Secret Supper Clubs in Dubai
These are trending for their intimate, home-hosted dinners where chefs serve multi-course meals to small groups (often 10-30 people) in secret locations. They focus on community, storytelling, and unique cuisines, with prices around $80-150 per person. Diners are encouraged to come alone or with one friend to network; BYOB is common. The scene has exploded, with over 4,000 attendees in early 2024 via apps like Splidu, which handles bookings and legalities. Reasons for popularity: Dubai's expat-heavy population (90% foreigners) craves authentic, family-like experiences away from standard restaurants.
Table of notable supper clubs
| Supper Club | Description | Cuisine/Theme | Location (if known) | How to Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haus of Vo | Rotates themes like Vietnamese or German; includes singles nights and masterclasses. | Varied global. | DIFC. | Follow @hausofvo on Instagram for invites. |
| K’iin | Seven-course tasting menu with dishes like scallop aguachile and grilled octopus. | Mexican-influenced. | Secret. | @kiin_supperclub on Instagram. |
| Girl and the Goose | Elevated Nicaraguan family recipes with healthy twists. | Nicaraguan/global. | Secret. | Guestlist via @girl.and.the.goose. |
| Gerbou | Homage to Middle Eastern and Emirati culture; soon opening a permanent spot. | Middle Eastern. | Secret rendezvous. | @gerbou on Instagram. |
| Savour to Taste | Five-course molecular gastronomy with minimal waste. | Innovative fusion. | JVT. | @savourtotaste on Instagram. |
| Moreish by K | Zero-waste fusion of Emirati, Punjabi, and Persian flavors; signature samosas. | Regional fusion. | Secret. | @moreish.by.k on Instagram. |
| The CBF Express | Quarterly West African menus like seared mahi-mahi and braised short rib. | West African. | Business Bay (secret coordinates post-booking). | Confirmed booking required; @thecbfexpress. |
| Kuv’s Secret Supper Club | Frequent menu changes; North African/Middle Eastern; dietary options. | North African/Middle Eastern. | Al Bada'. | Book via Splidu (Dhs375); @kuvsecretsuppers. |
| Khalid Eats | Authentic Palestinian in a contemporary setting; chef collaborations. | Palestinian/Middle Eastern. | Mishkah, Al Quoz. | @khalideats on Instagram. |
| Eye Heart Rabbit | Modern Middle Eastern like smoked hummus; pop-up style. | Middle Eastern. | Neighborhood pop-up. | @eyeheartrabbit on Instagram. |
| The Italian Supper | Homemade pasta, risotto, pizzas; can host at your place. | Italian. | Pop-up at guests' homes. | @theitaliansupper on Instagram. |
| Haya’s Kitchen | Palestinian with grandma vibes; musakhan and vine leaves; family involvement. | Palestinian. | Secret home. | Word-of-mouth or message friends; limited seats. |
| Ahmad Halawa's | Levantine menus like knafeh; backyard-started, now twice-weekly. | Levantine. | Secret. | Instagram or word-of-mouth; books out fast. |
Some have evolved into full restaurants, like Hawkerboi or Neha Mishra's ramen club (now Kinoya, Michelin-recognized).
Tips: Book early via Instagram or Splidu; seats fill quickly. Avoid typical questions like "Where are you from?" to encourage deeper chats.
