Best of - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/eat/best-of-restaurants/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:44:52 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Heat map: These are Dubai’s toughest spicy food challenges https://whatson.ae/2026/06/heat-map-these-are-dubais-toughest-spicy-food-challenges/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:44:52 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391423 Hotter than your car’s steering wheel in unsheltered parking, mid July… It may be warming up outside but these infernal Dubai challenges will have your taste buds in a land of fire and spice all year round. We’ve put together a selection of the hottest, wildest, far-from-the-mildest, spiciest, feistiest, beat the heat food challenges that […]

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]]> Good Burger review: Dubai’s cult favourite lands its first permanent home at Damac Mall https://whatson.ae/2026/06/good-burger-review-dubais-cult-favourite-lands-its-first-permanent-home-at-damac-mall/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:45:30 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390954 Good Burger – the homegrown brand that won What’s On’s Best Burger title in 2024 before it even had a restaurant – has officially opened in Damac Hills, Dubai. Here’s what to order. Good Burger, one of Dubai’s most talked-about homegrown food brands, has opened its first permanent restaurant at Damac Mall in Damac Hills. […]

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]]> Orfali Bros has dropped a new OG Menu, and it’s only Dhs350 per person https://whatson.ae/2026/06/orfali-bros-has-dropped-a-new-og-menu-and-its-only-aed-350-per-person/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:30:14 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390948 Dubai’s fan-favourite restaurant is serving up a fresh tasting menu packed with popular dishes – here’s everything you need to know. If there’s one restaurant that needs no introduction in Dubai, it’s Orfali Bros. The Jumeirah bistro helmed by brothers Mohamad, Wassim and Omar Orfali has spent the last few years quietly (and not-so-quietly) becoming […]

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]]> Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen Dubai review: The Rajasthani restaurant the city didn’t know it was missing https://whatson.ae/2026/06/jodhpur-bar-kitchen-dubai-review-the-rajasthani-restaurant-the-city-didnt-know-it-was-missing/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:30:45 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390934 A new Indian restaurant has opened in Dubai, and it isn’t playing the hits. Jodhpur Bar & Kitchen brings the bold, rustic cooking of Rajasthan’s Marwar region to the table – and yes, the butter chicken is the least interesting thing on the menu. Dubai has no shortage of Indian restaurants. Walk into almost any […]

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]]> 31 of the best restaurants in Dubai by neighbourhood https://whatson.ae/2026/06/31-of-the-best-restaurants-in-dubai-by-neighbourhood/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:00:42 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=366318 Neighbourhood spots that make the best restaurants in Dubai list When you live in Dubai, or you’re just in town for a few days, there are times you’re happy to cross the city for that one go-to spot. Other times, you want the best of both worlds, great food, right where you are. If that’s […]

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]]> 8 of the best garden cafés in Dubai for a zen escape https://whatson.ae/2026/06/8-of-the-best-garden-cafes-in-dubai-for-a-zen-escape/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:41 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=354003 Greenery all around, chill vibes inside and out – here’s where to escape for a little zen Some days just call for a change of scene – somewhere softer, quieter, and surrounded by green. It’s that psychological comfort of being close to nature, even in the middle of the city. And luckily, Dubai has more […]

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]]> 18 of the best afternoon teas in Dubai in 2026 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/17-of-the-best-afternoon-teas-in-dubai-in-2025/ Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:41 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=342267 Tea, treats and the prettiest afternoon set-ups in Dubai Tea, cake, and the perfect excuse to relax – what’s not to love? Think plush settings, picture-perfect decor, and ocean views – Dubai has afternoon tea down to an art. Whether you’re here for the endless pours of tea or just in it for the pastries, […]

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]]> 6 of the best wine bars in Dubai to check out this weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/06/6-of-the-best-wine-bars-in-dubai-to-check-out-this-weekend/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:43 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=367476 Best wine bars in Dubai? Here’s the list Wine has been around for thousands of years, and people who love it, really love it. If your idea of luxury starts with a great bottle of wine, we get you. In a city that’s all about the finer things in life, wine is taking centre stage, […]

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]]> 8 of the best bars in Dubai to watch the sunset https://whatson.ae/2026/06/8-of-the-best-bars-in-dubai-to-watch-the-sunset/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:10 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=354534 Sip your way through the best sunset bars in Dubai Dubai’s skyline is made for sunsets, and the city’s bars know it. Nothing beats sipping something chilled while the sky melts into hues of gold and pink. These 8 of the best bars in Dubai deliver the perfect mix of atmosphere and cocktail creativity. Here’s […]

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]]> 10 of the best restaurants in Dubai to make you feel like you’re on holiday https://whatson.ae/2026/06/10-of-the-best-restaurants-in-dubai-that-will-make-you-feel-like-youre-on-holiday/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:00:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=350246 Find your getaway in Dubai’s best restaurants Summer is here, and though you might not be jetting off anytime soon, that doesn’t mean you can’t get into a holiday mood. Sometimes, the best way to unwind is by finding a spot that feels like a destination of its own. Whether it’s breakfast right on the […]

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]]> 42 Sheikh Hamdan-approved restaurants in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/sheikh-hamdan-approved-restaurants-in-dubai/ https://whatson.ae/2026/06/sheikh-hamdan-approved-restaurants-in-dubai/#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2026 06:00:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=189805 Dubai’s Crown Prince is well versed in the city’s dining scene From high-end steakhouses to seaside Greek restaurants, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai is regularly spotted out and about. Here, you’ll find 42 restaurants that have been given the Dubai Crown Prince, fondly known as Fazza, seal […]

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2026/06/sheikh-hamdan-approved-restaurants-in-dubai/feed/ 15 The Four Restaurants and People Who Defined Dubai’s Food Scene in 2026, According to Us https://whatson.ae/2026/06/the-four-restaurants-and-people-who-defined-dubais-food-scene-in-2026-according-to-us/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:55:44 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390112 The Editor’s Choice at the What’s On Dubai Awards are given to the restaurant, the chef, the newcomer, and the homegrown story that we believe have most meaningfully moved the needle on Dubai’s food and dining scene this year. Here’s who won in 2026, and why. There are 47 categories at the What’s On Dubai […]

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