Partner Content: The weekly dinner in Downtown Dubai combines seafood sharing plates with blockbuster Burj Khalifa views.
Terrace season calls for al fresco dining, and Nai has a new Friday night option for seafood lovers. The modern Middle Eastern restaurant at Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai has introduced Bahr Nights, a weekly evening built around an Arabian Sea-inspired menu. With three courses served for the table, the concept puts sharing at the centre of the meal.
Dinner opens with Dibba Bay Oysters and Tuna with Truffle Dressing, bringing a taste of the sea into the opening course. These sit alongside familiar cold mezze, including Hummus and Fattoush, creating a menu that balances regional staples and contemporary dishes while staying true to the restaurant’s Middle Eastern identity.
The main event is a Grilled Seafood Platter featuring lobster, prawns, calamari, and fresh fish, offering a shareable feast for the entire table. Dessert takes a different direction with a Date Éclair, rounding off the menu with a sweet finish.
The superb setting adds to the allure. Nai offers indoor seating and an outdoor dining area, with views of Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai. During the cooler months, the terrace makes a fitting backdrop for a meal with friends or family. Live entertainment accompanies the evening, adding to the atmosphere as dinner unfolds.
Bahr Nights takes place every Friday from 7pm to 10pm. The soft beverage package costs AED 295 for two, while the house beverage package is AED 495 for two. Both include the three-course sharing menu.
For those planning an evening around the neighbourhood, Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai occupies a prime Downtown Dubai address with direct access to Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa close by. That connection makes it easy to spend an afternoon shopping, then head to dinner at Nai. Elsewhere on the property, Amber Lounge serves light bites and afternoon tea, CEZ offers an international buffet with Asian and Mediterranean influences, and Zenon combines Mediterranean and Asian cooking with immersive AI entertainment.
Where: Nai, Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai
Contact: www.kempinski.com