Transport yourself to the heart of Italian cuisine with Dubai’s most loved Amalfi-inspired havens. From freshly-baked pizzas to authentic handmade pastas topped with fresh parmesan, Italian are sure to impress on any special occasion with its universally loved dishes and romantic environment. Be it a simple cacio e pepe and margherita pizza eaten with friends or an extravagant lobster rigatoni laced with caviar and truffle, each restaurant inspired by the Amalfi coast is sure to tantalise your taste buds with the finest ingredients.

To see where to book next, we’ve selected the ones that consistently come on top and have been tried-and-tested by the Emirates Woman team. Il Borro Dubai opened back in 2017, and has made a mark in the UAE with its sumptuous delicacy and luxe ambience. Il Borro has managed to become the hotspot in town for a casual fine dining experience within the Italian circle of restaurants offering seasonal menu offerings for both lunch and dinner.

The hero dishes include the Bresaola di Chianina, parmesan cheese and wild rocket horseradish mousse. Located in Jumeirah Al Naseem, this one-of-a-kind Italian hotspot is a must visit. The renowned Italian restaurant, The Artisan has a host of new À La Carte dishes where each item on the menu is carefully crafted with the finest ingredients, presenting traditional flavours in an elegant way.

From homemade potato gnocchi to homemade cappellacci, there are a host of hearty dishes that transport guests to Lomba.