Best restaurants in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue
The best way to wrap up a long day of shopping and retail therapy is to indulge in a hearty meal. Especially when you’re in Dubai Mall, the world’s largest mall, and you’re walking miles and miles with bags of goodies. But what if you’re also craving a bit of peace and quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of the mall’s main thoroughfares? That’s where Fashion Avenue comes in. Set slightly adrift from Dubai Mall‘s main retail spaces, this is a quieter side of the mall, filled with luxury shopping brands. It’s that sense of calmness that makes Fashion Avenue the perfect place to dine. So, without further ado, let’s profile one Dubai Mall’s hidden gems and check out the best restaurants in Fashion Avenue.
What is Fashion Avenue?
Fashion Avenue is Dubai Mall’s exclusive luxury shopping destination. Separated from the crowds of the more densely populated retail areas, Fashion Avenue is awash with luxury brands like Gucci, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana. The avenue also has a viewing deck called The Lounge, where visitors can enjoy a view of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.
The Fashion Avenue timings are as follows:
- Sunday to Wednesday: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Thursday to Saturday: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
Restaurants In Fashion Avenue
Table Otto
First up on our list of the top restaurants in Fashion Avenue is Otto. Offering an exciting fusion of cuisines, Otto brings together French and Italian cuisines in Dubai to create a menu that is a true delight for the taste buds. They first stepped foot in the UAE at Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi, and have now opened their doors in the luxurious Fashion Avenue.
Table Otto’s menu highlights include the hot honey pepperoni pizza, penne labneh arrabbiata, short rib musakhan rolls and more. So whether you’re looking for a scrumptious breakfast or a gourmet lunch, Table Otto has a unique dish for you.
- Location: Level 2, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: Weekdays: 9:00 am to 11:00 pm; Weekends: 9:00 am to 11:30 pm
- Contact: 04-266-8169
Home Bakery
If the smell of freshly baked treats entices you, Home Bakery will have your heart in a jiffy. Having built their reputation at their branch in Dubai Design District (MyBayut’s home turf!), Home Bakery at Fashion Avenue promises to bring joy to shopping enthusiasts and baked food lovers alike.
Indulge in a baked cheesecake or a chewy melt cookie and satisfy your sweet tooth cravings as you set your bags aside to chill in Fashion Avenue. The baked goodies are simply out of this world here (since it’s one of the most popular cake shops in Dubai), so if you need a sugar rush, beat a path to Home Bakery.
- Location: First floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Contact: 04-388-8558
Bebabel
Served amidst the luxurious ambience of their beautiful restaurant, Bebabel’s menu offers a range of Lebanese dishes with a uniquely modern twist. This means, with each dish, you get to experience the best of both worlds – the traditional Lebanese sprinkled with the modernity of contemporary flavours.
Their parent brand, Babel, is known for their impressive architecture in dining spaces, offering excellent hospitality and stunning culinary masterpieces.
You can identify elements of Middle Eastern architecture and hospitality right from the moment you step into their Fashion Avenue branch; with the magnificent arches and massive seating areas along with a team that pays close attention to each of your needs.
Must-try dishes from their menu include beef shawarma, mixed grill, kebabs and more.
- Location: First floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 01:00 am
- Contact: 04-419-0950
Cipriani Dolci
Luxury in simplicity is the first thought that pops when you lay your eyes on Cipriani Dolci, Fashion Avenue. This beautiful café sets itself apart right from its appearance; being situated right smack in the middle of Fashion Avenue, Cipriani Dolci’s brown and white themes exude comfort and cosiness, along with luxury to passersby.
Their menu offers delicacies, including ham and cheese toasties, pastas, pizzas and egg varieties (for breakfast). They also have an array of Italian desserts such as Italian Merengue and Millefoglie that you definitely shouldn’t miss.
- Location: Ground floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 01:00 am
- Contact: eshop@cipriani.com
Tulum
Marhaba? No, it’s Hola when you’re at Tulum!
Tulum is a Mexican restaurant at Fashion Avenue that offers delicacies that’ll have you speaking Spanish after you’re done. The chefs use South-West Mexican cooking techniques to create culinary seafood and meat masterpieces.
