The Best Italian Restaurants in Dubai

At this internationally renowned brand in the Bulgari Resort Dubai, fine dining meets urban, cool Italian design at every corner. Beautifully simple dishes adorn the menu but pack complex, authentic Italian flavours. Its tasting menu will surely impress with its cohesive and modern plates put forward by the talented chef Giacomo Amicucci and his team.

Nothing says Italian glamour like Armani Ristorante located in the Burj Khalifa’s lower floors, in the Armani Hotel. This one MICHELIN star restaurant boasts stylish and elegant interiors, with a menu showcasing precise and modern Italian cooking. Delve into those flavourful and colourful dishes, and for that full Armani experience, opt for the tasting menu!

From the brilliant mind of chef Massimo Bottura, this one MICHELIN star restaurant’s interiors are as vibrant as its menu. With views overlooking the Palm Jumeirah’s skyline and blue coast, this eatery celebrates the Italian Riviera in the 1960s with its lively atmosphere and warm service.

Stunning views and fun twists on traditional dishes are what you can find at this Bib Gourmand. A female-run kitchen, Fi’lia, meaning daughter, celebrates Italian classics passed down through generations of mothers. Come here for artisanal pizzas and contemporary pastas!

Classic Italian elegance finds itself in the heart of DIFC at this MICHELIN-selected restaurant. Experience fine dining with all the usual favourites from pastas to risottos to pizzas and a smartly dressed staff. This popular place also serves up Cipriani signatures in a vibrant setting, so get ready for a good time.

Chic and understated are just a couple words to describe Il Borro Tuscan Bistro. Warm interiors in neutral tones and traditional Italian dishes transport guests from Dubai to Tuscany in matter of a few bites. The charming staff also creates the hospitable environment well-known to Italian culture.

Another hotspot in DIFC, Chic Nonna is the place to experience Florentine elegance in the main dining room, while the comfortable and vibey lounge upstairs is perfect for a few after-dinner drinks. Opt for the cavatelli cacio e pepe and Florentine crespelle, alongside a range of Italian classics.

Sitting at the end of its own pier, with views of the sea’s waves splashing beneath you, this Italian restaurant is the destination for a romantic outing. Savour in a mix of traditional and contemporary Italian plates paired with a beautiful setting.

Guests will be transported to a nautical Italian dream at this restaurant located in the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel. In true Dubai fashion, this fine dining experience is perfectly complimented by the hotel’s aquarium. Enjoy a selection of signature dishes hailing from its mother kitchen in Capri, as well as its own unique creations with an original twist.

Home to all things ‘la dolce vita’ and fresh pasta, this Italian gem in DIFC serves authentic dishes covering different Italy’s regions. Guests can indulge in flavourful and generous plates in a warm, welcoming setting, well-known to Italian roots.