What’s On reviews the Pier 7’s newest addition, Atelier M, bringing glitz, glamour and celebrity to the UAE. Here’s our BITESIZE review. You can read our in-depth review in the April issue of What’s On.

Contact details: Pier 7, Dubai Marina, Dubai, daily 7pm to 11pm. Tel: (04) 4507766. Metro: Dubai Marina.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Art deco metal railings, lots of mirrors and swanky furniture create an impressive welcome.

VIBE
Big square tables are perfect for groups to get together, have dinner and share a laugh.

WHAT TO ORDER
Crispy crab croquettes, served with a pink grapefruit salad and a slaw of pear and apple.

LOOK OUT FOR
The waiters have cool haircuts and tattoos. And don’t forget the rooftop cocktail bar upstairs.

IDEAL FOR
A loud and lively Friday night dinner with pals.

INSIDER INFO
The chef Mohammad Islam used to work at celeb hangouts The Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles and Mercer Kitchen in New York.

FINAL THOUGHTS
Fresh and tasty food with echoes of California in a glitzy setting.

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