Pierchic, Madinat Jumeirah
This restaurant has long enjoyed a special place in the hearts of Dubai residents, as one of the most romantic venues in the city...
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40 Kong, H Dubai
Better known as one of Dubai’s hottest nightspots in the alfresco season – getting in after 11pm on a weekend is well nigh impossible – but beyond the glamorous rooftop...
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Don Alfonso 1890, Shangri-La Dubai
The Don Alfonso name is renowned internationally when it comes to Italian cuisine, and has picked up multiple awards for its establishments – in Rome and Sant’Agata Sui Due Golfi (Don Alfonso’s hometown); the brand has outposts in China and Morocco as well...
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Merletto, Marriott Al Jaddaf
Merletto is the sort of place you’d really want to get dressed up for, but what you get here is a fine-dining experience, with a bill that doesn’t leave a gaping hole in your pocket...
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Delhi Darbar Express, Jumeirah Lakes Towers
The most authentic Indian food can sometimes be found in casual dining restaurants – even celebrity chef Vineet Bhatia thinks so! – and this restaurant validates just that...
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Creekside Japanese Restaurant, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel and Towers
Even with numerous Japanese restaurants dotted around, whether it’s high-end, casual, or hole-in-the wall eateries, most people don’t tend to think beyond sushi or ramen...
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Downtown Toko, Vida Downtown Dubai
Just when you thought this city didn't need yet another high-end Japanese lounge and restaurant, along comes this brand from Sydney that goes and changes the game...
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St. Tropez Bistro, Mall of the Emirates
We love all things associated with France and naturally an affinity towards its hearty cuisine is a major part of it. Dubai’s dining scene lacks a good selection of French bistros that offer bang for your buck...
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Nay Restaurant and Lounge, Emirates Financial Tower, DIFC
What’s it like:This new Lebanese eatery is a hidden gem tucked away in the Emirates Financial Towers building in DIFC. When I visited the glamorous, yet relaxed, restaurant on a weekday evening, it was quite crowded even though it was… -
Qbara, Wafi
What it’s like: Dubai foodies have long complained about not having a good, high-end Arabic restaurant to go to here. Qbara singlehandedly changed all that since it opened to rave reviews late last year. As you walk in from the… -
Chinwaggery + Soul Bar, Lounge & Restaurant, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach
What’s it like: First of all, I’d like to point out this restaurant isn’t just another steakhouse. It’s a New York-style brasserie which offers premium cuts of meat, as well as seafood. Here you can sit at the bar and… -
Rhodes 44, St Regis Abu Dhabi
What’s it like: The first thing I noticed when I walked into the restaurant was the chairs. They looked very familiar – the Baroque-style white chairs with bright pink and orange backs are very similar to celebrity chef Gary Rhodes’…
