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Time Out Dubai
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Dine at 100+ Dubai restaurants this week for just Dhs125 – here's how
At Time Out Dubai we love nothing more than dining at top-rated restaurants for less. So what if we told you that you can experience amazingly-priced two or three-course meals at top restaurants like Eugène Eugène, MayaBay or Reif Othman's Hoe Lee Kow? Well, you're in luck, as Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 is officially back and 103 of the city's top restaurants are offering budget-friendly set menus, starting from just Dhs125 per person. The foodie event began on Friday May 8, and will last right until Sunday May 25. Yes, that's right. You don't just get a week of amazing dining deals, but a whole 18 days of them. Dubai Restaurant Week will feature brilliant offers from fine dining spots, casual local concepts and some lesser-known hidden gems. Each participating venue will present two-course lunch menus at Dhs125 and three-course dinners at Dhs250 per person, giving you the chance to explore new restaurants and rediscover old favourites. The best part? Participating restaurants include many Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2025 winners, including Jun's, COYA, Huton, Mimi Kakushi, Bull & Bear. With such an incredible restaurant line-up, we recommend booking your seats early to avoid disappointment Dubai Restaurant Week 2025: top restaurants to book Jun's (Credit: supplied) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Hailed as one of the most creative Asian restaurants in Dubai, Jun's comes from acclaimed chef Kelvin Cheung and proudly serves up 'third culture cooking'. For Dubai Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy a delicious two-course lunch featuring signature claypot rice dishes for just Dhs125. In the evening, a three-course dinner includes standout dishes like miso Chilean sea bass and corn-fed baby chicken in red coconut curry. Licensed. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (04 457 6035). Check out our full Jun's review here COYA (Credit: COYA) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This super-cool Peruvian restaurant is one of the best Latin American restaurants in Dubai, and has been for some time. The Dhs125 two-course lunch offers seafood starters like sea bream ceviche and soft shell prawns, with hearty mains such as lomo saltado steak or Peruvian mushroom rice, finished with delicious desserts including passion fruit granita or caramel ganache. Meanwhile, the set dinner menu features crowdpleasers such as tuna tartar, Chilean sea bass croquetas, spicy flank steak, and grilled baby chicken, ending on a sweet note with lime cheesecake, churros, or sweetcorn dessert. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 316 9600). Check out our full COYA review here Three Cuts Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Glamorous and grand, this sleek new restaurant is designed in homage to the old school steakhouse. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu is full of tasty classics including beef carpaccio and salmon tartare for starters, followed by high-quality mains including beef striploin, mushroom risotto and grilled royal sea bream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Licensed. Rooftop West, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah (04 420 1113). Check out our full Three Cuts review here Eugène Eugène Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A French restaurant from the team behind La Cantine du Faubourg, Eugène Eugène opened in 2023 and has made plenty of noise ever since. Showcasing elegant European cuisine in a sophisticated setting, the lunch menu features tasty mains including spinach ricotta ravioli, crunchy sea bass or beef tartare. Meanwhile, for dinner, guests can enjoy premium mains such as roasted whole baby chicken, bavette à l'échalote (flank steak with shallots) or delicate risotto petits pois. Licensed. Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, (04 379 8963). Check out our full Eugène Eugène review here Hutong Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A high-end Chinese restaurant in DIFC, Hutong hails from Hong Kong and has famous locations worldwide, including in London's The Shard. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu includes sizzling signature dishes, including flaming wagyu beef char siu and mapo tofu, offering an authentic taste of Northern Chinese flavours for an unmissable deal. Licensed. Gate Building 6, DIFC, (04 220 0868). Check out our full Hutong review here Gohan Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 If you're a fan of La Cantine du Faubourg, you'll love Gohan. Tucked away within the French restaurant, behind the grape fridges and into what once was the kitchen, you'll find Gohan, a trendy, uber-hip spot that is a hit with Dubai's cool crowd. Combining authentic Japanese flavours with spectacular waterfront views, diners can enjoy a two course meal stuffed with plenty of choice, from yellowtail carpaccio with black pepper ponzu to grilled Angus tenderloin with yakitori sauce. Licensed. Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, (04 352 7105). Check out our full Gohan review here MayaBay Credit: Mayabay Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A previous winner of Time Out Dubai's Best Asian Restaurant, this brilliant spot at Jumeirah Al Naseem is nestled just next to the cute turtle lagoon and has stunning views. But the location isn't the only draw. Billing itself as 'Thai-Japanese' this carefully crafted menu spans the region, with everything from sushi to stir-fries, dim sum, curries and more – all of which are expertly prepared and incredibly moreish. The brilliant Dubai Restaurant Week deal means you can tuck into tasty mains including Chilean sea bass with spicy miso or grilled 'crying tiger' (spicy beef) steak, starting from Dhs125. Licensed. Jumeirah Al Naseem, Umm Suqeim, (04 275 2500). Check out our full Mayabay review here Mimi Kakushi Credit: Mimi Kakushi Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This cooler-than-cool Japanese restaurant at Dubai's exclusive Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach counts Scalini and COYA among its illustrious neighbours. Inspired by 1920s Osaka, Mimi Kakushi is all chic furnishings and excellent furnishings. The two-course lunch menu includes dishes like salmon avocado maki, assorted seaweed with nashi pear and spicy tuna with crispy rice crackers, followed by mains such as grilled marinated salmon or yakisoba with assorted mushrooms. For dinner, the three-course menu features premium selections like chu-toro, blackcurrant hot sauce, miso black cod and grilled baby chicken with truffle cream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Check out our full Mimi Kakushi review here Check out the full list of participating spots for Dubai Restaurant Week here Dhs125 (two courses for lunch), Dhs250 (three courses for dinner). Daily from Fri May 8-Sun May 25 Need a reservation in the meantime? New restaurants in Dubai that you need to visit right now From casual eats to fine dining, there's bound to be a new venue you'll want to try These are Dubai's best restaurants: 85 incredible places to dine All the winners of the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards Here's how to eat at 10 expensive Dubai restaurants for less Early bird dinners, lunch specials and more
Time Out Dubai
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Dubai Restaurant Week 2025: How you can dine at 103 spots for only Dhs125
At Time Out Dubai we love nothing more than dining at top-rated restaurants for less. So what if we told you that you can experience amazingly-priced two or three-course meals at top restaurants like Eugène Eugène, MayaBay or Reif Othman's Hoe Lee Kow? Well, you're in luck, as Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 is officially back and 103 of the city's top restaurants are offering budget-friendly set menus, starting from just Dhs125 per person. The foodie event began on Friday May 8, and will last right until Sunday May 25. Yes, that's right. You don't just get a week of amazing dining deals, but a whole 18 days of them. Dubai Restaurant Week will feature brilliant offers from fine dining spots, casual local concepts and some lesser-known hidden gems. Each participating venue will present two-course lunch menus at Dhs125 and three-course dinners at Dhs250 per person, giving you the chance to explore new restaurants and rediscover old favourites. The best part? Participating restaurants include many Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2025 winners, including Jun's, COYA, Huton, Mimi Kakushi, Bull & Bear. With such an incredible restaurant line-up, we recommend booking your seats early to avoid disappointment Dubai Restaurant Week 2025: top restaurants to book Jun's (Credit: supplied) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Hailed as one of the most creative Asian restaurants in Dubai, Jun's comes from acclaimed chef Kelvin Cheung and proudly serves up 'third culture cooking'. For Dubai Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy a delicious two-course lunch featuring signature claypot rice dishes for just Dhs125. In the evening, a three-course dinner includes standout dishes like miso Chilean sea bass and corn-fed baby chicken in red coconut curry. Licensed. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (04 457 6035). Check out our full Jun's review here COYA (Credit: COYA) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This super-cool Peruvian restaurant is one of the best Latin American restaurants in Dubai, and has been for some time. The Dhs125 two-course lunch offers seafood starters like sea bream ceviche and soft shell prawns, with hearty mains such as lomo saltado steak or Peruvian mushroom rice, finished with delicious desserts including passion fruit granita or caramel ganache. Meanwhile, the set dinner menu features crowdpleasers such as tuna tartar, Chilean sea bass croquetas, spicy flank steak, and grilled baby chicken, ending on a sweet note with lime cheesecake, churros, or sweetcorn dessert. