Restaurants, Foods to Try in UAE in November

As November unfolds with cool weather and occasional rain in the UAE, the culinary scene offers a diverse array of food offerings and deals for enthusiasts. Here are some restaurants and foods that you absolutely need to try in the UAE in November.

Celebrations Abound

Joe’s Backyard in Dubai Festival City marking its fifth anniversary on November 30, featuring Latin and international live music and delectable dishes from the a la carte menu.

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Sausage Saloon’s 26th Anniversary

Sausage Saloon, a South African hotdog brand in Dubai Festival City Mall, celebrates its 26th anniversary with a unique offer, presenting 26 free hotdogs daily from November 20 to 25. Meanwhile, the culinary landscape sees new openings like Greek restaurant Anása in Conrad Dubai, introducing a refreshed menu featuring Greek delights and Mediterranean favorites.

Healthy Eating and Fusion Flavors

Boga Superfoods, a recent addition to Dubai’s dining scene, emphasizes healthy eating with a menu comprising breakfast, sandwiches, salads, juices, and desserts. Opso, a fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine, emerges at Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, presenting signature dishes such as tuna-caviar pizza and Wagyu maki with black truffle.

Expanding Culinary Horizons

The dining options in the UAE continue to expand, with the opening of Local’s second location at The First Collection Waterfront, Business Bay, offering diverse international cuisine and themed nights. The Barnyard introduces breakfast, lunch, and dinner options at Dubai Hills, providing a cozy setting with indoor and outdoor seating.

Expo City Dubai’s Gastronomic Extravaganza

Expo City Dubai unveils an impressive lineup of 28 food and beverage brands, featuring renowned chefs like Michelin Star Chef Rohit Ghai. Amidst these culinary delights, the Swissôtel Al Ghurair presents a tempting Sunday brunch, showcasing international dishes ranging from Swiss cheese fondue to Syrian lamb ouzi.

Scandinavian-inspired Bakery Treats

The gastronomic scene also sees breakfast offerings at Armani/Caffè, Lebanese delights at Ka’ak Al Manara Restaurant and Bakery, and a business lunch at Beau Rivage Bistro featuring French dishes. For Japanese cuisine enthusiasts, Soon Nobby x True Izakaya in Jumeirah Lake Towers presents a business lunch menu with delectable Japanese set meals.

Fresh Flavors of Autumn

Autumn brings fresh flavors to the UAE, with Bageri Form unveiling a Scandinavian-inspired bakery menu featuring whipped brie and honey tartine, mushroom and labneh tartine, and caper tapenade and halloumi tartine. ‘Le Pre Winter Pop-Up,’ a food market in Al Ain, welcomes food enthusiasts with an array of food brands, live music, and entertainment.

Truffle Season and Autumn-themed Desserts

Café Milano at Four Seasons Abu Dhabi introduces a truffle season menu, showcasing dishes like beef tartare with quail egg and honey truffle dressing. Risen Café and Artisanal Bakery presents special autumn-themed desserts, including spiced pumpkin and carrot cake.

Sushi Nights, Tasting Menus, and Revamped Offerings

Le Gourmet at Galeries Lafayette unveils a sushi night every Thursday, while Tagomago on Palm Jumeirah offers a chef tasting menu for two with Spanish delights. Belgian Beer Café at Grand Millennium Dubai entices diners with a revamped menu, and Café Society in Dubai Marina introduces diverse offers, including Pasta Tuesdays, pizza discounts, and unlimited sushi on Wednesdays.

Sizzling Delights at Yoko Sizzlers

Lastly, Yoko Sizzlers tempts taste buds with over 60 sizzlers at their Al Karama and Al Nahda branches, featuring savory and sweet options such as their renowned sizzling brownie.