Seagrill
This newly opened European Bistro was one of the best pool-side dining spots I’ve tried in Dubai. The spot offers lunch and dinner with a large al fresco terrace. Highlights include the kale and pepper salad, mushroom fusilli pasta with goat’s cheese and truffle oil, and desserts such as creme brulee with juicy raspberries or their baked Alaska. It’s a great spot to enjoy a meal with your pool buddies after a day in the sun.
Location: Fairmont The Palm.
Timings: Sunday to Thursday from 12pm to 11.30pm, Friday and Saturday from 12pm to 12am.
At.mosphere
Why not have breakfast at the world’s highest restaurant, At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa? Choose from a selection of different menus including the Decadence Menu complete with continental dishes including an exotic fruit platter, French pastry selection, cold cuts and fine cheeses. The main course includes delicacies such as organic omelette, Scotch egg with ratatouille and braised lentils, as well as a savoury crepe with char siew chicken and seasonal mushrooms, waffles and brioche French toast. You could go for the a la carte option, if you don’t really feel like a full on brekkie.
Location: Burj Khalifa.
Cost: Decadence Menu is Dh342 per person (UAE residents can get 35 per cent discount with their Emirates ID) and a la carte dishes start from Dh69 (A la carte available with a minimum spend of Dh200 per person).
Timings: Daily, from 7am to 11am (last arrival time is 10am).
Noodle House
The Noodle House has launched a limited-edition summer menu inspired by South Korea. Renowned for its numerous street food markets, BBQ and range of unique traditional dishes, including kimchi rice, South Korea is a foodie’s paradise. And now, as part of its gastronomy tour, The Noodle House is introducing a Seoul Food menu featuring bibimbap, mandu dumplings and kimchi fried rice. It’s a specially-curated three course set menu complete with a traditional mocktail, starter, main course and dessert.
Location: Various.
Cost: Seoul Food menu priced at Dh125, or Dh105 for vegetarian option.
The Artisan
There’s a new business lunch at the Artisan called Pronto, a.k.a. a quick one. To start, try the calamari with chilli and lime sauce or hand-chopped yellowfin tuna tartar, or pizza, studded with mozzarella, tomato and olives, or the bruschetta topped with creamy burrata. The main courses include salmon served with potato, leek and spinach, or tagliolini alla chitarra with capers, anchovies, olives and tomato. Those looking for a non-pasta option can enjoy chicken milanese with a rocket and tomato salad. The speedy lunch menu also includes dessert. Choose from profiteroles, sorbets or freshly baked tarts.
Location: Daman Tower, DIFC.
Cost: Two courses for Dh69 or three courses for Dh99.
Timings: Sunday to Thursday, from 12pm to 4pm.
