BOCA is a restaurant and bar set in the heart of DIFC (Dubai's International Financial Centre for those not in the know). The restaurant celebrates the cuisine of the Mediterranean regions of France, Italy and Spain with a strong commitment to sustainability and local sourcing.
The Wine Cellar room is an exceptional, fun space that lends itself well to dinners, wine tasting activities, and celebrations for up to 14 people. It is a lively and relaxed place for a pint or a few tipples with colleagues, family or friends. Guests can enjoy a selected collection of wine from more than 200 labels, highlighting the best viniculture from both the old and new worlds.
The dishes from the Wine Cellar Experience Menu are expertly paired with rotating wines from vineyards of Spain, Italy, France and beyond. Alternatively, if you prefer, there's also an a la carte menu which gives you more freedom to choose your own perfect food and wine match depending on individual tastes.
The restaurant has made an effort on its eco-credentials, with a big emphasis on sustainability. It not only has a great selection of vegan dishes but also sources local and sustainable ingredients. Highlighting the best of regional and homemade produce such as Emirati sea bass, Dibba Bay oysters, vegetables from the Waterfront Market in Deira and salt beef from local producers - everything here is fresh and seasonal.
On the food front, plates mainly come in the form of Spanish tapas with a local twist. A variety of paella dishes are available, and the tapas includes grilled red tiger prawns, mussel croquettes, and octopus carpaccio.
Should you wish to book BOCA for your next event, the minimum spend for this private dining space is AED 3500 plus 10 service charges for the room. You must also confirm your table with a 50% deposit at the time of booking.