City Walk is HUGE with new restaurants and shops popping up almost everyday. With tons of exciting little haunts and international food imports, it’s an indecisive person’s nightmare come to life. Cosmo shortlists the places we love to make your first few forays into this brand spanking new urban jungle, a little easier!
SHOPPING
Zmilelee
Armenian for ‘amazing’ this store has clothes that are feminine, sophisticated and totally luxe with cuts to flatter every woman.
I’m Isola Marras
Designer Antonio Marras’ apparel line celebrates fabrics and textures with amazing attention to detail while keeping true to his Sardinian roots resulting in clothes that are casual yet chic.
Bambah
From the artistic mind of Maha Abdul Rasheed, Bambah is a salute to everything vintage; from Ready-To-Wear to accessories that bring back the 1950s in style.
Maje
Looking for a Parisian flavour? This is the store to visit, for its edgy silhouettes and bold prints that never lose the feminine touch.
Toushih
Toushih specialises in high-end abayas that are traditional and yet oh-so-trendy with the latest fashion styles woven into timeless pieces.
FOOD
Sarabeths
This New York landmark has finally opened its doors in Dubai, and you can now purchase their legendary baked goods, fruit preserves and speciality foods, or gorge on delish offerings at the restaurant.
Farzi Café
Redefining traditional Indian food, this restaurant brings a global twist to Indian food staples and infuses the art of molecular gastronomy in the most mouth-watering way.
Mo’s
An all-American family dining concept that is relaxed and fun and serves a to-die-for breakfast that – guess what – lasts all day!
Babaji
Feeling a ‘Pide’ craving? Now you can get your fill of this Turkish boat-shaped pizza at this newly opened Turkish casual dining restaurant. The brick oven makes all the difference.
Serendipity 3
Another New York staple, and a celeb fave, you can get your fix of the famous frozen hot chocolate and other decadent desserts right here in Dubai.
Walnut Grove
South African hospitality welcomes you to this family-friendly restaurant which has an interactive and open bakery to sample some of their world famous cakes!
ENTERTAINMENT
Green Planet
Think you live in a desert? Think again! Here is where you can enter a tropical forest filled with over 3,000 plants and animals and the largest indoor man-made tree!
Roxy Cinemas
Take a break from all the shopping and dining and catch the latest flicks from around the world in comfort and style.
Hub Zero
If you are an adrenaline junkie, walk in to this indoor entertainment arena with its thrilling rides, and gaming zones for a truly high-octane experience
Hareem Al Sultan: The Exhibition
Based on the hit TV series Hareem Al Sultan, this exhibition presents the original décor, costumes and accessories used for the series that take you behind the doors of the Topkapi Palace. What’s different? You can actually touch the exhibits, taste some food and smell the scents. Very realistic.
TLC
N Bar
Get a mani-pedi in between rounds of shopping and dining at this chic nail salon that gives your nails all the love and care they need.
Ghawali
This store is so luxurious and fragrant you never want to leave! Keeping true to traditions, Ghawali is a master at fragrance layering and their personalised service makes sure you get a fragrance that is tailormade for you. Â Â
Kerastase
For anything and everything hair-related this is your go-to salon. A professional hair consultation is then followed by a personalized treatment that will leave your hair looking red-carpety ready. You also have the option to purchase professional haircare products that make sure your tresses are properly cared for at home.