Dubai’s dining scene did not take the week off. From Paris landing in Jumeirah to a Peruvian burger worth the drive to Al Quoz, here are 10 things happening in the city right now that are worth leaving the house for.
New Openings
Le Piaf — Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Paris’s legendary piano bar concept has finally touched down in Dubai — and it’s brought everything with it. Live piano performances, classic French dining, and an atmosphere that stretches well past midnight. Think red velvet, candlelight, and the feeling you’ve been transported to a Montmartre side street. If you’ve been waiting for somewhere to dress up and stay out late, this is it.
Hours: 8PM – 2AM daily
The Barrel — Vida Creek Beach, Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai Creek Harbour’s newest neighbourhood pub does exactly what a great pub should — hearty comfort food, a solid drinks menu, and a vibe that works for everything from after-work drinks to a lazy Sunday roast. There’s a pet-friendly outdoor terrace, regular DJ nights, and a family-friendly Sunday roast to round out the week. One of the more welcome additions to the Creek Harbour neighbourhood.
Hours: 12PM – 12AM daily
The Monk — Business Bay (New Branch)
The beloved Indo-Chinese restaurant has expanded to Business Bay, and the hits are all present — Hakka noodles, hot soups, tenderloin beef and crispy chilli chicken. Almost everything on the menu comes in under Dhs100, making this one of the city’s best-value dinners right now.
Where: Majestic Tower, Business Bay
Hours: 12PM – 12AM daily
Aimé Leon Dore Pop-Up at Ounass Stage
The cult New York café concept — known from its London and LA flagships — has made its Dubai debut inside Ounass Stage. Expect specialty espresso on a custom La Marzocco Linea 2 machine, in a setting that blends coffee culture with ALD’s signature design-led aesthetic. This is a pop-up, so don’t sit on it.
Where: Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah Third
Deals & Limited Offers
Dhs10 Dishes at Couqley — June 4–14
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Couqley is dropping a surprise dish, drink or dessert from its French bistro menu every evening for just Dhs10. The catch: you only have 30 minutes to order once it’s revealed. The reward: one of the best deals in the city, inside one of its most charming rooms.
Where: Pullman Dubai Downtown
When: June 4–14
Price: Dhs10 per surprise item
Café Isan 10th Anniversary Tasting Menu — Until 31 August
Multi-award-winning Café Isan is marking a decade with a Dhs150-per-person sharing menu inspired by Chef New’s roots in Thailand’s northeastern Isan region. Highlights include gai tod khorat, hor mok seafood and yum khao tod, finishing with khanom krok coconut pancakes. Available at both JLT and JVC branches.
Price: Dhs150 per person
Until: 31 August
Watch the World Cup at Reform Social & Grill
Catch every FIFA World Cup match live on the big screen at one of Dubai’s most characterful venues. Happy hour drinks are available from Dhs37 throughout the tournament, or upgrade to the Dhs249 Match Package for two hours of unlimited drinks and pizza during selected games.
Where: The Lakes Fun Club, Dubai
Happy Hour from: Dhs37
Match Package: Dhs249
Worth Knowing About
Surf Club Summer Evening Brunch — Every Friday
Surf Club on West Beach has moved its summer reunion brunch to the air-conditioned terrace. Arrive for the sunset, enjoy Mediterranean dishes with free-flowing drinks until 8PM, then stay on for live beats until 2AM. The pasta alone justifies the drive to the Palm.
Where: Palm Jumeirah
When: Every Friday, 5PM–8PM (live music until 2AM)
From: Dhs240
New Menu at Maxzi The Good Food
The award-winning spot has launched a Peruvian-inspired new menu featuring dry spiced wings with hot honey, fire beef, and a hot honey chicken sando that’s already generating serious hype. There’s also a new food truck pop-up now running at Kite Beach, serving best sellers alongside the new dishes.
Where: Al Quoz (daily 8:30AM–12AM) and Kite Beach (Mon–Thu 10AM–10PM, Fri–Sun 10AM–12AM)
From: Dhs240
Viral Dessert Stand at Coffeemania — Dubai Hills
Coffeemania at Dubai Hills is serving a three-tier pastry stand stacked with honey cake, baloo and eclairs. Share it, or don’t — no judgement. At Dhs130, it’s one of the most talked-about things in the city right now, and for once the hype is justified.
Where: Dubai Hills Mall
Hours: Daily 8AM–12AM
Price: Dhs130
