Okay, food lovers — imagine this: you’re dining 100 meters above Dubai, nibbling on deconstructed souvlaki while watching the sunset bounce off the Burj Khalifa. Sounds dreamy? Welcome to Culinara, the city’s latest culinary flex opening May 2025 inside the architectural icon that is The Link at One Za’abeel. But let’s be clear: this isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a full-blown social event wrapped in 12 homegrown dining concepts, sprinkled with skyline views, and plated to perfection.
12 Concepts. One Epic Location. Zero Regrets.
Culinara is serving up a greatest hits playlist of homegrown culinary genius, all under one sky-high roof. Whether you’re a die-hard ramen slurper, a mezze muncher, or a coffee snob (no shame), there’s a little something here with your name on it.
Let’s take a delicious little stroll, shall we?
The Dish by Chef Sperxos
Greek-Mediterranean, but make it modern. We’re talking deconstructed lamb loin souvlaki and red prawn orzo saganaki that will have you whispering sweet nothings to your plate. Opa, indeed.
SIO Ramen House by Chef Reif Othman
This one’s a vibe. Umami-rich broths that taste like they’ve simmered for centuries (in a good way) and a Carbonara Udon that marries creamy decadence with crispy beef bacon and pecorino. Yes, it’s legal to love noodles this much.
KONA Pizza House (also Reif Othman – man’s on fire)
Fusion pizza? Don’t knock it till you’ve tried the Diavolina, a spicy, smoky, gooey lovechild of Wagyu ribs, gochujang tomato sauce, and galbi mayo. This is not your average slice. This is art. Edible, cheesy art.
Crudo Raw Tapas Bar
From the culinary bromance of Roberto Segura and Javier de la Flor comes a Mediterranean-meets-global lineup of crudos and tapas that look like they walked straight out of a foodie magazine spread. Think light, bright, and ridiculously fresh.
Seiran
Persian cuisine, but elevated to the gods. Smoky charcoal-grilled kebabs, saffron-drenched rice, and stews that basically hug you from the inside. Brought to life by Masoud Shafie, a man who clearly knows his way around a grill.
Joumana’s Table
Two brothers, one family legacy, and all the warm fuzzy feels of mama’s cooking — with a gourmet twist. Picture golden mezze, slow-cooked stews, and chargrilled meats that taste like love. Literally.
NETTE
A French-Japanese café where wellness meets indulgence (finally, someone gets it). Go for the Soy Glazed Ribeye, stay for the guilt-free vibes and that tomato ponzu gel you’ll be dreaming about later.
The Coffee Lab
Coffee nerds, assemble. Founder Osama Belshalat isn’t playing around — this is specialty coffee with capital S. Get your fix with a Spanish cortado or a coconut latte so good, it’ll make your regular flat white cry.
HighBall
Need a reason to stay past dinner? This is it. A stylish, buzzing bar where Soju Highballs, house infusions, and collab cocktails are the name of the game. Perfect for that “one drink after dinner” that turns into three. Oops.
ITALTOUCH + African + Eastern Concept Store
Culinara isn’t just about feasting — it’s also about flexing your inner gourmand. Sample truffle tastings, swoon over sustainable caviar, or snag a bottle of something fancy for later. Grocery shopping, but make it glamorous.
The Vibe: Social, Spirited, and Sky-High
Culinara isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a social playground. It’s where dinner turns into deep convos, where aperitivo hour comes with a skyline, and where you might casually bump into a guest chef doing something magical with saffron foam. There’s a calendar packed with themed nights, surprise events, and all the reasons to keep coming back (as if you needed convincing).
Oh, and did we mention there’s more to come? Yep — even more concepts will be unveiled, meaning every visit feels like a first date with your next food obsession.
So, if you’ve been waiting for a sign to book a table somewhere that’s equal parts wow-factor and warm vibes, Culinara is it. Come for the food, stay for the scene, and leave with a full belly and an even fuller camera roll.
Contact & Location
Phone: +9718006925
