Dubai is one of the most diverse places on Earth to eat. Its residents come from more than 200 nationalities, so you can eat your way around the world without leaving the emirate. And since the MICHELIN Guide arrived in 2022, the fine dining scene has taken off.
Where should you eat in Dubai? Book the two three-Michelin-star tables, Trèsind Studio and FZN by Björn Frantzén, for your big nights. Then balance them with the city's beloved casual spots, like Al Ustad Special Kabab in Bur Dubai, Ravi Restaurant in Satwa and Logma for Emirati breakfast.
Key facts
- MICHELIN Guide Dubai: arrived in 2022. The 2025 edition listed 119 restaurants.
- Three stars: Trèsind Studio and FZN by Björn Frantzén, the city's first, in 2025.
- Casual classics: Al Ustad Special Kabab (since 1978), Ravi Restaurant, Bu Qtair, Logma and Operation Falafel.
- Caviar trip:The Dubai Experience opens with a multicourse welcome dinner and includes high tea at the Burj Khalifa.
The Michelin Moment
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The 2025 MICHELIN Guide Dubai listed 119 restaurants and, for the first time, awarded three stars to two of them: Trèsind Studio and FZN by Björn Frantzén.
The Standout Stars
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Trèsind Studio is Himanshu Saini's progressive Indian restaurant, and in 2025 it became the first Indian restaurant in the world to earn three Michelin stars. The tasting menu reimagines Indian cooking with theatre and precision.
Fine Dining Itinerary
| Night | Restaurant | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trèsind Studio | Modern Indian |
| 2 | Ossiano | Seafood |
| 3 | STAY by Yannick Alléno | French |
| 4 | Il Ristorante by Niko Romito | Italian |
| 5 | FZN by Björn Frantzén | Nordic with Asian touches |
Street Food and Soul Food
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Some of the best food in Dubai is also the simplest. Al Ustad Special Kabab in Bur Dubai has served Iranian kebabs since 1978. Ravi Restaurant in Satwa is a beloved Pakistani institution. And Logma brings Emirati breakfast to a modern crowd.
Best Casual Eats in Dubai
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Dish to Order |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ustad Special Kabab | Iranian | Lamb kebab |
| Ravi Restaurant | Pakistani | Chicken karahi |
| Bu Qtair | Emirati seafood | Fried fish |
| Logma | Emirati breakfast | Chebab with cream cheese |
| Operation Falafel | Lebanese | Falafel wrap |
Good food is part of The Dubai Experience. For hotels and the rest of the city, read my Dubai luxury travel guide, and save room for the souks in my Dubai shopping guide.
Plan your culinary trip. You deserve a table that was worth the flight.
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