Dome Display
The 15-metre vaulted ceiling and changing digital artwork are the restaurant’s defining visual feature.
DUOMO Dubai
Downtown Dubai
DUOMO is an Italian restaurant in Downtown Dubai, set within The Dubai Edition with dramatic interiors, changing ceiling projections and Burj Khalifa views. Reviews point to house-made truffle pasta, wood-fired pizza and a standout tiramisu, making it a setting-led choice for dinner or celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
657 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Burj Views
Outdoor seating can pair dinner with a Burj Khalifa view, and some guests have also seen the tower’s light displays.
Tiramisu
Tiramisu is the most consistently praised dessert, described by one reviewer as a masterclass and by others as top notch.
Italian Favourites
Reviews regularly highlight the truffle pizza, pasta and risotto, with several guests finding the food fresh, flavourful and well executed.
Celebration Setting
The romantic interiors, live singer and indoor and outdoor seating have worked well for Valentine’s dinners, anniversaries and engagements.
Warm Service
Many reviews describe attentive, friendly service, including helpful dish recommendations and polished hosting.
Generous Portions
One recent diner specifically found the portions satisfying alongside the delicious food.
What to Eat at DUOMO Dubai 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 DUOMO Dubai, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of DUOMO Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 2
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Tiramisu Net +9
“And of course tiramisu melting in the mouth 😍”
Positive 9Negative 0
Review excerpts
“And of course tiramisu melting in the mouth 😍”April 2026
“The menu highlights house-made truffle pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and a signature tiramisu, which stands out as a genuine masterclass in dessert execution.”June 2026
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Truffle pizza Net +3
“Very nice ambience, great food and friendly staff. I recommend the truffle pizza and tiramisu”
Positive 3Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“Very nice ambience, great food and friendly staff. I recommend the truffle pizza and tiramisu”March 2026
“The tiramisu is top notch along with the truffle pizza 👌🏻”October 2022
Honorable mentions (15)
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Burrata ravioli Net +1
“We had the Burrata Ravioli and Gnocchi e Funghi Selvatici from the pastas. The burrata ravioli was well executed but as a whole, a very heavy dish for me.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had the Burrata Ravioli and Gnocchi e Funghi Selvatici from the pastas. The burrata ravioli was well executed but as a whole, a very heavy dish for me.”April 2022
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Caprese cake Net +1
“The Caprese cake was an enjoyable finish to the evening.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Caprese cake was an enjoyable finish to the evening.”April 2022
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Carpaccio Net +1
“The highlights of the food were definitely the carpaccio and the gnocchi — both were exceptional.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The highlights of the food were definitely the carpaccio and the gnocchi — both were exceptional.”February 2026
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Carpaccio di manzo Net +1
“We really enjoyed carpaccio di manzo and grilled octopus - Polpo Arrosto - from the starters.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We really enjoyed carpaccio di manzo and grilled octopus - Polpo Arrosto - from the starters.”April 2022
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Caserecce al pomodoro Net +1
“One of my favourite dinner experiences! The setting is so beautiful the fennel salad is so refreshing and the Caserecce al pomodoro is mouth watering! Don’t leave without ordering these two.”
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Review excerpts
“One of my favourite dinner experiences! The setting is so beautiful the fennel salad is so refreshing and the Caserecce al pomodoro is mouth watering! Don’t leave without ordering these two.”May 2025
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Gnocchi Net +1
“The highlights of the food were definitely the carpaccio and the gnocchi — both were exceptional.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The highlights of the food were definitely the carpaccio and the gnocchi — both were exceptional.”February 2026
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Grilled octopus polpo arrosto Net +1
“We really enjoyed carpaccio di manzo and grilled octopus - Polpo Arrosto - from the starters.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We really enjoyed carpaccio di manzo and grilled octopus - Polpo Arrosto - from the starters.”April 2022
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Prawn salad Net +1
“The prawn salad was also delicious.”
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“The prawn salad was also delicious.”April 2022
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Ravioli Net +1
“The food was tasty, particularly the ravioli and the pizza.”
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“The food was tasty, particularly the ravioli and the pizza.”November 2023
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Roasted sea bass Net +1
“I really like the tagliatelle pasta and the roasted sea bass.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I really like the tagliatelle pasta and the roasted sea bass.”March 2023
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Salame piccante Net +1
“If you’re a pizza fan do try their Salame piccante, the crust is just perfect.”
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Review excerpts
“If you’re a pizza fan do try their Salame piccante, the crust is just perfect.”March 2023
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Tagliatelle pasta Net +1
“I really like the tagliatelle pasta and the roasted sea bass.”
