Zuma, Dubai International Financial Centre

Japanese restaurant Zuma has made its name as the king of the crowd when it comes to Dubai’s restaurant scene. Its lunches and brunches are so popular, it’s tricky to book, even more so now that social distancing measures are in place. It’s hard to believe there is a financial crisis when you arrive to the hustle and bustle of ‘ business as usual’ at Zuma. It’s also easy to forget there is a pandemic. The place is buzzing, one of the benefits of the current climate when fewer people are travelling.

The trendy space, located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the city’s Central Business District (CBD), not only serves up a vibe you might expect from hubs like London’s Canary Wharf, but exceptional food and service, plus the ebisu business lunch is excellent value.

First up is a traditional miso soup to whet the appetite, followed by a choice of two starters and one main, all for AED 137 (US$37). You can also opt for the express option of miso soup and a main for AED 76 ($20). The prawn and black cod gyoza or spinach salad are perennial favourites to start and the grilled Australian wagyu ribeye with truffle sauce a must for mains. Other tantalising treats include seared salmon with lime shiso soy to start and the melt-in-the-mouth black cod for main.

WHEN? Sunday to Thursday 12 noon – 2.00pm

HOW MUCH? AED 137 per person

WHERE? Gate Village 06, Podium Level – Al Mustaqbal St – Dubai

CALL +971 (0)4 425 5660

VISIT zumarestaurant.com/ locations/dubai

Japanese restaurant Zuma has made its name as king of the crowd