The Best Omakase in Dubai (That Isn't Nobu)
Hidden on the fourth floor of a DIFC office block, Suzuki-san has been feeding 12 lucky guests per night for three years. We finally got a seat. The 14-course kaiseki menu is AED 850 per person — and worth every dirham. Highlights: the otoro with yuzu kosho, the wagyu tataki, and a dessert that made one of us quietly emotional.
Read the full review →3 New Openings We're Excited About This Week
CARBONE, DIFC — The legendary NY Italian finally lands in Dubai. Early reports suggest it lives up to the hype. We visit next week.
Bun & Board, JBR — Korean fried chicken smash burgers from the team behind Pickl. Expect queues.
Nolu's, Dubai Hills — The beloved Kabul-meets-California spot is expanding. Their lamb flatbread alone is worth the trip.
Tip from a Reader: The AED 18 Roti Canai in Bur Dubai
A reader messaged us about a small Malaysian spot in Bur Dubai that's been open for 8 years. We went on a Tuesday at 7am and joined a queue of taxi drivers. The roti canai is flaky, buttery, and comes with a dhal that tastes like it's been cooking for days. AED 18. We went back the next morning.