"In relaxed Jumeirah 1 surroundings, I found the Orfali brothers’ bistro to be a warm, personality-driven spot where Middle Eastern roots meet global influences—Mohamad Orfali’s travel-led approach informs dishes like the theatrical “come with me to Aleppo” Wagyu tenderloin skewers topped with sour cherry reduction. With Wassim and Omar overseeing pastries upstairs and Mohamad engaging diners on the floor, the experience feels personal and deeply rooted in the chefs’ story; don’t miss the corn bomb." - Claudia de Brito, Sophie Prideaux