Take a bite out of the city’s hottest new openings
Looking to dine out in Dubai this May? From hidden wine bars to waterfront cafes and sizzling international imports, these are the best new restaurants to try this month.
Ramen Hisa
From the team behind TakaHisa comes Ramen Hisa, a speciality ramen restaurant opening in Downtown on May 7. Ideally situated for a pre-theatre meal next to Dubai Opera, Ramen Hisa is all about putting quality and depth into one of Japan’s best-loved comfort foods. Elevating the experience, high-quality ingredients are selected from across Japan, while all noodles are made in-house, and dashi and soups use carefully selected ingredients to pack flavour into every mouthful..
What: Ramen Hisa
Where: Plaza Unit #6, Dubai Opera
Visit: @ramenhisa
Siena
Born in Paris in 2023, Siena brings Tuscan charm laced with French glamour to DIFC. The hottest new ticket in town, at Siena guests are invited to experience the heart of Italy through refined dishes like linguine all’astice, Siena rigatoni, and the classic Tiramisu. Designed as a perfectly chic backdrop for leisurely lunches, business meetings, date night dinners or after-hours cocktails, it’s an elegant ode to the Italian palazzo.
What: Siena Dubai
Where: Gate Village Building 7, DIFC
Visit: @sienarestaurant.dubai
Cafe du Port
A breezy spot for alfresco breakfasts, leisurely lunches or getting your steps in with a coffee to go, the new Café du Port at Dubai Harbour celebrates the little joys: the ritualistic beauty of good coffee and perfectly made pastries. The menu offers a tempting selection for breakfast and light lunch, featuring croissants, Greek yoghurt and açaí bowls, eggs, an array of sweet and savoury crepes, panini sandwiches, and a full range of hydrating and refreshing drinks.
What: Café du Port
Where: Dubai Harbour
Visit: @cafe.du.port
VNTG
A cosy new wine bar is the latest culinary offering at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai. A relaxed, enoteca-inspired social space, VNTG offers an alternative to the traditional wine bar experience in Dubai. The experience brings together a thoughtfully curated, ever-evolving wine selection with over 350 labels to explore, including more than 55 wines available by the glass. It’s paired with a menu of thoughtful sharing dishes masterminded by chef Tom Allen.
What: VNTG
Where: JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai
Visit: @vntg.dubai
Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen
New to the Hyatt Place Dubai Jumeirah is Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen, an understatedly grand restaurant rooted in heritage and craftsmanship that celebrates Rajasthan’s rich cultural and culinary traditions. Inspired by the palaces and forts of Jodhpur, fondly referred to as the ‘Blue City,’ it is a modern celebration of centuries-old royal hospitality. Meals unfold against the backdrop of rich blue hues, arched forms and bold paintings handpicked for the space, while guests can delight in a menu that offers a refined take on Marwari cuisine, with a focus on regional specialities.
What: Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen
Where: Hyatt Place Dubai Jumeirah
Visit: @jodhpurdxb
TANSŌ
A self-described ‘chef-led dining gallery,’ TANSŌ transforms a Jumeirah villa into the city’s newest Japanese dining experience. Inside a high-contrast dining room of bold colour, raw textures and art, guests can discover a dining experience rooted in discipline and precision. The unlicensed eatery promises a premium-casual format, with the option to go a la carte to sample dishes like hamachi apple and A5 Wagyu striploin ishiyaki, or explore seasonal options from Daichi Volume 01, six dishes that celebrate local ingredients.
What: TANSŌ
Where: Jumeirah 1
Visit: @tansodubai
Coming soon
Sutēki
The dining options at Dubai Harbour just keep getting better. Joining new arrivals, including Son of a Fish, Iris Harbour and Cafe du Port on the Bar du Port side of Dubai Harbour this week is Sutēki. Opening on May 6, Sutēki is where Dubai energy meets Tokyo soul. It’s designed like a gallery, runs like a supper club, and serves Wagyu only, inviting guests to enjoy buttery cuts of meat in an immersive, sultry space.
What: Sutēki
Where: Dubai Harbour
Visit: @sutekidubai
Hey Tiger
From the team that brought us Brass Monkey, the entertainment bar that packs a punch with bowling, retro arcade games and crowd-pleasing pub grub, comes Hey Tiger. A self-described modern Asian social house and local bar bringing chilled out vibes and good times to Motor City Club House, it’s set to be a welcome addition to the Motor City social scene when it opens later this month.
What: Hey Tiger
Where: Motor City Club House
Visit: @heytigerdubai
L’Abysse Dubai
Acclaimed chef Yannick Alléno is already behind the culinary creations at One&Only The Palm’s two Michelin Star restaurant Stay, as well as 101 and Zest. But he adds another culinary string to his bow with the forthcoming arrival of L’Abysse. A contemporary interpretation of sushi, where French culinary expression meets Japanese tradition, this intimate dining experience is already Michelin-lauded in Paris and the 34-seater gastronomic experience is set to bring similar wow-factor to Dubai.
What: L’Aybsse Dubai
Where: One&Only The Palm
Visit: @labysse_dubai
