La Niña

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This is a restaurant that pulsates with energy. The pale walls, tinkling water feature and diffused lighting may create a sense of calm, but this place majors on Latino-Iberian flair. While the business lunch and brunch set menus are popular, it’s when dusk falls that the fiesta starts with the evening dining experience. The food packs a punch, a melding of classical Portuguese, Spanish and contemporary South American cuisines – there’s everything from small bite spicy tuna tacos topped with caviar to huge sharing plates piled high with lobster, octopus, prawns, beef chorizo, padrón peppers and rice. As the night progresses, the ambience cranks up further with live singers, a trumpeter who weaves between tables, DJ and flamenco dancers. For the best view, ask for one of the red sofa booths and get into the spirit. This is the place to let your hair down.

Key Information

• Average price per person $87
• Tasting menu from $49
• Lunch and dinner: Tues – Sun
• 971 4 395 1300
• Visit La Niña's Website

Location

ICD Brookfield Place, Al Mustaqbal St, DIFC, Dubai,