3 Fils

3 Fils is a name based on a local phrase that equates to ‘two cents’ – was founded in late 2016 by two Emirati restaurateurs and chef Akmal Anuar, who had previously headed up the acclaimed Iggy’s in his home city of Singapore. Its harbour location in an old fishermen’s building, along with the adjacent waterside terrace, has direct links to the UAE’s pear-fishing origins. While Anuar has moved on to a new project, he leaves a legacy that focuses on high-quality ingredients, now continued by head chef Shun Shiroma and sous chef Freddy Kazadi.

The à la carte-only menu is relatively compact and unfussy, taking in a stellar sushi section, a variety of wagyu temptations and signature dishes such as kampachi tataki (yellowtail tuna with tamara and yuzu), spicy beef tartare with pickled lime, Fremantle octopus with gremolata and 72-hour lamb ribs. Luxury ingredients such as truffle, caviar and sea urchin also crop up to add extra pizazz, but on the whole, dishes are relatively straightforward, well-sourced and perfectly executed.

Address: Shop 02, Jumeirah Fishing Harbour - 1 Al Urouba St - Dubai

Website: www.3fils.com