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Time Out Dubai
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
City Walk restaurants: All 11 restaurants to know at C2
Over the last few months, the team at City Walk has been busy creating a huge 25,000-square-foot licensed area in the heart of the destination called C2 in order to take the destination's foodie offering up a notch (or two). The area is currently home to eight restaurants but will soon be home to around 11 eateries that offer a diverse range of cuisines and dining experiences. Here's your handy guide on all of City Walk's newest restaurants: Baku Café City Walk restaurants. Credit: Baku Café Named after Azerbaijan's vibrant capital, Baku Café is where traditional Azeri flavours meet modern Dubai dining. The sleek spot first welcomed guests in 2017, later making the move to C2 to elevate its game – now with a curated selection of grape to match the menu. You'll find home-style classics done right: fragrant dolma wrapped in tender grape leaves, sizzling lamb saj straight from the pan, crisp and chewy qutabs, and rich, nutty pilaf fsinjan. It's a little slice of Baku, right here in the city. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk (04 299 9081). Brass Monkey City Walk restaurants. Credit: Brass Monkey Quirky entertainment spot Brass Monkey has opened its second Dubai location in City Walk. Expect the same fun vibes as its OG Bluewaters location. The spacious venue boasts plenty of arcade games, retro video games, bowling alleys, pool tables and more. You can also dine on tasty American cuisine, including burgers, wings and much more. A one-stop fun shop for big kids. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk (04 582 2244). Daikan Izakaya City Walk restaurants. Credit: Daikan Izakaya Daikan Izakaya is bringing its legendary ramen and izakaya-sharing dishes to the lively C2 district at City Walk, Dubai. After closing in DIFC last year, the Japanese spot launched its first licensed branch. You'll basically feel like you're on the streets of Tokyo, with a menu that features a wide variety of signature ramen dishes, including smoked shio dashi ramen and a vegetarian option. On their soft opening menu, there are new contemporary dishes like wagyu cheese steak sandwich, lobster pops and crispy tuna bites katsu. More dishes are expected to be added in the near future. And you can wash it all down with a selection of house drinks. Licensed. Daikan Izakaya, C2 Licensed District City Walk (052 703 8369). L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele City Walk restaurants. Credit: L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele is probably the most famous pizza chain in the world. The C2 location boasts two floors, Burj Khalifa views and a selection of Italian grape. Pizzas – which range from the minimalist marinara to the burrata-loaded 'Burj Khalifa via traditional Napoletana' – are only briefly waved inside the blistering oven before they're slid onto a plate and served. The pizzeria, which was shortlisted in the Time Out Dubai Awards' Best Pizzeria category, hails from Naples, where hungry tourists queue from 10.30am to be first through the door at its original Italian location. Luckily for us, the Dubai branches serve pizza that is just as tasty. And if it's good enough for Julia Roberts i, it's good enough for us. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk. @pizzeria_da_michele_dubai (04 224 0040). La Serre City Walk restaurants. Credit: La Serre The OG Parisian-style boulangerie, café and bistro is back – and bringing a taste of the Champs-Élysées to City Walk C2. La Serre champions hearty, wholesome dishes made out of organic ingredients sourced from farmers and artisans across Europe. From buttery croissants and crisp baguettes to classic French plates done right, this chic spot blends the warmth of a neighbourhood café with the polish of a refined bistro. Swing by for a leisurely breakfast, seal a deal over lunch, or linger over dinner à la Parisienne. La vie est belle at La Serre – and you'll taste it in every bite. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk, (052 377 3100). Myata City Walk restaurants. Credit: Myata At MYATA, comfort is the name of the game. Think soft seats, cool interiors, tasty food, signature cocktails, and hookahs that keep the vibe going. There's plenty to do, too, with consoles and board games if you're in the mood for a little friendly competition. The space mixes open lounges with a VIP area tucked into canyon-like curves for a bit of extra privacy. It's the kind of place you settle into and suddenly realise you've been here all night. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk, (058 530 5555). Mythos Kouzina & Grill City Walk restaurants. Credit: Mythos Kouzina & Grill Catering to the other side of town, the Greek eatery is also located in the licensed district. Much like its JLT counterpart, the interiors are light, bright and breezy, and the food is absolutely delicious. You can expect dishes such as a fava, a yellow split pea puree, feta in filo pastry, seafood yiouvetsi and kleftiko, a slow-cooked suckling goat. To accompany the fare, Mythos Urban Greek Eatery also serves up authentic Greek grapes, including some unusual varieties. Along with the grape, guests will be able to order creative fruity mixed drinks that have been crafted with Greek flavours. