This month, a beach club, bakery, and dessert shop have also made their debut. The UAE’s highly anticipated cooler months have arrived, bringing with them a sense of excitement and activity. In addition to the pleasant weather, there are nine new restaurants that have opened, offering a diverse range of cuisines, from exquisite Japanese dishes to flavors inspired by the majestic mountains of India.

Let’s take a closer look at what these new eateries have to offer.

First on the list is Blue Box Cafe, located in Dubai Mall. This Middle East outpost of the renowned jewellery house Tiffany & Co. is helmed by French chef Marion Lefebvre. The cafe serves afternoon tea, lunch, and dinner, but it is their “breakfast at Tiffany’s” that has captured the attention of many. Priced at Dh260, this sought-after experience offers a set menu featuring delicacies such as caviar Benedict, pancakes, avocado toast, and a variety of croissants. The all-day menu includes delectable options like shrimp iceberg salad, crispy langoustine, carpaccio, Wagyu tenderloin, and roasted cauliflower. Blue Box Cafe is open daily from 10am to midnight, and can be reached at 04 250 4935.

Next up is Chef’s, a steak and smokehouse restaurant that has embraced the current trend of smoked cooking. With sophisticated grills, imported woods, and chargrilled flavors, Chef’s is sure to satisfy any meat lover’s cravings. Their menu features Wagyu ribs, briskets, burgers, and smoked BBQ sandwiches. For a unique twist, they also offer beef bacon fries with a selection of sauces, including smoked maple sriracha and smoked cherry. Chef’s is open daily from noon to 1am and is located on Al Badaa Street in Al Satwa. For reservations, please call 04 298 8994.

These new additions to the culinary scene in the UAE offer a delightful array of flavors and experiences. Whether you’re in the mood for a luxurious breakfast at Tiffany’s or a mouthwatering smoked steak, these restaurants are sure to leave a lasting impression.Rohini, an Indian restaurant, recently opened in JLT, Dubai. It is the sister property of the renowned Michelin-lauded restaurant, Little Miss India, located in Fairmont The Palm. The menu at Rohini offers a variety of succulent kebabs and rich curries, primarily from North India and royal Mughlai cuisine. Some notable dishes include khasta palak, paya yakhni shorba, and raan-e-Musallam. For dessert, the saffron-infused shahi tukda, a fried bread soaked in scented sugar syrup and served with rabdi, is a must-try on cheat days. Rohini operates daily from noon to 1 am and can be found at Movenpick Jumeirah Lakes Towers. For reservations, please call 04 438 0064.

Limonata, an Italian beach club, is the latest venture from the team behind February 30, Black Flamingo, and The Theatre in Dubai. Located at Club Vista Mare, Limonata draws inspiration from the Italian Riviera in the 1960s, evident in its citrus-themed interior and comfortable sun beds, including mini loungers for children. The menu features Italian classics such as sea bass crudo, burrata salad, calamari fritti, and bruschetta pomodorini. Additionally, a variety of pasta and pizza options are available, with the tagliatelle al limone and Nutella calzone being highly recommended by the chef. Limonata is open daily from noon to 2 am and is situated in Palm Jumeirah. For inquiries, please call 058 140 5777.

Pahadi, an Indian restaurant, takes inspiration from the cuisine of mountain dwellers. It offers a selection of dishes from various regions in North and North-East India, including Kashmir, Manali, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Shillong. The rustic interior of Pahadi resembles an alpine chalet, creating a cozy ambiance. The menu features saffron rice, yak meat, river trout, black daal, and fermented vegetables with rhododendron honey, all seasoned with pahadi spices and homemade ghee. What sets Pahadi apart is its 24/7 operating hours, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite dishes at any time. Pahadi is located at Majestic Premier Hotel Bur Dubai. For reservations, please call 

The restaurant Social House in Dubai Mall has recently undergone a refurbishment and now offers a wide range of international cuisine, including fresh fish sashimi, authentic Italian wood-fire pizzas, tonnarelli carbonara, nasi goreng, baked truffle chicken, crispy salmon rice, bone marrow pie, crock pot truffle chicken, and miso Wagyu donburi. The restaurant is open from 9am to midnight on Sunday to Thursday, and from 9am to 1am on Friday and Saturday. Uchi, a Japanese fine-dining restaurant and bar located in Dubai International Financial Centre, offers a range of handcrafted seafood and meat dishes, including a premium Wagyu selection. Vegetarian options are also available. The restaurant is open from noon to 1am on Sunday to Thursday, and from noon to 2am on Friday and Saturday. Creme London, located at Dar Wasl mall, serves a range of cookies, desserts, and drinks, including miso and white chocolate cookies, s’mores hot chocolate, and banana toast latte. The bakery is open daily from 9am to 11pm.