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 316 9600). Check out our full COYA review here Three Cuts Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Glamorous and grand, this sleek new restaurant is designed in homage to the old school steakhouse. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu is full of tasty classics including beef carpaccio and salmon tartare for starters, followed by high-quality mains including beef striploin, mushroom risotto and grilled royal sea bream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Licensed. Rooftop West, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah (04 420 1113). Check out our full Three Cuts review here Eugène Eugène Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A French restaurant from the team behind La Cantine du Faubourg, Eugène Eugène opened in 2023 and has made plenty of noise ever since. Showcasing elegant European cuisine in a sophisticated setting, the lunch menu features tasty mains including spinach ricotta ravioli, crunchy sea bass or beef tartare. Meanwhile, for dinner, guests can enjoy premium mains such as roasted whole baby chicken, bavette à l'échalote (flank steak with shallots) or delicate risotto petits pois. Licensed. Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, (04 379 8963). Check out our full Eugène Eugène review here Hutong Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A high-end Chinese restaurant in DIFC, Hutong hails from Hong Kong and has famous locations worldwide, including in London's The Shard. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu includes sizzling signature dishes, including flaming wagyu beef char siu and mapo tofu, offering an authentic taste of Northern Chinese flavours for an unmissable deal. Licensed. Gate Building 6, DIFC, (04 220 0868). Check out our full Hutong review here Gohan Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 If you're a fan of La Cantine du Faubourg, you'll love Gohan. Tucked away within the French restaurant, behind the grape fridges and into what once was the kitchen, you'll find Gohan, a trendy, uber-hip spot that is a hit with Dubai's cool crowd. Combining authentic Japanese flavours with spectacular waterfront views, diners can enjoy a two course meal stuffed with plenty of choice, from yellowtail carpaccio with black pepper ponzu to grilled Angus tenderloin with yakitori sauce. Licensed. Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, (04 352 7105). Check out our full Gohan review here MayaBay Credit: Mayabay Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A previous winner of Time Out Dubai's Best Asian Restaurant, this brilliant spot at Jumeirah Al Naseem is nestled just next to the cute turtle lagoon and has stunning views. But the location isn't the only draw. Billing itself as 'Thai-Japanese' this carefully crafted menu spans the region, with everything from sushi to stir-fries, dim sum, curries and more – all of which are expertly prepared and incredibly moreish. The brilliant Dubai Restaurant Week deal means you can tuck into tasty mains including Chilean sea bass with spicy miso or grilled 'crying tiger' (spicy beef) steak, starting from Dhs125. Licensed. Jumeirah Al Naseem, Umm Suqeim, (04 275 2500). Check out our full Mayabay review here Mimi Kakushi Credit: Mimi Kakushi Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This cooler-than-cool Japanese restaurant at Dubai's exclusive Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach counts Scalini and COYA among its illustrious neighbours. Inspired by 1920s Osaka, Mimi Kakushi is all chic furnishings and excellent furnishings. The two-course lunch menu includes dishes like salmon avocado maki, assorted seaweed with nashi pear and spicy tuna with crispy rice crackers, followed by mains such as grilled marinated salmon or yakisoba with assorted mushrooms. For dinner, the three-course menu features premium selections like chu-toro, blackcurrant hot sauce, miso black cod and grilled baby chicken with truffle cream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Check out our full Mimi Kakushi review here Check out the full list of participating spots for Dubai Restaurant Week here Dhs125 (two courses for lunch), Dhs250 (three courses for dinner). Daily from Fri May 8-Sun May 25 Need a reservation in the meantime? New restaurants in Dubai that you need to visit right now From casual eats to fine dining, there's bound to be a new venue you'll want to try These are Dubai's best restaurants: 85 incredible places to dine All the winners of the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards Here's how to eat at 10 expensive Dubai restaurants for less Early bird dinners, lunch specials and more
Time Out Dubai
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
How to enjoy lunch at some of Dubai's top restaurants for only Dhs125
