Dubai just got a real taste of Brooklyn. Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, the New York legend loved for its coal-fired crust and old-school charm, has opened its first Dubai outpost at Silicon Central Mall. In the US, the brand is known for doing things the old-fashioned way, and now, you don’t need a flight to New York to taste it.

This is pizza the way it’s meant to be made. The dough is hand-tossed, the sauce follows a century-old Brooklyn recipe, and each pie is baked in a roaring coal-fired oven until the crust turns crisp and smoky.

The open kitchen lets you watch it all happen, filling the room with that irresistible just-baked aroma that’s hard to walk away from.

The space keeps things casual but polished, making it just as good for a quick bite as it is for a family dinner or weekend hangout. Apart from pizza, there are shareable starters, classic salads, and house-made desserts.

Grimaldi’s is the kind of spot that turns a simple meal into something memorable. Drop by Silicon Central Mall for a slice of true Brooklyn flavor.

If you’re scouting a great place to dine in the city, check out our selection of best new restaurants in Dubai in 2025. Stay tuned for more news and food openings worth checking out across the city.