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Best Modern French restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Elegant settingThe stylish interior, terrace and comfortable seating create a polished but relaxed backdrop for dinners, gatherings and special occasions.
French favouritesEscargot, truffle pizza, calamari and beef tartare are among the dishes reviewers repeatedly return to or recommend.
RSVP is a modern French restaurant in Al Wasl, pairing an elegant, art-led setting with French cooking and creative touches. Reviews make it appealing for a special dinner, with standout plates such as escargot and truffle pizza, while breakfast brings a more relaxed Parisian-style experience.
View full business page →Tip: Plan parkingAllow extra time for parking, particularly at busy periods; paid parking or valet may be needed.
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What people like
French breakfastThe almond croissant is praised for its flaky pastry and rich almond cream, while the Croque Madame and French toast also stand out.
Outdoor seatingThe outside tables are described as relaxed and comfortable, particularly when Dubai’s winter weather is pleasant.
La Brasseria is a Parisian-style brasserie in Dubai Marina, serving comfort food in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating. Reviews make breakfast a strong draw, especially the almond croissant, shakshouka and Croque Madame.
View full business page →Tip: Try breakfastBreakfast is a reliable starting point: consider the shakshouka, fresh bread basket or a breakfast that includes coffee and juice.
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What people like
Smooth shishaSeveral reviews praise the shisha, including smooth, premium flavours and long sessions.
Sports screensThe venue has multiple TVs and beIN Sport channels, with different football matches shown across the screens.
Café De Paris is a hookah bar and restaurant in Downtown Dubai, with shisha, French-style dishes and a lively setting for watching football. Reviews also point to a quieter non-smoking room, café drinks and desserts, making it more versatile than a shisha-only lounge.
View full business page →Tip: Choose indoorsIn hot weather, choose indoor seating rather than the outdoor area, which has been reported to lack cooling.
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What people like
Relaxed ambienceThe spacious, leafy outdoor area and quieter mood suit conversations better than a loud party brunch.
Seafood dishesPoached sea bass, sea bass ceviche, linguine and the seafood trio were all specifically praised by diners.
Garth is a Southern European neo-bistro in The 9 Lounge at Kempinski Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha, with Italian, Greek and Southern French influences. Reviews point to it for a relaxed meal, especially its breakfast and Saturday brunch, in a stylish indoor or outdoor setting.
View full business page →Tip: Try breakfastFor a morning visit, use the 9-to-12 breakfast window and consider the croque madam or salmon toast.
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