10 of the best restaurants in Dubai to visit right now

At Avatara Restaurant in Trade Centre, you can experience MICHELIN Star, all-vegetarian dining at its finest. The soulful degustation menu serves up creative plant-based cuisine with an Indian kick, delivering a unique experience for the tastebuds. Chef Rahul Rana focuses on the very best of all organic, local and seasonal produce, breaking barriers and showcasing vegetarian food without limits. Try the jackfruit momo with sea buckthorn thukpa or the horsegram curry with jakhiya aloo to see what the fuss is about. The relaxed, elegant atmosphere is perfect for an intimate date night or special celebration.

Part of the worldwide renowned Marriott group and housed high up on the 68th floor of the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Prime 68 brings you a panoramic view of the city. With a focus on premium steak from sustainable farms, the menu does not disappoint. One of the best family restaurants in Dubai, yet elegant, this beautiful spot is a must-visit. Try the juicy chateaubriand to share for date night or treat yourself to a prime rib-eye cooked the way you like it and seasoned to perfection. Relax in the sleek, modern dining space and be sure to grab a window seat.

In the heart of the International Financial Centre of Dubai (DIFC) Amazónico takes inspiration from the Amazon’s cultural and culinary traditions to create a vibrant, varied menu. Taste the flavours of Latin America, the Mediterranean and Asia, served with a distinct Amazonian flair, without ever leaving the UAE. Try dishes like Kristal caviar and Mexican-style sea bass ceviche to start, followed by Spanish red prawns with sea salt, or grass-fed rack of lamb from New Zealand with salsa verde and black truffle. From the roof terrace with awe-inspiring views to the signature ‘‘electro-pical’ lounge with live DJs spinning tunes while you dine, make the most of your evening at Amazónico. And if you ever visit London, you can find in Mayfair its sister restaurant, Amazónico London.

Innovative Indian fine dining at its best, with more awards than you can shake a stick at, Tresind Dubai in Soufouh offers one of the best dining experiences in Dubai. Imagine a tasting menu including lobster curry and duck ghee roast, followed by fluffy paan cotton candy, all while embraced within a dynamic and sensually curated eating environment. Golden lighting, leafy trees and floral decor immerse you in a sensory dining experience.A MICHELIN Guide Selected, 18th MENA 50 Best Restaurants award, a Gault and Millau UAE Toque and plenty of delighted diners just can’t be wrong.

The internationally renowned Akira Back – W Dubai The Palm at W Dubai The Palm in Palm Jumeirah brings you contemporary Japanese food fuelled with adrenaline and coupled with some of the best views in the city. As one of the best restaurants in Dubai, this is an experience not to be missed. The eclectic flavours range from the umami aromas of the ab tuna pizza to the sweet scents of the yellowtail sashimi. Artisanal, seasonally sourced ingredients complement the funky interior and exquisite views.

Experience the classic European brasserie in the heat of the UAE, with a visit to Mina Brasserie, part of the Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre in DIFC. The dynamic and bustling environment is open indoors and out from midday until late evening, with lush greenery and luxurious gold touches abounding. Allow award-winning chef Micheal Mina to serve you some tuna tartare with garlic and pine nuts. Share a luxurious seafood tower for dinner, or pop in for brunch and enjoy avocado sourdough with pumpkin seeds, feta cheese and your choice of egg or salmon.

The Trade Centre of Dubai has way more to offer than just great business space – you can also visit Level 43 Sky Lounge for one of the best rooftop restaurants in Dubai. The ideal location to relax with a drink expertly prepared by one of the professional in-house mixologists serving creative cocktails and mocktails, and nibbles from the delectable bar snacks menu. Gourmet bar nibbles include bento boxes with prime sashimi, served in a laid-back and revitalising environment with premium cityscape views.

Fun, inventive, and with multiple awards to back up its confidence, Jun’s in Downtown Dubai is the place to be when you have something to celebrate. Or even when you don’t – just head on down and toast with creative cocktails, great food and great company in a vibrant and buzzing environment. Views of the Burj Khalifa mean you’ll always have something to talk about, while menu items, such as the red-hot chicken karaage with waffles and the wagyu ribeye with broccoli noodles, from MICHELIN Guide chef Kelvin Cheung, mean you won’t need anything to talk about, as your mouth will always be full.

One of the best rooftop restaurants in Dubai has to be CouCou Dubai – iconic views in one of the most popular areas of the city, combined with a menu packed with French-inspired delicacies. Think milk-fed lamb cutlets with feta and aubergine, or truffle tuna tartare with yuzu. Now imagine eating that while gazing out over the Dubai skyline, or finishing up with an evening of cocktails, dancing and award-winning entertainment, and you have the CouCou down to a tee.

Just off Jumeirah Beach at Jumeirah 2 you will find Shai Salon at the Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. The perfect spot for afternoon tea for a traditional English afternoon tea, with lemon and thyme brioche and a strawberry and basil cheesecake just a few of the delicacies on offer. Or for something more local, try the shisha, while listening to the harpist or pianist playing live every evening.