We’re always on the lookout to find the coolest spots and dining destinations across the city for you to make the most of the iconic social scene in Dubai. From fine dining to redeemable pool days, there’s something for everyone to discover on Playbook. This week we’re highlighting three of our favourite concepts that we know you’ll love.
VAGA, Bluewaters Island
VAGA is a contemporary, upscale Arab and Armenian Restaurant, with breath-taking interiors and a flavour packed menu set in the vibrant lifestyle destination at Bluewaters Island. Guests are welcomed into the space with ambient lighting, luxurious, cosy seating and a colour scheme of deep blues and golds to reflect the breath-taking landscape of the Dubai skyline and ocean views from the terrace. The menu offers modern, decadent dining with traditional Armenian and contemporary Arabic cuisine; aromatic, vibrant and packed with bold flavours. Enjoy a range of dishes and flavours from the à la carte menu from incredible vegetarian, fish and meat dishes, hot and cold starters and an enviable dessert selection.
Throughout Ramadan, VAGA is hosting a glorious Iftar, daily from sunset to 9pm to satisfy Ramadan cravings with traditional, delicious dishes, all while overlooking the iconic Ain Dubai and Dubai Marina Skyline; plus the whole place will be decked out with Ramadan fanoos lanterns and long candles, and Shisha will be offered indoors and outdoors. VAGA’s Suhoor is for fans of live music, and traditional entertainment, from Wednesday’s to Saturdays 10am-1am during Ramadan, guests can enjoy live music by the Band Oriental of Shadi & Rami playing a mix of Egyptian, Syrian, Lebanese and Khaleeji songs. VAGA is perfect for fans of authentic Arab and Armenian flavours cooked in a bold and exciting way, set in a picturesque, intimate interior.
Garth, Kempinski Mall of Emirates
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Garth, the elegant, contemporary home of Southern European Bistro flavours, is serving up incredible fine dining dishes in an approachable, urban ambience. With a menu curated around Mediterranean flavours; Italian, Greek and Southern French influences; and a laid back, cool vibe to the whole place, it’s no surprise Garth has been rising the ranks within Dubai foodie hotspots. The menu’s concept is designed around contemporary techniques, a sharing ethos, and top-tier ingredients with an aim to answer the everyday lunch dilemma as well as provide a fine dining spot for celebrations; and the special Raw bar offers prime cuts of raw fish and seafood plates, seasoned to perfection. Located at Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, Garth offers breakfast and brunch as well as dinner and lunch options, alongside weekly events and offers.
Garth hosts Ladies Night every Thursday where ladies can enjoy unlimited prosecco, a glorious 2 course meal and shisha, from 8pm onwards for AED120 per person. Impress guests or treat the team with the Business Lunch, Mondays to Fridays 12pm - 5pm with a 2-course (AED114) or 3-course (AED134) set menu with a touch extra with the Sommelier’s choice of red or white (AED40 extra). Garth makes fine dining accessible, while remaining exceptional. The food takes centre stage while the interiors make you feel uber-cool, and relaxed.
Sfumato, ME Dubai Hotel by Zaha Hadid
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Dubai’s newest eatery on the scene is an unmissable journey through simple, elegant cuisine, stunning views, and effortlessly cool interiors. Located at the architecturally iconic ME Dubai Hotel, Sfumato is a brand-new Gastro Atelier fronted by Michelin-recognised Head Chef Alena Solodovichenko that puts a contemporary, fine dining twist on comfort food. The menu is curated around Solofovichenko’s family recipes that have been elevated and reimagined using produce from local farms, placing high-quality ingredients at centre-stage of the dish, all the while refining everyday classics.
Sfumato seeks to provide affordable luxury, and excellent food based around core flavours and ingredients set in an elegant, contemporary, and artistic venue. Be one of the first to experience the effortless luxury of Sfumato, and enjoy one of the many incredible dishes that reimagines simple cooking into an unforgettable, flavour-filled, unique meal.
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