Creative cooking
Imaginative dishes range from duck liver with citrus gel to seafood medley and blue lobster in licorice butter.
Pierre's TT
Dubai Festival City
Pierre’s TT is a French fine-dining restaurant at Dubai Festival City, led by Chef Pierre Gagnaire. Reviews point to imaginative dishes such as black truffle pizza and Wagyu Medallion, alongside polished service and waterfront views with fountain shows.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
274 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong service
The team is repeatedly described as knowledgeable, attentive and polished, with menu guidance that never feels intrusive.
Waterfront setting
Creek-facing tables, fountain performances and occasional fireworks give the meal a distinctly scenic backdrop.
Generous portions
One diner noted that portions were larger than expected for a high-end restaurant, while another found five to six shared dishes plenty for three.
Celebration care
Birthday and anniversary reviews mention thoughtful touches including surprise desserts, flowers, macarons and personalised menus.
Seasonal changes
The menu changes with the season, and one review says it is updated every four months, giving returning diners a reason to revisit.
What to Eat at Pierre's TT 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 Pierre's TT, 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 Pierre's TT got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Apple tart dessert Net +2
“The food was exquisite and the staff were very warm and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed the squid rings in black garlic sauce in particular and the apple tart dessert was indeed an indulgent showstopper.”
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“The food was exquisite and the staff were very warm and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed the squid rings in black garlic sauce in particular and the apple tart dessert was indeed an indulgent showstopper.”August 2025
“My other dishes were as exceptional as expected but it was the apple tart that stole my heart that night.”May 2018
Honorable mentions (28)
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36 Months old comte cheese with white chocolate mikado Net +1
“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”
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“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”March 2019
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Arancini croquette Net +1
“The Arancini Croquette was so delicious. Make sure to eat it as soon as it is served as it is hot.”
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“The Arancini Croquette was so delicious. Make sure to eat it as soon as it is served as it is hot.”March 2019
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Autumn chocolate biscuit Net +1
“A special comment for the desert “Autumn Chocolate Biscuit”. That was amazing, chocolate fans would love it.”
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“A special comment for the desert “Autumn Chocolate Biscuit”. That was amazing, chocolate fans would love it.”November 2024
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Auvergne blue cheese mousseline with date veil Net +1
“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”
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“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”March 2019
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Blue lobster in frothy licorice butter Net +1
“The second course, blue lobster in frothy licorice butter, was wonderful and delicately balanced with baby carrots and vanilla-scented parsnips, and plated with a visual restraint that allowed the ingredients to shine. I didn’t leave much for the dish washer!”
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“The second course, blue lobster in frothy licorice butter, was wonderful and delicately balanced with baby carrots and vanilla-scented parsnips, and plated with a visual restraint that allowed the ingredients to shine. I didn’t leave much for the dish washer!”September 2025
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Cheese and grape night Net +1
“I went last Monday to try the newly launched Cheese and Grape night at Pierre’s Bistro & Bar located at the Intercontinental Hotel at Dubai Festival City.”
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“I went last Monday to try the newly launched Cheese and Grape night at Pierre’s Bistro & Bar located at the Intercontinental Hotel at Dubai Festival City.”March 2019
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Chef's apple pie Net +1
“The food was truly delicious (especially the chef's apple pie, which is incredible) and the service was perfect, with attentive and thoughtful waiters.”
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“The food was truly delicious (especially the chef's apple pie, which is incredible) and the service was perfect, with attentive and thoughtful waiters.”February 2026
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Chicken shimisu Net +1
“Had the black truffle pizza last night (crust could have been baked a little longer for my personal preference) and came back again for the chicken Shimisu.”
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“Had the black truffle pizza last night (crust could have been baked a little longer for my personal preference) and came back again for the chicken Shimisu.”March 2022
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Choco souffle Net +1
“Then we had choco souffle for dessert. It had a pistachio cake dipped in it. It also came with a side. The desert was splendid.”
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“Then we had choco souffle for dessert. It had a pistachio cake dipped in it. It also came with a side. The desert was splendid.”April 2025
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Coconut cheesecake Net +1
“Truffle pizza and coconut cheesecake was exceptional.”