The menu also offers delectable tacos and mocktails to spice things up! So, grab your sombrero if you’re planning your visit to Tulum since you’re taking a trip to Mexico in this quirky restaurant.
We’d recommend heading to Tulum on Tuesday to be a part of their Taco Tuesdays, where they have a Mariachi band playing and delicious tacos all around.
- Location: Fashion Avenue extension
- Timings: 10:00 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: 04-514-0135
Opso
Here’s another fusion restaurant we’re adding to the list – Opso offers Greek-inspired Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines on their menu.
The restaurant is split into three sections, a cafe, one for intimate dining and a massive dining area. There’s also an outdoor terrace for shisha in Dubai Mall and to watch the Dubai Fountain Show. Modern Greek food has never looked this good!
- Location: Second floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 01:00 am
- Contact: 054-424-4999
The Trove
Surround yourself with art during your next meal at The Trove. This restaurant brings art and dining together to create its stunning interiors, with an eclectic mix of sculptures, graffiti and paintings to elevate the vibes for patrons.
The menu matches the energy at The Trove, with a mix of Mediterranean, Middle-Eastern, and pan-American cuisines.. The menu is also super vibrant with a variety of colours, such as purple from the Breasola With Olive Oil And Black Pepper, brown and red Strawberry Croissant, pink Crispy Veal Bacon, and more. What’s not to love!
- Location: Ground Floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Contact: 04-347-7444
Gia
We love Italian cuisine a little too much, it may seem, but Gia is worth the mention. This Italian restaurant combines traditional Italian recipes with the flavours of the Middle East to create a dining experience worth remembering.
A bonus is the terrace seating Gia offers, which gives visitors an exciting view of the Dubai Fountain. Choose from the variety of pizzas and pasta on the menu, or try mouthwatering desserts, including the Tiramisu and Oro Fondente.
- Location: Ground Floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Contact: 04-234-9986.
Huqqa The Market
Huqqa The Market adds a dramatic flair to Turkish cuisine, with each item curated to excite and mesmerise patrons. This restaurant offers Turkish cuisine with a contemporary twist, and stunning views of the Dubai Fountain from the terrace of Fashion Avenue.
Fancy a flying barbecue? Or perhaps a foggy mountain? These names probably seem bizarre to you, but yes, they’re just one of the many exciting dishes on Huqqa’s menu. If you’re ready for a pinch of drama while dining, step into this fantastic Turkish restaurant in Fashion Avenue. Huqqa is also a great place to visit if you’re looking for a place to smoke shisha in Downtown Dubai.
- Location: Third Floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Contact: 800-487-72
La Maison Ani
As the name might have given away, La Maison Ani is a French-Mediterranean restaurant in Fashion avenue. A minimalistic yet luxurious dining experience, this restaurant offers scrumptious baked goodies and desserts that are crafted to perfection.
We believe that beauty is in the details, which can be seen in each of La Maison Ani’s dishes. The small details such as the glazing, colours and layering of items make it a treat to the eye, along with being a gastronomical experience.
- Location: Ground Floor, Fashion Avenue
- Timings: 09:30 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: 04-456-1989
Frequently Asked Questions
How is parking at Fashion Avenue?
Fashion Avenue has its own parking space, called Fashion Parking. When entering the Dubai Mall parking, follow the signs for Fashion Parking so that you can reduce your walk from the parking lot to the shopping area.
What other activities can I indulge in at Dubai Mall?
Dubai Mall has a host of activities for kids and adults alike. There’s the Dubai Mall Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, Kidzania (with its exciting adventures for children), a haunted house called Hysteria, and more. Then, of course, you also have the Dubai Fountain viewing experience. Check out our guide to activities in Dubai Mall for a more in-depth idea of the things to do at this fabulous mall!
Beyond Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall also has other great places to dine. We’d totally get it if you’re just craving a friend chicken from Al Baik or KFC, or a succulent steak from Texas Roadhouse. Start exploring the many dining spaces with our guide to the restaurants at Dubai Mall.
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