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Adil Raza Khan | September 12, 2025
Dubai is a city of endless possibilities. Diverse and lifestyle-wise, the best places to visit in Dubai (2025) are represented by beaches and deserts, skyscrapers and heritage districts. All the destinations are encircled with finest communities where homes are available to the family and the investor.
At Apil Properties, Dubai, we assist families and investors in locating homes within the liveliest communities within the city. And in addition
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Adil Raza Khan | September 12, 2025
The best nurseries in Dubai play a key role in helping families settle into the city’s vibrant communities.
When parents relocate to Dubai in 2025, they will need to decide on a balance between – quality education, safety, and convenience when selecting the right nursery. Residents of such neighbourhoods usually seek nurseries that offer international curricula and are convenient to their houses.
As Dubai continues to shift to a more family-friendly lifestyle, nurseries will be more developed in 2025, with targeted programs that cater to children in their early years and prepare them for schooling in the future.
At Apil Properties Dubai – we not only show families their dream home but also help them explore other lifestyle necessities such as education and childcare.
This blog will take you through the best nurseries in Dubai (2025) and other details that should be considered during the selection of a family-friendly nursery.
Adil Raza Khan | September 12, 2025
Dubai is increasingly receiving footfall of people with different desires and dreams from around the world. The property market is basically growing by leaps and bounds because of this huge influx of new residents.
Investment property in Dubai is enjoying a golden period now. Dubai 2040 urban master plan population target is to attract 7.8 million residents globally by 2040. The present population is 3.3 million people.
It is a simple calculation to know for sure that the expansion of properties in a diverse range in Dubai is and also will be the norm for decades. No person will sleep on the footpath of Dubai!
In this blog, we will clarify the major doubts that still persist in the minds of our readers and the investors out there somewhere on this planet.
Adil Raza Khan | September 11, 2025
Dubai Mall is the world’s biggest mall and is a major tourist attraction not just in Dubai but across the UAE. Today, we will discuss only some of the best restaurants in Dubai Mall that are our favorites. And, trust us, we do mean it!
The restaurants we pick for discussion here are known for their quality and quantity of food offerings and the inviting atmosphere of their indoor interiors. Most of our choices offer a panoramic view of the adjacent Dubai Fountain and the Burj Khalifa that we need not describe at all. The world knows about them!
We will also not waste extra words illuminating the magnificence of the Dubai Mall. You can read our previous blog written on it. It would suffice to say that the massive mall magnificently manages to capture the multicultural spirit of Dubai through its mouthwatering delicacies.
The top restaurants in the Dubai Mall give you the ticket to global cuisine like no other without having to fly to different destinations. So, let’s get started right away.
Red Lobster is a favorite dining venue for tasting some of the best fresh seafood delicacies. The live cooking views by the skilled chefs add to the charm here.
Cuisine: Seafood in American style. Considered Halal food for many.
Price range: Mid-range in a casual setting ambiance. Depending on your seafood choices, the bill may cost anywhere between AED 250 and AED 600 for two.
The spot in Dubai Mall: Near the Dubai Fountain or the Aquarium at the lower ground floor.
Good to know: Fresh seafood delicacies and waterfront dining experience in a family-friendly ambiance. Outdoor terrace seating with a minimum spend amount is available. Complimentary basket of Cheddar Bay Biscuits is served to the guests (one for each table).
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Tribes Carnivore is one of the best restaurants in Dubai Mall with the fountain view. The South African ambience, the cuisine, and the occasional live entertainment show by drummers and performers make the dining experience here truly amazing.
Cuisine: South African food. It is a steakhouse specializing in meat dishes. Some would call it Halal food.
Price range: Moderate range. It can cost around AED 300 to AED 500 for two on average.
The spot in Dubai Mall: Located on the 2nd floor in the Star Atrium, above the Apple Store.
Good to know: Casual African-themed ambiance with a Burj Khalifa view. Good for casual dining with family and kids with no strict dress code. Occasionally, African-inspired musical performances are scheduled. Vegetarians have suitable choices here.
