Dubai Food Festival 2023 - Chef's Table

4.6 (6)

AED 110 to AED 185

Japanese

DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre)

AUTHENTIC TOKYO OMAKASE EXPERIENCE

AED2,500pp | 25-29 April | 6:00-8:00pm or 9:00-11:00pm

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Chef Mamoru's world-class cuisine brings a genuine taste of Tokyo to Dubai. This two-hour tasting menu will showcase 20 expertly curated courses, paired with soft drinks and mocktails.

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DaveE

Dined on May 5, 2023

Excellent restaurant week lunch menu food was stunning

AUTHENTIC TOKYO OMAKASE EXPERIENCE

AED2,500pp | 25-29 April | 6:00-8:00pm or 9:00-11:00pm

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Chef Mamoru's world-class cuisine brings a genuine taste of Tokyo to Dubai. This two-hour tasting menu will showcase 20 expertly curated courses, paired with soft drinks and mocktails.

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DaveE

Dined on May 5, 2023

Excellent restaurant week lunch menu food was stunning

Oanjo

4.9 (4)

AED 185 and over

Fusion / Eclectic

Al Barsha 1

Special and authentic Chef Table Experience

AED150pp | 21 April - 7 May (Closed on Monday) | Dinner

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Visit one of Dubai's newest fine dining establishments and enjoy the city's only Japanese-Portuguese fusion cuisine. OAnjo's set menu taps into the rich history between Portugal and Japan, which stretch back five centuries to when Portuguese explorers were the first Europeans to make contact with Japan.

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Olga

Dined on Oct 12, 2024

Oanjo is an absolute gem, offering an extraordinary fusion of Portuguese and Japanese cuisine. The view from the restaurant is breathtaking and the ambience is just perfect. Super romantic! The menu is a masterful blend of flavors, combining the rich traditions of Portuguese cooking with the refined techniques of Japanese cuisine. Dishes like their sushi with a Portuguese twist or the amazing seafood are both unique and absolutely delicious. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the food they serve, making sure your dining experience is memorable from start to finish. If you’re looking for a place that delivers not only incredible food but also an unforgettable atmosphere, Oanjo is the perfect choice. Highly recommend!

Special and authentic Chef Table Experience

AED150pp | 21 April - 7 May (Closed on Monday) | Dinner

(Click “View Experience” below to book this exclusive offer)

Visit one of Dubai's newest fine dining establishments and enjoy the city's only Japanese-Portuguese fusion cuisine. OAnjo's set menu taps into the rich history between Portugal and Japan, which stretch back five centuries to when Portuguese explorers were the first Europeans to make contact with Japan.

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Olga

Dined on Oct 12, 2024

Oanjo is an absolute gem, offering an extraordinary fusion of Portuguese and Japanese cuisine. The view from the restaurant is breathtaking and the ambience is just perfect. Super romantic! The menu is a masterful blend of flavors, combining the rich traditions of Portuguese cooking with the refined techniques of Japanese cuisine. Dishes like their sushi with a Portuguese twist or the amazing seafood are both unique and absolutely delicious. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the food they serve, making sure your dining experience is memorable from start to finish. If you’re looking for a place that delivers not only incredible food but also an unforgettable atmosphere, Oanjo is the perfect choice. Highly recommend!

Bada Dining

5 (1)

AED 110 and under

Korean

Dubai Marina

EXCLUSIVE CHEFS TABLE EVENT WITH AN 8 COURSE MENU

AED299pp | 21, 24, 26, 28 April, 1, 3, 5, 7 May | 8:00pm

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Korea's famous national dishes are popular around the world - but have you ever thought of making them yourself? If you're keen to learn the art of kimchi and more, Chef Ted Shin will guide you through making several Korean staples, then treat you to his own creations.

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RomuloD

Dined on May 5, 2023

Chef Minho-ssi is daebak! Food and ambience is excellent. We'll be back for more!

