The third edition of the annual Michelin Guide Dubai was revealed last week, showcasing both established and recently opened restaurants across the glamorous city. This year’s guide features 106 restaurants, each decided by Michelin’s anonymous inspectors.

Il Ristorante Niko Romito © Courtesy of Dubai Economy & Tourism

The 2024 edition recognizes four two-Michelin-starred restaurants and 15 one-Michelin-starred restaurants, four of which are newly awarded. Dubai is also now home to three restaurants with a Michelin Green Star and 18 Bib Gourmand restaurants. Thirty-five different types of cuisine are represented across the 106 restaurants in the guide.

Armani Ristorante © Courtesy of Dubai Economy & Tourism

Among the notable highlights was Row on 45, which became the fourth restaurant in Dubai to receive two Michelin stars. Located in Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, this fine-dining restaurant features a 17-course tasting menu by Chef Jason Atherton, serving innovative cuisine with world-class ingredients.

Ossiano © Courtesy of Dubai Economy & Tourism

Other restaurants receiving two stars include Il Ristorante-Niko Romito, STAY by Yannick Alléno and Trèsind Studio. One-star restaurants in 2024 include 11 Woodfire, Hakkasan, Ossiano, Torno Subito and Armani Ristorante. At Ossiano, dine on upscale dishes by Chef Gregoire Berger with floor-to-ceiling views into a massive aquarium.

Sagetsu by Tetsuya © Courtesy of Dubai Economy & Tourism

Newly added two-star restaurants like Sagetsu by Tetsuya, Smoked Room, Orfali Bros and La Dame de Pic Dubai also grace the guide. Sagetsu by Tetsuya, within One&Only One Za’abeel, sees Chef Tetsuya Wakuda bring modern Japanese fare to Dubai with seasonally focused dishes, signature sakes and an elevated culinary experience. Green star recipients include Boca, LOWE and Teible.

Several establishments earned a Bib Gourmand recognition, such as 21 Grams, Aamara, Bait Maryam and Goldfish. New restaurants like Konjiki Hototogisu, Revelry, DUO Gastrobar, Hoe Lee Kow and Berenjak also received this distinguished honor.

21 grams © Courtesy of Dubai Economy & Tourism

“Dubai is now truly recognized as an international gastronomic destination and its impressive development continues year on year,” said Gwendal Poullennec, international director, The Michelin Guides. “Its appeal isn’t just with international travelers or local gourmets; talented chefs and restaurateurs from around the world are now also attracted by its vibrant dining scene and arrive keen to make their own mark in the city. With so many different styles of restaurant and types of cuisine, there really is something for everyone.”