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A polished Greek restaurant in DIFC, centred on a sculptural bar and a warm, cream-toned dining room. The menu moves from meze and fresh seafood to grilled and slow-cooked meats, reflecting contemporary Athens rather than a seaside-taverna pastiche.
The Story
Origin
Created by Natasha Sideris, Avli takes its name from the Greek courtyard and its emphasis on sociable dining. The Dubai flagship opened in 2019; time spent in Athens shaped both the food and the architecture, with Greek ingredients and family food memories underpinning the menu.
Signature Dishes
Dakos with carob rusks, heirloom tomatoes and whipped feta, Feta saganaki in phyllo with honey, thyme and sesame, Papoutsakia: roasted aubergine with spiced beef mince, tahini yoghurt and pomegranate, Lemonato baby chicken, coal-roasted with lemon and oregano, Lamb keftedes with herbed yoghurt and burnt tomato butter