EXCLUSIVE CHEFS TABLE EVENT WITH AN 8 COURSE MENU

AED299pp | 21, 24, 26, 28 April, 1, 3, 5, 7 May | 8:00pm

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Korea's famous national dishes are popular around the world - but have you ever thought of making them yourself? If you're keen to learn the art of kimchi and more, Chef Ted Shin will guide you through making several Korean staples, then treat you to his own creations.

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RomuloD

Dined on May 5, 2023

Chef Minho-ssi is daebak! Food and ambience is excellent. We'll be back for more!

Olivino - W Dubai

5 (0)

AED 185 and over

Mediterranean

Palm Jumeirah

Torno Subito x Ferrari

AED300pp | 5 May

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Chef de Cuisine Alessio Pirozzi will personally introduce guests to this exclusive menu, and talk them through each dish at this one-off event in collaboration with Ferrari.

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Torno Subito and Friends Osteria Gucci LA

AED590pp | 25-26 April | 7:00pm onwards

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Mattia Agazzi of Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills and Martina Bonci from Giardino 25 Florence join Alessio Priozzi for this Six Hands dinner. Chefs Mattia and Alessio will prepare gourmet dishes, while Maria will provide perfectly complemented beverages for each one.

Torno Subito x Ferrari

AED300pp | 5 May

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Chef de Cuisine Alessio Pirozzi will personally introduce guests to this exclusive menu, and talk them through each dish at this one-off event in collaboration with Ferrari.

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Torno Subito and Friends Osteria Gucci LA

AED590pp | 25-26 April | 7:00pm onwards

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Mattia Agazzi of Gucci Osteria Beverly Hills and Martina Bonci from Giardino 25 Florence join Alessio Priozzi for this Six Hands dinner. Chefs Mattia and Alessio will prepare gourmet dishes, while Maria will provide perfectly complemented beverages for each one.

Varq at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai

5 (1)

AED 185 and over

Indian

Palm Jumeirah

SOUTH INDIAN AND NORTH INDIAN FUSION NIGHT WITH LOCAL CHEF AND UK BASED MICHELIN RESTAURANT CHEF SRIRAM - A BESPOKE CHEFS TABLE EXPERIENCE AT VARQ, HOSTED BY CHEF SRIAM & CHEF SONU KOITHARA

AED395pp | 29 April | 6:00-11:00pm

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Chef Sriram of Michelin-starred London restaurant Quilon, and chef Sonu, executive chef at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, will jointly host a one-off dining experience bringing together North Indian and South Indian cuisines in a specially created tasting menu. The chefs will talk through the story behind each dish, which will use ingredients chosen for a memory or personal occasion.

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RobertO

Dined on Aug 18, 2022

The food is very tasty and nicely presented. We had the summer week menu offer and was really good. It’s not the traditional Indian dishes, they have a twist to them. The service was fantastic, very attentive and knowledgeable. I also tried the Indian wine and was pleasantly surprised - never tried it before. All in all it worths a visit!!!!

SOUTH INDIAN AND NORTH INDIAN FUSION NIGHT WITH LOCAL CHEF AND UK BASED MICHELIN RESTAURANT CHEF SRIRAM - A BESPOKE CHEFS TABLE EXPERIENCE AT VARQ, HOSTED BY CHEF SRIAM & CHEF SONU KOITHARA

AED395pp | 29 April | 6:00-11:00pm

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Chef Sriram of Michelin-starred London restaurant Quilon, and chef Sonu, executive chef at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, will jointly host a one-off dining experience bringing together North Indian and South Indian cuisines in a specially created tasting menu. The chefs will talk through the story behind each dish, which will use ingredients chosen for a memory or personal occasion.

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RobertO

Dined on Aug 18, 2022

The food is very tasty and nicely presented. We had the summer week menu offer and was really good. It’s not the traditional Indian dishes, they have a twist to them. The service was fantastic, very attentive and knowledgeable. I also tried the Indian wine and was pleasantly surprised - never tried it before. All in all it worths a visit!!!!