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The contemporary Mediterranean vibe reflects on the interior aspects as well. Somewhere is a great spot for couples with cozy seating arrangements. It is one of the most romantic restaurants in Dubai Mall, as per the guest reviews.
Nevertheless, it is also a good choice for family dining. The restaurant is known for high service quality besides good food.
Cuisine: Mediterranean food served with a contemporary twist. Fusion food culture is encouraged highly.
Price range: Mid-range. Neither expensive nor very affordable. Your orders will decide the final billing amount. Expect a minimum spend of AED 250 for two.
The spot in Dubai Mall: It is located on the first floor of the mall, precisely on the new Fashion Avenue extension part of the mall.
Good to know: Upscale and stylish ambiance with Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa views, but grabbing a prime seating spot requires spending a minimum amount. It offers a cozy premium dining experience near premium shop outlets. Great for casual eat-outs as well. Dress smartly, as the setting is posh.
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Must be a haven for Chinese food admirers! The open kitchen allows the live show of handmade noodles and dim sum right from scratch. New Shanghai is one of the most affordable restaurants in the Dubai Mall with a view.
Cuisine: Shanghai-specialized Chinese food. Traditional Shanghai provincial food is a major hit here.
Price range: Affordable. Expect to spend a minimum of AED 150 to AED 300 for the meal of two here. The dishes you select decide the bill.
The spot in Dubai Mall: It is located on the lower ground level of the mall.
Good to know: Enjoy casual dining in a cozy setting. The outdoor seating space (a minimum spend is mandatory) offers a direct view of the Dubai Fountain and the Burj. The interior is styled as per the architectural stylings of old Shanghai eating houses. It is a family-friendly restaurant. Alcohol is restricted.
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Not mentioning Din Tai Fung when it comes to listing the famous restaurants in Dubai Mall will be a shame. It is globally renowned for its Taiwanese cuisine, especially hand-folded delicate dumplings. The freshly prepared food using authentic and fresh Taiwanese ingredients that also involves hard labor and fine detailing is the major crowd puller. It has several branches all over the world.
PS. They do not use Pork for their food in this Dubai Mall branch, unlike their other branches. Chicken replaces pork meat in this branch.
Cuisine: Premium Taiwanese cuisine made by hand from scratch.
Price range: Mid-range to expensive. The average cost of a meal for two is around AED 200. Expensive orders will escalate the amount.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the Fashion Avenue part of the mall.
Good to know: The famous dumplings you enjoy here are prepared using hands (not machines), where each dumpling is folded 18 times and all the pieces weigh the same. No two dumplings will weigh the same and look different, ever! Takeout and dine-in choices are available. No Reservation is entertained. You go and eat on a first-come, first-served basis!
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After sensitizing the taste buds with Asian cuisines, it is time to soothe them with some Italian gastronomical pamperings. GIA is the name to look for now.
The cozy and stylish European interior makes GIA Ristorante one of the best romantic restaurants in Dubai Mall to enjoy Italian cuisine, specializing in both Classic and Modern Italian dishes. Fresh and premium-quality ingredients with good portion sizes are served here. Their attentive services also earn them a good reputation.
Cuisine: Both Authentic and Refined Italian dishes. Their seafood servings are very popular.
Price range: Moderate to premium Italian dining experience. Expect to pay at least AED 200 on ordering a main course and a non-alcoholic drink.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The Italian restaurant lies on the ground floor of the Fashion Avenue Extension part of the mall. Both the Fountain and Burj views are available.
Good to know: Their non-alcoholic mocktails have their own fanbase. Special dietary choices like Vegan and Gluten-free menu choices are available besides the Halal food options. The terrace offers a direct view of the Dubai Fountain show, but you need to spend a minimum for grabbing these advantageous seats. Reservations are recommended. It is a romantic spot to propose to your partner, as GIA has its reputation as a perfect venue for couples. No alcohol!
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Social House restaurant is known for its international fusion menu items that serve a fantastic mix of the delicacies across American, Italian, Asian, and Japanese cuisines. It is a more popular dining venue with the youngsters who have a knack for trying out global fusion dishes without having to try different specialized restaurants.
