Live performances
Singers, pianists, drummers and jazz musicians turn dinner into an atmospheric live show.
Belcanto Restaurant at Dubai Opera
Downtown Dubai
Belcanto is an Italian restaurant inside Dubai Opera in Downtown Dubai, pairing refined dishes such as handmade pasta with live music and opera-style entertainment. It suits date nights, celebrations and dinners where the theatrical setting matters as much as the food.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
1,933 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Italian dishes
Reviews specifically praise handmade pasta, pizza, burrata, ravioli and carefully balanced Italian flavors.
Tiramisu
The tiramisu is repeatedly described as light, creamy and balanced rather than overly heavy.
Terrace views
The terrace gives diners an alfresco setting with views of the Burj Khalifa.
Romantic setting
Red curtains, chandeliers, soft lighting and music create an intimate setting for date nights.
Private rooms
Private rooms were mentioned for more intimate dinners ranging from one to 12 people.
Attentive service
Guests describe service as warm, knowledgeable and attentive without feeling intrusive.
Pizza crust
The pizza is praised for a light, well-made crust that is not overloaded with toppings.
What to Eat at Belcanto Restaurant at Dubai Opera How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Belcanto Restaurant at Dubai Opera, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Belcanto Restaurant at Dubai Opera got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Tiramisu Net +8
“As for the food, every dish was exquisite, but you cannot leave without trying the tiramisu. It is, hands down, one of the best I’ve ever had—perfectly balanced and incredibly creamy.”
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“As for the food, every dish was exquisite, but you cannot leave without trying the tiramisu. It is, hands down, one of the best I’ve ever had—perfectly balanced and incredibly creamy.”February 2026
“The pizza and pasta were spot on, and the tiramisu was honestly so good, perfectly balanced and not too heavy.”February 2026
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Burrata Net +2
“For food we had burrata, risotto, and pizza, and everything was really tasty and well prepared.”
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“For food we had burrata, risotto, and pizza, and everything was really tasty and well prepared.”February 2026
“The service was impeccable — warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food. The truffle pasta was divine, perfectly balanced, and the burrata was one of the best I’ve had in the city.”November 2025
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Caprese Net +2
“We tried the caprese, pizza, ravioli, and finished with the tiramisu—every single dish was fresh, authentic, and full of flavor.”
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“We tried the caprese, pizza, ravioli, and finished with the tiramisu—every single dish was fresh, authentic, and full of flavor.”December 2025
“We tried the caprese, pizza, ravioli, and finished with the tiramisu—every single dish was fresh, authentic, and full of flavor.”February 2026
Honorable mentions (11)
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Eggplant with a cheese sauce Net +1
“The food was incredible! We loved the eggplant with a cheese sauce, it was something that I have never tried before but would definitely recommend for your starter.”
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“The food was incredible! We loved the eggplant with a cheese sauce, it was something that I have never tried before but would definitely recommend for your starter.”February 2026
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Gnocchi Net +1
“We started with the octopus and a fresh salad, both exquisitely prepared and full of flavor. The octopus was perfectly tender and seasoned, while the gnocchi for the main course was rich, buttery, and incredibly comforting.”
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“We started with the octopus and a fresh salad, both exquisitely prepared and full of flavor. The octopus was perfectly tender and seasoned, while the gnocchi for the main course was rich, buttery, and incredibly comforting.”January 2026
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Handmade pasta Net +1
“From handmade pasta that melted on the tongue to expertly cooked mains, it was clear that the kitchen is helmed by true masters.”
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“From handmade pasta that melted on the tongue to expertly cooked mains, it was clear that the kitchen is helmed by true masters.”January 2026
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Lemon sorbet Net +1
“For dessert, I highly recommend the tiramisu alongside a refreshing lemon sorbet. The chamomile tea served during mains came in the most beautiful teapot, adding another layer of elegance to the experience.”
