18-05-2025
El Gouna's Villa Coconut Is Now Open In Dubai
The expansion follows TLT Concepts' 2024 international debut with The Lemon Tree & Co. in Athens, Greece.
May 18, 2025
Villa Coconut, a hospitality brand by Egypt-based TLT Concepts, has launched its first international location in Dubai, marking the company's UAE debut. Situated in Gate Avenue at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the new venue held its soft opening in mid-May 2025.
The Dubai outpost builds on the original Villa Coconut, first opened in El Gouna, Egypt, known for its Mediterranean cuisine and relaxed coastal aesthetic. The expansion follows TLT Concepts' 2024 international debut with The Lemon Tree & Co. in Athens, Greece.
The Dubai location features a Mediterranean-inspired menu led by Mirette Aly, Co-Founder and Chief Hospitality Officer of TLT Concepts, in collaboration with Greek chefs Michalis Nourloglou and Panos Zokos. New dishes exclusive to the DIFC venue have been introduced.
Designed by Alchemy Architecture Studio and TLT Concepts' in-house team, the space includes high ceilings, a curved marble bar, and a mix of natural materials. Villa Coconut DIFC offers live entertainment, DJ sets, and a private speakeasy called The Lava Room, which accommodates up to 40 guests.
Founded in 2014 by Ahmed Hanafi and Mirette Aly, TLT Concepts is known for The Lemon Tree & Co., and a portfolio of restaurants, bars, beach clubs, and retail concepts across Egypt and Greece.