The wooden interior looks elegant, and the casual living-space-kind of setting with greenery and bookshelves adds a relaxed yet productive vibe to it. All-day meals are available with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Cuisine: Global fusion delicacies. It boasts of a spectrum of multi-cuisine choices and varied drinks.
Price range: Moderate to expensive is the price range. Though it always depends on what you order, the average cost of a meal for two will be approximately AED 250 to AED 300 minimum.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The restaurant is on the lower ground floor of the mall, precisely near the waterfall facing the fountain.
Good to know: The restaurant is Wheelchair Accessible! 120 minutes is the maximum seating time allowed for any guest. It allows only walk-in guests and NO Reservations (except for a large group of 8 guests). The outdoor terrace seating is popular for the fountain and burj views. Seatings are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Their extensive menu choices have room for vegetarians. Halal food choices are also available.
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The Turkish restaurant is labelled as one of the best restaurants in Dubai mall with a fountain view that boasts of a wide collection of popular flavored Shisha. Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner are all available throughout the day.
Shisha is popular here, but no alcohol is served. Their grilled items are particularly popular.
Cuisine: Modern Turkish Cuisine. Traditional Turkish dishes with a contemporary fusion are also on the menu. A good variety of different flavored Shisha is available.
Price range: Moderately costly dining. The cost of a meal for two can be approximately AED 430. The starting price of flavored Shishas is AED 150. It is a bit expensive to dine here.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The restaurant is located on the third floor of the Fashion Avenue part of the mall. The view of the Burj Khalifa and the Fountain is good from the site.
Good to know: The quantity of the expensive mocktails is small. Some guests have praised the Shisha collection here as one of the best in Dubai. The interior is modern and stylish, so dress up smartly. Both indoor and outdoor terrace seating is available, but prime outdoor seats come with a minimum spend. No alcohol. It is a family-friendly restaurant where even high chairs are offered for little guests with menus specially curated for them. Organic vegetarian menu choices are available.
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After so many savory delicacies, it is time for some baked goods and desserts. Home Bakery is known for its pleasing ambience and mouthwatering cakes and cookies.
Take-home choices are available along with enjoying the baked goodies inside their cozy and chic indoor ambience.
Cuisine: Bakery delicacies. It serves a wide variety of premium-quality cakes, cookies, pastries, breads, and other baked delicacies.
Price range: Moderately expensive; the restaurant is where two people can expect to spend around AED 150 here. As it is a restaurant famous for baked goods, the cost factor is based more on individual items rather than a meal course. A small cake might cost AED 30.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The cafe and bakery restaurant is located on the ground floor in the Fashion Avenue part of the mall.
Good to know: Wheelchair accessibility is available. Both dine-in and takeoutchoices are available. The outlet also offers delivery services to nearby areas. No alcohol is served, but soft drinks and other types of beverages are offered. The indoor vibe is trendy and smart, so do dress up accordingly.
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One of the best restaurants in Dubai Mall 2025 has to be The Cheesecake Factory when it comes to desserts after a fulfilling, tasteful meal. The list would have been a half-hearted effort without this mention.
Let us confirm: the Cheesecake name should not befool anyone, as it offers an extensive range of American menu items that are equally enjoyable. It is a family-friendly restaurant and is popular for its generous servings, both in terms of quality and quantity. The large portions of their servings make them a popular restaurant.
Cuisine: American Classic items with a generous offering on Seafood and Steak specialties.
Price range: Affordable. Starting from AED 50, the meal cost for two can be somewhat wrapped up within the AED 150 margin. Again, the orders you make will decide the billing amount eventually. Their famous Cheesecakes start from AED 35.
The spot in Dubai Mall: The restaurant stands on the ground floor of the mall, near the entrance to the famous Aquarium.
Good to know: The view of the Dubai Aquarium while eating feels extra special for the guests here. The restaurant doesn’t need prior reservation. Their ‘skinnylicious menu’ is worth giving a try. Their extensive menu ranges over 250 items, making the guests spoiled with finger-licking choices. The Cheesecake section itself flaunts over 30 unique types of flavors. Vegan, Halal, and Gluten-free food choices are available. The venue is fully Wheelchair-accessible.
