Mekong

Named after the legendary river, Mekong is the closest you’ll get to South East Asia sat in Dubai. The resort's namesake restaurant also serves Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, but it’s the Thai food that gets diners' vote. You will enjoy a variety of delicious Thai cuisine in Dubai or sample a range of appetizing Asian cuisines, journey through the flavours and spices of Thailand, China and Vietnam.

The five-spice braised spare ribs are a fantastic recipe (extra points that the meat in mention is not beef). The Thai duck red curry (with bits and bobs of lychee and pineapple) is extremely unique when served with the crab fried rice for those who want to play it safe, let's take a seat in the rickshaw chairs and get a cup of tea from the unique tea master to complete your Asian dining experience.

Location: Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa, East Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

Website: anantara.com/en/palm-dubai/restaurants/mekong