Armani Hotel Ballroom Entrance / The Armani Hotel Dubai
UAE's first kosher restaurant opened a few weeks before the signing of the historic Abraham Accords. Located in Burj Khalifa's Armani Hotel Dubai announced the opening The Armani/Kaf kosher restaurant opened on Thursday, September 17, 2020.
The Armani Hotel Dubai is nestled in the world’s tallest tower, occupying concourse level through to level 8 and levels 38 and 39. The Armani Hotel Dubai offers sweeping views across the city and Arabian Gulf. With its own dedicated entrance, it is situated within walking distance of The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest retail destination, set within the vibrant Downtown Dubai business and leisure district.
Kosher Cuisine: WIth Rabbi Duchman & Chef Fabien Fayolle of the Armani Hotel
For those seeking kosher meals, the Armani/Kaf is located on the second floor operating from 18:30 to 23:00 (Orders till 23:00) Please note that the restaurant has moved to larger venue and can now host up to 120 guests.
For those seeking kosher meals, the Armani/Kaf is located on the second floor operating from 18:30 to 23:00 (Orders till 23:00) Please note that the restaurant has moved to larger venue and can now host up to 120 guests.
The hotel will also offer a take away menu for breakfast and Shabbat meals. Orders will need to be collected at the Armani/Lounge, located at lobby level from 10am to 22:00.
The Kashrut is Glatt LeMehadrin Cholov and Pat Yisroel, with supervision provided by EAKC - the Emirates Agency for Kosher Certification - which is led by Rabbi Levi Duchman the Chabad-Lubavitch Emissary to the United Arab Emirates.
Starguest Winter Sun Kosher Vacation in Dubai / Habtoor Palace Hotel, Dubai
Starguest, one of the leading Kosher cateres and tour operaors in Europe had a successful winter break program in the Habtoor Palace Hotel Dubai.
Since the announcement of the Armani Hotel's new kosher restaurant, several more new kosher establishments have opened in the UAE;
Chabad of the UAE has started a special Shabbat hospitality program which is taking place in the Address Marina Hotel Dubai, located in the most attractive neighborhood of the city. The Shabbat hospitality program offers Kiddushim, Shabbat meals and Shabbat services, making the stay a comfortable and spiritual experience in a luxurious hotel.
Just before Pesach 2021 Treat Kosher, the kosher caterer, has opened its new kosher restaurant - The Kosher Place - the restaurant is located in the same location - the Address Marina Hotel, at the ground floor (-1).
The restaurant opens for lunch and dinner with a capacity for 200 diners, including a VIP room and a balcony with spectacular views of the marina.
The restaurant is under strict Kosher supervision of Rabbi Levi Duchman, Rabbi of the UAE.
Just before Pesach 2021 Treat Kosher, the kosher caterer, has opened its new kosher restaurant - The Kosher Place - the restaurant is located in the same location - the Address Marina Hotel, at the ground floor (-1).
The restaurant opens for lunch and dinner with a capacity for 200 diners, including a VIP room and a balcony with spectacular views of the marina.
The restaurant is under strict Kosher supervision of Rabbi Levi Duchman, Rabbi of the UAE.
Elli's Kosher Kutchen in the Hilton Supervised by the OU / Photo: Evans Akanno
Shainfeld tours are offering a glatt kosher hospitality at the 5 stars Conrad hotel and they plan to be open year round (including Spring, Summer and Sukkot)
Gaya tours was runing a glatt kosher program at the five-star Park Hyatt Hotel which will also open for Pesach, featuring one of the few Passover Programs in Dubai for 2021. They also plan to re-open for Summer and Sukkot.
Elli's Kosher kitchen is operating a kosher kitchen in the Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City Hotel, this kitchen is supervised by the Orthodox Union (OU). The hotel is located off Sheik Zayed Road and next door to La Perle by Franco Dragone. Downtown Dubai sights, shops, and restaurants are a 10-minute drive away. (Elii's kosher Kitchen is only available for deliveries and take away, until further notice)
The Hotel offers rooftop pool, kids’ club, spa, WiFi and free parking. A free shuttle will take you to the beach and nearby mall.
To sum up, here are the five hotels offering kosher hospitality:
- The Armani Hotel Dubai, featuring the Kosher Armani/Kaf
- Kosher Spring and Summer programs at the Conrad Hilton Hotel (Kosher in Dubai with Shainfeld)
- The Address Marina Hotel Kosher Shabbat hospitality by Chabad
- Glatt Kosher restaurant in The Address Marina Hotel - by The Kosher Place
- Ellie's Kosher Kitchen at the Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City Hotel (Deliveries/Take-away ONLY)
From speaking to kosher tour operators we have learned that quite a few are planning interesting kosher programs for the coming spring, summer and also Sukkot and high holidays, stay tuned!
On September 8, in a letter to all hotels the Department of culture and tourism in Abu Dhabi has stated that they are looking ensure that kosher food will be available for all visitors and tourists to the emirate of Abu Dhabi as well as advising all hotel establishments to include Kosher food options on room service menus and at all food and beverage outlets.
There will definitely be much more to see from kosher hospitality options in this area of the world!
For detailed information about the various possibilities please check our guide to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates, we will be updating our listings and information on a daily basis.