The Best South East Asian Restaurants In Dubai

Here’s Talking Fork’s curated guide to the best South East Asian inspired restaurants in Dubai.

 
 

INDOCHINE DUBAI - Gate Precinct Building 3 DIFC - Dubai

Beautiful French x Vietnamese flavors in super stylish & sophisticated surrounds in the heart of DIFC with a sublime playlist and outstanding service.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED 1000+

GOOD FOR: Glam nights out or wooing someone special, celebrations.

INSIDER TIP: The Sea Bream Carpaccio is something to behold. Otherwise Caramel Black Cod.

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NONYA DUBAI - Level 44 - Taj Hotel JLT - Dubai

High end SE Asian inspired dining in a monumentally stylish locale featuring 3 bars.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED 1000+

GOOD FOR: Date nights, groups and birthdays and impressing clients.

INSIDER TIP: There’s a lot choose from, best to get a gang together and dig into the sharing menu.

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CAFE ISAN STREET FOOD & BAR - Aramada Hotel - Cluster P - JLT- Dubai

The real deal when it comes to Authentic Thai food with great outdoor dining vibes.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED 500+

GOOD FOR: Workday nights for drinks and super weekend styling with friends.

INSIDER TIP: Huge menu! The Whole Squid & the Masamam Curry are the bomb. Best Thai in Dubai.

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MAMAFRI - Jumeriah Beach Road - Dubai

A small, sleek and luxe styled eatery that crafts immaculate dishes with loads of flavor.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED -500

GOOD FOR: Midweek Asian cravings, weekend family get togethers over lunch.

INSIDER TIP: Their headline Sando is a crowd favorite but we love the Curry.

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STREETERY FOOD HALL - Lake Level - Cluster D - JLT - Dubai

A food hall experience with authentic Thai, Chinese, Malaysian, Indonesian & Korean street food flavors.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED -500

GOOD FOR: Midweek Asian cravings, casual family get togethers.

INSIDER TIP: Both the Malay Curry & Laksa are immaculate but the Hainanese Chicken is to die for.

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THE LITTLE BALI - Cluster U - JLT - Dubai

Cheap and cheerful traditional Bali inspired dishes packed full of authentic flavors.

EXPECT TO PAY: AED -500

GOOD FOR: Truly authentic Balinese food with friends and mid week chow downs.

INSIDER TIP: They love hot spice, if you don't - then go easy on it, oh and get the Satay Sampler.

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