The local outpost of this London hotspot will open its doors in DIFC this November.
Repeat visitors to London will tell you that Duck & Waffle is no ordinary eatery, so news of its upcoming local outpost is very welcome. Renowned for its inventive cocktails and playful take on comfort food, the buzzy hotspot is not only the city’s tallest restaurant, but also open 24/7, fuelling diners at every hour of the day. Pre-work breakfast, weekend brunch, post-theatre bites late at night — it’s all here.
Closer to home, Duck & Waffle Dubai will debut on the concourse level of Innovation One in DIFC this November, making it the third branch worldwide. For context, a second outpost opened in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh last year. Taking over a new 10,000-square-foot space, Duck & Waffle is set to redefine Dubai’s dining scene with its unique blend of modern British and American dishes.
At the heart of Duck & Waffle is its signature dish, the decadent Duck & Waffle, which has now sold over two million dishes globally and counting. Featuring a crispy duck leg confit, fried duck egg, and mustard maple syrup, this dish is a prime example of the brand’s love of unexpected flavours. Other creative combinations include Foie Gras Crème Brûlée, the Spicy Ox Cheek Doughnut, and the hugely popular Whole Roasted Chicken with ratte potatoes, wild mushrooms and truffle. In addition to its signature Duck & Waffle dish, the brand also celebrates the waffle – the perfect vessel for edible fun – in the now famous Full Elvis Waffle.
In Dubai, Head Chef Jeremy Besson, renowned for his tenure with Chef Daniel Boulud, will steer the kitchen, the introduction of a robata grill included. Welcoming guests for breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner, and late-night dining, the restaurant will feature a special after-hours menu available until late, transforming the venue into the perfect spot after a night out or a sunrise power breakfast to start the day. We’re told that a 360-degree, walk-around ‘chef’s bar’ where clever libations take centre stage is also in the works. Embodying the playful nature of the brand, Duck & Waffle cocktails embrace both tradition and whimsy, a juxtaposition of nostalgic, classic mixology and fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Catapulting guests to new visual heights is a Duck & Waffle brand tenet. Upon arrival at the Dubai location, visitors will be drawn to a central, radiant dome that serves as the focal point within the main restaurant. A huge, perforated metal tree surrounded by lush greenery will frame views of the Burj Khalifa. The venue will also feature a unique greenhouse dining area with a covered pergola, creating a cosy daytime setting that will transform into a lively atmosphere after sunset. The 10,000-square-foot space will also include an open kitchen and thoughtful architecture designed to effortlessly convey the space from day to night.
DSCVR: Duck & Waffle. Innovation One, Concourse Level, DIFC, Dubai. @duckandwaffledubai