At Time Out Dubai we love nothing more than dining at top-rated restaurants for less. So what if we told you that you can experience amazingly-priced two or three-course meals at top restaurants like Eugène Eugène, MayaBay or Reif Othman's Hoe Lee Kow? Well, you're in luck, as Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 is officially back and 103 of the city's top restaurants are offering budget-friendly set menus, starting from just Dhs125 per person. The foodie event began on Friday May 8, and will last right until Sunday May 25. Yes, that's right. You don't just get a week of amazing dining deals, but a whole 18 days of them. Dubai Restaurant Week will feature brilliant offers from fine dining spots, casual local concepts and some lesser-known hidden gems. Each participating venue will present two-course lunch menus at Dhs125 and three-course dinners at Dhs250 per person, giving you the chance to explore new restaurants and rediscover old favourites. The best part? Participating restaurants include many Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2025 winners, including Jun's, COYA, Huton, Mimi Kakushi, Bull & Bear. With such an incredible restaurant line-up, we recommend booking your seats early to avoid disappointment Dubai Restaurant Week 2025: top restaurants to book Jun's (Credit: supplied) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Hailed as one of the most creative Asian restaurants in Dubai, Jun's comes from acclaimed chef Kelvin Cheung and proudly serves up 'third culture cooking'. For Dubai Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy a delicious two-course lunch featuring signature claypot rice dishes for just Dhs125. In the evening, a three-course dinner includes standout dishes like miso Chilean sea bass and corn-fed baby chicken in red coconut curry. Licensed. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, (04 457 6035). Check out our full Jun's review here COYA (Credit: COYA) Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This super-cool Peruvian restaurant is one of the best Latin American restaurants in Dubai, and has been for some time. The Dhs125 two-course lunch offers seafood starters like sea bream ceviche and soft shell prawns, with hearty mains such as lomo saltado steak or Peruvian mushroom rice, finished with delicious desserts including passion fruit granita or caramel ganache. Meanwhile, the set dinner menu features crowdpleasers such as tuna tartar, Chilean sea bass croquetas, spicy flank steak, and grilled baby chicken, ending on a sweet note with lime cheesecake, churros, or sweetcorn dessert. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 316 9600). Check out our full COYA review here Three Cuts Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 Glamorous and grand, this sleek new restaurant is designed in homage to the old school steakhouse. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu is full of tasty classics including beef carpaccio and salmon tartare for starters, followed by high-quality mains including beef striploin, mushroom risotto and grilled royal sea bream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Licensed. Rooftop West, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah (04 420 1113). Check out our full Three Cuts review here Eugène Eugène Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A French restaurant from the team behind La Cantine du Faubourg, Eugène Eugène opened in 2023 and has made plenty of noise ever since. Showcasing elegant European cuisine in a sophisticated setting, the lunch menu features tasty mains including spinach ricotta ravioli, crunchy sea bass or beef tartare. Meanwhile, for dinner, guests can enjoy premium mains such as roasted whole baby chicken, bavette à l'échalote (flank steak with shallots) or delicate risotto petits pois. Licensed. Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, (04 379 8963). Check out our full Eugène Eugène review here Hutong Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A high-end Chinese restaurant in DIFC, Hutong hails from Hong Kong and has famous locations worldwide, including in London's The Shard. The Dubai Restaurant Week menu includes sizzling signature dishes, including flaming wagyu beef char siu and mapo tofu, offering an authentic taste of Northern Chinese flavours for an unmissable deal. Licensed. Gate Building 6, DIFC, (04 220 0868). Check out our full Hutong review here Gohan Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 If you're a fan of La Cantine du Faubourg, you'll love Gohan. Tucked away within the French restaurant, behind the grape fridges and into what once was the kitchen, you'll find Gohan, a trendy, uber-hip spot that is a hit with Dubai's cool crowd. Combining authentic Japanese flavours with spectacular waterfront views, diners can enjoy a two course meal stuffed with plenty of choice, from yellowtail carpaccio with black pepper ponzu to grilled Angus tenderloin with yakitori sauce. Licensed. Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, (04 352 7105). Check out our full Gohan review here MayaBay Credit: Mayabay Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 A previous winner of Time Out Dubai's Best Asian Restaurant, this brilliant spot at Jumeirah Al Naseem is nestled just next to the cute turtle lagoon and has stunning views. But the location isn't the only draw. Billing itself as 'Thai-Japanese' this carefully crafted menu spans the region, with everything from sushi to stir-fries, dim sum, curries and more – all of which are expertly prepared and incredibly moreish. The brilliant Dubai Restaurant Week deal means you can tuck into tasty mains including Chilean sea bass with spicy miso or grilled 'crying tiger' (spicy beef) steak, starting from Dhs125. Licensed. Jumeirah Al Naseem, Umm Suqeim, (04 275 2500). Check out our full Mayabay review here Mimi Kakushi Credit: Mimi Kakushi Lunch menu: Dhs125 Dinner menu: Dhs250 This cooler-than-cool Japanese restaurant at Dubai's exclusive Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach counts Scalini and COYA among its illustrious neighbours. Inspired by 1920s Osaka, Mimi Kakushi is all chic furnishings and excellent furnishings. The two-course lunch menu includes dishes like salmon avocado maki, assorted seaweed with nashi pear and spicy tuna with crispy rice crackers, followed by mains such as grilled marinated salmon or yakisoba with assorted mushrooms. For dinner, the three-course menu features premium selections like chu-toro, blackcurrant hot sauce, miso black cod and grilled baby chicken with truffle cream. Licensed. Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah, (04 379 4811). Check out our full Mimi Kakushi review here Check out the full list of participating spots for Dubai Restaurant Week here Dhs125 (two courses for lunch), Dhs250 (three courses for dinner). Daily from Fri May 8-Sun May 25 Need a reservation in the meantime? New restaurants in Dubai that you need to visit right now From casual eats to fine dining, there's bound to be a new venue you'll want to try These are Dubai's best restaurants: 85 incredible places to dine All the winners of the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards Here's how to eat at 10 expensive Dubai restaurants for less Early bird dinners, lunch specials and more
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
15 Of The Best Tables To Reserve For Dubai Restaurant Week
Whether you're a foodie on the hunt for your next favourite spot or simply can't face cooking, our edit of the eateries taking part in Dubai's Restaurant Week offers something for everyone Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 is here, and it's the perfect time to treat your taste buds to some of the city's finest culinary experiences. From award-winning fine dining spots to hidden gems offering global flavours, this year's line-up is bursting with must-try menus. We've curated an edit of 15 standout restaurants participating in the event that promise exceptional food, unique ambience, and a true taste of Dubai. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varq (@varqpalmdubai) Located at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Varq, where delicacies are frequently garnished with a glimmer of edible gold or silver leaf, modern Indian fine dining reaches new heights. Authentic treats like burnt sweet potato chaat or palak patta chaat (crispy battered spinach leaves with dates sauce) are followed by flavourful main courses like marthbaan ke choley (piquant chilli spiced chickpea) or bamboo chicken. Specialities like Varqui crab with tandoori shrimp or Hyderbadi haleem (slow-cooked lamb with lentil and wheat stew) will be served for dinner for Dhs250. Jun's View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jun's (@junsdubai) Located on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Jun's is an awarding winning restaurant offering an ultra-luxe dining experience based on third-culture cooking, blending Asian and North American elements. Signature dishes like fried za'atar chaat, mapo burrata, and rainbow heirloom carrots, which highlight the restaurant's fun yet sophisticated approach to flavour, are a testament to chef Kelvin Cheung's cosmopolitan panache. Guests can enjoy a three-course dinner for Dhs250, which includes specialities such miso Chilean sea bass and corn-fed baby chicken in red coconut curry. The two-course lunch menu is Dhs125, and includes claypot rice specialities. View this post on Instagram A post shared by THREE CUTS | Steakhouse & Bar (@threecutsdxb) Meat lovers must try 'The Art of Lazy Elegance' by Three Cuts Steakhouse & Bar, situated on Rooftop West at Nakheel Mall on Palm Jumeirah. Premium main courses like beef striploin and grilled royal sea bream are served after delectable appetisers like salmon tartare and beef carpaccio, especially curated for the Dubai Restaurant Week menu. Ideal for those looking for an elegant yet informal meal with enchanting views. Lana Lusa View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lana Lusa (@lanalusadxb) The Four Seasons