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Adil Raza Khan | September 11, 2025
One of the most relevant questions that any person planning to move to the city should address is the Best Area to live in Dubai with a Family in 2025. Dubai has established a reputation as a safe, innovative, and family-friendly destination worldwide.
By 2025, its residential areas had also developed to a higher level, providing global schools, superior health institutions, eco-friendly designs, and colorful living, making living in a family easy to manage and fun.
According to experts, a consistent population growth, government-funded developments, and emphasis on sustainable urban development in Dubai make it a special place to live with families. As the number of smart communities, more green spaces, and lifestyle-oriented development increases, families will enjoy better living standards more than ever.
Locating the right family home does not require a simple search of the listings; it involves the expert services of professionals who can offer the best perspective of what areas will offer in terms of comfort, convenience, and investment value.
Here, Apil Properties Dubai will guide you in the next step, pairing families with the right community to call home in 2025.
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Adil Raza Khan | September 11, 2025
As the city has become a global center of world-class healthcare, finding the best hospital in Dubai will be a top priority among residents, expats, and medical tourists in 2025.
Dubai has established a reputation in the world not only in real estate, tourism, and business but also in providing world-standard healthcare. The emirate remains a medical innovator in 2025, drawing patients across – Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Having good infrastructure, more importantly, internationally accredited hospitals and highly qualified doctors, the city provides quality healthcare services that can be compared to the best in the world.
Identifying the best hospital in Dubai is a priority for expats, residents, and medical tourists. The city's hospitals have been accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP), which guarantee patient safety and clinical excellence standards across borders. This renders Dubai among the safest and most developed destinations for medical treatment.
Healthcare also influences lifestyle and property decisions. Communities near the best hospitals are more favorable for families and investors. The best part – they can access quality care quickly.
This guide identifies the top 10 hospitals in Dubai 2025 – their areas of expertise, and the surrounding places where living is easier and offers peace of mind.
Adil Raza Khan | September 11, 2025
Dubai is the global hub for real estate investment. But did you know it wears the crown in the domain of global diamond trade as well?
Diamonds vs. Real Estate in Dubai isn’t only a fancy debatable topic. It is also a curiosity of millions of investors (of properties and diamonds) worldwide that we intend to address now.
From the very start let us make it clear that there is no fact worth justifying the fight happening on Google between these two profitable investment choices. They both have their own appeal. Some will find diamonds to be their biggest assets forever, while others will find their property holdings their most precious gem.
The fact that Dubai has groomed itself to be a global hub for both is what sparks the discussion. So, without wasting much time in the introductory section, let us dive into the discussion systematically.
Adil Raza Khan | September 9, 2025
Like Charity, Luxury also begins at home. Standalone Dubai villas, undoubtedly, are the most luxurious choices to call Home.
Villa communities in Dubai are master-planned communities with premium suburban lifestyle amenities. They guarantee more spacious living scopes and greater privacy in an exclusive setting.
Today, we will talk about (read type about!) the best villa communities in Dubai that are paradise for end-users and profitable for investors. Let the journey begin.
Adil Raza Khan | September 8, 2025
Expensive schools don’t guarantee the best education. We agree.
Nevertheless, in Dubai it only suggests holistic learning scopes in a nurturing environment that genuinely supports your children to realize their full potential. The most expensive GEMS School in Dubai commands attention for this and more.
Trust us, it does require some expenses on the part of the school administration to be able to offer a holistic learning environment surpassing the academic aspects.
Dubai, with all its tax-friendly regulations and promising growth prospects, enables a family to invest handsomely in their children’s future carefree. So, the word ‘expensive’ need not be perceived in a negative style here, at least in the Jewel of the Gulf .
Now, the next question that might arise in one’s mind is why we are focusing on GEMS Schools specifically. Well, it is the best when it comes to world-class education with various international curriculum choices. GEMS Education is synonymous with holistic education in a nurturing environment under the guidance of passionate educators coming together from all parts of the world.
In this blog, we will briefly highlight why GEMS Education is worth appreciating and discuss in detail the newest and also the most expensive GEMS School in Dubai.
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