The Dubai Hills food scene is getting pretty exciting lately. You might remember my post on Saylor’s – Best Fish & Chips in Dubai. Well, recently I checked out Reverly, located across from Dubai Hills Mall, in the Business Park. It has got a pretty cool concept, billing itself as Dubai’s first Indian Tapas spot. Indian food and tapas are two of my favourite things, and with it being a fully licensed cocktail bar, I’ll be honest, it would have to be pretty bad for me not to like it.
Indian Tapas & Cocktails
Reverly’s got a killer cocktail bar, surrounded by lush greenery. Their menu takes inspiration from the four seasons and offers options for both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Heading up the kitchen is the award-winning chef Rahul Rana. What’s even cooler is that Reverly is brought to you by the same creative minds behind the legendary, 2-time Michelin-rated Tresind Studio. So if the hefty 900 AED per person price tag there isn’t quite in your budget, no worries! Reverly, their little sister, is offering dishes from as low as 12 AED.
Finger licking Good!
The food at Reverly is seriously finger-licking delicious, with each dish offering unique flavours and beautiful presentation that really give it an oomph factor. Even the poppadoms look like a work of art! Having visited twice now, I can honestly say that I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every single dish. While the ghee roast lamb and chicken tikka masala were standout dishes for me, there wasn’t a single thing that failed to impress. I think I’ve nearly worked my way through the entire menu!
Offers
They offer a great happy hour with drinks priced at only 29 AED, running Mon-Thurs from 12-8pm. They also have a fantastic business lunch, which I’ll be reviewing soon for both you and me! And just so you know, my reviews are unbiased and not affiliated with the restaurant.
The Cons
I recommend booking in advance as it appears the cat is most definitely out of the bag. When we visited both on Friday night and Saturday, the restaurant was packed, and all tables were still occupied when we left around 11:00 pm. If I had to nitpick, my only gripe would be the surprise service charges and taxes at the end, which bump up the bill by about 22 percent. But hey, if you know about it beforehand, it won’t catch you off guard. Even with that, the bill was still pretty affordable, with dishes starting from just 12 AED. There is valet parking available, but it’s not free. However, based on my experience, in the evening, you can self-park for free nearby.
The Pros
Would I recommend Reverly? Absolutely! It’s a fantastic spot for a night out with friends or a romantic date night. The cocktails are top-notch, though I found the Indian-style Gin poori shot didn’t quite suit my palate, so I stuck to the classics – which were all fantastic. The pros? Great service, delicious food, and even the manager pops by to make sure everything’s up to scratch. It definitely holds its own compared to Carnival by Tresind. Honestly, it’s one of the best modern Indian/Indian fusion dinners I’ve ever had – do yourself a favor and GO!
