Dubai is home to some of the best fine dining in the world, and there’s no better way to experience it than through a tasting menu
These carefully designed journeys allow chefs to showcase their creativity while giving diners the chance to enjoy a variety of flavours in one sitting. From Michelin-starred restaurants to intimate chef-led experiences, the city offers tasting menus for every food lover.
Here are some of the most impressive tasting menus in Dubai to add to your list.
Savryn
The experience is shaped by Chef Shehab Medhat, and you feel his creativity from the first bite. The menu travels across Africa – Egypt, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, South Africa, with each dish arriving alongside a short story card and an explanation from the chef himself. The 10-course tasting menu, designed for sharing, foodie conversations and discovery. Standouts include the salmon tartare with Somali xawaash, the playful “Foie Gras Who?” chicken liver mousse, and the outstanding Ostrich Sambousek, crisp on the outside with deeply flavoured meat inside. Mains continue the journey, from slow-cooked Golden Ribs inspired by Zanzibar spice routes to Te Oyoo Ten, where lamb, corn polenta, plantain and Ghanaian shito come together perfectly. Desserts are just as creative, especially the tomato finale that looks one way and tastes entirely another.
Where: Wasl Vita Mall, Jumeirah 1
When: Wednesday to Monday, 6.30pm to 11.45pm
Cost: The 10-course tasting menu is priced at Dhs465 per person.
Contact: (050) 122 1193
Loona
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Loona brings modern Italian flair to Downtown Dubai. Their 12-course tasting menu, Loona Russa, begins with a selection of refreshing fruit drinks and blends Italian tradition with Russian ingredients. It features wagyu, king crab, scallops with black caviar, and chorizo caviar pizza. Some courses arrive with fire or ice smoke, and the dessert is made with their own Dubai chocolate, making it not just a meal but a full dining experience.
Where: Loona, Vida Residence Downtown, Burj Khalifa Blvd, Downtown Dubai
When: Daily, 3pm to 9pm
Cost: From Dhs485 per person, wine pairing available
Contact: (058) 850 2200
FZN by Björn Frantzén
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FZN is the Dubai branch of the award-winning Frantzén from Stockholm. The restaurant serves a nine-course tasting menu where Nordic cooking meets Japanese flavours. The space is very small with only 27 seats, 13 of which are around the open kitchen, so you can watch the chefs at work and enjoy a very personal dining experience. The menu includes dishes such as duck with yuzu and foie gras and turbot with cured wagyu. Guests can select from different drink pairings or explore the wine cellar themselves.
Where: FZN by Björn Frantzén, Atlantis The Palm, The Palm Jumeirah
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 7pm to 1am
Cost: From Dhs2,000 per person, wine pairing available
Contact: (050) 107 6322
Trèsind Studio
Tresind Studio
Trèsind Studio brings a contemporary twist to Indian cuisine in a small and private setting on The Palm. Led by chef Himanshu Saini since 2022, it has just 20 seats, making each visit a personal and attentive experience. The dining space is designed so all guests can watch the chefs in action. Every dish is carefully crafted with precision, producing striking presentations and bold flavours. Trèsind Studio is also the first Indian restaurant in the world to be awarded three Michelin stars, making its tasting menu a must-try in Dubai.
Where: Trèsind Studio, St Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah
When: Daily 6pm to 10pm
Cost: Dhs1,350 per person
Contact: (058) 895 1272
Ossiano
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Ossiano is a Michelin-starred restaurant offering a 10-course tasting menu focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the sea. Each dish is carefully prepared to highlight natural flavours and sustainable produce. The restaurant is set next to a large aquarium, allowing diners to watch fish, sharks and other sea creatures swim past while enjoying their meal.
Where: Ossiano, Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
When: Daily 6pm to 11pm
Cost: Dhs1,250 per person
Contact: (04) 426 0770
TakaHisa
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TakaHisa is a high-end Japanese restaurant specialising in an omakase tasting menu ranging from nine, 10 to 12 courses. It features premium ingredients from Japan, including A5 Kobe beef and expertly prepared sushi, making it a top choice for fans of these flavours. The restaurant is run by chefs Takashi Manekata, known for his sushi skills, and Hisao Ueda, a wagyu expert. Every course is carefully crafted to highlight the quality of the ingredients and provide an exceptional dining experience.
Where: TakaHisa, Banyan Tree, Bluewater Island
When: Daily 6pm to 11pm
Cost: From Dhs1,500 per person
Contact: (04) 556 6688
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