Dubai’s best private dining experiences

A dinner for two can’t get much more exclusive than a private degustation experience at Armani/Ristorante, located in the iconic Burj Khalifa. One of Armani Hotel’s most popular dining spots, the restaurant celebrates the ingredients and flavours of various regions in Italy. Although the dishes follow traditional culinary sensibilities, every aspect of the dining experience is brushed with contemporary flair from the designer brand.

Little compares to dining amidst the desert dunes and Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa pulls out all the stops at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. It may as well be a scene out of Aladdin – from the rolling landscape to the Persian rugs, linen cloths and warm glow of candlelights. Watch the desert flora and fauna while enjoying some of the finest Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This is truly a magical experience, no matter the occasion.

Miss Lily’s brings a Caribbean island flavour to the heart of the city and is one of the hottest late-night spots. To tune down the surrounding revelry and turn up the cosy for a gathering of your closest friends and family, choose the restaurant's private dining room which can seat 14 guests. It mimics the pantry of an avid cook, with colourful jars and cans lining shelves – an opportunity for diners to look around and discover new seasonings, flavours and surprises.

Bringing the best of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian culture and cuisine to Dubai's shores, the first Middle East location of SushiSamba can be found on the 51st floor of the Palm Tower at Palm Jumeirah. Designed by New York-based architects ICrave, it feels like an oasis in the sky. The private dining room seats 14 guests and comes with its very own AV system, plus floor-to-ceiling windows and golden walls. This is a setting designed to impress. 

This buzzing restaurant at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is incredibly popular, and there’s a lot to shout about. The jungle-esque décor is on point and will make you feel as though you’re deep in the rainforest, travellling along the Amazon River. The private dining room here seats 14 people and looks out onto the incredible rooftop terrace. The Latin American menu features the best of the best, from the freshest seafood to perfectly grilled meats.

Made famous by its sibling in London's The Shard, this Chinese fine dining restaurant boasts its own stunning location right in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre. The dining hall can be split to create a large conference room or more intimate dining spaces decorated with Chinese lanterns and moody interiors. Order the scallop, squid and shrimp dumplings and truffle egg fried rice, with the option to inject as much heat as you like into each order.

Inspired by 16th century Tudor architecture, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal's private dining space seats up to 12 guests for a tailored dinner experience. Feel like you're at a medieval banquet with the large velvet chairs, suspended chandelier and a menu with inspirations dating back to the 1300s. The one Michelin star restaurant at Atlantis The Royal is unlike anything else you'll find in Dubai, making for the perfect private experience.

The stunning ocean-view section of Nobu at Atlantis, The Palm can be sectioned off into private rooms of various sizes, thanks to a clever sliding door design. Whether you're looking to book an intimate gathering or a corporate get-together, this flexible space can provide an ideal solution. Dine on exquisite Japanese cuisine while taking in endless sea views from Palm Jumeirah's northernmost point.