Restaurants
Troyka conjures up a little of Russia’s old-world charm from its base in the Ascot Hotel in Bur Dubai. The Tuesday night buffet is all-inclusive and comprises time-honoured Russian delicacies such as chicken Kiev and beef stroganoff. You’ll adore the liveliness of the Russian-themed entertainment here as a band plays every night from 10.30pm, and an extravagant, live Vegas-style show begins at 11.30pm.
British Celebrity Chef Silvena Rowe is the master behind Omnia Gourmet, located at Jumeirah Fishing Village. It celebrates the flavours of local cuisine with a menu that is almost entirely gluten free. There is also an extensive range of raw, sugar free, dairy free, Paleo and vegan desserts on the menu. Enjoy dishes with regional ingredients including Emirati burrata and ricotta cheese, locally farmed chicken, and freshly caught local fish.
After a summer of renovations, the landmark beach club has relaunched even bigger and better than before, adding 2,000 sqm of leisure areas. Boasting a 39-metre-long glass-fronted infinity pool and an expanse of private beach-front, the venue is also home to fresh-focused kitchen, serving an international menu that includes everything from Lebanese mixed grills to lighter salads. Known for its ability to attract major music acts (Fat Boy Slim’s recent set was the gig to be seen at), day loungers are encouraged to linger into the evening, with the poolside still open for a dip long after sunset. +971 4…
Get a dose of true Pakistani fare at Karachi Darbar, a simple restaurant that has built a name for itself on the premise of good food. Stick to popular, well-known dishes like biriyani, or venture out and sample the excellent haleem, a spicy ground meat and lentil stew. Here, you will get Pakistani dishes prepared to perfection.
Dig into a vast array of European-influenced dishes at The Rotisserie, the all-day dining restaurant at the Arabian Court at the One&Only Royal Mirage. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served up here, which makes for a lovely way to start or end your day either indoors, as part of a lively open kitchen format, or outdoors on the terrace overlooking the gardens. Specialties include roasted chicken, hammour, veal rack and plenty more.
Miss Lily’s restaurant brings a Caribbean island flavour to the heart of Dubai’s financial district. Located in the Sheraton Grand Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, this New York transplant is one of Dubai’s hottest late-night spots. Miss Lily’s chefs came to Dubai from New York City and Jamaica, showcasing a modern international twist on traditional Jamaican fare. The menu offers dishes like shishito peppers, their “world famous” jerk chicken, sweet plantains and guava doughnut holes.Open from 7pm to 2am, nightly, Miss Lily’s is great for a late-night snack. The stylish interior has a colourful island vibe with a musical theme…
The Cheesecake Factory is renowned for its large portions at branches across America, and that’s no different at Dubai branches, with eye-popping large portions of comfort food served to your table. Head to Mall of the Emirates and The Dubai Mall to enjoy pastas, avocado rolls, rich mac and cheese burgers and, of course, the cheesecake. Choose from more than 40 different types and ignore your waistline for one night. Telephone +971 [0] 4 419 0223 Email cheesecake.dxbmall@alshayauae.ae
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
