Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Dubai

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Dubai? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Tong Thai

4.9

4.9 (220)

AED 185 and over

Thai

Business Bay

About the restaurant

Thailand's rich culinary history is on full display at Tong Thai restaurant, which is open daily for dinner. Savor flavorful Thai classics including Tom Yung soup and Pad Thai, as well as refreshing beverages.

Top review

tsai

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

The food was very good and the service was amazing! The waitresses were very attentive and made the experience very enjoyable for us. It was my friends birthday and they really went all out to make it special for her

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Experience

Sunset Specials at Tong Thai

Avatara Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (108)

AED 185 and over

Vegetarian

Dubai Hills

About the restaurant

Dubai’s first and only all-vegetarian degustation fine dining experience. Also caters to vegan and gluten-free diets on request.
The menu is inspired by humble seasonal ingredients, that are pure, clean, natural, and energy-containing. The cuisine uses fresh produce and dairy products from local farms. The restaurant is driven by the culinary maestro, Chef Rahul Rana, who has a rich background in curating vegetarian and patisserie concepts in culinary arts. The menu at AVATARA will showcase a modern avatar of the techniques, philosophy, and story of soulful Indian food. Indian cuisine was originally predominantly vegetarian. However, the perceptions around vegetarian food have been that of limitations. The idea is to break through these perceptions and curate a unique vegetarian fine dining experience.

Cancellation & refund:
If Cancelled
48 hours before dinner – full refund
within 48 hours of dinner – 50% refund
within 24 hours of dinner – No refund

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SamVIP

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best restaurants we have been to. And a Michelin rated vegetarian Indian restaurant! Innovative use of ingredients, brilliant presentation, attentive service.

Akira Back - W Dubai The Palm

4.7

4.7 (200)

AED 185 and over

Creative Japanese

Palm Jumeirah

About the restaurant

Internationally renowned, Chef Akira Back, brings you his take on adrenaline-fueled Japanese cuisine prepared with Korean and International flavors.

Derived from seasonal produce and artisanal sourced ingredients, taste the eclectic Japanese flavors while enjoying stunning views of the Dubai skyline.

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RezaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The food was outstanding as always. Great service with beautiful views

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Experience

VIP SKY VIEW LOUNGE

Experience

Batafurai - Ladies Night

Experience

Batafurai - Ladies Night (beverages only)

Beefbar Dubai

4.7

4.7 (4)

AED 185 and over

Global, International

Jumeirah 3

About the restaurant

Nestled along the famous Turtle Lagoon and luxurious surroundings, Beefbar is back in Dubai to enhance the culinary scene. Live the Beefbar experience with perfectly cooked beef cuts and international street food to share in Jumeirah Al Naseem.

Riccardo Giraudi doesn’t do steaks the classical way. Beefbar isn’t a steakhouse, it is a luxury & cosmopolite destination in a chilled atmosphere. The menu features elevated street food such as smoked Kobe beef bao bun, Kobe & Angus shawarma with tahini, beef ribeye prosciutto & many more.

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JaborVIP

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

Nice place but noisy Friendly staff.

Trèsind Dubai

4.6

4.6 (207)

AED 185 and over

Indian

Soufouh

About the restaurant

Tresind is considered as one of the best Indian fine-dining restaurants in Dubai. Trèsind is the birthplace of “innovative Indian cuisine .” Setting the benchmark for innovative dining in Dubai, Trèsind is renowned for its progressive Indian cuisine.

A blend of the French word Très, meaning “very,” and Ind, short for Indian, Trèsind celebrates bold Indian flavors and time-honored techniques, presented through Chef Mohammad Zeeshan’s modernist lens. Since launching in 2014, Trèsind has become one of Dubai’s most lauded restaurants, recognized in the inaugural Dubai MICHELIN Guide 2022, MICHELIN Guide 2023, MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022, and has received a Toque at the Gault & Millau UAE Gala and Guide Release 2023.

Top review

Mazin

Dined 1 day ago

Abhijeet and Ritika were impeccable hosts! The food was not only delicious but also so very creative! Excellent presentation and a most memorable meal. Only the chops could be more authentic. Total experience was 10/10.

Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia

4.6

4.6 (9)

AED 185 and over

Indian

Soufouh

About the restaurant

Located in Jumeirah Al Qasr, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia is a magical dining destination serving regional Indian cuisine with a contemporary feel. Guests can look forward to a curated menu featuring some popular as well as lesser-known recipes from all across India. Haute Gourmet Co. is a Dubai-based hospitality group dedicated to providing exceptional fine dining experiences. The brand’s passion for hospitality and culinary excellence drives its delivery of unparalleled services, exquisite cuisine, and memorable events to the Middle East, India and beyond.

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE HALF BOARD FOR DINNER SERVICES.

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Astha

Dined on Dec 2, 2024

Amazing food, amazing service, beautiful boat ride, amazing view and hospitality. Only delay was in valet service

Amazónico Dubai

4.6

4.6 (74)

AED 185 and over

Latin American

DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre)

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of DIFC, Amazónico takes inspiration from the cultural diversity and gastronomic heritage of the Amazon region.

Combining a blend of tropical and Latin American cuisines our menus are not only inspired by the countries of the Amazon but the unique Asian and Mediterranean communities which inhabit them. From tropical sushi and the freshest raw seafood to carefully sourced grilled meats and ﬁsh; our chefs use both traditional and cutting-edge techniques along with seasonal and vibrant ingredients to transport you to Latin America.

Open from lunch until late, Amazónico boasts a range of exciting spaces including the vibrant and energetic Lounge, a statement cocktail bar, a buzzy restaurant and a breath-taking roof terrace. Our resident DJs spin ‘electro-pical’ music live each evening.

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Irem

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Everything was excellent! Special thanks to Mr.Mehmet ***

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Duo Gastrobar - Dubai Hills

4.6

4.6 (11)

AED 110 to AED 185

European

Dubai Hills

About the restaurant

An everyday gastronomic dining experience and casual mood. Modern European cuisine with Asian notes. MICHELIN guide Bib Gourmand 2024

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Irina

Dined on Nov 25, 2024

In my opinion this is the best restaurant in Dubai - the atmosphere is incredibly cozy, the staff is attentive and caring, and everything is top-notch

CouCou Dubai

4.5

4.5 (137)

AED 185 and over

French

Palm Jumeirah

About the restaurant

CouCou Dubai is an incredible festive rooftop, perched 52 stories high on the top floor of the Palm Tower, where you’ll also find The View at The Palm.
CouCou will offer you a Mediterranean-inspired kitchen.

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Serouj

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Great music and ambience, good food . Top notch service.

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Experience

OPULENCE - Every Monday - Dinner Party

Experience

NYE 360

BiCE Mare - Dubai

4.1

4.1 (484)

AED 185 and over

Contemporary Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

"Based in the heart of Downtown Dubai, BiCE Mare specialises in tasty fresh seafood and mouthwatering contemporary Italian flavours. The restaurant has been situated on the same spot in Souk Al Bahar since 2009, and has gone from strength-to-strength, winning accolades across the city, including 'Best Seafood Restaurant'at the 2013 BBC Good Food Awards. Popular with the well-heeled Downtown Dubai crowds, BiCE Mare offers fantastic views of The Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa." BBC Good Food

Top review

dean

Dined on Oct 26, 2024

Outstanding setting outstanding food outstanding service would definitely recommend

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Experience

Business Lunch

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