Dubai Gets First-Ever Three Michelin-Starred Restaurants

For the first time ever, Dubai now has restaurants with three Michelin stars — the highest honor in the culinary world. FZN by Björn Frantzén and Trèsind Studio were officially awarded the recognition during a star-studded ceremony held at Address Skyview this week.

A Big Win for Dubai’s Food Scene

FZN, known for its modern European dishes with Japanese twists, now holds three Michelin stars not only in Dubai, but also in Stockholm and Singapore.

Trèsind Studio, a homegrown gem led by Chef Himanshu Saini, has been on the Michelin radar since 2022. Saini’s excitement was obvious as he celebrated with air punches on stage. Meanwhile, Chef Frantzén shared that getting this honor in Dubai — 16 years after his first visit to the city — felt “unreal.”

The awards were announced by Gwendal Poullennec, the Michelin Guide’s international director. The guide, which celebrates its 125th year in 2025, only gives three stars to places with “exceptional cuisine worth a special journey.”

Full List of Dubai Michelin-Star Restaurants in 2025

Here’s a quick look at all the restaurants featured in this year’s guide:

Three Stars — Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey

• FZN by Björn Frantzén

• Trèsind Studio

Two Stars — Excellent cooking, worth a detour

• Il Ristorante - Niko Romito (retained)

• STAY by Yannick Alléno (retained)

• Row on 45 (retained)

One Star — High-quality cooking, worth a stop

• 11 Woodfire (retained)

• Al Muntaha (retained)

• Hakkasan (retained)

• Höseki (retained)

• Ossiano (retained)

• Tasca by Jose Avillez (retained)

• Avatara (retained)

• Dinner by Heston Blumenthal (retained)

• Moonrise (retained)

• Smoked Room (retained)

• La Dame de Pic Dubai (retained)

• Orfali Brothers (retained)

• Manao (new)

• Jamavar (new)

Green Stars and Special Awards Also Given Out

Michelin’s Green Star — which honors eco-friendly dining — was once again given to Boca, Lowe, and Teible for their sustainability efforts.

Other awards during the evening included:

• Opening of the Year: Sin Keun Choi Ronin

• Service Award: Mohamed Galal (Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant)

• Sommelier Award: Shiv Menon (Boca)

Dubai’s rising presence in the Michelin Guide proves that the city is not just about tall buildings and luxury malls — it’s also a serious player in the world of fine dining.