Restaurants

French dining, born in London, and now in Dubai, Aubaine is the brainchild of Lebanese businessman Hani Nakkash. Famous for its perfect pastries, Continental-style lunches and delightful dinners, set in an elegant and relaxed surrounding, Aubaine is the ideal spot in which to start, pause or end a long day of shopping in The Dubai Mall.  +971 4 501 6970 

Step into Tokyo@thetowers to discover a corner of Tokyo in Dubai. You could opt to sit at the sushi bar to enjoy a meal of sushi, sashimi and tempura, but the real show is at the teppanyaki grill tables. Sit back as a highly skilled chef cooks up a storm with meat, seafood or ‘surf and turf’ options to choose from. There’s also a private tatami room with mat flooring for a more intimate setting.

Siddharta Lounge boasts a sleek and contemporary interior, featuring ample lashings of plush white seating, gold accents and glam marble furnishings, coupled with floor-to-ceiling windows that reveal stunning views of Dubai Marina. When it comes to food, try a mouth-watering selection of Asian-Mediterranean specialities, including Wagyu beef mini burgers, and crispy prawn spring rolls with tamarind dipping sauce. The desserts are also outstanding; notably the delicious three-chocolate terrine with caramelised banana.

As the name suggests, Il Rustico is a cosy, rustic Italian eatery. The wooden beams, rustic furniture and wallpapered walls make it look like grandma’s dining room in Italy. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with the smell of baked pizza and roasted garlic filling the air. The menu features Italian favourites including lasagne and fresh pasta. Order warm, crusty focaccia and roasted garlic for the perfect start to your meal.

Dine Royally At The India Palace If you’re looking for good, affordable Indian cuisine, head to The India Palace. There are currently seven outlets across the city, all offering a selection of aromatic Indian dishes. Food is cooked in a clay ovens or tandoor. Specialities include curries, kebabs and a range of vegetable dishes. The interior decor is palatial, featuring hand crafted dark wood.

Part of Dubai’s wave of hipster-style café eateries, Common Grounds is a slice of cool calm amongst the exciting shopping frenzy that is Mall of the Emirates. A great place to grab an antioxidant packed, energising breakfast, artisan coffee or any of the super healthy dishes available for both lunch and dinner, Common Grounds offers welcome respite after a hard day on your feet.  +971 50 478 1094

Not just for pony fans, the Polo Club is also home to a host of leisure facilities, for an American country club-style experience. The palm tree-lined temperature-controlled pool is fitted with the Splash Pool Bar, which offers made-to-order cafe-style meals for guests enjoying the club’s idyllic surrounds. After your swim, head to the in-house spa for a soothing post-sun facial and signature detox marine algae wrap. +971 4 361 8111

Time goes by quickly at Andreea’s. You can pretty much spend all day and all night at the venue, located on the beachside of the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa. This high-end restaurant offer international cuisine by day and a buzzing nightlife in the evenings, so carry dressy clothes to change into if you plan to sunbathe first.