Mint Leaf of London Dubai — Restaurant in Dubai

It is always feel home when dining with one of the best Chef in the region and a humble human being Pradeep Khullar . We were so excited to get the invitation from the Chef himself and try out his creations in the new platform. Started off with drinks, Summertini- A blend of Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice, Peach Puree, Raspberry Syrup, Lemon Juice. It was a quite a refreshing one. Golden Lady- A beautiful and elegant drink with Elderflower Cordial, Lemon Juice, Gold Dust, Non-alcoholic Sparkling Wine. A fruity flavor with luxurious gold touch. Lipstick Jungle- The presentation of this drink was absolutely gorgeous with Blackberries, Raspberries, Passion Fruit, Lemon Juice, Apple Juice & Fizz. As amuse bouche we had Wasabi Poori, Green Peas- Crisp poori filled with wasabi flavored yoghurt & topped up with green peas & pomegranate to open up the taste buds with a slight kick from wasabi. The magical smoke was indeed very stimulating. Starters- Lamb Adana Kabab with Rosemary Raita- This was my favorite made of Pounded Lamb mixed with cheese onion etc. Blended well & cooked on flat skewers over open flame.Such melt in mouth texture. Served with Youghurt sauce spiked up with Rosemary. Lemon Prawns, Saffron Aioli- Pan grilled Tiger Prawns marinated in Lemon pickle & crushed Garlic with Coriander roots served with Saffron Aioli drizzle. I loved the fusion of flavors. Desi Taco filled with Pulled Chicken Tak-a-Tak It's Roti filled with a semi dry mixture made of pulled Chicken with Onions & Peppers. Drizzled with Garlic flavoured Yoghurt & crispy potatoes on the top. I'm in love with this version of tacos which gives the Desi touch to this Latin American dish. Romano Pepper filled with Panch Phoran Potatoes It had such a nostalgic flavors. Potatoes and Spices filling stuffed into the de-seeded Romano Peppers and coated with Gram Flour batter, Black Quinoa which is flash fried. Served with a Mango Chilli drizzle. Time for mains- Chicken Chettinad with Lemon Rice Flavouful Chicken curry made with Chettinad spices & other ingredients, served over bed of Lemon Rice with curry on the side. The chicken was so tender and well cooked. Seared Black Cod, Cilantro Parsley Sauce Another signature one was Pan seared black cod fillet served over bed of quinoa & vegetables pulao with cilantro & parsley based curry. The fish was infused with flavors and cooked perfectly. The sauce well complemented it. Dal Makhani Black Urad Dal tempered with Tomatoes, Butter & other ingredients topped with home churned salted butter. This had a very homely taste and was so good with white rice. Black Quinoa & Pomegranate Raita Unusual combination of yoghurt & puffed black quinoa with pomegranate pods. This again had a unique texture of quinoa and flavor of yoghurt and pomegranate. Gunpowder Naan Crispy Butter Naan loaded with South Indian spice mix called Gunpowder, drizzled with clarified butter. I prefer the normal naans over this but my partner loved it. Moving on to the desserts, We had some of the best ones here by the Chef. The Lotus Mess with Wild Berries Inspired from the very british Eton Mess, this is a warmer version of Lotus, which has a lot of berries, bananas & ice cream & lotus caramel & biscuits. We finished it in seconds as we are hard core lotus fans. (PBnC - Peanut butter and chocolate ) Peanut Chikki This is Chef's own take on snickers bar, with the richness of caramel & super cool temperature of ice cream, glazed with valrhona ganache. Peanut nougat accompanies it to bring the crunch & texture to the dessert. Loved the presentation and the creativity.

About the total experience, we had a great time at mintleaf with a gorgeous view, friendly staff and above all some mouth watering dishes by...

Are you a fine dining lover then this is going to be in your top favourite lists in dubai.

Their first venture being in london and now all the way in dubai located in heart of the city inside Emirates financial towers, DIFC. A whole 15th floor dedicated to serve us. Welcomed with wide smiles and me almost in empty stomach, couldnt wait much to have their cuisine.

Also i knew the chef Mr. Pradeep Khullar from very long time, he doesnt like being formal and he treats everyone like family. And thats what he puts on each dishes he pours out from the kitchen. The serving staffs were well trained and briefly would explain what will be served at the table and makes it more easier to choose.

