The Best Restaurants in Dubai
Culture, architecture, and pleasure meet in Dubai. Let yourself be enchanted by local delicacies or international top cuisine. We have selected the best restaurants in Dubai to make your choice easier.
Culinary Experiences in Dubai
Top Restaurants in Dubai
What does it mean for us to choose the "best" restaurants in Dubai? In this article, you will only find restaurants with above-average customer satisfaction ratings. In addition to excellent food and service quality, each restaurant offers at least a specialization, an inspiring interior or an extraordinary location.
- Our Recommendation
Ronda Locatelli
- Palm Jumeirah
Italian cuisine, from a cook who has been awarded the Michelin star
In the center of the palm island, Palm Jumeirah is the award-winning Italian restaurant Ronda Locatelli. Chef Giorgio Locatelli has been awarded a Michelin star and seduces with delicious Italian dishes of the highest standard. All ingredients come fresh from Italy and are prepared in an authentic way. A 3-course menu awaits you, which you can choose yourself in advance.
- Our Recommendation
Verde at Four Seasons Resort Dubai
- Jumeirah Beach
The real Parisian restaurant
The Four Seasons luxury hotel is home to the unique Parisian restaurant Verde. Inspired by Parisian gastronomy as well as its creativity, the restaurant's menu is a true culinary highlight. Experience unforgettable moments in luxury gastronomy and enjoy the unique atmosphere. The finest cocktails await you in the 360° AirBar – surrounded by waterfalls and tropical plants.
Bateaux Dubai
- Al Seef, Creek
On a Culinary Journey
The ship Bateaux Dubai sails along the Dubai Creek while you enjoy the delicious, selected food and listen to live music. The ship's panoramic glass roof offers breathtaking views of the city and many of its attractions. The Bateaux Gourmet Kitchen offers a variety of menus. In addition to the classic menu, there is also a vegetarian menu.
Eau Zone Restaurant
- Hotel One & Only Royal Mirage
Fantastic Asian Restaurant Directly at the Sea
Enjoy a delicious Asian or international dish on a wooden terrace under palm trees between a romantic pool landscape and a view of the Persian Gulf. The Eau Zone Restaurant is located in the One and Only Royal Mirage right by the beautiful sea.
Al Hadheerah
- Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa
- from USD 184, duration: 4 hours
Special Location in the Middle of Dubai's Desert
The Al Headheerah Restaurant is located in the heart of Dubai's desert. The Arabic inspired restaurant Al Hadheerah belongs to the desert hotel Bab al Shams Desert Resort. Here you can enjoy Middle Eastern dishes in the open air while relaxing in the seating area between natural stones. The restaurant also offers a horse and camel show, a live band and belly dancers. If you want to get to know Dubai from its traditional Arab side, Al Hadheerah is a must. At Al Hadheerah, you are guaranteed to feel as if you're in 1001 Nights!
Eat Greek Kouzina
- The Beach at JBR
Greek Restaurant with Breathtaking Views of Ain Dubai
Those who like to eat Greek should definitely go to the Greek restaurant Eat Greek. There you will find great Greek dishes such as gyros, salads, tasty burgers, and pitas as well as delicious grill and fish dishes of the highest standard. The Eat Greek is particularly recommended due to its location on the beach promenade The Walk (Jumeirah Beach Residences). From there you have a great view of the Ain Dubai. There is a cozy atmosphere especially in the evenings when the lights of the buildings on the island Bluewaters are reflected on the sea.
Ossiano
- Hotel Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah
Dining on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah with a Magnificent View of an Aquarium
The restaurant is located in the 5-star Hotel Atlantis The Palm on the Palm Jumeirah. The high-quality fish restaurant offers you a gigantic view of an aquarium world with about 60,000 fish. In addition, the Ossiano scores with its top service and a gigantic selection of wines from all over the world.
At.Mosphere at Burj Khalifa
- Burj Khalifa, Downtown
Dine with a View from the Highest Building in the World
This restaurant offers you an unforgettable and breathtaking view of Dubai. It is located in the highest building in the world - the Burj Khalifa - on the 122nd floor, 442 metres above sea level. The At.Mosphere is rated as one of the best restaurants in Dubai due to its delicious cuisine. The dinner menu includes lobster, Wagyu steak, special pasta and a variety of fish. Furthermore, the At.Mosphere in Burj Khalifa offers lunch and high tea menus to suit the time of day.
The Pierchic
- Jumeirah
Stylish Dinner on the Wooden Pier with View of the Burj Al Arab
This Seafood Restaurant is built on stilts in the Persian Gulf and can be reached via a wooden pier. The Pierchic Restaurant has won several awards and guarantees excellent dishes with a fantastic view of the sea in a romantic ambience. The award "Winner - Best Romantic - TimeOut" of the Dubai Restaurant Awards shows that this restaurant is especially popular with couples. The Pierchic invites you to enjoy multi-course menus as well as à la carte meals.
Iris Dubai
- The Oberoi Hotel, Downtown
Creative Dishes and Cocktails Accompanied by a Magnificent View of Dubai
The Iris Restaurant is located on the 27th floor of The Oberoi Hotel (5-star hotel). It has a top-class rooftop terrace with a sweeping view of the city. The Iris has been nominated several times as the best restaurant and bar in Dubai. And not for nothing! In a snug atmosphere, you can enjoy creative sushi, seafood, burgers, delicious pasta and much more. The creative dishes and cocktails are particularly special.
Aseelah
- Radission Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
A Restaurant Where You're Likely to Meet Locals
If you want to taste traditional Arabic dishes, you should visit the Aseelah Restaurant. The restaurant combines traditional cuisine with a modern ambience. They also serve many creative dishes that combine regional ingredients with European cooking techniques. The typical Arabic fish samak or a lobster with Pilaw rice and pea puree is particularly recommended.
More Culinary Experiences in Dubai
Restaurants in Dubai - A Culinary Experience of Superlatives
Art and pleasure meet in Dubai. Behind the doors of the restaurants in Dubai, exclusive star chefs cook for their guests. Just like Dubai itself, the restaurant possibilities are virtually inexhaustible and broad. In Dubai, you will find almost everything that is culinary possible. And what was not yet possible is made possible.
Whether you want modern star restaurants with a view of the city or traditional cuisine from the traditional districts of the city, Dubai meets the tastes of its guests in a very special way. Dinner in the rooms of a star restaurant makes the hearts of gourmets beat faster. International specialties such as seafood, fine fish, caviar or steaks are particularly popular in Dubai.
In addition to the usual dishes, the most popular restaurants in Dubai have many other oriental specialties, which are served in several courses. The stylishly illuminated and open restaurants on the beach promenades have a special flair. The restaurants do not only impress with their unique and luxurious menus, but also with their outstanding service and the sheer variety of glamorous restaurants.
Be seduced by the magic of 1001 Nights and indulge in the most elegant bars and restaurants in Dubai. Experience Dubai with all your senses!