Restaurants
Housed in the iconic Atlantis, The Palm on the Palm Jumeirah, this buffet-style Asian restaurant is popular not just for its remarkable spreads of seafood, but also for the welcoming family setting. Try the Friday brunch, renowned throughout Dubai, or choose a themed day menu that is focused on dim sum, Cantonese cuisine and any other Asian fare you desire. Though Saffron is not hung up on formalities, the highly-attended themed dining means the crowd varies between casual and trendy. Telephone +971 [0] 4 426 2626 Email restaurantreservations@atlantisthepalm.com
Head to Shiba if you love Asian food, but can’t decide between Indian, Chinese, Japanese or Thai. The fusion menu contains popular dishes from all the cuisines, giving you the chance to try plenty of different flavours as you move through the courses. Try Thai Satay and Chinese Peking Duck as an appetiser before moving onto an Indian curry for the main, and finishing with Japanese Fruit Tempura for a dessert. The elegant decor will also impress. Telephone +971 [0] 4 381 3111 Email meydanrestaurantreservations@meydanhotels.com
Located in the Amwaj Rotana hotel and named after the Italian word for red, Rosso serves up well-executed Italian and Mediterranean fare to an eager crowd nightly. Grab a seat in the crimson-walled dining room or on the al fresco patio overlooking the Arabian Sea, and enjoy dishes like homemade black squid ink tagliolini pasta served with grilled lobster, seafood-topped pizza, and traditional veal osso buco served with saffron risotto. Telephone +971 [0] 4 428 3088 Email fb.amwaj@rotana.com
No one would ever call Atelier M subtle. Located in the Dubai Marina’s Pier 7, the restaurant is grand, from its three Art Deco-styled floors that are swathed in gold and crystal, calling to mind the Great Gatsby-era, to the sweeping 180-degree views over the Dubai Marina, best enjoyed from the rooftop lounge. But it’s not all looks here, the kitchen dishes out flavourful fusion fare dreamed up by chef and co-owner Mohammad Islam. Islam worked alongside culinary impresario Jean-Georges Vongerichten in New York, and Vongerichten’s influence on the Bangladesh-born, up-and-coming restaurateur can be seen in the Asian-inspired offerings, like the…
Favoured by Indian food devotees for its ability to combine culinary expertise with a laid-back atmosphere, The Bombay stands out as a local dining destination. Dishes are well-priced, generous and authentic at this restaurant, which is suitable for families and adults. The live music and friendly staff also make it a convivial night out with friends, ensuring that you’re constantly entertained and treated like family. Telephone +971 [0] 4 272 0000 Email marcohot@eim.ae
Named after its main offering, Sushi is a popular spot for visitors to the Grand Hyatt Dubai. Artfully prepared in the open kitchen of this petite venue, sushi and sashimi portions are served up delightfully and your bill is determined by the number of pieces you indulge in. It’s easy to see that careful preparation and thought is put into each piece of high quality, authentic Japanese cuisine at this spot. Telephone +971 [0] 4 317 2222 Email dubai.grand@hyattintl.com
Melia hotel in Bur Dubai brings the aptly named Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor, with traditional Indian dishes treated to a celebrity chef makeover. Samosas and bhajis take a back seat to such modern delights as tandoori wasabi lobster, basil pepper hammour tikka, honey mustard chicken, chat puffs or paneer tikka with asparagus fritters and avocado mousse. Main courses continue the trend. You’ll get traditional fare with a twist in this fine dining restaurant. Telephone +971 [0] 4 386 8111