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Review excerpts
“I really like the tagliatelle pasta and the roasted sea bass.”March 2023
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Tuna carpaccio Net +1
“The tuna carpaccio and the steak were delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The tuna carpaccio and the steak were delicious.”February 2022
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Margherita pizza Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I've had Truffle risotto which was very very average, and Margherita pizza which also was very average.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
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Truffle risotto Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I've had Truffle risotto which was very very average, and Margherita pizza which also was very average.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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Strawberry mojito Net +1
“The strawberry mojito was also refreshing and perfectly made.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The strawberry mojito was also refreshing and perfectly made.”February 2026
What to Avoid (7)
Food 7
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Fritto misto Net −1
“Tried the Fritto Misto and Parmigiana(Egg plant) but none of them had the ‘mama mia factor’”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Tried the Fritto Misto and Parmigiana(Egg plant) but none of them had the ‘mama mia factor’”March 2023
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Gluten-free pasta Net −1
“Among the dishes I ordered was gluten-free pasta. The sauce was good but unfortunately it was difficult to chew.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Among the dishes I ordered was gluten-free pasta. The sauce was good but unfortunately it was difficult to chew.”June 2025
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Gnocchi e funghi selvatici Net −1
“We had the Burrata Ravioli and Gnocchi e Funghi Selvatici from the pastas. The burrata ravioli was well executed but as a whole, a very heavy dish for me. As for the Gnocchi, I felt they were overcooked and slightly too cheesy for me.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We had the Burrata Ravioli and Gnocchi e Funghi Selvatici from the pastas. The burrata ravioli was well executed but as a whole, a very heavy dish for me. As for the Gnocchi, I felt they were overcooked and slightly too cheesy for me.”April 2022
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Parmigiana(egg plant) Net −1
“Tried the Fritto Misto and Parmigiana(Egg plant) but none of them had the ‘mama mia factor’”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Tried the Fritto Misto and Parmigiana(Egg plant) but none of them had the ‘mama mia factor’”March 2023
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Quinoa salad Net −1
“This place have a wonderful atmosphere to have dinner, and I really enjoy the projector and how it’s working with the music but when we come for food the Quinoa salad and Barata , was’t as much i expected it not unique and truffle pizza was so delicious.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“This place have a wonderful atmosphere to have dinner, and I really enjoy the projector and how it’s working with the music but when we come for food the Quinoa salad and Barata , was’t as much i expected it not unique and truffle pizza was so delicious.”November 2023
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Ricotta cheesecake Net −1
“Only thing I wouldn’t recommend ordering is the ricotta cheesecake.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Only thing I wouldn’t recommend ordering is the ricotta cheesecake.”October 2022
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Tuna torte Net −1
“The food was delicious. But The Tuna torte didn't quite meet my expectations.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The food was delicious. But The Tuna torte didn't quite meet my expectations.”June 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve in advance, especially for dinner, as one review says reservations must be taken ahead of time.
Check Showtimes. Ask when the ceiling or laser display will run; one guest waited from 5pm and was told it started at 7pm.
Confirm Terms. If booking a package or redemption offer, confirm the minimum spend and exactly what is redeemable before paying.
Choose Timing. For the full visual atmosphere, consider an evening booking rather than lunch, when the ceiling display may be switched off.
Allow Extra Time. Leave earlier than expected when driving: one diner found the hotel tricky to reach and the traffic lights slow.
Outdoor Seating. Choose the terrace for the Burj view and evening breeze, but note that one review says outdoor seating permits smoking.
Plan the visit
Practical details
11788 - The Dubai EDITION Dubai Fountain St The Dubai Edition Hotel - 34 Financial Ctr St
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Price Concerns
Some diners feel the prices reflect the view and setting more than the food, with one calling the value for money high.
Daytime Atmosphere
The ceiling display was not operating during one lunch visit, leaving the restaurant quieter than the social-media presentation suggested.
Service Gaps
A party of six received only four menus and five place settings, while another diner had to look for waitresses.
Music Mismatch
One diner felt the songs did not suit the restaurant’s atmosphere, despite other guests enjoying the music.
Food Consistency
Not every dish landed equally well: reviews call the gluten-free pasta difficult to chew, the pizza dough improvable and some dishes average.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED900+
nice dinner and some wine for two people
“The prices are on the higher side, a nice dinner and some wine for two people can cost AED900+”Google review · April 2022
800 AED
services
“I initially paid 800 AED with the understanding that the amount 650 AED would be fully redeemable toward services”Google review · March 2026
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The Bottom Line
DUOMO is an Italian restaurant in Downtown Dubai where the setting is almost as important as the meal. Inside The Dubai Edition, diners can sit beneath a 15-metre vaulted ceiling with changing digital artwork; outside, the terrace looks towards the Burj Khalifa. It suits date nights, anniversaries and other celebrations, particularly when the live singer or evening display is running.
The most reliable food mentions are the truffle pizza and tiramisu. Reviews also praise the carpaccio, gnocchi, risotto, fennel salad and Caserecce al pomodoro, while the menu includes wood-fired pizzas and house-made truffle pasta. Food feedback is not completely uniform: some diners found the menu basic or dishes average, and one found the gluten-free pasta difficult to chew.
Check the display schedule before booking lunch, since one daytime visitor found the ceiling screen switched off. Reserve ahead, confirm any package redemption terms, and allow extra time to find the hotel. Pricing can feel steep: one review says dinner and wine for two can exceed AED900, while another reported confusion over an AED800 payment and later redemption conditions.
Service is often warm and attentive, but a few visits had missing menus, cutlery delays or slow attention.