Dubai
DUBAI - BEST RESTAURANTS & HIPPEST NIGHT CLUBS
Introduction
In between the champagne colored dunes and the sparkling "Arabian Gulf" lies a tax-free oasis of futuristic skyscrapers and basically, whatever the heart desires. Dubai boasts the finest hotels, like Atlantis - The Palm or Burj al Arab most exclusive spas, mega malls to bankrupt you and the best activities for adrenaline junkies like amazing golf courses with the most popular on the Al Ruwaya Golf course. Jet in between November and April - it's a much cooler melting pot. The Manhattan of the Middle East will definitely entertain with its bling-bling open-air and vip clubs from dust to dawn. All the big chefs came to this "Disneyland" to pamper all the gourmands of this world. Gordon Ramsey with its restaurant Verre, Rhodes' Mezzanine, Pierre Gagnaire's Reflets par Pierre Gagnaire, Giorgio Locatelli's Ronda Locatelli and not to forget the fashion world's King Roberto Cavalli opened in Mai 2009 his Cavalli Lounge; come in and play the game.
Cool Restaurants
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With WORLD TOP 7 you can now eat like a local.
BICE
Real world in fake Dubai: Superb Italian dishes in this award winning eatery in the "Hilton Jumeirah Hotel"; art deco design; relaxed atmosphere a bit like the "CIPRIANI" restaurant; upscale U.A.E. crowd; great piano player from Somalia - plays the favorite tunes since ten years every night (except during Ramadan)
BUDDHA BAR
Fancy thai / japanese
Address: Grosvenor House Hotel, Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Area: Dubai Marina
Web: http://www.grosvenorhouse.lemeridien.com
Phone: +971 4 345 5995
Prices: Entrée & main course: DHS 500.-
Famous "BUDDHA BAR" (Paris origin) has opened in the posh Grosvenor House hotel; A giant Buddha sits centrally in the stunning main room, red-lit with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Dubai Marina; DJ plays lounge beats known from the Buddha Bar music series; very impressive sound system; the venue includes a Vietnamese lounge, sushi bar and Japanese private rooms; frequented by a mixed-age, international crowd; see and be seen; open Sunday to Wednesday 7pm to 2am, Thursday and Friday 7pm to 3am; closed Saturday
EAUZONE
Located in the Arabian court of celebrities' favorite hotel "One & Only Mirage Hotel"; located just beside the pool; it's probably the most romantic restaurant in Dubai; after dinner have a drink at the "ROOFTOP BAR"
EDGE, THE
Daily new menu
Address: The Gate Precinct, Building 6, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Area: DIFC
Web: http://www.theedge.ae/
Phone: +971 4 363 7770
Prices: Entrée & main course: starting at DHS 600.-
Dining by appointment? Yes, here it's possible; located in DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) the two-story restaurant & lounge with warehouse vibe "THE EDGE" is one of the most unique dining experiences you can find in Dubai; loved by the royal family and with a daily changing menu depending on what’s fresh on the market; the guests can choose from six courses at DHS 600.-, eight courses at DHS 800.- or they can go for the special chef’s menu at DHS 1'200.-; open from Sunday - Thursday; please note bookings are essential!
PIERCHIC
Seafood
Address: Al Qasr Hotel Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Area: Jumeirah
Web: http://www.madinatjumeirah.com/
Phone: +971 4 366 8888
Prices: Entrée & main course: DHS 250.-
Located in a wooden house inspired by a traditional Emirati home; terrace with spectacular views on "Persian Gulf" and the "Palm Jumeirah Island"; try the "seared scallops in crispy pancetta"
TEATRO
Trendy but romantic eatery; chilled atmosphere; very popular with the local expats; book a window seat for skyscraper views
ZUMA (Dubai)
This trendy Japanese restaurant is "the" perfect place to dine with friends, business partners or a date; try to get a table upstairs in the lounge; great bar to have a drink before and/or after the dinner; also try the other hot and trendy Japanese restaurant & lounge at the Monarch hotel called "OKKU" (+971 4 501 8777, http://www.okkudubai.com/)
* This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm opening hours, dress code and pets policy directly with the restaurant before planning your trip.