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“Truffle pizza and coconut cheesecake was exceptional.”April 2023
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Duck liver with that super thin citrus gel Net +1
“Tasty and creative meals. A kind and generous chef who came to greet us, shared a lot interesting and useful information with us. Definitely worth to visit and to come back! Duck liver with that super thin citrus gel, tartalets, a super creative improvisation of merengue with citrus fruits will always stay in my heart. Thank you!”
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“Tasty and creative meals. A kind and generous chef who came to greet us, shared a lot interesting and useful information with us. Definitely worth to visit and to come back! Duck liver with that super thin citrus gel, tartalets, a super creative improvisation of merengue with citrus fruits will always stay in my heart. Thank you!”June 2026
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Fried frogs legs Net +1
“The truffle pizza from different world, first time to eat fried frogs legs it tasted so good.”
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“The truffle pizza from different world, first time to eat fried frogs legs it tasted so good.”April 2023
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Frog legs with garlic and parsley Net +1
“I ordered my all time favourite frog legs with garlic and parsley cooked to such perfection they melt on a tongue.”
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“I ordered my all time favourite frog legs with garlic and parsley cooked to such perfection they melt on a tongue.”May 2018
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King crab and razor clams à la nantaise Net +1
“My meal began with king crab and razor clams à la Nantaise, elegantly paired with a leek fondue that added subtle depth and richness.”
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“My meal began with king crab and razor clams à la Nantaise, elegantly paired with a leek fondue that added subtle depth and richness.”September 2025
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Merengue with citrus fruits Net +1
“Tasty and creative meals. A kind and generous chef who came to greet us, shared a lot interesting and useful information with us. Definitely worth to visit and to come back! Duck liver with that super thin citrus gel, tartalets, a super creative improvisation of merengue with citrus fruits will always stay in my heart. Thank you!”
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“Tasty and creative meals. A kind and generous chef who came to greet us, shared a lot interesting and useful information with us. Definitely worth to visit and to come back! Duck liver with that super thin citrus gel, tartalets, a super creative improvisation of merengue with citrus fruits will always stay in my heart. Thank you!”June 2026
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Mont d’or cromesquis Net +1
“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”
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“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”March 2019
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Morbier melba toast Net +1
“The Morbier Melba Toast was in a very thin toast. It should be eaten immediately to enjoy the taste of the hot Morbier Cheese. So tasty!”
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“The Morbier Melba Toast was in a very thin toast. It should be eaten immediately to enjoy the taste of the hot Morbier Cheese. So tasty!”March 2019
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Parsley saint-maure goats cheese with redcurrant jelly Net +1
“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”
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“36 months old Comte Cheese with White Chocolate Mikado Parsley Saint-Maure Goats Cheese with Redcurrant Jelly Mont d’Or Cromesquis Auvergne Blue Cheese Mousseline with Date Veil Each one a different flavour, a different experience! In French, we say: Un Gout raffiné! And in English: A refined taste 😃”March 2019
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Raw tuna salad Net +1
“We had Black truffle pizza and Raw Tuna Salad for starters. Both were unique and rich in flavours.”
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“We had Black truffle pizza and Raw Tuna Salad for starters. Both were unique and rich in flavours.”April 2025
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Seafood medley starter Net +1
“Please give it a try and do take a punt on the seafood medley starter( sea urchin, haddock etc.). it was exceptional.”
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“Please give it a try and do take a punt on the seafood medley starter( sea urchin, haddock etc.). it was exceptional.”February 2026
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Set menu Net +1
“That’s 1300 for a couple for dinner excluding alcohol for a set menu. The food was good. I gave it a 4/5.”
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“That’s 1300 for a couple for dinner excluding alcohol for a set menu. The food was good. I gave it a 4/5.”February 2026
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Signature fois gras Net +1
“Every dish recommended and ordered was exquisite but special mention has to go to the Tiramisu for dessert which was easily one of the best on offer in Dubai and the signature fois gras that simply melted in the mouth.”
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“Every dish recommended and ordered was exquisite but special mention has to go to the Tiramisu for dessert which was easily one of the best on offer in Dubai and the signature fois gras that simply melted in the mouth.”October 2018
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Squid rings in black garlic sauce Net +1
“The food was exquisite and the staff were very warm and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed the squid rings in black garlic sauce in particular and the apple tart dessert was indeed an indulgent showstopper.”
