It’s been two years since the launch of the Dubai Michelin Guide, recognising the unrelenting hard work, creativity, ingenuity and progression of the city’s culinary and restaurant scene. From honouring and modernising Emirati cuisine to a pool of offerings reflecting Dubai’s diverse ex-pat community, Dubai residents and tourists are delighting in more cuisines than ever before – be it in elegant fine dining restaurants, hotels, or unassuming, un-licensed eateries in the city’s less polished neighbourhoods. Building on the city’s achievements, the Dubai Michelin Guide 2024 has now been announced, including four special awards. Special awards included the second-ever Dubai Michelin ‘Opening of the Year’ – which went to homegrown success story, and the most beautiful restaurant in Dubai, The Guild.

Alongside the world-renowned stars, the newer Michelin Green Star was announced, alongside four new One Michelin Star restaurants, bringing the total number of One Michelin Star restaurants to 15. A new Two Michelin Stars restaurant was also announced, Row on 45, along with the award of One MICHELIN Star to four other restaurants, as well as six new Bib Gourmands.

Dubai Michelin Guide 2024 Two Star Restaurants

New entry

1. Row on 45

Retained from 2023

1. Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, Bulgari Resort Dubai
2. STAY by Yannick Alléno, One&Only The Palm
3. Tresind Studio

Dubai Michelin Guide 2024 One Star Restaurants

New entries

1. La Dame de Pic
2. Orfali Bros
3. Sagetsu by Tetsuya

Retained

1. Avatara
2. Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Atlantis The Royal
3. Moonrise
4. 11 Woodfire
5. Al Muntaha
6. Armani Ristorante, Armani Hotel Dubai
7. Hakkasan, Atlantis The Palm
8. Hōseki, Bulgari Resort Dubai
9. Ossiano, Atlantis The Palm
10. Tasca by José Avillez, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira
11. Torno Subito, W Dubai – The Palm

Dubai Michelin Guide 2024 Bib Gourmand

1. 21Grams
2. 3Fils
3. Aamara
4. Berenjak (new entry)
5. Al Khayma
6. Bait Maryam
7. Duo Gastrobar (new entry)
8. Goldfish
9. Hoe Lee Kow (new entry)
10. Ibn AlBahr
11. Indya by Vineet
12. Kinoya
13. Konjiki Hototogisu (new entry)
14. Reif Japanese Kushiyaki – Dar Wasl
15. Reif Japanese Kushiyaki – Dubai Hills
16. Revelry
17. Shabestan
18. Teible

Opening of the Year Award

The Guild

Michelin Green Star Award

Retained

1. Boca
2. Lowe
3. Teible

Dubai Michelin Guide 2024 Service Award

Showcasing the best service in Dubai, the Service Award was given to the team at DuangDy by BO.LAN. The warm team showcases the best in Thai hospitality and is led by General Manager Apichaya Khomson and Team Leader Veerawich (Champion) Chanthawatthamkul.

Sommelier of the Year Award

2024’s Sommelier Award goes to Michael Mpofu, the South African Sommelier dazzling guests each night at Celebrities by Mauro Colagreco. Known for his warm, affable and friendly approach, Michael’s passion for wine is infectious and his recommendations spot on.

Young Chef of the Year Award

Dubai Michelin Guide 2024’s Young Chef Award goes to Jesus Lobato Suarez who, at just 30 years old, is Head Chef at Smoked Room – a new Michelin Star restaurant for 2024.

The industry has boomed in recent years, putting Dubai on the world stage for dining, with the launch of MENA’s 50 Best and Gault&Millau – all working to give Dubai’s dining scene the global recognition it deserves.

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