DIN TAI FUNG
Multiple locationsOne of our favourites for Chinese food in Dubai. Fresh dumplings, noodles and consistently good food.
Our Favourite Restaurants
The places we genuinely love to eat, from casual bites to special occasions.
🍽️Our Casual Favourites
Great Food, Any Day
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ASIA ASIA
Pier 7Probably our favourite Asian restaurant in Dubai. Great food, brilliant Marina views and surprisingly reasonable.
3 FILS
Jumeirah Fishing HarbourRelaxed harbourside spot with creative Asian-inspired dishes. Small place, big flavours.
🥩Steak & Meat
For the Meat Lovers
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SEAFIRE STEAKHOUSE
Atlantis The PalmA premium steak option inside Atlantis. Definitely one to consider if you want to make an evening of it.
BIG T'S SMOKEHOUSE
DubaiRecommended by @BiggestBites. Proper American-style BBQ, smoked meats and huge portions.
HUGO'S ARGENTINE GRILL
Another @BiggestBites recommendation. One for steaks, grilled meats and anyone arriving hungry.
PRIME68
JW Marriott Marquis, Business BayPremium steaks with sky-high city views. Currently closed for renovation – sister venue Prime52 is open meanwhile.
🍲Sunday Roasts
Proper Roasts in the Sunshine
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GOOSE ISLAND
FIVE Luxe JBROne of our top Sunday roast recommendations. A proper feast with all the trimmings.
THE MEZZANINE
Souk MadinatA brilliant setting overlooking the waterways. Great if you want a proper British-style roast somewhere scenic.
THE MEAT CO.
Souk MadinatAnother great option, particularly if you want quality meat in one of Dubai's nicest settings.
THE DUCK HOOK
Dubai HillsA little further out, but well known for its British pub atmosphere and proper roast dinners.
🧁Something Sweet
Because There's Always Room for Dessert
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💼Business Lunches
Good Food. Good Deals. Better Meetings.
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TATTU
CIEL Dubai Marina, Level 74Modern Asian dishes with panoramic Dubai Marina views, served at the top of Ciel Dubai Marina.
Taste of Tattu Business Lunch from AED 148
Daily | 12PM–3:45PM
SUSHISAMBA
Level 51, The Palm Tower, Palm JumeirahJapanese, Brazilian and Peruvian flavours with panoramic views across Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline.
Vivo Lunch: AED 169 (two courses), AED 219 with a drink
Sunday–Friday | 12PM–3PM
ZUMA
Gate Village 06, DIFCA quick business lunch featuring a selection of Zuma's signature contemporary Japanese dishes.
Ebisu Business Lunch: AED 159 per person
Monday–Friday | 12PM–3PM
HUTONG
Gate Building 6, DIFCNorthern Chinese business lunch with signature dishes including dim sum, wok dishes and mains with steamed rice.
Business Lunch: AED 88 or AED 110
Monday–Friday | 12PM–2:30PM
1/3MILOS DUBAI
Atlantis The Royal, Palm JumeirahElegant Greek seafood business lunch with views of Atlantis The Royal.
1/3⭐Michelin & Special Occasions
World-Class Dining & Unforgettable Experiences
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STAY BY YANNICK ALLÉNO
One&Only The PalmOne of Dubai's standout fine-dining experiences. Definitely one for a special occasion.
ORFALI BROS BISTRONOMY
JumeirahCreative and different, without the traditional super-formal atmosphere.
☀️Outdoor Dining
Terraces, Rooftops & Tables on the Sand
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BUNGALO34
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Pearl JumeiraA Riviera-style beach house with tables right on the sand. Go for the Prawn Ritz and the Lobster Roll.
CARBONE
Atlantis The Royal, Palm JumeirahNew York Italian-American with a terrace facing the Skyblaze fountain. Spicy Rigatoni and Veal Parmesan are the signatures.
CASITA BY CASA AMOR
Mandarin Oriental JumeiraSouthern French cooking with Latin touches and a live grill on the terrace. Try the Black Truffle Dough and Crispy Shiso Tuna.
CÉ LA VI DUBAI
Level 54, Address Sky View, Downtown DubaiModern Asian food 54 floors up, with an outdoor terrace facing Burj Khalifa. A Michelin Guide skyline spot.
FI'LIA
SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business BayHome-style Italian with Burj Khalifa views from the terrace. Michelin-recognised since 2022 — the tiramisu is a must.
GIGI RIGOLATTO
J1 Beach, Jumeirah 1Italian Riviera feel across terraces, a garden and the Bellini Bar. Order the Vitello Tonnato and Gnocchi al Pomodoro.
GLORIA OSTERIA
The Ritz-Carlton DIFCBig Mamma Group's playful garden terrace in DIFC. Get the Mafaldine al Tartufo and Torta al Limone.
