Dubai – ONDA is the latest addition to Dubai’s dynamic culinary and cultural landscape and has quickly become the most understated hotspot to capture the attention of the city’s coolest crowd. Situated within Canal House on Al Wasl Road, its visually captivating ambiance and feel-good gourmet menu have firmly placed it on the radar as the go-to stylish hangout.
The industrial-chic interior designed by the award-winning Bone Studio, celebrates the interplay of light, material, and elevation. Textured green stone flooring and concrete pillars offer a harmonious contrast to the cherry wood walls, sumptuous red leather sofas, and blown glass tables. A luminous curtain behind the bar creates a dramatic backdrop for the softly illuminated planters with overflowing foliage.
The ingredient-driven menu has been crafted by acclaimed chef Jesse Blake, showcasing his ethos for quality and simplicity, using real, wholesome ingredients. Highlight dishes include; Avocado & King Crab Toast Dhs100 (red kosho butter, tomato & corn salsa), Heirloom Tomato & Nectarine Salad Dhs58 (almond, anchovy, smoked tomato, sumac crisp), Spicy Raw Tuna Sando Dhs65 (fermented chilli, garlic labneh, radish pickle), Charred Coconut Chicken Rice Dhs60 (white kimchi, frisee, fried onion, shaved mushrooms), Brulee Brioche French Toast Dhs60 (candied pecans, maple, vanilla ice cream), Condensed Milk Creme caramel Dhs55 (blackberry caviar, pineapple, blackberry sorbet).
The bar offers a diverse array of matcha, specialty teas, artisanal brews, sodas, and smoothies, which can be supercharged with powerful superfoods such as collagen, maca, or whey protein to boost overall well-being. Signature serves include the viral pink matcha Strawberry Cloud Dhs42, Date Refuel Dhs42 (iced matcha, spiced date agave), Cold Brew Ginger Tonic Dhs38 (cold brew coffee, lemon, ginger tonic), Dirty Dulce Cold Brew Freddo Dhs34 (shakerato, caramel, dulce de leche foam), Fly High Butterfly Dhs35 (butterfly pea tea, lychee, tonic), Glowing Green Dhs55 (kale, spinach, coconut, banana, mango, matcha, agave).
This “neighbourhood replenishment bar” is more than just a dining destination; it’s a dynamic hub for explorers and creators. ONDA seamlessly blends culinary excellence with artistic flair, creating a melting pot of creativity and camaraderie where connections are forged over shared passions for food, art, and coffee.
ONDA, Canal House, Al Wasl Road, Dubai
Sun – Thurs 10am – 11pm / Fri – Sat 10am – 12am
