Friday, July 5, 2024 Last evening, MICHELIN unveiled the third edition of its prestigious MICHELIN Guide Dubai at a grand event hosted at the newly inaugurated One&Only One Za’abeel. The ceremony was marked by the announcement that Row on 45 had joined the ranks of esteemed eateries in Dubai to be awarded two MICHELIN Stars, bringing the city’s total to four such restaurants. This year’s MICHELIN Guide for Dubai lists 106 restaurants, a significant increase of 53.

6% from the initial count of 69 in 2022. The list grew from 90 in 2023, reflecting the rapid growth and diversity of Dubai’s culinary offerings. This expansion is the result of thorough assessments by MICHELIN’s renowned anonymous inspectors.

In the 2024 guide, Dubai boasts four two-starred and 15 one-starred restaurants, with four new entries gaining one star. Additionally, the city now hosts 18 Bib Gourmand and three MICHELIN Green Star restaurants. Indian cuisine is making a prominent impact, with 11 concept-dining spots featured in the guide.

New to the Bib Gourmand category this year is Revelry, a tapas bar that builds on the successful framework laid by Trèsind Studio and avatāra—both retaining their stars from previous years. Chef Himanshu Saini’s Trèsind Studio and chef Rahul Rana’s avatāra continue to draw accolades, while Indya by Vineet remains a staple in the Bib Gourmand section. Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), said: “We prou.