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“For dessert, I highly recommend the tiramisu alongside a refreshing lemon sorbet. The chamomile tea served during mains came in the most beautiful teapot, adding another layer of elegance to the experience.”February 2026
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Octopus Net +1
“We started with the octopus and a fresh salad, both exquisitely prepared and full of flavor. The octopus was perfectly tender and seasoned, while the gnocchi for the main course was rich, buttery, and incredibly comforting.”
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“We started with the octopus and a fresh salad, both exquisitely prepared and full of flavor. The octopus was perfectly tender and seasoned, while the gnocchi for the main course was rich, buttery, and incredibly comforting.”January 2026
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Parmigiana di melanzane Net +1
“We ordered ricotta ravioli, Parmigiana di Melanzane, and a steak — everything was incredibly delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
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“We ordered ricotta ravioli, Parmigiana di Melanzane, and a steak — everything was incredibly delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Pesto pasta Net +1
“The food was outstanding and of exceptional quality. I ordered the pesto pasta, which was light yet full of flavor, and you could genuinely taste that the noodles were handmade. A huge compliment to the kitchen for delivering such a memorable dish.”
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“The food was outstanding and of exceptional quality. I ordered the pesto pasta, which was light yet full of flavor, and you could genuinely taste that the noodles were handmade. A huge compliment to the kitchen for delivering such a memorable dish.”February 2026
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Ricotta ravioli Net +1
“We ordered ricotta ravioli, Parmigiana di Melanzane, and a steak — everything was incredibly delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
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“We ordered ricotta ravioli, Parmigiana di Melanzane, and a steak — everything was incredibly delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Tasting menu Net +1
“The tasting menu was a true culinary journey, and the service was attentive without being intrusive.”
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“The tasting menu was a true culinary journey, and the service was attentive without being intrusive.”February 2026
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Truffle pasta Net +1
“The service was impeccable — warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food. The truffle pasta was divine, perfectly balanced, and the burrata was one of the best I’ve had in the city.”
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“The service was impeccable — warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food. The truffle pasta was divine, perfectly balanced, and the burrata was one of the best I’ve had in the city.”November 2025
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Truffle risotto Net +1
“Truffle risotto was rich and properly balanced, you can tell they know what they’re doing.”
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“Truffle risotto was rich and properly balanced, you can tell they know what they’re doing.”February 2026
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Green tea Net +1
“We started with the burrata, paired with a delicate green tea that complemented the flavours perfectly.”
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“We started with the burrata, paired with a delicate green tea that complemented the flavours perfectly.”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try tiramisu. Order the tiramisu for dessert; several reviews single it out for its light, creamy balance.
Ask for terrace. Request terrace seating if you want alfresco dining and a Burj Khalifa view.
Budget valet. If driving, factor in the reported 25 AED valet parking fee.
Choose seating. Front seating can let you watch table-side preparation and the musicians at the same time.
Expect music. Plan for live entertainment, including singers and piano; one guest reported performances every 30 minutes.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 5:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
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The Bottom Line
Belcanto is an Italian restaurant inside Dubai Opera in Downtown Dubai, aimed at evenings where the setting matters as much as the meal. Reviews describe handmade pasta, pizza, burrata, ravioli and tiramisu, with live performances making dinner feel closer to a small supper show than a routine restaurant visit. The strongest draw is the music: guests mention singers, piano, drums, jazz, opera arias and even violin or cello.
One review saw food prepared at the table while a singer, pianist and drummer performed; another says performances ran every 30 minutes. The sound is not always intrusive—one couple said the pianist and lighting created a romantic mood while they could still talk. Food feedback is consistently detailed rather than generic.
The tiramisu is repeatedly called light, creamy and balanced; the pizza is praised for its light, non-overloaded crust, while the truffle risotto and pesto pasta also stand out. Service is described as warm, knowledgeable and attentive without hovering. For a terrace visit, reviews mention Burj Khalifa views and an enclosed alfresco area.
A dated review reported valet parking at 25 AED. Private rooms were also mentioned for groups of one to 12. This is a special-occasion choice more than a quick, casual meal.