Restaurants
Offering a wide selection of Uzbek, Kazakh and Russian dishes, this Dubai Marina restaurant is a popular choice for expats craving a taste of home. The eatery is best known for its freshly baked tandir samsas, breads and traditional delicacies prepared in Kazan pots. The interior is also very comfortable with rich berry shades, draped curtains and booth seating. You can also choose to sit on the terrace on cooler days and evenings. Telephone +971 [0] 4 453 4887 Email info@gulnazrestaurant.com
China Grill, the restaurant which prides itself as a trendsetter in eclectic Asian-inspired world cuisine, pairs the culinary ingenuity of world-class chefs with atmospheres crafted by internationally renowned designers. Bring in the year at China Grill’s Friday Toy Brunch in Dubai, bringing together decadence and fun with a fourteen-course Asian inspired meal. +971 4 511 7333
Zheng He is named after the Chinese nautical explorer and diplomat of the Ming dynasty whose expeditions made him an icon in the history of imperial China. As such, you’ll find a menu that features classics with a contemporary twist. While feasting on plates of steaming dim sum, watch the resident duck master in action, cutting up a whole duck for your table and presenting it with rice paper pancakes and condiments for you and your dining companions to help yourselves. +971 4 366 5866
Dine In Style At Left Bank If you’re looking for a break after bartering in the souk or an evening with friends in a relaxed setting, Left Bank at Souk Madinat is the place to go to. Situated on the banks of the waterways which surround the souk, this lounge-restaurant combines creative and casual dining brilliantly. With good music and colourful lighting, Left Bank has turned into a must-stop with groups looking to try out all the lounges in Souk Madinat.
Bask In The Sun At Aquamarine Head over to the Courtyard by Marriott for a change of scenery. Set in Dubai’s green community, the hotel offers a welcome respite from the city. Aquamarine is set outdoors by the hotel’s infinity pool and has great views of the lake. The menu offers a varied selection of international dishes for light lunches or substantial evening meals. However, it’s the open-air feel that offers the greatest appeal.
When you’re located as close to the sea as Alto Mar is – right by the Jumeirah Fishing Harbour – you know the seafood is going to be fresh. At this Mediterranean-style restaurant, it is also delicious. The blue and white décor with marine accents is offset by a tranquil view of the bobbing boats at the harbour, transporting diners straight to southern European shores. So too does the menu, with a focus on local, seasonal ingredients and simple home-style cooking. Choose seafood either cooked to your liking or à la carte, with highlights including seabream roasted in a “salt…
Long lauded as one of Dubai’s most romantic restaurants, this over-water venue set at the edge of its own pier boasts incomparable views of the Burj Al Arab, balmy ocean breezes flowing through oversized windows, and glamorous décor with fishing net-style crystal chandeliers – to bring home the marine theme. The contemporary gourmet menu showcases the finest seafood, from Beluga caviar and Gillardeau oysters, to Norwegian cod, Atlantic halibut and Cornish turbot. Don’t miss the grilled scallops with tapioca pearl, vanilla and bergamot butter, and poached lobster with roasted cauliflower and Dijon mustard sauce. The picturesque setting and luxurious experience makes this…
Take a drive to the suburban haven of Arabian Ranches and visit the aptly named neighbourhood haunt, Ranches Restaurant & Bar. You’ll be served unpretentious fare in comfortable surroundings in a golf lounge/restaurant, with a focus on traditional British dishes. Hang out on the outdoor terrace during the winter and you’ll get a more intimate dining experience overlooking the course. Tuesday is a popular quiz night and there are themed buffets during the week. Telephone +971 [0] 4 360 7935 Email Restaurant@arabianranchesgolf.ae
Escape the city and head over to The Palermo Restaurant, a charming spot dressed in dramatic decor at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club. Plan an elegant meal with someone special, in an environment that differs from typical restaurants. Dine al fresco on cooler evenings and take advantage of the views. You’ll have a range of menu options depending on the dinner or brunch theme, featuring carved roasts, juicy cuts of meat and other continental specialties. Telephone +971 [0] 4 448 9033
