Secret Underground Supper Club in Dubai: 5 Courses at a Hidden Location

A supper club, also called underground dining, is a social dining experience held at a unique, secret location, in many cases a chef's modest home. Guests enjoy the feel of a modern speakeasy: you are on the inside, getting to know something that not every tourist knows. It suits anyone who wants to step away from the usual tourist routes and meet the city from a different angle.

The meal includes a curated five-course menu prepared by chefs from Dubai's underground dining scene. The menus have global influences, and are served in a way that links the food to the chef's story. There is no fixed menu that appears for everyone; the details are set according to the chef and the evening.

The social side is central. Expect three to four hours around a table with people you have not met before, including locals and expats. You can talk about life, experiences or anything under the sun, unless the chef has set special rules about what can and cannot be discussed, to make the evening more interesting. It is a chance to meet people and get their tips on Dubai and on places worth visiting.

The secrecy: the exact location is revealed only about 24 hours before the evening. So you cannot know in advance where you are going, and it is best not to schedule anything else close to the evening. The location details and start time are received after booking, and not always at the time of purchase.

Dietary needs: at booking you are asked to state any dietary restrictions, such as allergies or preferences. The organiser asks to know in advance in order to adapt the menu. Anyone with a restriction should confirm it and not assume it will be accommodated.

What is and is not included: the ticket includes a five-course menu from underground chefs, and you can bring your own bottle. Alcohol is not included in the ticket. Tips, hotel pickup and drop-off, and kids' meals are not included either. Anyone planning to bring an alcoholic drink should confirm the details with the organiser and follow local rules.

How to prepare: an evening like this is not an ordinary restaurant meal. It runs at the pace of the chef and the guests and lasts several hours, so come hungry and open to conversation, and do not schedule other plans right after the meal. Arrive on time, because all the diners start together.

Cancellation: this option is non-cancellable and non-refundable. Because the location is secret and places are limited, book only when the date is certain. The date and time are chosen at booking.

Who is it for? Adults who love food and enjoy meeting people, curious couples, and travellers looking for something different from a restaurant meal. Anyone who prefers a private table, a short meal or a fixed restaurant menu should choose a different kind of dinner.