DIN TAI FUNG
Multiple locations
One of our favourites for Chinese food in Dubai. Fresh dumplings, noodles and consistently good food.
Our favourite places to eat in Dubai
There are SOOOO many restaurants in Dubai that it would be impossible to fit them all into one guide.
These aren't necessarily the fanciest, most expensive or most famous restaurants. They're simply places we like, places we recommend and places we think are worth knowing about. Dubai's food scene changes constantly, so use this as a starting point rather than a definitive list.
🍽️Our Casual Favourites
Great Food, Any Day
ASIA ASIA
Pier 7
Probably our favourite Asian restaurant in Dubai. Great food, brilliant Marina views and surprisingly reasonable.
📍JBR & Dubai Marina
Great Food, Great Locations
ZOUZOU
JBR
One of our JBR favourites. Turkish and Lebanese food, big portions and great for groups.
HURRICANE'S GRILL
JBR
Big steaks, ribs, burgers and seriously generous portions.
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY
JBR
Massive portions, huge menu and ridiculous desserts.
MEAT MOOT
JBR
One for the meat lovers. Choose your cut and have it served with loads of sides.
MENCHIE'S
JBR
One of our favourite quick dessert stops. Frozen yoghurt with as many toppings as you want.
🥩Steak & Meat
For the Meat Lovers
SEAFIRE STEAKHOUSE
Atlantis The Palm
A premium steak option inside Atlantis. Definitely one to consider if you want to make an evening of it.
BIG T'S SMOKEHOUSE
Dubai
Recommended by @BiggestBites. Proper American-style BBQ, smoked meats and huge portions.
HUGO'S ARGENTINE GRILL
Another @BiggestBites recommendation. One for steaks, grilled meats and anyone arriving hungry.
THE MEAT CO.
Souk Madinat
Great steaks with the added bonus of the Souk Madinat setting.
🍲Sunday Roasts
Proper Roasts in the Sunshine
GOOSE ISLAND
FIVE Luxe JBR
One of our top Sunday roast recommendations. A proper feast with all the trimmings.
THE MEZZANINE
Souk Madinat
A brilliant setting overlooking the waterways. Great if you want a proper British-style roast somewhere scenic.
THE MEAT CO.
Souk Madinat
Another great option, particularly if you want quality meat in one of Dubai's nicest settings.
THE DUCK HOOK
Dubai Hills
A little further out, but well known for its British pub atmosphere and proper roast dinners.
🧁Something Sweet
MENCHIE'S
JBR
Frozen yoghurt + as many toppings as you can fit in the tub.
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY
JBR
The obvious choice when you want a massive slice of cheesecake.
💼Business Lunches
Good Food. Good Deals. Better Meetings.
TATTU
CIEL Dubai Marina, Level 74
Modern Asian dishes with panoramic Dubai Marina views, served at the top of Ciel Dubai Marina.
Taste of Tattu Business Lunch from AED 148
Daily | 12PM–3:45PM
SUSHISAMBA
Level 51, The Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah
Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian flavours with panoramic views across Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline.
Vivo Lunch: AED 169 (two courses), AED 219 with a drink
Sunday–Friday | 12PM–3PM
ZUMA
Gate Village 06, DIFC
A quick business lunch featuring a selection of Zuma's signature contemporary Japanese dishes.
Ebisu Business Lunch: AED 159 per person
Monday–Friday | 12PM–3PM
HUTONG
Gate Building 6, DIFC
Northern Chinese business lunch with signature dishes including dim sum, wok dishes and mains with steamed rice.
Business Lunch: AED 88 or AED 110
Monday–Friday | 12PM–2:30PM
⭐Michelin & Special Occasions
World-Class Dining
STAY BY YANNICK ALLÉNO
One&Only The Palm
One of Dubai's standout fine-dining experiences. Definitely one for a special occasion.
TRÈSIND STUDIO
Palm Jumeirah
Modern Indian fine dining and one of Dubai's most acclaimed restaurants.
ROW ON 45
Grosvenor House
An intimate tasting-menu experience from Jason Atherton.
ORFALI BROS BISTRONOMY
Jumeirah
Creative and different, without the traditional super-formal atmosphere.
11 WOODFIRE
Jumeirah
Built around cooking over fire, with excellent meat and seafood.
📍Worth Travelling For
A Little Further, A Lot Worth It
THE GUILD
A beautiful venue and a more premium experience without going completely overboard on price.
GYMKHANA
A new addition to Dubai's food scene as of 2026. If you fancy Indian food, this is definitely one to have on your list.
BIG T'S SMOKEHOUSE
Not necessarily near every tourist, but if you love BBQ and smoked meat, it's worth making the journey.
📱 Useful tip
Download Careem while you're in Dubai. You can get food and desserts delivered directly to your hotel or apartment.
There are soooo many more…
Dubai has thousands of restaurants. From casual local spots and huge sharing meals to beachfront restaurants and some of the world's best fine dining, you could eat somewhere different every day and barely scratch the surface.
These are simply our recommendations and places we think are worth knowing about, not a definitive list.
Tell us where you're staying and what kind of food you're looking for, and we'll point you in the right direction.
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