{"id":55540,"date":"2026-07-07T14:52:27","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T14:52:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=55540"},"modified":"2026-07-07T14:52:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T14:52:32","slug":"gymkhana-is-opening-in-dubai-in-difc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/gymkhana-is-opening-in-dubai-in-difc\/","title":{"rendered":"One of London&#8217;s Most Popular Indian Restaurants Is Opening in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Choosing where to eat in Dubai is about to get even harder. This September, a <strong>well-known restaurant from London will open in DIFC<\/strong>. If Indian food is your go-to, Gymkhana is the name to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The London restaurant has earned two Michelin stars, so you already have an idea of what to expect in Dubai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The restaurant takes its name and design <strong>inspiration from the gymkhana clubs of colonial India<\/strong>, private social clubs where members met for meals, drinks, and sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-ground-floor-dining-booth-1024x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-ground-floor-dining-booth-1024x500.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-ground-floor-dining-booth-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-ground-floor-dining-booth-768x375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-ground-floor-dining-booth.jpg 1332w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Gymkhana London<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gymkhana Dubai will have two dining spaces, each with its own look and feel:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the ground floor with soft lighting, textured details, and comfortable seating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the lower level with reflective ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a peacock bar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>menu includes classic Indian dishes<\/strong> such as biriyanis, curries, kebabs, sabzis, and tikkas. Signature dishes include Chettinad Duck Dosa with Coconut Chutney, Kid Goat Methi Keema with Salli and Pao, and Wild Muntjac Biryani.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-food-1024x535.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-food-1024x535.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-food-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-food-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gymkhana-food.jpg 1423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Malai Wild Rabbit Chops, Methi &amp; Pyaaz Chutney at Gymkhana London<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If that already sounds tempting, you&#8217;ll have to wait until September when the restaurant opens in DIFC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gymkhana also has a branch in Riyadh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to discover more standout restaurants? Discover the restaurants that made the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/menas-top-50-restaurants-best-dining-spots-in-dubai-and-abu-dhabi-that-made-the-list-in-2026\/\">MENA&#8217;s Top 50 Restaurants 2026<\/a><\/strong> list in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, or explore <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/the-most-unique-restaurants-in-dubai\/\">Dubai&#8217;s most unique restaurants<\/a><\/strong> for your very special meal in the city.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing where to eat in Dubai is about to get even harder. This September, a well-known restaurant from London will open in DIFC. If Indian food is your go-to, Gymkhana is the name to remember. The London restaurant has earned two Michelin stars, so you already have an idea of what to expect in Dubai. 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