We take a look around Dubai's wildest watering hole. Let's debate the merits of a night at Nelson's

Beautiful setting, friendly service and a great brunch – if only the a la carte menu was up to scratch

Cheap, cheerful and bustling Thai food joint in Satwa

Provinçal bar introduces regional menu with Gallic theme

Plush surroundings and Turkish food in Dubai Marina

Latin American restaurant with live music at JBR

Decent Chinese restaurant Dubai Marina's Sheraton Hotel

A bustling Italian joint with an extensive menu but a hotel lobby feel

The Best Restaurant in Dubai is a French tour de force

Gary Rhodes' gorgeous Dubai Marina spot is a Dubai favourite

Should Gary Rhodes have the right to charge whatever he wants for steak? We’re not entirely convinced

New incarnation serves great food … and cartoon characters

Successfully inventive Italian food in a quasi romantic setting

A family-friendly Italian under celeb chef Giorgio Locatelli’s remit

Lively Italian restaurant in JBR has attractive al fresco terrace

Family-friendly buffet with ample variety

Al fresco dining, Spanish vibe and a tapas menu

Five-star Chinese fare that’s hard to fault

Hit and miss Chinese food in a raunchy black and red setting

A stylish but formulaic restaurant in the centre of town

Flagship Asian restaurant at the Westin hotel in Dubai

The Ritz-Carlton’s Italian restaurant is as sophisticated as you’d expect

Celebrity chef inspired fine dining at the One&Only Palm Jumeirah