Chokhi Dhani Dubai, the Rajasthani-themed dining destination on Al Seef, has announced it will close its doors permanently, with 15 September 2026 marking its final day of operations. It’s time you should plan your visit before it bids adieu!
Chokhi Dhani Dubai Announces Permanent Closure
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In a message shared with guests, the team behind the venue said every journey has a chapter that stays with people forever, reflecting on years of shared celebrations and memorable moments hosted at the venue. “To everyone who visited us, celebrated with us, and became a part of our journey — thank you for all the love and memories,” the team said in its farewell note.
A Farewell After Years Of Cultural Celebrations
In a follow-up message, the team said they had had the privilege of welcoming guests, celebrating with them, and sharing a little piece of India with Dubai over the years. Every visit, celebration and memory created at the venue, they said, became part of its story.
As the countdown to the final day begins, the team invited guests to visit one last time before 15 September 2026, framing the closure as a chance for regulars and first-time visitors alike to say a proper goodbye rather than a quiet shutting of doors.
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What This Means For Dubai’s Indian Dining Scene
The closure marks the end of a well-known cultural dining fixture in Dubai, one that carried forward a distinctly Rajasthani identity within the city’s crowded restaurant landscape. For many residents, the venue offered more than a meal, it was positioned as an experiential evening built around Indian heritage and hospitality.
No reason for the closure was given in the announcement, and it remains unclear whether the brand plans any future presence in Dubai or the wider UAE. Guests wishing to visit before the final day are advised to check directly with the venue for availability, given the likely demand in the closing weeks.
Cover Image Courtesy: Chokhi Dhani UAE/Website
FAQs
When did Chokhi Dhani Dubai first open?
The venue opened in 2022 at Al Seef, positioned as an alfresco Rajasthani-themed dining experience along the Dubai Creek waterfront.
What was Chokhi Dhani Dubai known for?
It was known for Rajasthani folk dances, live music, puppet shows, block printing and pottery demonstrations, alongside a dedicated Indian street food deck.
Are there other Chokhi Dhani outlets outside India and Dubai?
The Chokhi Dhani Group has expanded internationally beyond India and the UAE, including a themed outlet in London, as part of its wider global growth strategy.
Is Chokhi Dhani Dubai linked to the original Chokhi Dhani in India?
Yes, it is part of the Chokhi Dhani Group, which traces its roots to Jaipur, Rajasthan, and has built a hospitality legacy spanning three decades.
