RARE Brasserie & Bar, City Walk Dubai — Restaurant in Dubai

Took advantage of the Summer restaurant deal to try Rare. My wife and I were not disappointed! It is a really nice interior inside, intimate and just enough low lighting to keep privacy from other tables but enough so you can see people on your table.

All that means nothing if the food can't back it up, and it really does! We like to use these 3 course menus to try new restaurants before deciding to go back and sample the main ala carte menu. There wasn't a dud from the 6 different dishes we had.

Starters: I went with the Seared Tune Crudo, lovely soft and tasty Tuna with a delicate sauce that complemented it perfectly. Had to pace myself to prolong to experience. My wife went with the Heirloom tomato and peach salad. The whipped goats cheese was beautifully light and was not to strong to over power the tomato's and peaches. There was a paprika dressing which just added that little bit extra to finalise a really tasty starter.

Mains: My choice was the ox cheek, if this is in a menu, then it is an easy choice for me. I love this cut of meat, when it's cooked well, which this was. Beautifully soft, it cut like butter. But still meaty when eating. I wish I could recreate this texture in my many attempts. It came with butternut mash which was nice and sweet which complemented the richness of the cheek. Could have had 2 of these and debated a 3 serving. My wife's choice was the Oyster blade (medium rare) which was cooked perfectly. It had a nice char round the outside and the small piece I was allowed to sample was was really tender and tasted superb. She raved about the salsa that it was served in but I had no chance of sampling that. It went that quick that it must have been something special. The main s were accompanied by grilled greens with an anchovy butter and a Paris mash. The green we nice and al dented and the anchovy butter was nice and subtle and let the taste of the greens really come through. The mash was sooooo smooth.

Desserts: Luckily there were only 2 options so we go both of them. The warm cookie came with vanilla ice cream and a chocolate sauce. Who doesn't like warm chocolate cookies?? It didn't last too long and got a resounding thumbs up from my wife and a big smile at the end of it. The raspberry souffle was divine, I replaced the coconut gelato with vanilla one cream. The souffle was bang on! Just the right amount of raspberry tangyness and a soft smooth texture with small bits of the ice cream. It was an absolute winner of a dessert. Will be ordering g this in every visit!

In summary, great food, great setting with great service. Of your haven't been, then get Rare on your list of places to visit. Will be booking in...

During my recent visit to Rare, I had experienced a delightful outing. The restaurant's ambiance is chic and inviting, perfect for a relaxed yet upscale dining experience. Here's a breakdown of the dishes we sampled:

To Nibble:

Crudités Smoked Eggplants (8.5/10): This dish was a pleasant surprise, offering a smoky depth that paired wonderfully with the fresh vegetables. Flatbread Labneh & Chili Oil (8.5/10): The combination of creamy labneh and spicy chili oil on an amazing crisp flatbread was both flavorful and satisfying. Fried Olives Crumbled Feta (6/10): While an interesting concept, this dish fell slightly short in terms of flavor.

Appetizers: Anchovy Toast Ricotta & Salsa Verde (6/10): The anchovy toast had a bold flavor, but the ricotta and salsa verde didn't quite harmonize as expected. Bone Marrow on Toast Pickled Onion & Mushroom (7/10): Rich and indulgent, the bone marrow was well-executed, though the pickled onions could have been more pronounced and the toast was a bit doughy.

Salad: Heirloom Tomatoes & Peach Salad with Goat Cheese (8/10): This salad was a refreshing interlude, with the sweet peaches and tangy goat cheese complementing the heirloom tomatoes beautifully.

Steaks: 250g Entrecôte Bearnaise (8/10): Medium Cooked to perfection, the entrecôte was tender and juicy, with the Bearnaise sauce adding a nice touch. 200g Fillet au Poivre & Fried Onions (7.5/10): The fillet was flavorful and well-seasoned, though the fried onions could have been crisper. 250g 9+ Wagyu Striploin Wasabi Cream & Batter Crispies (8/10): This dish stood out with its soft texture and the interesting addition of wasabi cream and batter crispies.

Sides: Paris Mash & Chicken Jus (7.5/10): The Paris mash was creamy and smooth, enhanced by the rich chicken jus. Frites Sweet Potato & Cocktail Sauce (7/10): The sweet potato frites were tasty, but the cocktail sauce didn't quite elevate the dish as hoped.

Dessert: Whipped Burnt Cheesecake Cream Cheese Gelato, Peach & Ginger Crisps (9/10): This dessert was the highlight of the meal. The burnt cheesecake, paired with the unique cream cheese gelato and ginger crisps, was an innovative and delightful combination.

Overall, my experience at Rare Steakhouse was very good. The restaurant offers a diverse menu with several standout dishes, making it a great choice for steak lovers and those looking to enjoy a night in Dubai. The service was attentive and the atmosphere was vibrant making the dining...

RARE is such a hidden gem of a brasserie in Dubai. I absolutely loved the decor - it was modern & high quality, but, not over the top (which some places can especially be in Dubai). From the moment I arrived I was greeted at the door and attentively looked after from that moment. The quality of food was superb, understated, somewhat homey & slightly different offerings to what you would think you’d find in a steakhouse, but, a chic version of this. The crispy brussel sprouts, the heirloom tomato & peach salad, the wagyu tartare and the wagyu strip sirloin being the favorites that I shared with my friend - do not think for a moment that you can’t have the brussel sprouts!!! The wine and cocktail selection is reasonably priced, well sourced and thoughtful, growing up in South Africa I was pleased to see many GREAT choices of South African wines (often its big names that really aren’t the best offerings, but, not in this instance).

Our waiter Jerome was attentive, kind, efficient and fun!! He made great suggestions and had incredible things to say that were helpful when I made inquiries. Overall you can tell that the persons working in the restaurant are happy to be there & work well with each other.

I’m looking forward to returning, considering a ladies night or the live music on a Friday - I have a feeling the acoustics are just perfect for it! The lighting is also so subtle and nice in the establishment, it’s perfect for a date night or a fun group setting! I will definitely...