UAE | Orfali Bros Bistro has once again taken out the top spot at the Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants Awards.
The culinary stars of the restaurant world converged in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi for the fourth edition of the Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants awards. Hosted in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT), the event honoured the region's 50 best restaurants, with Orfali Bros Bistro crowned Number one for the third consecutive year.
Founded in 2021 by Syrian-born brothers Mohammad, Wassim, and Omar Orfali, Orfali Bros Bistro seamlessly blends Aleppian heritage with Dubai's dynamic dining scene. Following its ranking on The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list at Number 46, this accolade cements the restaurant as a global culinary powerhouse.
Trèsind Studio in Dubai retains the Number two spot and is followed by Dubai's Kinoya at Number 5 and Khufu's in Cairo at Number four, which is also named The Best Restaurant in Egypt.
William Dew, Director of Content for MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants, said that it was wonderful to see such an array of cuisine talent within the region, with a specific mention for the evening’s top prize winners.
"We are delighted to recognise Orfali Bros Bistro again as the Number one restaurant in the MENA region. Its enduring success is a testament to the talent and passion of the Orfali brothers, whose dedication has earned them a loyal following both locally and internationally. We are also excited to see restaurants from 11 cities represented on this year's list, showcasing the rich variety of cuisines across the region."
Other winners on the night included Omar Shihab of Boca, who won the Icon Award, as well as his restaurant taking out the Sustainable Restaurant Award. Tala Basmi was voted as the winner of the Estrella Damm N.A. Chef’s Choice Award, and Carmen Rueda Hernandez claimed the Middle East and North Africa’s Best Pastry Chef Award.
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