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk (04 225 3313). Nola Bijou Bistro & Bar City Walk restaurants. Credit: Fans of Nola Eatery and Social House in JLT will now have another option when the craving for live jazz and Louisiana hospitality strikes. Bringing its famed New Orleans vibes to the new location, Nola in City Walk serves up classics from the popular menu along with some new additions. New dishes on the menu include wagyu beef tartare and burrata topped with anchovies. Licensed. C2, City Walk (04 334 4098). NOX City Walk restaurants. Credit: NOX NOX blends sophisticated interiors, world-fusion sharing plates, and playful signature cocktails. Inspired by 1920s Manhattan bars and cosy London townhouses, the venue features plush velvet, patinated leather, marble, brass accents, and lush greenery. The menu includes pistachio falafel, lamb and kimchi momos, tacos al pastor, wagyu tenderloin, and more, alongside inventive drinks served with theatrical rituals. A resident DJ sets the vibe from Thursday to Saturday. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk, (050 311 4065). Primi Cucina Italiana City Walk restaurants. Credit: Primi Cucina Italiana This isn't your average Italian joint. Here, passion's plated up with a side of swagger, bold flavours take centre stage, and every bite feels like a love letter from Rome. Think silky homemade pasta, blistered pizzas straight from the oven, vibrant salads, and flame-kissed grills that mean business. Cool off with tangy house-made lemonades, small-batch ferments, or cocktails worth lingering over. And don't even think about leaving without an espresso hit of our deep, Italian-style roasted coffee. It's all about good vibes, great company, and food that makes you want to twirl your fork just a little slower. Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk (0569 924 326). RARE Brasserie & Bar City Walk restaurants. Credit: RARE Brasserie & Bar Located in the C2 (the licensed bit) of City Walk is a newly opened steakhouse mixing the vibe of a New York bar and an art deco Parisian brasserie. Rare is a 130-seater venue that's expansive, with a spacious shaded outdoor terrace for those who like to enjoy watching the city come to life at night. Inside, there are pockets of booths which provide a bit of privacy away from the hustle and bustle of a busy restaurant. You can choose from the finest cuts such as the oyster blade with pebre and Amarillo chilli or striploin with wasabi cream and crispy batter. Sounds good, right? Licensed. C2 Licensed District City Walk, (04 287 4604). Hungry? 36 of Dubai's coolest cafés and coffee shops From Jumeirah to Al Khawaneej Dubai brunch reviews: The city's top brunches, tried and tested Dubai's best brunches to try now (as well as those to avoid at all costs) 82 best breakfasts to try in Dubai 2024 From eggs Benedict to full-on fry-ups, here's where to kick off a morning in style
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ILoveQatar.net
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- ILoveQatar.net
Top 5 new restaurants & cafes in Qatar [August 2025]
Looking for fresh flavours and new hangout spots in Qatar? The (ILQ) team has rounded up five exciting new restaurants and cafés that have recently opened their doors, and they're serving everything from wood-fired pizzas and gourmet steaks to local breakfast favourites and Mumbai-style street bites. Whether you're in the mood for a cosy brunch, a bold dinner, or a quick chai stop, there's something here to satisfy every craving! Mio Pizzeria Bringing a taste of Italy to Qatar, Mio Pizzeria is the brainchild of certified pizzaiola Andrea Corcoran, and it's quickly becoming a crowd favourite. Known for its artisan approach and bold flavours, the menu features bestsellers like the wood-fired Napoletana, the classic Pepperoni, the fiery Mio Daviola, and the indulgent Mio Summer Truffle, a pricier pick, but worth every bite. Don't skip the Tiramisu, either; it's the perfect sweet finish to this elevated pizza experience. Cuisine: Italian Location: West Bay Timing: Saturday - Thursday: 11 am - 11 pm Friday: 1 pm - 11 pm Contact: +974 6006 4003 Instagram: @ Meat Point Grill Calling all steak lovers! Meat Point Grill is making waves with perfectly grilled cuts like the Ribeye and New York Strip, complemented by standout starters like the Spicy Beef Liver and Sautéed Mushrooms. Don't skip the refreshing Tulum Cheese Salad, a crisp contrast to all that sizzling goodness. Tea and Buns Step into the lively charm of Mumbai's street food scene right here in Qatar. This new spot serves up comfort with a kick, from buttery Bun Maska and rich Karak to spicy Frankie Rolls and loaded Bombay Sandwiches. Whether you're on a solo chai stop or hanging out with friends, this cosy café blends flavour, nostalgia, and laid-back vibes all in one place. Athr Café Blending Qatari hospitality with contemporary flair, Athr Café serves up comforting favourites like eggs with tomatoes, balaleet, paired with artisanal sides. Don't miss their Signature Strawberry, Classic Tiramisu, or the crowd-favourite Chicken Pesto Sandwich. Dodo Pizza More than just pizza, Dodo Pizza delivers bold flavours across a menu packed with variety, from the indulgent Hawaiian, Pepperoni, Margherita and Chicken Ranch to hearty rice bowls like the Meaty BBQ, Cheesy Butter Chicken, and Chicken Strips options. Perfect for when you're craving pizza and more in one place! Cuisine: Fast Food Location: Salwa Road Timing: Monday - Wednesday: 12 pm - 1 am Thursday - Friday: 12 pm - 2 am Saturday - Sunday: 12 pm - 1 am Contact: +974 3008 1171 Instagram: @dodopizza_qa RELATED:
