Michelin Guide Dubai 2026: Closed restaurants retain stars as new winners emerge
Dubai's latest Michelin stars have been revealed, with two restaurants joining the prestigious list and another promoted to two stars – even as some of the city's award-winning dining rooms remain temporarily closed. The Michelin Guide Dubai 2026 was unveiled at a ceremony at Atlantis The Royal on Tuesday night, with 20 restaurants receiving at least one star. FZN by Bjorn Frantzen, which blends…
Dubai's annual Michelin Guide 2026 has been revealed, showcasing a mix of established dining establishments and new contenders vying for recognition. This year, 20 restaurants have secured at least one Michelin star, with FZN by Bjorn Frantzen and Tresind Studio retaining their three-star status. Orfali Bros, owned by Syrian brothers Mohammad, Wassim and Omar Orfali, has earned its first two-star rating, a testament to their contemporary Middle Eastern cuisine.
New additions to the guide include Birch, led by chef Arslan Berdiev, and Kigo, a Japanese fine-dining restaurant offering sushi omakase and kaiseki menus. Despite several restaurants being temporarily closed due to the ongoing challenges in Dubai's restaurant industry, Michelin has remained committed to assessing their performance once they reopen.
Among the restaurants retaining their stars for 2026 are Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Ossiano, and Smoked Room, which are currently closed. The guide also includes 122 establishments representing 38 different cuisines, marking a significant growth from the previous year's selection.
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