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From Syrian Cuisine To Bombay Classics: 7 New Restaurants To Try In Dubai This November

Explore the city's newest dining destinations, featuring exciting menus, global flavours and plenty of delicious reasons to eat out.

by Priyanka Fernandes
From Syrian Cuisine To Bombay Classics: 7 New Restaurants To Try In Dubai This November
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Your next favourite dining spot might be among Dubai’s newest openings! This November, the city welcomes a mix of restaurants and cafes celebrating everything from traditional Lebanese specialities to Bombay classics and coastal seafood. There are also gourmet burgers, freshly baked pastries and warm crumble desserts topped with generous helpings of custard. Check out these seven new restaurants making their mark on Dubai’s dining scene.

New Restaurants In Dubai This November

1. Fisherman’s Hub 

Seafood lovers and sports fans have a new hangout in Al Qusais, with Fisherman’s Hub opening its latest outlet in Dubai. Known for its lively sports-bar atmosphere, the multi-cuisine restaurant serves an extensive menu featuring coastal seafood favourites, Indo-Chinese classics and crowd-pleasing appetisers. Expect everything from Mangalorean-style fish preparations, prawn gassi and crab sukka to golden fried prawns, fish and chips, Schezwan noodles and Thai curries. Catch live sports screenings with your crew, enjoy happy-hour deals and settle in for a flavour-packed meal in a relaxed setting.

Where: Time Grand Plaza Hotel – Damascus Street – Al Qusais – Al Twar 5 – Dubai
When: 11 am to 3 am⁠ daily  

2. Em Sherif Jumeirah

A new spot for Lebanese food lovers, Em Sherif Cafe has opened its doors in Jumeirah, serving familiar flavours rooted in the country’s culinary traditions. The all-day dining destination pairs comforting recipes with a contemporary cafe setting, making it a lovely spot for leisurely meals. Enjoy Lebanese favourites such as tabbouleh, hummus with pine nuts, mloukhiye bel zeit, and shrimp in red chilli sauce. Charcoal-grilled meats and chicken msakhan also add plenty of variety to the spread.

Where: Al Wasl Rd – Jumeirah Third – Jumeirah – Dubai
When: 12 pm to 12 am daily

3. Saltbae Steak & Burger

Celebrity chef and restaurateur Nusret Gökçe, popularly known as Salt Bae, has brought his famous steak and burger concept to The Dubai Mall. The restaurant pairs premium cuts of meat with an extensive selection of gourmet burgers, all served with the chef’s famous theatrical presentation. Meat lovers can tuck into Wagyu Lokum, Australian Angus steaks and the indulgent 9+ Wagyu Golden Tomahawk, finished with 24K edible gold. The burger selection includes the Saltbae Burger, Lokum Burger and Gold Burger, while Pistachio Baklava and San Sebastian Cheesecake offer a sweet finish.

Where: Dubai Mall – Financial Ctr St – Burj Khalifa – Downtown Dubai – Dubai
When: Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 12 am and Friday to Sunday from 10 am to 1 am

4. Panmi Coffee Shop

Panmi Coffee Shop at Dubai Hills Mall is a must-visit for freshly baked treats, delicious breakfast plates, and great coffee. The cafe bakes small batches throughout the day, so arrive early to enjoy the selection and watch the bakers at work. The menu features all-day breakfast favourites like Turkish Eggs and Shakshouka on Toast, plus indulgent options like Medovik Toast and Chocolate Cloud Bread.

Where: Dubai Hills Estate – Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid – Dubai
When: 7 am to 8 pm daily

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5. Naranj Cafe

 

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Naranj Cafe, a famous Syrian-Levantine restaurant, has opened at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Jadaf, bringing the flavours of Syria to Dubai. Inspired by traditional home cooking, it offers family recipes, popular mezze, and charcoal-grilled meats in a modern setting with indoor and outdoor seating. The menu features Kebbeh Labanieh, Borghol Be Dfin, Kebab Khashkhash, and the Naranj Mix Grill Daffat, alongside desserts like Baklava Cheesecake and Kunafa Cannoli Rolls. It also includes kids’ options, and the venue features a live kitchen, a separate bar, and an outdoor terrace for drinks and shisha.

Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Al Jadaf – Dubai
When: 12:30 pm to 3 am daily

6. Crumbld Jumeirah  

Dubai has a new spot for anyone with a serious sweet tooth! Crumbld UAE has opened its own outlet, serving up warm, freshly baked crumble topped with generous helpings of custard, cream and delicious add-ons. After winning hearts through a limited-time collaboration with Pickl, the brand is now giving dessert lovers a chance to enjoy its full menu, featuring indulgent creations like The OG, Oreo Obsession, Biscoff Overload and Strawberries & Cream. Pick your favourite, add a fruit base or skip it altogether, and finish with vanilla bean custard, Lotus Biscoff custard, or a generous swirl of whipped cream.

Where: No. 10 Lounge, Ground Floor, 834 Jumeirah Street, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
When: 5 pm to 2 am⁠ daily

7. Mohalla Canteen

 

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Mohalla Canteen brings the flavours of Bombay and Gujarat to Dubai, inspired by bustling street stalls and old Irani cafes. The menu offers favourites like bun maska, cutting chai, dal samosas, vada pav, and kheema rolls, along with hearty dishes such as mutton khichda and Bohra white biryani. Traditional desserts like rabdi malpua and lagan nu custard round out the offerings. The canteen also features a special Sunday thaal, inspired by Bohra dining traditions, inviting everyone to share a meal.

Where: 4 7A St – Al Nahda Second – Al Nahda – Dubai
When: 8 am to 11:45 pm⁠ daily  

Save this list of new restaurants in Dubai and add these exciting openings to your November dining plans.

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FAQs

Which restaurant offers a traditional Bohra Sunday thaal?

Mohalla Canteen in Al Nahda serves a special Sunday thaal inspired by Bohra culinary traditions.

Which new restaurant serves Syrian cuisine in Dubai?

Naranj Cafe serves Syrian-Levantine dishes, including Kebbeh Labanieh, Kebab Khashkhash and Naranj Mix Grill Daffat.

Priyanka Fernandes | Freelance Content Writer

Priyanka Fernandes is a Middle East Content Writer with expertise in food, travel, pop culture and social media. She holds a B.A. in History and manages social media for her two restaurants in Goa. A true-crime binge-watcher and full-time mom, she’s powered by stories, good food and school-run chaos—with a dream of one day writing a movie or series of her own.

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First Published: November 10, 2026 3:46 PM