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 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? 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? 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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  What’s it like? Offering jaw-dropping views of Dubai’s JBR skyline, The London Project recently opened doors on Bluewaters Island at the food of Ain Dubai. Bringing a slice of London on a beautiful summer’s day to Dubai, The London…

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  What’s it like? We enter the first-floor venue via a private lift to the side of the hotel and make our way to the restaurant through a beautiful leafy entrance hall. Dozens of bright pink bougainvillea flowers (native to…

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  What’s it like? The Meat Co. is somewhat of an institution in the UAE for steak lovers, with branches now open in two Dubai locations as well as the capital. Following its renovation late last year, the Souk Al…

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