What’s it like? Urban Bar & Kitchen, more commonly known to Dubai residents as [u]bk, has long been a firm favourite in the casual dining space. While the venue has always been a popular hangout for those looking to…

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  Reviewed by Giorgia Guantario. What’s it like? One of the newest additions to well-renowned Soho Garden, Tokyo Vibes is exactly what you’d expect from its name – a vibrant, modern and trendy restaurant capturing the essence of the Japanese…

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  Reviewed by Mark Forker. What’s it like? BQ – French Kitchen & Bar is situated in the stunning marble-drenched Habtoor Palace, in Al Habtoor City. From the moment we walk in, it’s impossible to ignore the distinct European ambience…

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  What’s it like? There’s a certain air of mystery upon entering Bistrot Bagatelle. Located at the Fairmont Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road, diners enter the French eatery via a private lift to the first floor, before being faced with…

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  What’s it like? Boasting authentic Italian touches from the get-go, with its classic Vespa parked outside and vibrant cityscape artworks on the walls, Andiamo is a large, open-plan eatery at Grand Hyatt Dubai, serving up Mediterranean favourites in an…

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  What’s it like? Recently-opened on Palm Jumeirah, Akira Back is a welcome addition to the brand-new W Dubai – The Palm hotel. Led by celebrity chef Akira Back, who is known for his playful Japanese fare infused with Korean…

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  What’s it like? Situated at Dubai Herbal and Treatment Centre, with stunning views across Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa, this bright and airy eatery is an ideal spot for a light lunch or a post-treatment meal. Serving up…

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  What’s it like? To say that The Terrace on the Corniche is The St. Regis Abu Dhabi’s all-day dining restaurant, you certainly wouldn’t think that upon arriving for the Friday brunch offering at this luxurious resort. The brunch experience…

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  What’s it like? A long-standing favourite of DIFC’s chic, up-market dining scene, Gaucho never fails to disappoint in delivering an evening of delight for Dubai’s carnivores. Typical of Gaucho décor, the restaurant interiors are decked out with elaborate splashes…

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  What’s it like? MINA Brasserie is a relatively new spot on the block in DIFC, and since opening has gone from strength to strength under the culinary direction of famed American chef Michael Mina. During our visit on a…

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  What’s it like? A Cappella is an all-new casual hangout-style lounge and global tapas bar located at Palm Jumeirah’s newly-opened lifestyle destination, The Pointe. With uninterrupted views over the water and Atlantis The Palm, A Cappella is situated on…

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  What’s it like? Tucked away on the upper floor of Dubai Herbal & Treatment Centre, Eat Well Restaurant is truly a hidden gem for health-driven diners. Wellness is at the core of everything served at Eat Well, and while…

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