- ALBA’s new menu spotlights wagyu, fire, and bold flavour.
- Traditional Japanese Kakigori dessert makes a rare Dubai debut.
- Robata-grilled mains and donburi bowls bring comfort and flair.
- Award-winning sake and hidden speakeasy elevate the experience.
A new chapter of Japanese-fusion dining unfolds in the heart of Downtown Dubai, as ALBA unveils its boldest menu yet. With a spotlight on flame-grilled finesse and layered umami, this fire-forward offering is the brainchild of Group Executive Chef Vladimir Chistyakov, who blends classic Japanese cooking with ALBA’s signature flair.
Picture this: wagyu kissed by smoke, caviar-studded rolls, and truffle oil that lingers like a good memory. This isn’t your typical fine-dining refresh. ALBA’s new menu doesn’t just tap into the Japanese culinary zeitgeist; it takes a blowtorch to it ,in the best way.
Menu Highlights That Spark Cravings:
- Wagyu everything: From aburi-glazed Wagyu Rolls with Oscietra caviar to the indulgent Wagyu Katsu, the menu is a love letter to melt-in-your-mouth beef.
- Grill gods rejoice: Robata-grilled mains like the A5 Wagyu Ribeye and Fillet Mignon bring heat and harmony to the table.
- Bowl goals: Donburi rice bowls, from rich Black Onyx Katsu Curry to vegetarian Mushroom-Tofu bliss, bring soul and substance.
- Unexpected showstoppers: Lamb rack with ancho chili glaze, truffle mushroom noodles, and a lineup of Japanese shaved ice desserts (Kakigori) make for a head-turning finale.
Seafood lovers are covered too, with standouts like the Robata Grilled Seabass over kale and avocado, or the smoky-sweet Unagi Bowl with sancho pepper. And for those craving noodles with nuance, the truffle-laced shiitake mix hits all the right notes.
The beverage program? Still a stunner. ALBA was recently recognized by World of Fine Wine for its exceptional sake and wine curation across MENA. Expect thoughtful pairings, rare pours, and handcrafted cocktails that riff on Asian botanicals and stories.
For night owls, the tucked-away Himitsu Bar offers a moody escape with its hidden charm and cheeky menu. Whether you’re chasing after-hours elegance or indulging in poetic bites at the ‘Yūgure’ Afternoon Tea, ALBA wraps it all in storytelling, texture, and taste.
Reservations are now open. Dive into the fire, finesse, and flavor at ALBA, because dinner should always feel like an experience.
Book now at alba@metafoodiesgroup.com or call +971585873590
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