The Age
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
‘Always order the lasagne': The inner-west 20-seater locals can't get enough of
A serious snack section leads the menu at Sippenham in Sydenham, which was built on a passion for music, food and community. Previous SlideNext Slide Italian$$$$ A few years ago, in the midst of lockdown, two best mates moved in together and began marking their days with a kaleidoscope of home-cooked food. Friends since high school, chef Nick 'Poodle' Giannopoulos and then-retail bank employee Stephen Mandis were most excited about Friday night's menu. That night, from a tiny, less than fancy oven in their flat, Giannopoulos would serve fat golden focaccia, a pond of olive oil and balsamic vinegar to sweep it through, and a lusty beef shin lasagne with vodka sauce, its surface thick with parmigiano. Nearly five years later, that lasagne, using marrow-in beef shin and pasta sheets handmade by Giannopoulos, is pulling diners from across the city to their 20-seater restaurant, Sippenham, in Sydenham. It's part of a story that began with Mandis becoming fascinated by Giannopoulos' life as a chef. 'I'd wait for him to come home and tell me how his day and the restaurant was,' he says. 'Eventually, it grew this charm, this idea that – as best mates – we could open up our own place together. And here we are, a couple [of] years later.' Since opening in April, Sippenham has been regularly booked out. The restaurant, built with passion for music, food and community, bubbles with a singular camaraderie led by Mandis on the floor, welcoming and checking on diners. It also feels surprisingly luxurious. Perhaps this is because outside, Unwins Bridge Road, the nearby train bridge and Railway Road merge traffic, gritty air and overhead planes. It's a Sydenham kind of magic along with the giant fig tree festooned with fairy lights, the Bonds outlet and a karate school. Inside Sippenham, also inspired by the two friends' love of East London, the emerald-green cushioned chairs, banquette seating, dark green walls and glowing lamps bring an easy-going sophistication. I'm dining alone and that feels entirely comfortable here. The menu starts with a serious snack section, led by the 'Uncle Luke's' fish sanger, its crustless white bread as soft as a doona. There are ribbons of iceberg lettuce, a lovely crumbed swordfish fillet and nicely strong taramasalata. Named after Mandis' long-time fishing friend, you can spot Luke holding prize catches in framed photos on Sippenham's dark green walls. Always order the lasagne – a salubriously layered marvel marked by generous pieces of beef and made from a recipe handed down from Giannopoulos' grandmother. Meanwhile, the malloreddus features chubby curls of pasta served with fleshy king prawns, roast cherry tomatoes, shellfish bisque and chives. Giannopoulos also has a way with meatballs – three lovely herby, orbs as big as the cricket ball held by Shane Warne in another framed photo – and served with melting parmigiano and a rich glug of Napoletana sauce. Wipe the plate clean with salt-flecked focaccia, made in a commercial oven Giannopoulos oversees in the open kitchen. There is a tiramisu being ordered left, right and centre, but I carry a torch for Giannopoulos' brownie-like chocolate cake with its fat wiggle of cremeux evaporating like magic on the tongue. Sippenham is also strong on wine, its ever-changing list curated by importer Lo-Fi Wines, and tonight I drink the lovely Casina Val Liberata's Chiara, a rosé from Monferrato in Italy. To find his feet before the pair opened Sippenham, Mandis spent two years working with Giannopoulos and his parents at their North Ryde restaurant, Fourno, until it closed in 2024 after 20 years. Now they want to leave their own hospitality legacy with Sippenham. 'I'm in this to make people happy,' Mandis says. 'We want to pay tribute to our ancestors, our family and the suburbs and streets that raised us. Every plate is made with love.' Afterwards, a diesel locomotive crossing the railway bridge fills the air with grey smoke. The character and food of Sippenham glows on amid it. Three more 'mates places' to try Cricca Founded by long-time friends Alessio Nogarotto and Giles Gabutina, this small but wondrous spot on Windsor's main shopping strip matches wood-fired bread with burrata laced with mandarin and leek, and ricotta beetroot ravioli, under chandeliers and candlelight. 1/135 George Street, Windsor, Ciro's Pizza Halfway to Wollongong in the seaside village of Thirroul, four mates – Michael Zubrecky, Joel Mucci, Liam Forsythe and Marko Bozic – oversee magnificent wood-fired Neapolitan style pizza, fab mains (try the smoked beef sausage with fava beans and potato) and a bevy of natural wines. 1 Raymond Road, Thirroul, Wharf St Kitchen In 2023, mates Dave Moran and Josh McPhee, founders of Dulwich Hill's The General, took over Marrickville Gold Club's kitchen. A menu featuring beef brisket lasagne, hand-rolled potato gnocchi and southern-fried popcorn chicken is still impressing locals. Good Food reviews are booked anonymously and paid independently. A restaurant can't pay for a review or inclusion in the Good Food Guide.
