3 New Fine Dining Restaurants In Dubai That Should Be On Your List

Picture of Author: Amanda West

Author: Amanda West


Dubai’s culinary scene is ever-growing! With desert pop-ups, hole in the wall cafes, fine dining restaurants and more, the emirate always impresses us with its offerings. And if you love trying new cuisines and restaurants, Top Spots recommends these three fine dining restaurants for an elevated dining experience.

1. Smoki Moto

Experience the essence of Seoul at Smoki Moto on Palm West Beach, the city’s first fully licensed Korean steakhouse. Indulge in excellent steaks cooked on cutting-edge on-table charcoal grills. The venue offers distinct sections and a terrace for sunset views accompanied by a resident DJ playing groove and soulful house music. In terms of food, the menu offers authentic Korean dishes such as tuna kimbap, kimchi pancakes and bibimbap stone bowls. So, if you are obsessed with K-dramas, K-Pop and everything Korean, this is your place to be.

Timings: Monday To Thursday, 5 PM to 1 AM, Friday To Sunday, 5 PM to 2 AM
Location: Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

2. Salvaje

Salvaje, the acclaimed Japanese dining restaurant that has conquered Miami, Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris, has launched its first restaurant and lounge in Dubai. Nestled within The Address Opera Residences, Salvaje Dubai spans two floors, providing views of Burj Khalifa. Led by chef Fermin Azkue, it promises to let you indulge in the wild side of Japanese cuisine. From indulgent oscietra supreme caviar, delectable duck fried rice, premium selections of sushi and sashimi to sizzling robata grilled steaks and energetic party beats will have you itching to hit the dance floor, Salvaje’s offerings will leave you asking for more.

Timings: Daily 12 PM to 3 AM
Location: The Address Opera Residences, Downtown Dubai

3. Tamada

Situated on the 74th floor of SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Tamada brings the diverse flavours of Georgian cuisine to life. Explore culinary delights from different regions of Georgia, including specialties like khinkali, traditional beef kebab, veal chakapuli with tarragon, and beef chashushuli. Besides food, Tamada will also be a lively hub for festivities and dancing. With a large dance floor, live bands, and DJs playing everything from Eastern European folk to pop to techno, the venue ensures an energetic ambience for all to enjoy.

Timings: Wednesday to Sunday, 8 PM to 3 AM
Location: SLS Dubai, Business Bay