The city of Dubai never sleeps! It is a hub for all things fascinating, including entertainment avenues and leisure hotspots. One can associate glamour, diversity and cultural potpourri with this international hub. Expats from all over the world find refuge in Dubai and believe in the age-old adage ‘work hard, party harder.’
Dubai cooks up all types of cuisines, and especially the famous ones are Iranian, Lebanese, and Arabic. There is no shortage of posh dining restaurants and you can find them in every nook & corner of the city. Walking into a restaurant promises a combination of; luscious flavors, decadent aromas, a picturesque setting, and a fancy ambiance. Some of the world’s famous sous celebrity chefs have set up glamourous restaurants in the city and they always seem to have a long waitlist. So, if you enjoy a gourmet dining experience, here are top celebrity chef restaurants in Dubai, that we have enlisted below.
#1 Akira Back
A famous name in the hospitality industry, Akira Back, has built an empire of 22 restaurants across the world, including one in Dubai. Safely nestled in the verdant areas of Palm Jumeirah at W Dubai, Akira Back brings you his take on Japanese cuisine with a dash of Korean influence. This rooftop restaurant guarantees unmatched views with the picturesque ocean views against the glittery Dubai skyline as the backdrop. Enjoy decadent flavors of seasonal produces and artisanal sourced ingredients on your pretty-looking plate. The restaurant was also picked as one of the most loved Michelin Guide Dubai 2022 recommended venues.
#2 Hell’s Kitchen and Bradstreet Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay
Who doesn’t know the furiously famous Hell’s Kitchen restaurant by sous chef – Gordon Ramsay. Chef Ramsay has curated a chain of restaurants across the globe including the UK, France, Singapore, and of course now Dubai. Within the city, he has opened two restaurants Hell’s Kitchen and Bradstreet Kitchen. Head to the Bluewater Islands to experience a fine dining experience at Hell’s Kitchen within Caesars Palace, Dubai. The must-try signature dishes include; Beef Wellington, Eggs in Purgatory, and yummy Sticky Toffee Pudding. Bread Street Kitchen is located at the mesmerizing Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, and offers al fresco dining options serving European cuisine. Each plate is visually appealing and every bite heart-warming.
#3 Gary Rhodes – Rhodes Twenty10
Rhodes Twenty10 W1's brings to the table mouth-watering British cuisine by their team of international chefs under the supervision of Gary Rhodes. Dive into sumptuous small plates and main course put together using modern cooking techniques and complex flavors, that will leave you asking for more. The restaurant is strategically positioned at the Dubai Marina which acts as a perfect backdrop to enjoy a freshly grilled steak from this brilliant steakhouse.
#4 Jamie Oliver - Jamie's Pizzeria
All the cheesy dough lovers are in for a treat at Jamie’s Pizzeria. Oliver is a renowned British chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author, who you must have also seen on numerous television shows. His restaurant remains busy and you’d always find a fleet of diners waiting for their turn at the restaurant which is located at Jumeirah Lake Towers – Cluster R. We bet everyone loves pizza and especially if it is made meticulously with hand-stretched dough and topped with fresh ingredients in the true Italian Neapolitan way. Though this is a casual-dining concept restaurant, its classic menu is definitely bold on flavors.
#5 Vineet Bhatia – Indego
Indian Michelin Star Chef Vineet Bhatia is the father of modern Indian cuisine. He brings his love for cooking into the kitchens of Indego - Dubai's longstanding Indian fine dining restaurant. Those who miss the taste of Indian street food should definitely visit here to gorge on tandoors and slow-cooked Tawa dishes, spiced to perfection using Indian condiments. Head to Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, on Al Emreef Street at the Dubai Marina, to enjoy this treat.