Sydney Morning Herald
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Always order the lasagne': The inner-west 20-seater locals can't get enough of
A serious snack section leads the menu at Sippenham in Sydenham, which was built on a passion for music, food and community. Previous SlideNext Slide Italian$$$$ A few years ago, in the midst of lockdown, two best mates moved in together and began marking their days with a kaleidoscope of home-cooked food. Friends since high school, chef Nick 'Poodle' Giannopoulos and then-retail bank employee Stephen Mandis were most excited about Friday night's menu. That night, from a tiny, less than fancy oven in their flat, Giannopoulos would serve fat golden focaccia, a pond of olive oil and balsamic vinegar to sweep it through, and a lusty beef shin lasagne with vodka sauce, its surface thick with parmigiano. Nearly five years later, that lasagne, using marrow-in beef shin and pasta sheets handmade by Giannopoulos, is pulling diners from across the city to their 20-seater restaurant, Sippenham, in Sydenham. It's part of a story that began with Mandis becoming fascinated by Giannopoulos' life as a chef. 'I'd wait for him to come home and tell me how his day and the restaurant was,' he says. 'Eventually, it grew this charm, this idea that – as best mates – we could open up our own place together. And here we are, a couple [of] years later.' Since opening in April, Sippenham has been regularly booked out. The restaurant, built with passion for music, food and community, bubbles with a singular camaraderie led by Mandis on the floor, welcoming and checking on diners. It also feels surprisingly luxurious. Perhaps this is because outside, Unwins Bridge Road, the nearby train bridge and Railway Road merge traffic, gritty air and overhead planes. It's a Sydenham kind of magic along with the giant fig tree festooned with fairy lights, the Bonds outlet and a karate school. Inside Sippenham, also inspired by the two friends' love of East London, the emerald-green cushioned chairs, banquette seating, dark green walls and glowing lamps bring an easy-going sophistication. I'm dining alone and that feels entirely comfortable here. The menu starts with a serious snack section, led by the 'Uncle Luke's' fish sanger, its crustless white bread as soft as a doona. There are ribbons of iceberg lettuce, a lovely crumbed swordfish fillet and nicely strong taramasalata. Named after Mandis' long-time fishing friend, you can spot Luke holding prize catches in framed photos on Sippenham's dark green walls. Always order the lasagne – a salubriously layered marvel marked by generous pieces of beef and made from a recipe handed down from Giannopoulos' grandmother. Meanwhile, the malloreddus features chubby curls of pasta served with fleshy king prawns, roast cherry tomatoes, shellfish bisque and chives. Giannopoulos also has a way with meatballs – three lovely herby, orbs as big as the cricket ball held by Shane Warne in another framed photo – and served with melting parmigiano and a rich glug of Napoletana sauce. Wipe the plate clean with salt-flecked focaccia, made in a commercial oven Giannopoulos oversees in the open kitchen. There is a tiramisu being ordered left, right and centre, but I carry a torch for Giannopoulos' brownie-like chocolate cake with its fat wiggle of cremeux evaporating like magic on the tongue. Sippenham is also strong on wine, its ever-changing list curated by importer Lo-Fi Wines, and tonight I drink the lovely Casina Val Liberata's Chiara, a rosé from Monferrato in Italy. To find his feet before the pair opened Sippenham, Mandis spent two years working with Giannopoulos and his parents at their North Ryde restaurant, Fourno, until it closed in 2024 after 20 years. Now they want to leave their own hospitality legacy with Sippenham. 'I'm in this to make people happy,' Mandis says. 'We want to pay tribute to our ancestors, our family and the suburbs and streets that raised us. Every plate is made with love.' Afterwards, a diesel locomotive crossing the railway bridge fills the air with grey smoke. The character and food of Sippenham glows on amid it. Three more 'mates places' to try Cricca Founded by long-time friends Alessio Nogarotto and Giles Gabutina, this small but wondrous spot on Windsor's main shopping strip matches wood-fired bread with burrata laced with mandarin and leek, and ricotta beetroot ravioli, under chandeliers and candlelight. 