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Trèsind Studio
A three-Michelin-star Indian tasting-menu restaurant on Palm Jumeirah, reimagining regional Indian cooking with produce sourced from UAE farms.
Pierchic
A seafood restaurant at the end of a wooden pier off Jumeirah Al Qasr, with sea views towards Burj Al Arab and a Michelin Guide listing.
At a glance
- Type
- Italian seafood
- Area
- Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- jumeirah.com
Why we recommend it
Pierchic sits at the very end of a long wooden pier stretching into the Gulf from Jumeirah Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah, which gives it one of the most romantic settings of any restaurant in Dubai. Water surrounds the dining room and terrace, and the sail-shaped outline of Burj Al Arab rises along the coast. It is listed in the Michelin Guide, which describes it as a romantic spot and the cooking as light and easy to eat.
The menu is Italian with a strong focus on seafood, served à la carte. Fish and shellfish lead the menu, prepared in a style that blends traditional and modern Italian cooking, and the Michelin Guide notes that the food is light rather than heavy. Ask the staff about the day's catch, and leave room for an Italian dessert.
Lunch is served daily from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, and dinner from 6.30pm to 10pm from Sunday to Thursday and until 10.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Book well ahead through Jumeirah's restaurant line on 800 323232 or online, and ask for a terrace table or a window seat if you want the best views. Sunset is the most sought-after time, so reserve an early dinner slot in the cooler months to watch the light fade over the water. Burj Al Arab closed for restoration in April 2026, but it still dominates the view.
Prices are high, reflecting the setting as much as the food, and the restaurant is best for couples, anniversaries and proposals rather than families with young children. The walk along the pier is part of the experience, so leave a few minutes to enjoy it on arrival. On cooler evenings the outdoor tables are the most romantic in the house, while the air-conditioned dining room is the better choice in the summer months.
Pierchic is reached through Jumeirah Al Qasr in the Madinat Jumeirah resort in Umm Suqeim 3. Non-residents can arrive by taxi at the hotel's entrance, and the resort's abra boats link the hotels with Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Bahri Bar at neighbouring Jumeirah Mina Al Salam is a good spot for a drink beforehand, and the souk's shops and waterways make for an evening stroll.
Pierchic FAQs
Where exactly is Pierchic?
At the end of a pier off Jumeirah Al Qasr in the Madinat Jumeirah resort.
Is it open for lunch?
Yes, lunch is served daily from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.
What are the dinner hours?
6.30pm to 10pm Sunday to Thursday, and until 10.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
What kind of food is served?
Italian cooking with a focus on seafood, served à la carte.
How do I book?
Through Jumeirah's restaurant line on 800 323232 or online.
Is it in the Michelin Guide?
Yes, it is listed in the Michelin Guide Dubai.
When is the best time to go?
An early dinner at sunset in the cooler months.
Is it suitable for children?
It is best suited to couples and special occasions rather than young families.