30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Step Inside the Secret World of MiMi Mei Fair – Dubai's Most Transportive New Dining Experience
Hidden behind lacquered doors in Downtown Dubai's Opera District, MiMi Mei Fair is more than a restaurant – it's an immersive world built on fantasy, femininity, and flavour with opulent interiors, theatrical storytelling, and Cantonese classics reinvented with style and soul.
If dining were a fantasy novel, MiMi Meì Faìr would be the glowing, gilded chapter you'd never want to end. Tucked inside Address Residences Dubai Opera, this magical Chinese restaurant – born in London and now dazzling in Dubai – is the brainchild of hospitality powerhouse Samyukta Nair. Think decadent dishes, storybook interiors, and a sprinkle of Empress-approved drama.
With her unique flair for blending hospitality and storytelling, Nair brings the London-born concept to life in Dubai with spellbinding interiors – each room boasts a unique aesthetic – and a menu that marries the rich flavours of Mainland China, Hong Kong and Singapore with modern finesse.
The moment you step inside, it feels like entering a cinematic universe. Each room tells a different story – whether you're sipping cocktails under the seductive glow of the Moon Bar, hosting a celebration in the richly decorated Peacock Room, enjoying an intimate gathering in the Library, settling into the drama of the Parlour, or dining al fresco on the chic Garden Terrace with Burj Khalifa views, every setting is designed to feel like a different universe.
And let's talk about the food. The menu takes you on a flavour-packed journey from Sichuan to Shanghai, featuring dishes that are comforting, creative, and seriously moreish. At the heart of the menu is the apple wood-fired Peking duck – carved tableside in true ceremony – alongside standout plates like golden crispy prawn toast, sweet and sour chicken done right, Singapore chilli prawns, and spicy tofu with just the right amount of kick. The cocktails? Gorgeous. And the passionfruit cheesecake? A silky, tangy dream.
MiMi Meì Fàir is a place that doesn't just serve dinner – it sets a scene. Whether you're gathering your glam squad, planning a chic date night, or just want to treat yourself to something extra, this is the spot that delivers. From the mood lighting to the mouth-watering menu, every inch is dripping in character and charm. Step through the velvet curtain, pick your fantasy room, and let MiMi Meì Faìr do the rest.