1/135 George Street, Windsor, Ciro's Pizza Halfway to Wollongong in the seaside village of Thirroul, four mates – Michael Zubrecky, Joel Mucci, Liam Forsythe and Marko Bozic – oversee magnificent wood-fired Neapolitan style pizza, fab mains (try the smoked beef sausage with fava beans and potato) and a bevy of natural wines. 1 Raymond Road, Thirroul, Wharf St Kitchen In 2023, mates Dave Moran and Josh McPhee, founders of Dulwich Hill's The General, took over Marrickville Gold Club's kitchen. A menu featuring beef brisket lasagne, hand-rolled potato gnocchi and southern-fried popcorn chicken is still impressing locals. Good Food reviews are booked anonymously and paid independently. A restaurant can't pay for a review or inclusion in the Good Food Guide.
Time Out
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A true taste of Naples in Rosebank with Napz Pizzeria Napoletana
Open for lunch and dinner between 12h00 and 20h30, Napz offers both dine-in options as well as Uber Eats deliveries – that is, until they sell out each day. It's a perfect spot for a family lunch, a casual early date night, or an unforgettable event. Napz isn't just another pizza joint. They serve vera pizza Napoletana, meaning 'authentic Neopolitan pizza'. The owner, Enrico Adinolfi, trained in Naples at the AVPN (Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana) and ensures that Napz only uses imported Italian ingredients of the highest calibre. Family-owned and run, Enrico and Viviana are the husband-and-wife duo that make the magic happen, though you're likely to see their son, Maximus, playing somewhere in the restaurant too. Their families hail from a town in southern Italy, Cava de' Tirreni, an hour from Naples. 'Our Italian heritage brings that understanding and that connection to Italy in what we do. We understand what a Neapolitan pizza is. We've trained in it. We've been certified in it, and the staff have been trained [by me] in the exact same training from Naples,' Enrico says. 'We use techniques that have been passed down generation by generation from the pizzerias in Naples, which the AVPN safeguards.' The AVPN process includes strict guidelines on how to make an authentic Neopolitan pizza, from the flour to the dough-making to the ingredient selection. Turns out vera pizza-making is vera (ha) serious business. If you want some light entertainment, just get Enrico started on the topic of Instagram-famous pizzas or charred crusts. Napz' signature dishes are their margherita and marinara pizzas. 'They're the most classic pizzas that you'll find in Naples all over the place, no matter where you go.' It's also worth ordering the pizza fritta, fried pieces of pizza dough, a classic street food in Naples. My go-to is the crammed calzone, the stuff of dreams, if dreams are dipped in slow-cooked tomato sugo. They're not selling alcohol just yet, but you won't miss it when the non-alcoholic Aperol Spritz tastes almost like the real deal. I'll be back for the amarena soda, a refreshing cherry Fizz Pop in a glass. When summer rolls around, I'll be opting for a slushy granita instead, choosing between lemon or orange, to enjoy al fresco on their patio. 'The granita reminds you of summers in Naples, where you've got a lot of lemonata stands serving fresh granita on the hot days on the road,' Enrico says. Enrico and Viviana brought Naples culture into the relaxed space through various artworks and artefacts they've picked up on their travels. The space is decorated with a clear love for the city, from the depiction of old men playing a classic card game in the streets to various Italian sayings you're likely to hear around Naples, like 'tutto bene' (all good), 'sciò 'sciò' (chasing away bad luck) and 'famm' 'na pizza' (make me a pizza). That tongue-in-cheek humour is in the name and logo too. 'If you're a Neapolitan, in slang they would say you're a 'Nap'. We put z at the end for, you know, pizza. And then our logo takes inspiration from Pulcinella, a folklore figure in Neapolitan culture that stands for a carefree life, not worried about rules, taking everything in his stride…and a little bit mischievous.' Visit Napz at the Rosebank Quarter, 9 Walter Street on 158 Jan Smuts Avenue, Monday through Saturday between 12h00 and 20h30.
