Ibn AlBahr - Owned By Fishermen

Ibn AlBahr brings the rugged, salt-sprayed soul of the Lebanese coast to Dubai’s shoreline with a focus on the daily catch. The culinary identity is defined by the charcoal grill, where red snapper and Sultan Ibrahim are charred over open flames to achieve a smoky, crisp skin while maintaining a succulent interior. A standout is the Fatteh shrimp, a complex assembly of plump prawns, earthy chickpeas, and toasted pita shards, all bound by a velvety tahini-yogurt sauce. The aroma of fried garlic and toasted pine nuts provides a savory top note to the dish’s creamy texture. Technical finesse is evident in the bizri, small sardines fried to a delicate, golden crunch that shatters upon impact. The meal progresses through vibrant mezze, including a citrus-forward tabbouleh and smoky baba ghanoush, before concluding with da’oukieh, a traditional sweet featuring layers of pistachio dough and clotted ashta cream, balanced by a light, floral syrup and technical rigor.