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“The food was exquisite and the staff were very warm and attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed the squid rings in black garlic sauce in particular and the apple tart dessert was indeed an indulgent showstopper.”August 2025
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Tiramisu Net +1
“Every dish recommended and ordered was exquisite but special mention has to go to the Tiramisu for dessert which was easily one of the best on offer in Dubai and the signature fois gras that simply melted in the mouth.”
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“Every dish recommended and ordered was exquisite but special mention has to go to the Tiramisu for dessert which was easily one of the best on offer in Dubai and the signature fois gras that simply melted in the mouth.”October 2018
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Truffle brie with lamb salad Net +1
“The Truffle Brie with Lamb salad was exceptional.”
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“The Truffle Brie with Lamb salad was exceptional.”March 2019
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Truffle pasta Net +1
“The truffle pasta, steak, and tartare were all phenomenal.”
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“The truffle pasta, steak, and tartare were all phenomenal.”December 2024
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Tuna tataki Net +1
“The Tuna Tataki was divine… From the first bite, a blast of flavours will spread in your mouth…”
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“The Tuna Tataki was divine… From the first bite, a blast of flavours will spread in your mouth…”March 2019
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Wagyu medallion Net +1
“Then for the main course we ordered Wagyu Medallion and chicken breast. The beef melted in the mouth with the onion truffle marmalade and the sauce. I savoured every bit of it.”
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“Then for the main course we ordered Wagyu Medallion and chicken breast. The beef melted in the mouth with the onion truffle marmalade and the sauce. I savoured every bit of it.”April 2025
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Vodka martinis Net +1
“Very good Vodka Martinis too!”
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“Very good Vodka Martinis too!”February 2020
What to Avoid (2)
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Ribs Net −1
“The ribs were cooked well but rough fully underseasoned.”
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“The ribs were cooked well but rough fully underseasoned.”October 2024
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Risotto Net −1
“The risotto was al dente, making it taste more like a lentil.”
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“The risotto was al dente, making it taste more like a lentil.”October 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow travel time. Build in extra time to reach Dubai Festival City if coming from Downtown or Marina; one reviewer found the location out of the way.
Request a view. Ask when booking for a waterside or Creek-facing table if the scenery matters; reviews specifically mention sunset views and fountain performances.
Try truffle pizza. Black truffle pizza is one of the clearest recurring dish recommendations, though one diner preferred its crust baked longer.
Confirm set menus. Check the menu and total before booking special-date dinners: a Valentine’s set menu was reported at AED 650 per person excluding alcohol.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Promenade level - Intercontinental
Al Kheeran - Dubai Festival City, Dubai
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Noise risk
A neighbouring party’s music disrupted one Valentine’s Day dinner for 45 minutes, followed by loud music from Pierre’s speaker.
High pricing
A Valentine’s set menu cost AED 650 per person before alcohol, and one couple felt the overall AED 1,400 spend was not worthwhile.
Uneven flavours
One diner found the meal lacked a connecting thread, with underseasoned ribs and risotto that tasted more like lentils.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 125
cheese platter with a glass of grape
“AED 125 cheese platter with a glass of grape”Google review · March 2019
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The Bottom Line
Pierre’s TT is a polished French fine-dining restaurant at Dubai Festival City, led by Chef Pierre Gagnaire. It suits a celebratory dinner or an occasion when the setting matters as much as the food: reviews describe Creek views, fountain performances and occasional fireworks, alongside attentive service that is knowledgeable without feeling intrusive. There is plenty to explore beyond a standard French menu.
Reviewers specifically mention the black truffle pizza, Wagyu Medallion, seafood medley starter with sea urchin and haddock, and the chef’s apple pie. Other memorable plates include blue lobster in frothy licorice butter, duck liver with citrus gel and squid rings in black garlic sauce. Portions can be more generous than expected for this level of dining, and the menu changes with the season.
Pierre’s also receives strong marks for birthdays, anniversaries and romantic dinners, with reviewers describing curated menus, surprise desserts, flowers and small takeaway treats. Book ahead and explain the occasion if you want the team to plan around it. The main cautions are price and occasional noise.
One Valentine’s set menu was AED 650 per person before alcohol, while a neighbouring party disrupted another dinner for 45 minutes. If travelling from Downtown or Marina, allow extra time for the Dubai Festival City location.