Dubai’s contemporary Asian fusion restaurant 3 Fils scooped the top prize last night at the Middle East and North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards.
The first awards event of its kind took place in Abu Dhabi yesterday evening, giving recognition to some of the region’s world-class culinary destinations.
3 Fils which can be found in the idyllic location of Dubai Fishing Harbour was awarded for its relaxed yet welcoming setting and exceptional food as it took the top prizes of Best Restaurant in the Middle East & North Africa 2022, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, and The Best Restaurant in the UAE.
3 Fils
Winners came from 11 different countries across the MENA region and highlighted a range of cuisines and dining styles.
Other notable winners include Dubai’s infamous Japanese restaurant Zuma which claimed the number 2 spot, and OCD Restaurant in Tel Aviv which took the third prize. The Sustainable Restaurant Award went to Dubai’s Lowe, a casual dining destination that has set a new standard for exquisite food that goes hand-in-hand with sustainability.
19 of the winning 50 restaurants are located in the UAE including Trèsind Studio which took the number 4 spot, Orfali Bros Bistro at number 5, LPM at number 8, Gaia at number 10 and Il Borro Tuscan Bistro at number 11.
Female Emirati chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi, formerly Head Pastry Chef at the esteemed Burj Al Arab in UAE, takes home the MENA’s Best Pastry Chef Award, sponsored by Valrhona. Sahar began her culinary career in 2014 and has worked at La Serre Bistro & Boulangerie in Dubai with Izu Ani and Le Saint Georges in Paris. As an Emirati, she believes in showcasing the origins of her ingredients and supporting local producers.
Winners
William Drew, Director of Content for the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants, said: “It’s a great honour to announce that 3 Fils has made it to the top of the rankings at the inaugural Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants awards. It is a brilliantly executed home-grown restaurant, loved by local residents and visitors alike. There is no doubt that it sets new standards in creativity, sourcing and food presentation, coupled with a personable service style, and we are delighted to announce that it has been voted No.1. Additionally, we are excited to see that 11 countries from the region are represented on the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants list, demonstrating the extraordinary diversity of cuisine in this region.”
See all the winners at www.theworlds50best.com
