Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a time for delicious food, family, and celebrations. If you’re looking to elevate your Diwali dining experience in Dubai, here’s a guide to the city’s top fine dining Indian restaurants that are pulling out all the stops with festive menus and luxe ambiance.
Armani/Amal
Located in the Burj Khalifa, Armani/Amal offers an elegant Diwali dining experience with authentic Indian flavours. For the festival, they’re crafting a three-course menu with delights like tandoori Portobello and mini gulab jamun. The view of the Dubai Fountain show from the terrace makes it a top choice.
Trèsind – One&Only Royal Mirage
Known for unique progressive Indian cuisine in Dubai, Trèsind is celebrating a decade of excellence. The Diwali menu includes theatrical tableside preparations like butter pepper garlic prawns and cedarwood-smoked tandoori chicken. For an indulgent experience, try the chef’s tasting or degustation menus, which take you on a culinary journey across India with molecular flair.
Kinara by Vikas Khanna – JA The Resort
Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna brings his festive family-style menu to Kinara, located at JA The Resort. Complete with rangoli art, live entertainment, and Diwali décor, Kinara offers a warm, authentic ambiance perfect for families celebrating together.
Jamavar
Jamavar celebrates Diwali with an exclusive five-course tasting menu, offering a choice of vegetarian (AED 495) and non-vegetarian (AED 525) options, featuring signature dishes like the Sabudana Truffle Khichdi (a unique blend of sago pearls and truffle) and main courses such as Kerala Prawn Biryani. Each course is crafted with top-quality ingredients, served with a selection of sides like Dal Jamavar and Saffron Pulao, culminating with a sweet Gajrela dessert made from heritage carrots and cardamom. Jamavar’s elegant interiors, inspired by traditional Indian motifs, create the perfect ambiance for a Diwali celebration.
Masti
If you’re after a Diwali spot that’s full of life, flavor, and fun, Masti at La Mer is where you’ll want to be. True to its name, which means “fun” in Hindi, Masti serves up Indian cuisine with an inventive approach. Expect surprises—Chef Prashant Chipkar has crafted a menu that takes you on a journey through flavors, from tangy cassava chaat to their famous burrata butter chicken. The cocktails here are just as cool, with mixologists who know how to bring out a playful side to Indian classics.
Punjab Grill
If you’re ready for Diwali with a side of royal treatment, Punjab Grill at Anantara Downtown Dubai has a feast fit for a maharaja. Their special Diwali menu is a mouthwatering tribute to India’s culinary heritage, reimagined by Chef Sandeep Ail. Then there are the desserts. You’re not just getting any jalebi; you’re getting jalebi churros paired with a rich motichoor ladoo cheesecake—basically, all the sweets you crave on one plate. Whether you’re dining solo or bringing the whole clan, Punjab Grill brings the perfect combo of tradition and inventive spirit. The festive menu is on from October 25 to November 7, and prices start at AED 275 per person.
