Experience molecular gastronomy at these Dubai restaurants
Molecular gastronomy is a dining trend that’s becoming increasingly popular around the world – and Dubai is no exception. If you’re a foodie at heart or love to watch food shows on TV, chances are you’re already familiar with the concept. Many of Dubai’s finest chefs are creating innovative menus by incorporating scientifically savvy cooking techniques, such as syringe infusions and liquid nitrogen flash freezing. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of restaurants that are reinventing the wheel when it comes to the science of culinary excellence. Read on to find out where you can enjoy molecular gastronomy in Dubai.
BEST MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY RESTAURANTS IN DUBAI
Dubai is home to some of the best groundbreaking restaurants heralded by critics far and wide. Not sure where to start? Here are our picks for molecular gastronomy food in Dubai!
TRESIND
With a Michelin Star under its belt, Tresind offers an experience like no other. The restaurant features Indian modernist cuisine with one of the best tasting menus in Dubai, featuring a la carte dishes and lunch sets. You’ll find some true gems in the chef’s tasting, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available.
- Location: Level 2, Voco Hotel, Sheikh Zayad Road, Trade Centre Area
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 300
- Timings: 12:00 pm – 11:30 pm
- Contact: +971-4-308-0440 | +971-56-420-9754
MOLECULE
Molecule takes an ingredient-centric approach to weaving bold flavours. Their menu includes variety of pastas, risottos and other classic dishes. It’s considered one of the top eateries in Dubai Design District. But the stars at this restaurant are the meat molecule steaks. Expect “culinary foam”…and lots of it!
- Location: Ground Floor, Building 6, Dubai Design District
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 250
- Timings: 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-526-0399 | +971-4-874-729
SPICEKLUB
Dubai is no stranger to restaurants fusing unexpected combinations of flavours and SpiceKlub is a fine example. Inspired by the molecular gastronomy of North India, the restaurant stands tall amongst the Indian vegetarian restaurants in the emirate. Their star sellers are dal makhni, paneer tikka biryani and a variety of naan to complement your choice of gravy.
- Location: Al Reffa Building, Opposite Aster Hospital, Kuwait Street, Mankhool
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 180
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 12:00 pm – 03:30 pm | 06:30 pm – 11:30 pm
- Contact: +971-4-526-0142
FARZI CAFE
Looking for more molecular gastronomy Indian food in Dubai? Well, look no further! Farzi cafe is decidedly unique, with both food and plating that is nothing short of eye-catching. Their vegan menu features daal chawal, tandoori cheese kulcha and Bombay bhel. It is also one of the top Indian restaurants in Dubai.
And for those of you who want to enjoy some good ol’ “chaat”, then head to the restaurant between 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm to enjoy Chowpatty pe bhel puri and waffle, lal quille wali sev dahi puri and Mexican gol gappe. Or maybe make the most of their all-you-can-eat menu?
- Location: Multiple Locations
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 95
- Timings: Sunday 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Monday to Thursday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Friday and Saturday 10:00 am – 11:30 pm (Al Safa)
- Contact: +971-52-689-2012 | +971-4-394-2556 (Al Safa)
ENIGMA
The elegant and gorgeous setting perfectly mirrors the attractive food that makes its way to the dining tables at Enigma. Molecular gastronomy cooking techniques are often used to enhance the flavour of traditional dishes such as King legacy “meet the king of Persia” (featuring slow-cooked lamb rack and leg), flavours of Persian kababs, luscious stews and kabab mahi.
- Location: Ground Floor, West Wing, Palazzo Versace Dubai, Dubai Festival City
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 545
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-556-8830 | +971-4-556-8888 | +971-4-556-8805
SIGNATURE BY SANJEEV KAPOOR
This restaurant sets the stage for one of the most unique and varied dining experiences Dubai has to offer. Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor is a playground for the imagination. You can start with chicken potli masala broth or yakhni gosht shorba and then choose from a range of lamb and seafood kebabs featuring mutton boti kebab, tawa sarson mahi and sikandari raan.
- Location: The Canvas Hotel, Ground Level, Near Port Rashid, Mankhool
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 340
- Timings: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-526-0987
STAY BY YANNICK ALLENO
Not much can really be said about Stay by Yannick that hasn’t been already been, but it’s always worth reiterating the chef’s world-class culinary expertise. Yannick Alleno’s art deco gastonomic creations, both within the kitchen and on the plates, are a sight to behold. No wonder the restaurant made it to the Michelin guide Dubai – it’s undoubtedly one of the best places offering molecular gastronomy in the city.
- Location: One & Only The Palm, West Crescent, Palm Jumeirah
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 870
- Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 07:00 pm – 01:00 am (Closed on Monday)
- Contact: +971-4-440-1030
QUATTRO RISTORANTE
If you’re interested in playful dishes like ravioli rose and Pomodoro e Basilico, look no further than Quattro Ristorante. The menu has something for everyone with plenty of molecular gastronomy cooking techniques at play. Their chipotle cottage cheese burritos, enchilada and grilled vegetable quesadilla come highly recommended.
- Location: Al Reffa Building, Opposite Aster Hospital, Kuwait Street, Mankhool
- Average Cost for Two: From AED 230
- Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 12:00 pm – 03:30 pm | 06:30 pm – 11:30 pm | Monday 06:30 pm – 11:30 pm
- Contact: +971-4-393-9395
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ARE THERE MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANTS IN DUBAI?
Yes! The Michelin star restaurants in Dubai were recently announced with multiple places winning one and two stars.
ARE THERE ANY PLACES SERVING STREET FOOD IN DUBAI?
A big yes on this one! Wok’s Den, Wokyo and Seoul Garden are just a few of the places serving up amazing street food in Dubai.
WHICH RESTAURANTS ARE PET FRIENDLY IN DUBAI?
There are several pet-friendly restaurants in Dubai including Arrows and Sparrows, Irish Village and Cycle Bistro.
That concludes our round-up of the top molecular gastronomy restaurants in Dubai, all of which are solid options for mind-blowing meals. We hope you have a yummy time exploring these innovative eateries.
