Dubai is known worldwide for its vibrant dining scene, with restaurants serving cuisines from every corner of the globe. Now, some of the city’s most popular eateries are taking their success international by opening new locations overseas. This signals how UAE restaurants are starting to compete on a global stage and share their unique flavors with food lovers worldwide.
Gaia, a popular Italian restaurant in Dubai, will be first to make the move. Recognized for its fresh, seasonal dishes and sleek interior, Gaia is set to launch in Miami this year. This will be their first restaurant outside of the Middle East as they aim to introduce their take on Italian cuisine to American diners. Miami was chosen as it’s seen as a gateway city to South America and a top global dining destination in its own right.
Next to expand globally is Pickl, a gourmet burger joint with a loyal following in Dubai. They’ll be opening their first UK location in London later this year. London was picked for its thriving food scene and large international community who may be familiar with Pickl from Dubai. The new spot will offer Pickl’s signature burgers and sides alongside British classics with a Middle Eastern twist, hoping to appeal to both locals and expats.
Also venturing overseas are Wok Boyz, known for their Asian street food. They’ll launch two new restaurants – one in Toronto, Canada and another in Dubai. This dual overseas expansion shows their confidence in demand for their flavors outside the Middle East as well as dedication to serving both regions. The Canadian location will introduce bold Asian-inspired dishes to a diverse, multicultural city with a growing appetite for global cuisine.
These moves represent a vote of confidence in UAE-born dining concepts and their ability to succeed globally. It’s a sign that Dubai’s restaurant industry has matured enough to take its show on the road and that overseas diners are ready to embrace new flavors from the emirates. As more restaurants follow suit, it will help strengthen Dubai’s reputation as a leader in the Middle Eastern culinary scene with influence far beyond the region. This growing international presence also builds cultural bridges abroad for the UAE’s values of hospitality, diversity and world-class service.
In summary, Dubai restaurants Gaia, Pickl and Wok Boyz are expanding overseas to Miami, London and Toronto, showing how UAE dining is going global with its diverse cuisines attracting international fans.