We started off with some mind blowing drinks named as below,

Summertini consisted of Cranberry Juice, Orange Juice, Peach Puree, Raspberry Syrup, Lemon Juice. The presentation was top notch and tasted really well.

Golden Lady that consisted of Elderflower Cordial, Lemon Juice, Gold Dust, Non-alcoholic Sparkling Wine, was one of my favourite since it had gold floating all over glass.

Lipstick Jungle, the name actually attracted me towards it and it had Blackberries, Raspberries, Passion Fruit, Lemon Juice, Apple Juice & Fizz. It was served in a basket and tasted really really good.

For Amuse bouche had pani puri filled wasabi flavoured yoghurt and green peas. Ohh gobbled the whole thing.

For starters we had,

Lamb Adana Kabab with Rosemary Raita - it was soft and meat was juicy and went well along with the raita. Also tried their Lemon prawns with saffron aioli and to mention desi taco pulled chicken tak-a-tak - imagine tacos served in roti, loved this concept.

For main courses we had chicken chettinad with lemon rice. Then this one was different - Seared black cod with cilantro parsely sauce did open my taste buds to a next level, served over a bed of quinova and vegetable pulao, loved it.

Next was dal makhni with gunpowder naan, its a veggie delight i would say, it mixed well. As a side dish we got this black quinoa (puffed) and pomegranate raita.

My favourite part Desserts !!!!! Tried two of their best, first one was one of my wifes favourite the lotus mess with wild berries, it had everything with lotus, Inspired from the very british Eton Mess, this is a warmer version of Lotus, which has a lot of berries, bananas & ice cream & lotus caramel & biscuits, minus the whipped cream. Yummy in the tummy, it actually got over in a zippy.

Next one was my favourite, named as PBnC aka peanut butter and chocolate (#pbnc), if u r a lover of snickers then this is it baby.

So that was the end of it, wanted to eat more but my stomach was satisfied and full. Until next time, chao.

Chef we will come again and...

We recently had the pleasure of dining at Mint Leaf of London, DIFC (Dubai), and I must say — it was an absolutely exceptional experience from start to finish. Nestled on the 15th floor with sweeping views of Sheikh Zayed Road and the majestic Burj Khalifa, this restaurant offers not only an elevated culinary experience but also an ambiance that is truly unforgettable.

From the moment we stepped in, the hospitality and warmth of the staff stood out, creating an inviting and relaxed atmosphere for our family dinner. As vegetarians, we are often cautious about menu options, but Mint Leaf truly surprised us with a diverse and thoughtfully curated vegetarian selection — each dish executed with finesse and presented beautifully.

One dish that deserves a special mention is the Mango Pani Puri — absolutely outstanding. A modern twist on a classic, it was bursting with flavor and creativity. Each bite was a perfect blend of tanginess, sweetness, and spice — a must-try for anyone visiting. The quality of ingredients, the attention to detail, and the overall presentation reflect a high level of culinary craftsmanship. All the dishes we tried were fresh, flavorful, and elegantly plated, and despite the premium feel, the pricing was quite reasonable for the DIFC location and fine-dining quality.

But what truly elevated our dining experience to a 5-star level was the impeccable service, especially by Paras, who was assigned to our table. Paras is, without a doubt, the star of the place. From recommending dishes based on our preferences to checking in at just the right moments, his service was warm, attentive, and incredibly professional — all without being intrusive. He even took time to explain the ingredients and the chef’s special touches, making our evening all the more engaging. It’s rare to find someone with that level of genuine hospitality and product knowledge in the F&B industry. Hats off to him for making our evening truly memorable.

The ambiance is chic and contemporary with dimmed lighting, which adds to the elegance. The panoramic views of Dubai’s skyline, including the iconic Burj Khalifa, are breathtaking and make this place ideal for both intimate dinners and family gatherings. It felt like the perfect setting to relax, celebrate, and indulge.

To sum it up: excellent food, warm and personalized service, stunning views, and great value. Mint Leaf of London in DIFC is now firmly on our list of favorite dining destinations in Dubai. A big thank you once again to Paras and the entire team for making our evening so special. We’ll definitely be back soon — and we’ll be recommending this gem to friends and visitors alike!

— Dr....