Private Residences' at Lana Lusa is perfect for those who love Portuguese cuisine. The Dhs250 menu starts with appetisers like the Lana Lusa salad, which consists of spinach, avocado, and goat cheese, or the classic octopus salad with capsicum and olives. The popular Portuguese steak, known as 'Bife a Portuguesa', is served with mustard sauce, veal ham and egg, as well as whole grilled sea bream with green salsa, or gnocchi with tomato confit and basil pesto. Indulge in delightful desserts like 'dulce de leche mille feuille' with 'fior di latte' ice cream. Gerbou View this post on Instagram A post shared by GERBOU – قربوا (@gerbou) Gerbou in Nad Al Sheba offers a new take on internationally-inspired food with Emirati and Arab quirks. The lunch menu offers light options like feta and pistachio dip with mushroom crackers and fattoush salad, followed by supreme main courses such as Bahrini loomi kebab and chicken arseeyah. With appetisers like sea bass hadiqa or charred cabbage, main courses like vegetable salona with curry leaves and rice, or chicken macarona, and traditional desserts like date cake or logaimat, this is a spot for true foodies. En Fuego View this post on Instagram A post shared by En Fuego Dubai (@enfuegodubai) This lively Mexican restaurant in Atlantis, The Palm, offers a dining experience that is bold, brimming with flavour, and utterly unforgettable. The menu offers traditional Mexican fare like marinated flank steak or salmon chaufa rice, followed by beef birria tacos or crunchy tortilla corn soup. Those with a sweet tooth will love dipping its warm, freshly made churros into the signature chocolate sauce and dulce de leche. BOCA View this post on Instagram A post shared by BOCA • Dubai (@bocadubai) Located in DIFC's Gate Village, BOCA is a contemporary Spanish and Mediterranean eatery that is dedicated to sustainability. The menu for Dubai Restaurant Week includes delectable appetisers like smoked duck breast and cauliflower hummus, main courses like braised lamb shoulder and grilled eggplant with smoked burrata, and sweet treats such as vegan passion fruit panna cotta. BOCA, which is an award winning restaurant, proves that fine dining can also be environmentally friendly. Studio Frantzén View this post on Instagram A post shared by Studio Frantzén Dubai (@studiofrantzendubai) This creative dining idea at Atlantis The Palm, combines authentic Asian ingredients with traditional European bistro charm. The set dinner menu, which costs Dhs250, includes appetisers including veal minute ma-la with cep aioli, burrata with crushed beetroots and sancho pepper, and sea bass ceviche with 'tiger's milk' vinaigrette. Salmon with finger lime, baby chicken with roasted chicken aioli, or roasted cauliflower with truffle and hazelnuts are examples of main meals that highlight the restaurant's culinary creativity, served with classic sides like butter-braised greens and shallots or deep-fried Hasselback potatoes. Ronin View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ronin (@ronin_dubai) Japanese flavours take centre stage at Ronin in FIVE LUXE, Jumeirah Beach Residences, where celebrity chef Sin 'SK' Keun Choi combines culinary prowess with a rebellious warrior spirit. The creative appetisers on the Dhs250 dinner menu include the Ronin hot dog—think wagyu sausage and éclair bread—while the salmon robata yaki with goha, or the truffle chicken with yaki onigiri and miso soup are some of the tastiest main course options. Indulgent sweets like yuzu Hokkaido espuma, finished with a flourish of 24k gold leaf, make this a special spot to celebrate. Akira Back View this post on Instagram A post shared by Akira Back Dubai (@akirabackdubai) Award winning restaurant Akira Back, at W Dubai The Palm, showcases chef Akira Back's creative interpretation of modern Japanese cuisine. The Dhs250 dinner menu offers imaginative dishes like salmon tataki with mustard su-miso and pickled wasabi, or AB tuna with umami aioli and white truffle oil. Dishes such as grilled salmon with garlic spinach and spicy teriyaki, Jidori chicken with potato purée and teriyaki sauce, or the decadent 48-hour short rib with braising jus and quail egg are examples of the main course selections that highlight his culinary brilliance. Ariana's Persian Kitchen View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ariana's Persian Kitchen (@arianaspersiankitchen) The award-winning television chef and cookbook author Ariana Bundy opened her first restaurant at Atlantis The Royal, offering authentic Iranian dishes with a modern twist. Traditional dishes such salad shirazi with three tomatoes, queen pourani dip with roasted beets, and specialities like joojeh kabab with saffron and butter are all included in the Dhs125 two-course lunch menu. Guests can enjoy sophisticated Persian cuisine for supper at Dhs250, which includes delicacies like kabab koobideh and mast o khiar, which is served with creamy yoghurt and walnuts. Hutong View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hutong London (@hutongshard) Hutong, born in Hong Kong in 2003, redefined Northern Chinese food, and brought it to Dubai's DIFC in 2020. Signature delicacies like char siu, mapo tofu, and flame wagyu beef are featured on the Dubai Restaurant Week menu, providing a contemporary take on traditional Northern Chinese flavours. Interiors junkies will be in their element—the restaurant's interior is inspired by The Four Arts of the Qing Dynasty. Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michael Banua (@micobanua) Inspired by the original London warehouse-style restaurant, this lively eating spot in Atlantis, The Palm, offers a flavour of Britain right in the middle of Dubai. Hearty main courses like chickpea & butternut squash tikka masala with coconut rice are served with traditional appetisers like spiced fried cauliflower with coconut yoghurt on the Dhs125 lunch menu. With extras like tamarind-spiced chicken wings and the legendary beef Wellington served with velvety mashed potatoes, the Dhs250 evening menu ups the ante. Cosy sweets like sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream round out the meal. Ling Ling View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ling Ling Dubai (@linglingdubai) Ling Ling Dubai, a classy Asian restaurant with expansive views, is located on the 23rd floor of Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah. Starters like prawn tempura with cucumber, avocado and wasabi aioli or miso roasted eggplant with pine nuts and rice crackers are available on the Dhs250 dinner menu. Main courses include lamb shank rendang with lemongrass and coconut, roasted sambal salmon with green mango salad, or kung pao chicken with roasted cashews. Desserts include mango pandan sticky rice or hazelnut chocolate moelleux with sea salt ice cream. Shang Palace View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shang Palace Abu Dhabi (@shangpalacead) Award-winning Shang Palace in Shangri-La Dubai, offers handcrafted Chinese tastes that have been refined over the course of 50 years. The lunch menu, which costs Dhs125, offers delicate dim sum platters with prawn, chicken, and veggie dumplings as well as Sichuan mayo prawn with kiwi fruit salsa. Guests can choose Cantonese-style golden garlic king prawns or aromatic crispy duck rolls with fragrant spicy bean sauce for supper for Dhs250. Main courses include deep-fried tiger prawns with spicy Sichuan soy sauce, or beef slices with broccoli in oyster sauce—good luck choosing between them. Ninive View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ninive Dubai (@ninivedubai) Between a garden and a caravanserai, Ninive at Emirates Towers Hotel is a modern urban majlis. The evening experience costs Dhs250 and begins with a selection of traditional appetisers including cheese briwat with goat cheese and walnuts, beef fatayer with tomato salsa and pine seeds, or chicken patastilla with almonds and cinnamon. With sides of saffron rice and roasted new potatoes, the main courses feature regional specialities like mini tashreeb with braised spicy lamb shoulder, couscous royal with semoulina and various meats, and vegetarian options such pumpkin spinach kibbeh with quinoa and tomato sauce. Whatever you choose, you can't go wrong.
FACT
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
FACT Award winner Chef Kelvin Cheung opens Jooksing in Dubai
The concept comes to Neighbourhood Food Hall. Chef Kelvin Cheung has been making his mark in Dubai. Now, the Chef behind the FACT award-winning Jun's restaurant has announced that he will be joining Neighbourhood Food Hall. Opening on 2 May in Motor City, Jooksing prides itself on being an American-Chinese kitchen. Neighbourhood Food Hall brings together a diverse range of concepts and cuisines, showcasing 11 homegrown concepts. Now, it is welcoming Jooksing, which combines a fusion of flavours. The menu will range from Crab Rangoon to Spring Rolls. On Instagram, Kelvin has shared images of the venue. The casual spot features a counter, offering you the opportunity to watch the chefs at work. The images show his face, American flags, and Chinese writing. The tagline reads: 'Neither fully Chinese, nor fully American.' Chef Kelvin is of Chinese origin. He was born in Canada and raised in Chicago, and describes himself as a third-culture kid. He is a third-generation chef, and grew up surrounded by food. When it comes to his recipes, he draws from his North American upbringing, French training and Chinese heritage. Over his career, he has opened a range of dining experiences and is the mastermind behind the fine-dining restaurant Jun's in Downtown Dubai. He has featured in the MICHELIN Guide, MENA's 50 Best Restaurants, and has won several FACT Dining Awards in Dubai. Neighbourhood Food Hall is already home to some firm FACT favourites, including High Joint, Chef Akmal Anuar's Pizzeria Funkcoolio, Tacos Los Hermanos and Al Naqa, which is loved by FACT's Editor-in-Chief. Check in with FACT for the best things to do in Dubai. GO: Follow @eatjooksing on Instagram for more information.
