3. Social by Heinz Beck
Heinz Beck, the chef behind Rome's three-Michelin-starred restaurant La Pergola, has brought his unconventional brand of Italian cuisine to Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah.
With pristine wooden floors, retro photos and glass-fronted kitchen, the decor of Social by Heinz Beck is classic luxury with a modern twist -- a mantra that also extends to the menu.
Expect to find Italian staples such as tiramisu and carbonara turned completely on their heads.
The interior goes for a European high society feel.
There's more of a typical Dubai vibe, from the terrace which offers a vista over the resort's grounds and the sci-fi Marina skyline across the water.
Credit card max-out: The indulgent five-course tasting menu paired with wines from around the world ($226 per person).
Worth the splurge: The Heinz Beck signature, Fa.gott.elli Carbonara. Delicately soft pasta parcels filled with hot pools of buttery sauce ($23).
Social by Heinz Beck, Crescent Road Palm Jumeirah, Dubai 24988 United Arab Emirates;