The year 2023 saw many new restaurants open in Dubai. While some of these serve Indian cuisine, there are others that serve Italian food. And so, we have curated a list of some of the best new restaurants that have caught our attention. Each of these places is unique in its own way, and so, take a look at the top 10 names according to us.
10 New Dubai Restaurants Opened In 2023
1. Tiffany & Co. Blue Box Café
One of the most sought-after places that recently opened in Dubai, this is a concept eatery that has made its way all the way from New York City. With a 38-seater dining area, the restaurant is decked in glorious blue hues, with the centrepiece being a chandelier that comprises suspended iconic Tiffany Blue Boxes. Making for the perfect backdrop to your Instagram-worthy photos, the menu gives a French-inspired approach to classic New York dishes.
Where: Dubai Mall – 2 Financial Center Rd – Downtown Dubai – Dubai
When: 10 am to 12 am
Cost for two: AED370
2. Row On 45
Located at Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, this restaurant seats only 22 people at a time. Created by the famous British chef, Jason Atherton, the restaurant offers a majestic 17-course haute cuisine menu. Each of these is presented in three acts, which include The Finest Welcome, The Pinnacle, and The Grand Finale. Additionally, the name is derived from the idea of Refinement Of Work, which is shortened to ROW.
Where: Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Tower Two, Level 45, Al Emreef Street, Dubai Marina
When: 7 pm to 1 am
Cost per person: Starting at AED1245
3. Signor Sassi
Located at the St Regis Gardens, this is one of the most renowned restaurants in London and it finally opened its doors in Dubai this year. Combining tradition with modernity, each of the dishes served here is nothing short of fantastic. Not to mention, the vibe of the restaurant is unparalleled and complete with a menu filled with drool-worthy dishes. So, it’s bound to be something you need to check out.
Where: St. Regis Gardens Palm, Nakheel Mall Rooftop, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
When: 10 am to 10 pm
Cost for two: AED495
4. XU
A restaurant at the Kempinski Hotel, XU is inspired by the Canton area of China. Yes, serving only dinner, this restaurant offers diners a culinary escapade that takes them on a journey to this beautiful region in China. Complete with charcoal-grilled meat and a toothsome selection of dim sums, the menu truly offers something for everyone.
Where: Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, Dubai
When: 6 pm to 3 am
Cost for two: AED530
5. Atrangi
A restaurant by Indian chef Ritu Dalmia, this is a new Indian restaurant. Open at Jumeirah Al Qasr, this restaurant is lavishly decorated and boasts wide windows that offer a blissful view of the serene waterfront. Not to mention, the menu comprises delectable Indian dishes that aren’t just homely but innovative as well.
Where: Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
When: 12 pm to 3 pm & 7 pm to 11:30 pm
Cost for two: AED250
6. Pahadi
Another new concept restaurant that opened in Dubai happens to be Pahadi. Just as the name suggests, this vibrant eatery takes its guests on a culinary journey of the mountains in India. Offering a variety of toothsome dishes, the menu is replete with delectable offerings and the restaurant itself has a decor that makes you feel like you are transported to a mountain lodge.
Where: Majestic Premier Hotel, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Rd, Bur Dubai, Al Hamriya, Dubai
When: 5 pm to 4 am
Cost for two: On request
7. Eugène Eugène
If you are on the lookout for garden-inspired venues, then Eugène Eugène in Dubai has to be on your list. Located inside the Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, this sanctuary is a modern brasserie that offers a relaxed atmosphere. With a range of drool-worthy dishes on offer, the eatery is certainly a great place to visit on a date.
Where: Second floor, Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
When: 12 pm to 12 am
Cost for two: AED345
8. The Guild
While it’s not a restaurant itself, but it is going to be home to five concepts, which include The Nurseries, The Potting Shed, The Rockpool, The Salon, and The Aviary. Besides them, a smaller slew of spaces, like a pastry boutique or a bubbly room, will also be featuring you. And currently, The Rockpool, which serves delectable seafood and The Salon, which serves as a main dining room, are currently open.
Where: ICD Brookfield Place
When: 8 am to 10:30 pm
Cost for two: On request
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9. Limonata By Lucia’s
The next place on this eatery is certainly something you need to check out if you are in the mood to get a slice of Italy in Dubai. Offering plenty of delicious dishes, the menu comprises some pretty lip-smacking options. However, it’s the vibrant outdoor seating area that has caught our eye. Located at Club Vista Mare on Palm Jumeirah, the eatery is inspired by 1960s Italy. So while you are here, don’t forget to click some Instagrammable pictures.
Where: Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah
When: 12 noon to 2 am
Cost for two: On request
10. KRASOTA Dubai
An immersive theatrical dining experience, this is a popular dining destination in Dubai that opened this year. Located at Address Downtown Hotel, the eatery offers a significant combination of visual art, haute cuisine, and advanced technology. As a result, it creates a unique dining experience! It should be noted that this restaurant is an immersive project, and it aims to collide the best of visual fine arts with fine dining.
Where: Address Downtown Hotel, Downtown Dubai
When: 3 pm, 6 pm & 9 pm
Cost per person: Starting at AED1,830
So, go ahead and check out all of these places before the year 2023 ends!
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