Chef’s Society is now fully operational at City Centre Mirdif, bringing together 10 culinary concepts under one dining destination. The new lineup covers Emirati, Indian, Cantonese, Levantine, Japanese, Italian and fusion flavours, with two MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-recognised kitchens, Bait Maryam and REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, joining the collection.
The rollout was announced by Majid Al Futtaim on September 16, 2026, with the destination designed around chef-led restaurants, distinctive food concepts and social dining experiences.
- Location: City Centre Mirdif, Dubai
- Developer: Majid Al Futtaim
- Dining concepts: 10
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand kitchens: Bait Maryam and REIF Japanese Kushiyaki
- New chef-led concepts: Anara, Ying Ji Dim Sum and Slab
- Cuisines: Emirati, Indian, Cantonese, Levantine, Japanese, Italian and fusion
- Status: Fully operational and open
What is Chef’s Society at City Centre Mirdif?
Chef’s Society is a chef-led culinary collective at City Centre Mirdif that brings restaurants, food concepts and chefs together in one destination.
Majid Al Futtaim has completed the full rollout with 10 new concepts, creating a dining lineup that ranges from Indian and Cantonese food to Emirati cuisine, Roman-style pizza, Japanese dishes, desserts and speciality drinks.
Rather than following one cuisine or restaurant format, Chef’s Society gives each concept its own identity, atmosphere and culinary focus.
The collection includes both established names and new concepts, giving visitors several different dining experiences within the same destination.
Which restaurants are part of Chef’s Society?
The 10 concepts at Chef’s Society are Bait Maryam, REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Bonci, Anara, Ying Ji Dim Sum, Slab, ATHAR By the Qlab, The Matcha Tokyo, My Cookie Dough and Beurre.
Two of the restaurants are MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-recognised kitchens: Bait Maryam by Chef Salam Daqqaq and REIF Japanese Kushiyaki by Chef Reif Othman.
Bait Maryam brings Levantine-inspired food to the collection, while REIF Japanese Kushiyaki uses an open-kitchen format and focuses on Japanese-inspired dishes.
Bonci brings the Roman pizza tradition of Chef Gabriele Bonci, while ATHAR By the Qlab offers all-day Emirati dining alongside speciality coffee, led by Chef Nabhan Abdulrahman.
The remaining concepts broaden the destination beyond full-service dining. The Matcha Tokyo focuses on crafted matcha beverages, My Cookie Dough brings sweet treats, and Beurre adds artisanal patisserie to the lineup.
What are the three new Chef’s Society concepts?
Three brand-new concepts highlighted in the rollout are Anara, Ying Ji Dim Sum and Slab.
Anara is led by Chef Kunal Kapur, the MasterChef India judge, and focuses on crafted Indian cuisine.
Ying Ji Dim Sum is led by Chef Lin Deshan and specialises in handcrafted dim sum and pulled noodles.
Slab, represented by Chef Omar Rodrigues, combines global street food with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
Together, the three concepts add Indian, Cantonese and globally inspired street-food options to the wider Chef’s Society lineup.
What food can visitors try at Chef’s Society?
Chef’s Society brings together a broad mix of flavours without requiring diners to travel between different parts of Dubai.
The culinary lineup includes Emirati, Indian, Cantonese, Levantine, Japanese and Italian food, alongside fusion concepts.
Visitors can move from Levantine-inspired dishes at Bait Maryam to Japanese food at REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Roman pizza at Bonci or Emirati dishes and speciality coffee at ATHAR By the Qlab.
The collection also includes beverages, desserts and patisserie through The Matcha Tokyo, My Cookie Dough and Beurre.
Each outlet has its own visual identity and dining style, making Chef’s Society more of a collection of individual food experiences than a single restaurant concept.
What did Majid Al Futtaim say about Chef’s Society?
Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management, said the concept brings together celebrated culinary talent while reflecting how the company is developing its destinations.
He described Chef’s Society as part of a broader shift towards creating social hubs where food, culture and shared experiences play a central role.
Majid Al Futtaim has positioned the project as part of City Centre Mirdif’s evolution beyond traditional shopping, with the mall increasingly offering experiences for families, friends and food lovers.
Why does Chef’s Society matter for Dubai dining?
The launch adds another chef-led dining destination to Dubai’s increasingly diverse food scene.
Its format also brings different cuisines and restaurant styles together in one location, allowing visitors to choose between casual food, full dining experiences, speciality beverages, desserts and patisserie.
The presence of Bait Maryam and REIF Japanese Kushiyaki also gives the collection two MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-recognised names. The Bib Gourmand distinction is separate from a MICHELIN Star and is used by the MICHELIN Guide to recognise restaurants offering good-quality food at good value.
For City Centre Mirdif, Chef’s Society adds a dedicated culinary dimension to the wider mall experience. With all 10 concepts now operational, the destination gives Dubai residents another place to explore different cuisines and chef-led concepts under one roof.
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FAQ
Is Chef’s Society open at City Centre Mirdif?
Yes. Chef’s Society is fully operational and open at City Centre Mirdif.
The completed rollout includes all 10 concepts, covering restaurants, drinks, desserts and patisserie.
What are the 10 Chef’s Society concepts?
The 10 concepts are Bait Maryam, REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Bonci, Anara, Ying Ji Dim Sum, Slab, ATHAR By the Qlab, The Matcha Tokyo, My Cookie Dough and Beurre.
Which Chef’s Society restaurants have a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand?
Bait Maryam by Chef Salam Daqqaq and REIF Japanese Kushiyaki by Chef Reif Othman are the two MICHELIN Bib Gourmand kitchens highlighted as part of Chef’s Society.
Who are the chefs behind the new concepts?
Anara is led by Chef Kunal Kapur, Ying Ji Dim Sum is led by Chef Lin Deshan, and Slab is represented by Chef Omar Rodrigues. Other names connected to the collection include Chef Salam Daqqaq at Bait Maryam, Chef Reif Othman at REIF Japanese Kushiyaki, Chef Gabriele Bonci at Bonci and Chef Nabhan Abdulrahman at ATHAR By the Qlab.
What cuisines are available at Chef’s Society?
Chef’s Society features Emirati, Indian, Cantonese, Levantine, Japanese, Italian and fusion flavours, alongside drinks, sweet treats and artisanal patisserie.
Chef’s Society gives City Centre Mirdif a wider culinary identity, combining 10 different concepts with recognised chefs, varied cuisines and experiences under one roof. With the full lineup now open, Dubai residents and visitors can explore everything from Emirati dining and Levantine food to dim sum, Japanese cuisine, Roman pizza, matcha and desserts in a single destination.
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