Dinner By Heston Blumenthal Joins Ossiano On The Prestigious Mena 50 Best Restaurants

The highly anticipated list celebrates restaurants across the Middle East & North Africa, selected by a renowned group of culinary experts from 19 countries.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 28th January, 2025- During the fourth edition of the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants ceremony, two restaurants located at the region’s leading culinary destination, Atlantis Dubai earned their place on the list. Ossiano was ranked No.5 and honoured with the coveted ‘Art of Hospitality’ award, highlighting its excellence in service and hospitality, underscoring the region’s dedication to world-class dining. While Dinner by Heston Blumenthal made its debut at No.33.

Held in Abu Dhabi, the MENA 50 Best Restaurants ceremony, celebrated the region’s culinary diversity and innovation. The rankings are determined by the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy, a group of culinary experts from 19 countries. Each Academy member votes for up to 10 restaurants, with a minimum of four outside their home country, ensuring a balanced and representative selection.

Paul Baker, President of Atlantis, comments: “Having two of our restaurants recognised among the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants is an incredible honour. This achievement reflects the dedication, creativity, and passion of our culinary team, who continually push the boundaries of excellence. At Atlantis Dubai, dining is more than just a meal – it’s a journey designed to captivate and inspire. We look forward to welcoming more guests from around the world to experience the finest cuisine, executed at the highest level, all under one roof.”

Located at Atlantis, The Palm, the one Michelin star Ossiano is one of the region’s most exclusive and unique progressive fine dining destinations. Upon arrival, guests descend into a stunning subterranean dining room, submerged 10 meters below one of the world’s largest aquariums. Surrounded by a breathtaking underwater vista, Ossiano transports diners to the depths of the ocean, offering a dining experience that is both visually and sensorially unforgettable.

Meanwhile, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal at Atlantis The Royal has become a much-loved favourite since opening in 2023. Within just four months, it earned its first Michelin star and was later bestowed with ‘Wine Offering of the Year’ at the Gault & Millau UAE Guide 2024, securing an impressive three toques.