
10 hidden low-key dining spots to visit in Dubai
With a significant number of noteworthy eateries, Dubai is not shot of delectable restaurants that cater to your palate.
It always becomes a well-deserved meal when you finally reach a meal that requires usage of a GPS, a guidebook or simply instructions by a colleague at work. If you're looking for an unconventional hidden restaurant, then you're in the right place. Swipe through our guide of unique hidden gems to visit the next time you wish to eat out.
Given the title of Dubai's first listening bar, Honeycomb Hi-Fi brings to life a lavish record store, a High-Fidelity sound system, warm and minimal interiors designed for quality acoustics, and an izakaya kitchen to round out their vision. With a casual Japanese menu inspired by a traditional izakaya, guests can indulge in hot, binchotan grill and rice/noodles sections with a variety of dishes to share. By delivering a modern twist on Japanese classics, guests can dine at this luxe haven from 7:30pm to 3am on Friday and Saturday and Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7:30pm to 2am and visit this hidden gem in Pullman hotel.
For more information visit honeycombhifi.com WAWA Dining
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Located on the ground floor of the Golden Tulip Hotel in Al Barsha, its entrance is straight out of Tokyo and designed to resemble a traditional storefront with lanterns, handwritten signs, and warm colours. WAWA takes a modernized touch on Korean-infused Japanese cuisine with a varied selection of spirits, Maki, Jako Fresh and WAWA platters. This low-key spot is definitely a must-visit.
For more information visit here. Adaline
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This classic Italian restaurant and supper club has opened in DIFC, Dubai. Adaline is set to transform Dubai's dining and nightlife scene with their vibrant dinner experience. The restaurant is a cornerstone of Dubai's exciting social scene, seamlessly blending old-world charm with modern flair, and reimagining the allure of a grand, intimate dinner party. Music is at the core of the Adaline experience, with live performances designed to ignite a sense of nostalgia. Each night, guests will enjoy live bands blending jazz, modern soul, and anthems from the 1990s and 2000s. It's open seven days a week from 5pm until late. Reif Kushiyaki
It's kushiyaki-inspired but this friendly restaurant offers far more than just grilled skewered meats and vegetables. The menu also covers a wide range of starters, sushi and ramen – and never forget to save room for one of their creative desserts crafted to perfection. The restaurant has been given a Michelin title and is located in Dar Wasl Mall, Time Out Market and Dubai Hills Business Park.
For more information visit reifkushiyaki.com 7tales
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Founded by celebrity Chef and owner of two Michelin-starred restaurants in London, Jason Atherton's three-venue dining City Social and drinking concept spans the top 3 floors of the iconic Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai, and showcases culinary artistry and craftsmanship at its finest. Perched at the top of a sweeping staircase is 7Tales. The Izakaya-styled speakeasy bar is set to transport guests to Tokyo after dark, with graffiti lined walls and Japanese hip-hop tunes played by 7Tales' resident DJs Perched at the top of a sweeping staircase is 7Tales. Grosvenor House. The restaurant is open from Monday to Thursday from 6pm until 2am and on Fridays and Saturdays 6pm until 3am and 7 Tales is open from 7pm until 2am on Monday through Thursday and from 7pm until 3am on Fridays and Saturday. Kokoro
Hailing from Huston, Texas, this one-of-a-kind hidden gem, is the first Handroll sushi bar in Dubai. Known for its delectable array of dishes, guests 'break the rules of sushi', every bite of the Kokoro menu offers a sense of culinary excellence. Using only the freshest fish, harvested seaweed, delectable house-made sauces, and signature warm rice, Kokoro creates an unforgettable dining experience. Located in the heart of Alserkal Avenue, this is definitely one concept to try. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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