BysairaFOOD & DRINKSAugust, 2026

A CONTEMPORARY EMIRATI FINE DINING DESTINATION IN DUBAI

Celebrate Emirati hospitality and culture at Gerbou.

Tucked away in Nad Al Sheba 1, Gerbou is a destination for contemporary Emirati fine dining. Curated by Tashkeel, it brings together art, design and gastronomy under one roof. Since 2008, Tashkeel has championed the UAE’s creative community, and that influence is woven throughout the restaurant, from the thoughtfully designed interiors to a dining experience rooted in heritage.

Even the name, Gerbou, an Arabic expression meaning “welcome to our humble abode,” reflects the warmth and generosity at the heart of Emirati hospitality. That sense of welcome extends well beyond the food. Throughout the restaurant, thoughtful design details celebrate the UAE’s creative heritage, with many elements created in collaboration with Tashkeel’s community of local artists and designers. Look closely and you’ll spot subtle references to the ghaf tree woven into the interiors, bespoke furniture crafted in the UAE and custom tableware with motifs inspired by local culture. The interiors are warm and understated, pairing natural materials with handcrafted details and contemporary Emirati design.

A strong focus on sustainability runs through the menu, with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and producers across the UAE. The result is fresh, ingredient led cooking that changes with the seasons and keeps the spotlight firmly on local produce.

As you settle in, the Gerbou House Hibiscus Iced Tea is a refreshing way to start. Light and floral, it’s a welcome choice before the first course arrives.

The Mezze Board sets the tone for what’s to come, bringing together GERBOU’s signature house made dips. From the smoky muhammara and silky hummus to the feta with pistachio and earthy black tahina, there’s plenty of variety in both flavour and texture.. It’s a contemporary take on the familiar Emirati tradition of sharing and the kind of dish that’s hard to stop picking at.

The Musakhan Pizza pairs slow cooked chicken with caramelised onions, fragrant sumac and toasted pine nuts. Rich, comforting and full of warming spice, it’s a memorable take on a regional favourite.

For a taste of the classics, the Gerbou Emirati Experience offers a selection of Chicken Machboos, Lamb Harees, Chicken Margooga, Lamb Thareed, Vegetable Salona, Labneh Dip with Vegetables, House Achar and White Rice. Hearty, comforting and full of familiar flavours, it’s a great way to experience a variety of traditional Emirati dishes in one sitting.

To finish, the bite sized desserts arrive on a striking Ghaf tree inspired platter, with Aseeda Cake, Hibiscus Macaron, Aseeda & Vanilla Tart, and Coffee & Chocolate Choux. Ideal if you like to end the meal with a little taste of everything.

Gerbou celebrates the UAE’s culture, cuisine and hospitality through a seasonal menu, beautifully crafted interiors and an experience that feels unmistakably local. Elegant, welcoming and well worth discovering.