Located on the beachfront opposite Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Villa Beach offers an innovative menu sprinkled with imaginative seafood inspired by traditional Italian recipes. With his fresh and creative takes on gourmet dining, British executive head chef Daniel Hillier has created a menu that perfectly complements the scenic waterside vistas and uninterrupted views of Burj Al Arab. The light, bright modern interiors make this an idyllic spot for a lazy lunch or a fun dinner with friends.
The lunch menu offers a selection of casual dishes which includes an enticing selection of sandwiches, paninis, and salads as well as some more substantial starters and mains. The antipasti options are perfect for sharing with a group and include the likes of calamari fritti with spicy mayonnaise; mushroom arancini with a truffle and sesame and aioli; and cured beef with artichoke, Taggiasca olives and Grana Padano Parmesan. Popular mains include the veal chop Milanese with rocket and cherry tomato salad and the selection of grilled seafood which comes with a seasonal salad and tomato and olive salsa.
As evening draws in the restaurant takes on a more sophisticated ambience and a selection of more refined dishes are added to the dinner menu. Start with charcoal grilled octopus with an olive tapenade and potato puree; or braised cuttlefish in a slow-roasted tomato sauce with garlic bread. Classic Italian primi dishes include a fusilli cacio e pepe; a mixed seafood risotto; and a popular baked cannelloni dish with ricotta cheese, spinach and Grana Padano parmesan.
Secondi dishes are equally traditional; ossobuco, a classic braised veal shank dish comes atop creamy polenta; herb crusted tuna is served with baby spinach and a balsamic glaze; and spatchcock chicken is coated in a zesty caper and lemon sauce.
Still got room for more? Italophiles will delight in the desserts list which includes many an Italian favourite. Tiramisu with amaretto; vanilla panna cotta with mango compote; and Ggiaduja chocolate cake with hazelnut genoise are just some of the tempting options available for diners at Villa Beach Restaurant.