Indulge in award-winning Chef Akira Back’s hand-selected dishes and cocktails with breathtaking views of the World Islands and Dubai skyline.
23 February 2023: With breathtaking panoramic views of the World Islands and Dubai skyline from the 50th and 51st floors, Dasha – The Dubai Chapter is the perfect setting for a truly memorable experience. The pop-up is available for a limited time only, with bar seating daily from 5 PM to 1 AM, and dinner from 6 pm to 10.30 pm on weekdays, and 7 pm to 10.30 pm on weekends. The dining concept has been brought to life in partnership with Gates Hospitality, the operators of Folly, Reform, Publique, and Bistro Des Arts.
Guests can enjoy a mix of dishes hand-selected from Back’s 24 restaurants and concepts across the globe, including ABsteak, Dosa, ABar, and Dasha in Toronto. Diners can also sample an exclusive beverage program at the 51st-floor bar, including signature as well as elevated cocktails from Back’s worldwide establishments.
To make the dining experience even more exciting, the pop-up offers a number of special experiences, including:
Dim Sum Night | Mondays - Restaurant
Indulge in an all-you-can-eat dim sum experience for AED 190 at Dasha every Monday.
Ladies' Night | Tuesdays - Bar
Ladies can enjoy selected beverages for AED 100 on Tuesdays from 8 pm to 10 pm along with 50% off bar bites and 50% off drinks from 10 PM to midnight.
Gentlemen's Night | Wednesdays - Bar
Gentlemen can enjoy selected beverages for AED 150 on Wednesdays from 8 pm to 10 pm along with 50% off bar bites and 50% off drinks from 10 PM to midnight.
Steak Night | Thursdays - Restaurant
Savour a premium Wagyu beef tasting menu with grape pairing for AED 595 per person at Dasha's restaurant every Thursday.
Date Night | Fridays - Restaurant
Enjoy a romantic evening with a 3-course menu and a bottle of grapes for AED 595 or a 5-course menu, a premium bottle of grapes, and bubbles on arrival for AED 995.
Naim Maadad, CEO & Founder, Gates Hospitality noted, “Partnering with one of the world's leading chefs has been a privilege, and we are thrilled to have brought a fresh and innovative dining experience to Dubai with Dasha - The Dubai Chapter." Additionally, Maadad stated, "As operators, it's essential to stay attuned to the dynamic market trends and consumer demands, especially in a city as vibrant as Dubai. Pop-ups offer us the opportunity to do just that and we were definitely wowed by that amazing showcase of Chef Akira Back's exceptional cuisine and skills.”
Reflecting on the Dasha pop-up concept, Maadad added, "It's with a heavy heart that we announce the completion of our collaboration with one of the world's finest chefs. The pop-up brought unique and thrilling experiences to the market, and we are grateful for the chance to be a part of it. Despite the closure, we at Gates Hospitality will continue to monitor and adapt to the dynamic market trends in Dubai, always striving to offer the best to our consumers."
Diners interested in sampling Dasha’s unique menu surrounded by unlimited views of Dubai’s vibrant skyline should book now by contacting dasha.reservations@gatesdxb.com.
About Gates Hospitality
Gates Hospitality is the institution behind several successful and well-established hospitality brands including Reform Social & Grill, folly, Publique, Bistro Des Arts, Ultra Brasserie – all located in Dubai, plus Six Senses Zighy Bay in Oman and Red Farm in London. The company also holds the representation rights to strategically handpicked hospitality brands across the MENA region inclusive of Hotels, Resorts, Spas & Holistic Wellness, Food & Beverage and offers global hospitality advisory services through its most recent venture announced in 2022, Tribe Creators.
Aashif Shaikh
Mumbai, India