John Dory Seafood Market unveils its new Chef’s Selection Menu, running from October 10 2025, at The Market Island, Dubai Festival City Mall. For AED 200 per person, including drinks, diners can enjoy a thoughtfully curated four-course meal that showcases eight different types of seafood across eleven carefully prepared dishes.
As the region’s first sustainable head-to-tail seafood ecosystem, John Dory remains committed to freshness and quality, with a focus on reducing waste by using every part of the fish.
Head Chef Maxim Gurin explained, “We wanted to create a tasting menu that really tells the story of what John Dory stands for. Our Chef’s Selection Menu lets us showcase premium products using our signature open-fire and dry-ageing techniques to enhance natural flavours while ensuring minimal waste.”
The Chef’s Selection Men, featuring two sets, begins with a choice of a 3-in-1 cold starter plate, which includes hummus with cold-smoked salmon, mutabal with king shrimp and halibut, and muhammara with cold-smoked halibut. Alternatively, visitors can opt for a 2-in-1 pairing of salmon tartare and wild seabass ceviche.
For hot starters, guests may choose baked Fine de Claire oysters or King Crab croquettes served with lightly salted cucumber, tobiko, and sriracha mayo. Mains include a rich Sea Bass Curry with coconut milk and cashews, or a delicate Miso Black Cod paired with fresh spinach. The meal concludes with an Orange Cake or Brownie Tart for dessert.
This menu is available from October 10 to October 31, inviting seafood lovers to enjoy a memorable dining experience that combines sustainability, innovation, and exceptional value in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
John Dory Seafood Market is open daily from noon until 11 pm with no reservations required.
About John Dory
John Dory is a seafood brand redefining modern fish butchery with a head-to-tail philosophy and a passion for honest, flavour-first cuisine. Born in Eastern Europe and now making waves in Dubai, John Dory blends craftsmanship, sustainability, and creativity across restaurant, retail, and street food concepts. From dry-aged fillets and open-fire cooking to warm, familiar service, it’s seafood done differently.
About The Market Island
A trailblazing food hall redefining the Dubai dining scene, The Market Island is home to over 40 vendors across 70,000 square feet. With a focus on experience-led dining, it hosts regular live music, kids’ entertainment and pop-up markets, all within a stylish and inviting space.
About Dubai Festival City Mall
Dubai Festival City Mall is one of the UAE’s premier shopping and lifestyle destinations, serving as the super-regional flagship within the Al-Futtaim Real Estate portfolio. In 2023, the mall welcomed over 23 million visitors, drawn to its diverse mix of over 400 outlets, from leading fashion and beauty brands, including The Editor’s Market, H&M, Nike, Adidas, Sephora, and MAC Cosmetics, to home and lifestyle anchors like IKEA and ACE.
A haven for food lovers, the mall features 50 restaurants and cafés, including the largest food court in Dubai and iconic waterfront dining along Festival Bay. Highlights include Joe & The Juice, L’ETO, EL&N, Karak Lounge, and licensed concepts such as Sayf Dubai and Helipad by Frozen Cherry.
During the cooler months, guests can enjoy The Bay by Social. This immersive outdoor experience combines gourmet street food, artisanal coffee, interactive art installations, brand activations, a carnival atmosphere, and lush, green surroundings.
The mall is also home to standout entertainment attractions, VOX Cinemas, the world’s first BOUNCE-X Freestyle Terrain Park, and the award-winning IMAGINE show, a global multimedia record-breaker. Family-friendly attractions include Fabyland (a 70,000 sq. ft. space), Leo & Loona, Hello Park, and Go Skate.
Committed to delivering exceptional experiences, the mall offers thoughtful amenities, including car charging stations, in-mall EZ taxi services, valet parking, NOL charging, and Mayed, the mall’s personal happiness ambassador, available for personalised guest assistance.