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Batafurai - Ladies Night

Akira Back - W Dubai The Palm

4.7 (214)

AED 185 and over

Creative Japanese

Palm Jumeirah

EXCLUSIVE OMAKASE EXPERIENCE WITH CHEF GIOVANNI LEDON

AED650pp | 21 April - 7 May | 7:00-11:00pm

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"Omakase" means "to entrust" in Japanese - and for this experience you will put yourself in the expert hands of Giovani Ledon as he guides you through a specially curated menu. Enjoy three different starters, followed by 10 pieces of nigiri sushi, expertly prepared by Chef Giovanni - and culminating in a special dessert from the Akira Back team.

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Michael

Dined 6 days ago

Had an amazing experience last night. The food is some of the tastiest we have ever had and overall an amazing restaurant. Credit to the kitchen for turning such flavoursome food out for its customers - outstanding. Also a shout out to our server - tenkgu. I think I spelt that right but he is a credit to the restaurant and his passion for the food was obvious. Just makes the experience all the more special. Many thanks from Michael and Denise Baker.

EXCLUSIVE OMAKASE EXPERIENCE WITH CHEF GIOVANNI LEDON

AED650pp | 21 April - 7 May | 7:00-11:00pm

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"Omakase" means "to entrust" in Japanese - and for this experience you will put yourself in the expert hands of Giovani Ledon as he guides you through a specially curated menu. Enjoy three different starters, followed by 10 pieces of nigiri sushi, expertly prepared by Chef Giovanni - and culminating in a special dessert from the Akira Back team.

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Michael

Dined 6 days ago

Had an amazing experience last night. The food is some of the tastiest we have ever had and overall an amazing restaurant. Credit to the kitchen for turning such flavoursome food out for its customers - outstanding. Also a shout out to our server - tenkgu. I think I spelt that right but he is a credit to the restaurant and his passion for the food was obvious. Just makes the experience all the more special. Many thanks from Michael and Denise Baker.

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Batafurai - Ladies Night

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Bottomless Dim Sum Sunday

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Table 8 Experience

TÀN CHÁ Restaurant

4.6 (2)

AED 185 and over

Chinese

Business Bay

A SCINTILLATING OMAKASE-STYLE PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCE

AED888 pp | 21 April - 7 May | 12:00-4:00pm & 7:00-11:30pm

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Chef David Pang curates this exclusive experience, with a menu dictated by both the instincts of the chef and the whims of the seasons - utilising only the finest seasonal ingredients from around the world. With a tasting menu of 18 separate courses, taken in a Chinois-style private dining space, be prepared for a remarkable evening.

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David

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Excellent food and atmosphere but expensive, especially with children

A SCINTILLATING OMAKASE-STYLE PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCE

AED888 pp | 21 April - 7 May | 12:00-4:00pm & 7:00-11:30pm

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Chef David Pang curates this exclusive experience, with a menu dictated by both the instincts of the chef and the whims of the seasons - utilising only the finest seasonal ingredients from around the world. With a tasting menu of 18 separate courses, taken in a Chinois-style private dining space, be prepared for a remarkable evening.

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David

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Excellent food and atmosphere but expensive, especially with children

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Bottomless Dim Sum Sunday

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Ginger Moon

0 (0)

AED 185 and over

International

Dubai Marina

ZERO WASTE TASTING MENU

AED365-595pp | 27 April | 7:00pm

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A multi-plate degustation menu with an environmental focus will be served up at W Dubai. Marvel at the skill involved in this carefully curated top-to-tail fine dining feast with zero waste assuring green credentials.

ZERO WASTE TASTING MENU

AED365-595pp | 27 April | 7:00pm

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A multi-plate degustation menu with an environmental focus will be served up at W Dubai. Marvel at the skill involved in this carefully curated top-to-tail fine dining feast with zero waste assuring green credentials.

Weslodge Saloon

5 (0)

AED 185 and over

American

Al Wasl

Three-course Chef's Table with choice of set menus at Weslodge Salon

AED350-450pp | 21 April - 7 May (excluding Saturday & Sunday) | 7-11pm

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Taking inspiration from Weslodge's North American origins, the restaurant's culinary team has created two spectacular chef's table menus for Dubai Food Festival. Dishes include ahi tuna tartare, chargilled baby chicken, hamachi crudo, jumbo tiger prawns and more, with Weslodge's chefs talking diners through each menu item.

