Dubai is a city that knows no limits when it comes to luxurious experiences, and its culinary scene is no exception. Home to world-renowned chefs, diverse cuisines, and impeccable dining experiences, this glittering metropolis boasts a range of Michelin-starred restaurants offering unforgettable gourmet journeys. Whether you are a fan of Middle Eastern flavours or crave Asian or European cuisine, here are 10 of the finest Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai you should not miss on your next visit.
Il Ristorante – Niko Romito
Situated at the high-end Bulgari Resort Hotel is Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, a stylish two-Michelin-starred Italian restaurant that boasts a sleek, contemporary interior and impressive cocktail bar, extending an intimate and romantic setting for diners. The restaurant is led by renowned chef Niko Romito and resident chef Giacomo Amicucci, who both cook up sophisticated, modern Italian dishes with precision using the finest ingredients flown in from Italy. The degustation menu is definitely the highlight here as it showcases the chefs’ culinary vision through a journey of flavours and ingredients.
Bulgari Resort Dubai Hotel, Jumeirah Bay Island, Jumeirah 2, Dubai
Ossiano
For a dining experience like no other, the one-Michelin-starred Ossiano at Atlantis The Palm has a stunning underwater setting whereby guests can dine while being encapsulated by a vast aquarium with 65,000 majestic marine animals swimming around them. The restaurant’s famed chef Grégoire Berger takes on an avant-garde approach to seafood dishes, utilising French techniques and inspired by his childhood memories, travels, and expertise, with most of the dishes finished off at the table with a little bit of theatrics for added fun. It is easily Dubai’s most unique dining venue and for a more wholesome dining experience, the restaurant’s tasting menus are recommended.
Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeriah, Dubai
Hakkasan
Hakkasan is no stranger to the world for its sophisticated take on Cantonese cuisine, and the one-Michelin-starred Dubai outpost of this internationally growing brand has all the components one would need for a memorable night out. Dimly lit with various seating options, such as the booths for a little added privacy or at the back-lit blue bar, you will find all the Hakkasan classics here as well as a few Dubai-exclusive dishes, comprising standout offerings like the Crispy Duck Salad, Lychee Lobster with Yuzu Pearl, and Assam Seafood Toban.
Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeriah, Dubai
STAY by Yannick Alléno
Experience French culinary excellence at its finest at STAY by Yannick Alléno, located at the opulent One&Only The Palm. Helmed by the celebrated namesake Michelin-starred chef, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant extends an imaginative and intriguing menu combining French tradition with modern culinary advances. Do not miss signature dishes like the Black Truffle & Scallop Risotto, as well as the dramatic Pastry Library as part of your dining experience, whereby the restaurant’s full selection of desserts are on display.
One&Only The Palm Hotel, West Crescent Road, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Trèsind Studio
Pushing the boundaries of Indian cuisine, Trèsind Studio is led by chef Himanshu Saini and offers an immersive tasting menu that takes guests on a journey through modern Indian gastronomy. Traditional flavours are reimagined with cutting-edge techniques, creating dishes that are as visually striking as they are impactful on the palate. Expect dishes like Kashmiri morels with almond milk, and the classic biryani reinvented with finesse, coupled with a sprinkling of theatre for some entertainment.
St. Regis Gardens, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Armani/Ristorante
Located in none other than the iconic Burj Khalifa, the elegant one-Michelin-starred Armani/Ristorante is a beacon of contemporary Italian fine dining where diners can savour the art of cooking interpreted in the style of Giorgio Armani. The restaurant, led by chef Giovanni Papi, brings to life the essence of Italy through the finest ingredients, exquisite flavour combinations, and contemporary presentation that not only excites the palate but leaves diners wanting more. A must-try is the Green Planet Risotto which is made with a 10-herb pesto and Sicilian red prawns.
Burj Khalifa, 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai
Torno Subito
Celebrated Italian chef and restauranteur Massimo Bottura brings his playful interpretation of Italian cuisine to Dubai at Torno Subito, located in the vibrant W Dubai – The Palm. The bright, funky, retro-chic ambiance of the restaurant transports guests to Italy’s Riviera in the 1960s, while the menu, infused with Michelin-starred creativity, offers dishes that range from whimsical pizzas to Bottura’s famed Tagliatelle al Ragù. Whether you choose to experience a tasting menu or order à la carte, do not forget to cap off your meal with a serving of Tiramusubito!
W Dubai Hotel, The Palm, West Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Al Muntaha
Perched on the 27th floor of the architectural masterpiece Burj Al Arab, Al Muntaha offers both breathtaking views and Michelin-starred French-Mediterranean cuisine. Under the direction of acclaimed chef Saverio Sbaragli, the restaurant presents refined dishes such as lobster ravioli and wagyu beef with caviar, all prepared with top quality ingredients and cooked with precision to bring to you modern dishes comprising bold flavours and playful textures that make for an unforgettable evening.
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai
Moonrise
Imagine experiencing an omakase menu like no other whereby the focus lies on an ingenious combination of Middle Eastern and Japanese cuisine. Led my chef Solemann Haddad who is mostly self-taught, Moonrise brings to the table high-quality Middle Eastern ingredients and flavours through the innovative use of Japanese notes and techniques. Be sure to make a reservation as the restaurant only sits 12 per session so you can enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience to its fullest, where every dish is cleverly conceived and thoughtfully constructed.
Eden House, 41 Street, Al Satwa, Dubai
11 Woodfire
Chef and restauranteur Akmal Anuar converted a villa into a woodfire restaurant with a huge open kitchen and grill, serving up vegetables, seafood, and meat grilled to perfection over oak, hay, and hickory, with each one imparting distinct flavour. Simple yet absolutely bold in flavour and beautifully charred, the chef applies a back-to-basics approach so as not to alter the integrity of the ingredients, but to brilliantly elevate them using the power of the flame.
Villa 11, 75B Street, Jumeirah 1, Dubai
Featured image: Ossiano
