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Bookmark These 8 New Dubai Restaurants Before Your Next Visit

If you thought Dubai couldn’t possibly surprise you anymore, think again. The city’s newest restaurants are blending global techniques with local flair.

| Ruman Baig
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Dubai’s dining scene clearly didn’t get the memo about slowing down, did it? You blink, and there’s another headline-worthy restaurant opening its doors. Each one more extravagant than the one before, or more expertly curated than the last. The city seems intent on outdoing itself one after the other, proving once again that in Dubai, dining is all about storytelling and serious flavour. 

Over the past few months, a new wave of restaurants has shown up. From avant-garde tasting menus to concept-led bistroes, these fresh openings perfectly capture the city’s restless creativity and never-ending appetite for the extraordinary. Consider this guide to be your cheat sheet to the 8 hottest new restaurants in Dubai you absolutely need to try. Let’s get started. 

1. Mr. Chow Dubai 

After nearly six decades of global acclaim, the world’s most storied dining institution has finally landed in Dubai, bringing all the glamour and mystique that made it a cultural phenomenon. Mr. Chow Dubai is set right in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), displaying a performance of taste and style. The interiors are a study in architectural restaurants, where the drama unfolds as much in the room as it does on the plate. The menu features the legendary classics, such as the hand-pulled noodles, the addictive Beijing Duck, and the green prawns. Mr. Chow Dubai redefines dining as art, nostalgia, and pure, delectable indulgence, all in one.

Where: Podium, Level 2 - Trade Centre, DIFC, Gate District Precinct Building 02, UAE. 

2. La Table du MusicHall Dubai

Perched right on the 74th floor of SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, La Table Du MusicHall takes dinner and a show to exhilarating new heights (quite literally!). This intimate new venue completely reimagines the legendary MusicHall concept into a boutique dining experience where food and performance share the spotlight equally. The atmosphere is surrounded by velvet-lit interiors, panoramic skyline views, and a lineup that shifts seamlessly between cabaret, live music, and contemporary acts. The menu mirrors the mood, as it is bold and artful. Think Mediterranean finesse meets Middle Eastern flair. La Table du MusicHall delivers an unforgettable evening that’s pure Dubai. 

Where: SLS Hotel & Residences, Marasi DR, Business Bay, Dubai

3. Vera Versilia

Stepping into Vera Versilia feels like arriving at an elegant Tuscan villa right on the Italian coast. Here, time slows, and laughter lingers, and each dish celebrates L’Arte di Vivere, the art of living well. The ambience is warm yet elegant, with a chic coastal charm that invites both lunches and candlelit dinners. The a la carte menu honours true traditional Versilian cuisine, reimagined through a modern lens. From lavish seafood towers to crudo that has been sliced delicately, you will find everything here. You can also try handmade pastas born in Vera’s very own Pasta Lab. Each plate is a portrait of simplicity, filled with seasonal ingredients and soulful care. 

Where: Kempinski, Mall of the Emirates, 2nd Floor, Al Barsha, Al Barsha 1, Dubai

4. MAYG

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Walk into MAYG and you’ll instantly sense that this is no ordinary fine-dining room. Rather, it’s where French elegance meets Japanese precision. It is helmed by Aadel Ouaoua, whose two decades of experience span cities like Paris, London, and Rome. MAYG has landed in Dubai with a refined vision. The interiors feature plush white seating offset by rich maroon and gold accents, layered wood flooring, and a sculptural ceiling with drifting clouds in pastel hues. On the menu, the salmon ceviche arrives as sashimi with mango and shiitake, punctuated with a warm broth. The grilled Wagyu striploin comes with veal jus reduction. It’s ideal for a date night, especially if you’re looking for the ambience to complement the meal being served. 

Where: Building 11, Dubai Design District, Dubai

5. MEI

Located within Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, MEI ushers in a new era of refined Asian dining in Dubai. It is one of the few destinations in the city that blends the sophistication of high-end Chinese and Japanese cuisine right under one roof. The setting strikes a balance between sleek modernity and cultural resonance, infused with oriental elements. The menu is an ode to the East’s most revered culinary traditions, reimagined through a contemporary lens. You can expect meticulously crafted dishes, prepared with the finest organic ingredients. From delicate sashimi to expertly wok-tossed classics, each bite reflects MEI’s devotion to presentation and precision. 

Where: Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, Jumeira St, Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai 

6. Kigo

Recently opened at the Four Seasons Hotel in DIFC, KIGO is the city’s newest expression of Japanese refinement. KIGO is designed as an immersive experience through Japan’s four seasons. Guests are invited to the stone counter for an intimate omakase or kaiseki experience, where each course is crafted with precision. The setting mirrors this philosophy of transience perfectly. A serene path leads you to a 44-seat dining room built around a rare Aji stone sushi counter and a hand-painted Rimpa-style mural. Every detail, from the minimalist decor to the rare sakes and tea pairings, is meant to truly evoke the essence of mono no aware, the appreciation of life’s passing beauty. 

Where: GV09 Level GF, Gate Village, Building 3, Zaa'beel Second, DIFC, Dubai

7. Three Bros

Brought to you by the dynamic trio behind the legendary Orfali Bros, Three Bros is a bold new venture where you can instantly sense its distinctive flavour. This compact, 22-seat spot in Wasl 51 trades white tablecloths for 70s-inspired decor. Think patterned monochrome floors, deep maroon walls, bronze wall sculptures of the brothers, and an open-kitchen vibe that keeps things lively. The food hits the spot, though that’s no surprise—their reputation precedes them. Imagine Comte and truffle croquettes, a drippy Wagyu cheeseburger with a Hokkaido bun, and a pizza-pide hybrid topped with burnt leeks and truffle. The menu says “fuss minimal, flavour maximal”, and it delivers. 

Where: Al Wasl 51 Mall, Jumeirah, Dubai

8. CUT Caviar

CUT Caviar is a brand-new jewel within Mileo Hotel Dubai. The concept? Utterly premium caviar, fine champagne, further elevated through bespoke hand-crafted cocktails and minimalist elegance. The setting is intimate, allowing you to enjoy quiet moments with loved ones. If there’s one thing CUT Caviar is known for, it’s precision, refinement, and the kind of indulgence that whispers rather than shouts. You can expect expertly paired small plates that truly highlight the splendour of caviar, where each detail is intentional. In a city with ever-opening venues, this stands out by doing less, but impeccably. 

Where: Mileo The Palm, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

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