YOUR NEXT FOODIE GETAWAY

Dubai is the ultimate foodie getaway thanks to ultra-gourmet restaurants. The prestigious Michelin Guide has recognised Dubai as a world gastronomic destination of note. The emirate’s enviable culinary reputation is sprinkled with innovative dining experiences, hidden neighbourhood gems, and creative menus that reflect Arabian traditions, world flavours and new-age fusión, all to delicious effect. Just a recommedation, don’t weight yourself when you get home.

Some people travel for great adventures, for amazing art and architecture, or for picture-perfect beaches. But if you’re anything like me, you travel for the food!

Adding culinary activities to your holiday itinerary is one of the best ways to experience the culture of the destination you’re in. And, what better way to spend Kuwait National Day holiday? If you love food and want to explore some really fantastic foodie destinations, I got the list for you! These restaurants in Dubai are visually arresting and offfer impeccable service and scruptious food.

Dubai is filled with delicious surprises at every turn. Whether you’re looking for exceptional fine dining that celebrates a world of cuisines or wallet-friendly hotspots that serve up affordable treats, you’ll find it all on its sparkling shores. There are thousands of eateries in the city but if you’re keen to go off the beaten track and discover fresh authentic flavours, it’s time to start a new culinary journey.

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Located on the 54th floor of the world renowned Sky View Address Hotel, you’ll find the contemporary, Asian inspired CE LA VI. It’s name taken from the French saying “This is the Life”, this MICHELIN Guide restaurant aims to provide pleasure, and inspire passion in all of its guests. Expect to be amazed by this venues surroundings, boasting unmatched views of the Burj Khalifa, and downtown Dubai. Chef Howard Ko brings to the table several years of gastronomic experience, an astonishing flair and a renewed novel viewpoint. Many have tried to give a new twist to Asian classics, but only few have managed to accomplish this feat as successfully as Chef Ko. Humble dishes are carried off with intelligence and expertise. Its à la carte menu is indulgent, stylish and gutsy.

Bringing a true French brasserie experience to Dubai, Brasserie Boulud is a concept by Daniel Boulud, renowned chef-owner of several global award-winning and Michelin starred restaurants. Inspired by the French art de vivre, Boulud’s very first restaurant in the Middle East offers French contemporary cuisine, rooted in tradition. Stepping into timeless elegance, the beautiful décor of Brasserie Boulud will capture the imagination of the most discerning of diners. As guests walk into the restaurant, the art deco design theme is apparent throughout the venue as modern styles are combined with fine craftsmanship and rich materials. The open kitchen offers a multi-sensory dining experience as the Chefs showcase their skills and create an authentic experience. Expect trademark brasserie plates like garlicky escargot snails, salad Nicoise, beef tartare and duck confit served with charred sourdough bread to start. When it comes to mains, Boulud’s signature Burger slathered in raclette cheese is wonderfully rich and indulgent, bringing a casual vibe to a cool night out in fine surroundings. Else there are more classic like a buttery trout, peppercorn beef rump or mushroom roast chicken. It’s one of the only places in town where you can find the cloud-like vanilla custard dessert Ile Flottante. Brasserie Boulud was recently awarded a Bib Gourmand in the 2022 edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai and One Chef's Toque in the Gault&Millau UAE Guide 2022.

Hollywood celebrity hotspot The Nice Guy is bringing its signature decadent aesthetic to Dubai in what is its first international outpost. The new Dubai location at the Jumierah Emirates Towers Boulevard, features the same comforting American classics with a strong Italian influence found at the flagship location, set in an equally impressive venue. The Nice Guy Dubai’s menu reinforces the restaurant’s culinary excellence and aptitude offering the beloved classic Italian dishes featured on the original menu. Diners can expect distinctly Italian plates with a unique LA spin such as Lobster Pizza, Kale Salad, Cacio e Pepe, and Margherita Pizza. A special late-night menu is sure to please the after-hours crowd with Truffle Fries, Shrimp Scampi and the NICE GUY Burger, all of which can be paired with indulgent-meets-iconic craft cocktails such as The Jojo, The Spicy Siena, and Drake’s Spritze. Menu items unique to the Dubai outpost include Burrata with candy cherry tomatoes and fire roasted black grapes, Saffron Arancini and a vegan-friendly twist on a classic, the Meatball Pizza. The dessert selection is equally distinctive, featuring The Nice Guy favorites such as the Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie served with cold milk, and the classic Tiramisu, as well a lineup of dishes unique to Dubai including the Lemon Tart and the Vanilla Panna Cotta with a basil twist.

Mekong, located on The Palm, takes guests on a journey along the legendary river in Asia through authentic eastern recipes served to rickshaw-style seated tables. The food from this pocket of the world, needless to say, is phenomenal and sticking to just one country is too difficult. Thankfully, just like the river it’s named after, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort’s restaurant is one culinary journey across the region. Chefs rustle up Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese dishes in a semi-open style kitchen, as huge panes of glass provide a complete view of the hot stoves, while blocking out the heated conversations usually associated with a busy service. Try the delicious Mekong Tasting Platter, including green papaya salad, lemongrass prawn ball, baked mussels, crispy vegetable spring roll, crispy sun-dry beef and vietnamese prawn roll chicken pandan, the selection of house-made dim sum is insane and the roasted Beijing Duck is perfect to share.

Breath-taking views and delicious food are awaiting you at Filia on the 70th floor at SLS Downtown Dubai. From delicious pasta like Ravioli Quattro Formaggi and truly Italian pizzas like Estate in Verde to irresistible starters and rich flavorful wines brought to you from Italy, enjoy your favourite bites in a serene ambience of white and green colours that’ll make you feel Zen. And if you’re looking for something sweet, don’t miss out on trying one of its speciality desserts: Apple Cinnamon Crostada of rich vanilla flavour, apple, and cream put together perfectly in a crunchy yet soft dough that’s to die for.

A mother’s food never misses, and so neither can Em Sherif‘s. Translating to “Sherif’s Mother,” this Lebanese-founded restaurant embodies freshness, rusticity and an absolute gluttony. The protagonist is Lebanese cuisine itself, prepared traditionally yet always generously- as the Lebanese do best. With an aesthetically lit interior, the warm smiles of its staff and plates detailing “Beirut, mon amour,” you will certainly feel at home, making Em Sherif one of the best Arabic restaurants in Dubai.