ILIANA
Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm SuqeimGreek seafood on a seasonal rooftop facing Burj Al Arab. Think scallop sashimi and grilled octopus.
KIRA
Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm SuqeimJapanese meets Mediterranean on a big open terrace, with weekend live music. Aubergine Dengaku and Hamachi Carpaccio.
LA PLAGE BY LA MAISON ANI
Maison de la Plage, Palm West BeachChef Izu Ani's Riviera-style all-day spot with cabanas and sunsets. Grilled octopus and lobster linguine.
LION IN THE SUN
Level 62, Mandarin Oriental Downtown DubaiFlavio Briatore's rooftop with fire-led Mediterranean cooking and 360° city views. Grilled lobster and Wagyu tacos.
MAISON MER
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Pearl JumeiraProvençal-inspired French with tables on the sand. Clams with wild thyme, then Tarte Tropézienne.
MOTT 32
Level 73, Address Beach Resort, JBRModern Cantonese 73 floors up, with a terrace over the Gulf and Marina. The Apple Wood Peking Duck is the reason to book.
NAMMOS
Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah BeachMykonos-style Mediterranean seafood by the sand. Carabinero carpaccio and the Nammos risotto.
NINIVE
Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed RoadAn open-air Middle Eastern garden surrounded by the skyline. Get the Ninive Fattoush and lobster tagine.
SA'CHA BY PANG
Address Creek Harbour, Dubai Creek HarbourLatin American flavours with Asian techniques, on a terrace looking across the water to Burj Khalifa.
SIRENE BY GAIA
J1 Beach, Jumeirah 1Aegean-inspired beach club with cascading terraces and Greek food. Sea bream carpaccio and Sirene dakos.
TASCA BY JOSÉ AVILLEZ
Mandarin Oriental JumeiraMichelin-starred Portuguese cooking on a terrace beside the rooftop infinity pool. Pica-Pau and Lagareiro octopus.
THE MEAT CO. — SOUK MADINAT JUMEIRAH
Souk Madinat JumeirahOutdoor dining beside the waterways with views of Burj Al Arab.
THE MEAT CO. — SOUK AL BAHAR
Souk Al Bahar, Downtown DubaiWaterfront outdoor dining overlooking the Dubai Fountain.
📍Worth Travelling For
A Little Further, A Lot Worth It
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THE GUILD
A beautiful venue and a more premium experience without going completely overboard on price.
GYMKHANA
A new addition to Dubai's food scene as of 2026. If you fancy Indian food, this is definitely one to have on your list.
BIG T'S SMOKEHOUSE
Not necessarily near every tourist, but if you love BBQ and smoked meat, it's worth making the journey.
PEPPERONI COMEDY CLUB
25 Jump Street, 25hours Hotel, One CentralItalian-American pizza and pasta with live comedy shows. Dinner reservations and comedy show tickets are booked separately.
🌹Date Night & Romantic Dining
Great Food. Beautiful Settings. Memorable Evenings.
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PIERCHIC
Madinat JumeirahItalian dining at the end of its own pier with Burj Al Arab views. Currently temporarily closed.
🌍International Flavours
From Around the World, Right Here in Dubai.
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PAPAGALOS RESTAURANT
Mileo The Palm, West BeachTurkish and Greek sharing feasts with live music in the evenings.
🌾Gluten Free
Safe, Tasty Spots for Gluten-Free Diets.
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KOBEYA
Marina Gate 1, Dubai MarinaJapanese-style café with a fully gluten-free menu and a terrace on the water. Open 8am–10pm daily.
BOUNTY BEETS
Le Méridien Mina SeyahiReviewers say the whole menu is gluten-free, including Sunday brunch. Open 9am–6pm, breakfast and lunch only.
BETTER BAKES
Mirdif Avenue MallGluten-free bakery and café where everything on the menu is gluten-free. Good if you're on the Mirdif side of town.
SKINNY GENIE CAFÉ
Al Sufouh (near Internet City)Rated 4.9, and coeliac reviewers rave about the gluten-free croissants.
ANGEL CAKES
Dubai MallAlmost everything is gluten-free or can be made that way, and it's open late. The open kitchen also handles regular bread, so strict coeliacs should flag it to staff.
NINNA BAKEHOUSE
JBRArgentinian bakery known for custom gluten-free cakes and keto bread. Not a dedicated gluten-free kitchen.
📱 Useful tip
Download Careem while you're in Dubai. You can get food and desserts delivered directly to your hotel or apartment.
There are soooo many more…
Dubai has thousands of restaurants. From casual local spots and huge sharing meals to beachfront restaurants and some of the world's best fine dining, you could eat somewhere different every day and barely scratch the surface.
These are simply our recommendations and places we think are worth knowing about, not a definitive list.
Tell us where you're staying and what kind of food you're looking for, and we'll point you in the right direction.
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