Three-course Chef's Table with choice of set menus at Weslodge Salon

AED350-450pp | 21 April - 7 May (excluding Saturday & Sunday) | 7-11pm

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Taking inspiration from Weslodge's North American origins, the restaurant's culinary team has created two spectacular chef's table menus for Dubai Food Festival. Dishes include ahi tuna tartare, chargilled baby chicken, hamachi crudo, jumbo tiger prawns and more, with Weslodge's chefs talking diners through each menu item.

Nobu Dubai

0 (0)

AED 185 and over

Japanese

Palm Jumeirah

Private Dining Experience at Nobu

AED1,250pp | 30 April | 6pm

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Hosted by Nobu's executive chef Damien Duviau and sushi master chef Michio Iwata, this exquisite one-off event is strictly limited – miss it at your peril. Experience the full mastery of one of Dubai's very best culinary teams, accompanied by their insight and techniques throughout the evening.

Private Dining Experience at Nobu

AED1,250pp | 30 April | 6pm

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Hosted by Nobu's executive chef Damien Duviau and sushi master chef Michio Iwata, this exquisite one-off event is strictly limited – miss it at your peril. Experience the full mastery of one of Dubai's very best culinary teams, accompanied by their insight and techniques throughout the evening.

Kinara by Vikas Khanna

5 (1)

AED 185 and over

Indian

Jebel Ali Freezone

Taste of Kinara with Vikas Khanna

AED250pp | 24-28 April | 6:30-10:30pm

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Vikas Khanna, the chef behind Michelin-starred Junoon in New York, has personally created this five-course dinner celebrating India's culinary heritage. With every ingredient carefully chosen, and every dish painstakingly prepared, expect an unforgettable dining experience.

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HemaprabhaA

Dined on Apr 26, 2023

It was amazing experience at Kinara. The food was really good. Presentation, taste and flavors - everything was best.

Taste of Kinara with Vikas Khanna

AED250pp | 24-28 April | 6:30-10:30pm

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Vikas Khanna, the chef behind Michelin-starred Junoon in New York, has personally created this five-course dinner celebrating India's culinary heritage. With every ingredient carefully chosen, and every dish painstakingly prepared, expect an unforgettable dining experience.

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HemaprabhaA

Dined on Apr 26, 2023

It was amazing experience at Kinara. The food was really good. Presentation, taste and flavors - everything was best.

TABŪ

5 (0)

AED 185 and over

Japanese

Business Bay

Chef's Table with Roberto Segura at Tabū

AED450pp | 29 April | 7:30pm

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Join celebrity chef Roberto Segura as he takes you through some of Tabū's best dishes, in its extravagant setting on the 23rd floor of the St Regis Hotel. Chef Segura will guide you on a journey through modern Japanese cuisine, giving you his unique insight into dishes, ingredients and techniques.

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Sushi and Ceviche Masterclass by Chef Roberto Segura at Tabū

AED375pp | 6 May | 4pm

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Tabū's own celebrity chef, Roberto Segura, will personally teach you how to make sushi and ceviche from scratch. Learn the delicate techniques behind cutting the fish, as well as the sauces and flavours chef Segura uses to deliver the perfect bite.

Chef's Table with Roberto Segura at Tabū

AED450pp | 29 April | 7:30pm

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Join celebrity chef Roberto Segura as he takes you through some of Tabū's best dishes, in its extravagant setting on the 23rd floor of the St Regis Hotel. Chef Segura will guide you on a journey through modern Japanese cuisine, giving you his unique insight into dishes, ingredients and techniques.

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Sushi and Ceviche Masterclass by Chef Roberto Segura at Tabū

AED375pp | 6 May | 4pm

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Tabū's own celebrity chef, Roberto Segura, will personally teach you how to make sushi and ceviche from scratch. Learn the delicate techniques behind cutting the fish, as well as the sauces and flavours chef Segura uses to deliver the perfect bite.