Dubai is a city that loves food! Every month, new restaurants open, offering delicious dishes from around the world. Here are some of the best new places to eat in Dubai as of May 2025:
1. Brasserie Lutetia – Downtown Dubai
This Parisian-style restaurant serves tasty French food like tomato and ricotta pasta and organic chicken with wild mushrooms. It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Strictly Downtown Dubai
2. Maison Dali – Business Bay
Maison Dali offers a fun dining experience with a mix of Mediterranean and Japanese dishes. Try the king crab ceviche or smoked lobster donabe in a setting inspired by artist Salvador Dali. Timeout Dubai
3. INA – Jumeirah 1
Located at J1 Beach, INA features open-fire cooking with African-inspired flavors. Enjoy your meal under the sun or a climate-controlled canopy. Timeout Dubai
4. NETTE – Al Barari
NETTE combines French and Japanese flavors in a peaceful garden setting. It’s a great spot for healthy meals, fresh juices, and coffee. Emirates Woman+2Timeout Dubai+2Fact Dubai+2
5. Pitfire Pizza – Business Bay
This popular pizza place is known for its sourdough pizzas, hearty pastas, and fresh salads. The new location offers indoor and outdoor seating with colorful art walls. Timeout Dubai
6. Viceroy’s Table – Jumeirah 1
Inspired by India’s colonial-era clubs, Viceroy’s Table serves Anglo-Indian dishes with a modern twist, like Champaran mutton and Mysore Pak tiramisu. Timeout Dubai
7. Gerbou – Nad Al Sheba
Gerbou celebrates Emirati cuisine with dishes cooked over an underground pit, offering a smoky flavor. The restaurant is set in a 1987 building surrounded by Ghaf trees. Timeout Dubai+1What’s On+1
8. HANU – Palm Jumeirah
HANU brings contemporary Korean cuisine to Dubai, featuring a “meat me at the grill” experience with Korean charcoal grills at each table. What’s On+2Timeout Dubai+2Emirates Woman+2
Ensuring Great Dining Experiences
To make sure restaurants provide the best service, companies like Incognito Mystery Shopping Consultancy send undercover customers to evaluate the experience. Incognito is proud to be ranked in the top 10 for mystery shopping and service audits in the UAE. Mystery Shopping Dubai+1Incognito+1Incognito+1Incognito+1
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these new restaurants in Dubai offer exciting flavors and experiences. And with experts like Incognito helping behind the scenes, you can look forward to top-notch service wherever you dine!