I know I'm usually putting new restaurants that Ive visited, but this one is a definite must. Teatro is, for me, one of the best restaurants in Dubai, always leaves me going back for more, and is the ultimate feel good place. I'd love to say that the image of the place matches the food and mood of the place, but it doesn't. Its modern, dark and cozy, and not too romantic, but can also serve to bring about an amourous mood if needed. Its versatile, private but public, its so full of contradictions that it can suit basically everyone. Ive been there for birthdays, for casual and formal dinners and random meetings. the menu is of course international. You can choose from a wide variety of Asian, European and Indian foods as well as the all important sushi. For starters their tom yum soup, served in a big pot, is beautifully and delicately flavoured with just the right amount of chilli. The only problem i think, is that it is a big portion for a starter. So be warned! I also highly recommend the Asian sampling platter, which is a combination of samosa, spring rolls, chicken wings and tempura, which come with their respective sauces. There happens to be a wonderfully fruity mango salsa which works well with most of the foods. As for main course i cant say Ive tried much. But the two things that i have tried have been beyond excellent. Firstly, the sushi. Its extremely fresh, so fresh in fact that the sashimi literally melts in your mouth. Ive had the sashimi platter which happens to change every time according to the fish available that day, but the staple salmon, tuna, crab and yellow tail are always there. You might get some scallops, or mackerel, or other fish that taste great and i don't know the name of. The maki selection is equally fabulous and considering each portion has 8 pieces is well worth it. In terms of value for money, a platter of 16 pieces of sashimi is around 120 dhs which is pretty good.
Lets just say that if youre going to teatro you're going to spend a minimum of 200 dhs which is pretty decent.
the other main course i HIGHLY recommend is the nigiri salmon (i think thats what its called)
its basically a hige cooked salmon sushi (thats what it looks like) placed on a bed of wasabi mashed potatoes.
It is ABSOLUTE heaven, not too heavy and the perfect amount of food on the plate. You'll finish it feeling fulfilled and content.
Whenever i go with other people they all seem to highly enjoy their dishes, so i recommend you go and try whatever comes to your fancy.
Last but not least, their wine list is extensive and rich. I highly recommend the chilean sauvignon blanc, they also have a great chilean chardonnay. Both are light and crisp, a perfect accompanyment to a great meal.
See you there ;)
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