Old Town & Al Fahidi
Wind-tower architecture, spice souks, and a Dubai that existed long before the towers did.
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What locals actually order
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Trèsind Studio
Three Michelin stars. Book six weeks out, or don't bother.
La Petite Maison
Sit on the terrace in January. Order the burrata, skip the mains.
Arabian Tea House
Breakfast in the courtyard before 9am, before the tour groups land.
Karak House
Chai and a regag at midnight — the most Dubai thing you can do for AED 15.
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Walk-in dinner in DIFC tonight, not stuffy?
Go to Gaia at Gate Village. The bar takes no reservations, so it is a reliable walk-in when the dining room is full, and the back courtyard is quieter than the front terrace. Order the sea bream carpaccio. If you would rather watch the chefs, the counter at Barrafina is walk-in only too.
Something quieterBook a tableWhat about drinks after?
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