We have all experienced that “hidden gem” high when we discover an exciting new find, that piques our interest and makes us feel right at home. We can envisage this new gem becoming an intrinsic part of our lifestyle, serving to bolster our love for the city. Expect to have your hidden gem radar to be truly activated by the captivating neo-bistro, GARTH Dubai that is cocooned in the 9 Lounge, Kempinski Mall of Emirates. This isn’t a restaurant that you’ll happen to chance upon, it requires some seeking and that’s all part of the appeal.

GARTH Dubai, which was previously a member’s only establishment, serves unconventional flavours of a deeply innovative, Southern Mediterranean menu, and has dynamism firmly rooted at its core. Suffice to say, it is a multi-faceted dining destination, that boasts unmistakable vibrance, a funky vibe, and a warm welcome. The dynamism refers to the experiential layering that awaits. Whether you’re looking for an easy-going, yet elegant lunch or a lights-dimmed dinner, you can expect GARTH to deliver on every level.

GARTH Dubai Stellar Menu

Co-helmed by OY Hospitality’s Executive Chefs Alena Solodovichenko and Head Chef Mohamed Musthafa, this dynamic duo has created a stellar menu befitting GARTH’s new era. The new menu serves up unique, Southern European cuisine that is both healthy and hearty, tasty and wholesome. A Nirvana for foodies, this menu holds unconventionality in the highest regard, with every dish a re-imagined celebration of flavours.

What you should try at GARTH

We have created a list of dishes you should try, starting with hummus and marinated artichokes, which are served with scallion flatbread. A delightful combination of classics and new trends.

The beef tartar is a re-imagined classic, starring in an interesting performance alongside capers, sun-dried tomatoes and truffle sauce, served with Jerusalem artichoke chips and generously sprinkled with Gruyère cheese.

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The endive salad with blue cheese ice cream sees crispy chicory leaves combined with a spicy green onion sauce with pecans. The whole composition on the plate is complemented by author’s blue cheese ice cream.

White asparagus with black caviar and champagne sauce delightfully melds gourmet white asparagus cooked in brown butter, served with a classic French champagne béarnaise sauce and black sturgeon caviar. Nothing extra! This is something you should enjoy with a glass of champagne.

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If you are a seafood lover, prepare to rejoice at the prospect of local hamour with scallop velouté and zucchini linguine that sees the freshest hamour encased in a crispy crust and served with a delicate creamy scallop-based velouté, lightly marinated and moderately crispy zucchini linguini combined with parsley foam. We guarantee you this dish will make you come back again and again.

Out of this world desserts

Hazelnut fondant is served with malt ice cream, and if you’re taking a healthier approach, you should try the beetroot brownie with coconut sauce. The brownie is made from roasted beets and is made without white sugar, gluten, or lactose. Rumours have it that the chefs replaced wheat flour with rice flour, and agave syrup is used instead of sugar. Coconut cream pairs perfectly with beetroot brownies, fresh blackberries provide balance, and coconut chips provide crunchy texture. The dessert is then perfectly finished with a sprinkle of hibiscus powder.

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Is it wine o’clock yet?

Adding to the experiential excellence, international sommelier, celebrated wine journalist, and all-around grape aficionado Olga Bebekina will is on hand with her extensive knowledge of wine and of course, that all-important wine pairing to optimally elevate a meal. Like everything at GARTH, Olga takes a different approach to her wine bounty, creating a well-curated list that is easily digested and simple to navigate.

Effortlessly cool ambience

Inspired by reimagined Parisian dining, GARTH Dubai delivers a chic and stylish aesthetic. The contemporary interiors mirror the design-centric DNA of GARTH that place real importance on stunning optics, whilst respecting the fundamentals of minimalism.

Bedecked in a tasteful palette of warm beiges, browns, creams, and dusky pinks with contrasting textures, there’s a gorgeous pampas grass display and a white baby grand piano that adds to the effortlessly cool ambience.

Extras

On a side note, you’ll also find a dedicated cigar lounge at GARTH Dubai that boasts a cosy, modern and funky atmosphere, with well-chosen contemporary music, optimally setting the scene.