Frevo opened at One&Only The Palm in late 2022 with a quiet, ambitious premise: 14 seats facing an open kitchen, a single 12-course tasting menu, and the cuisines of Italy and Brazil treated as intellectual partners rather than novelty fusion. By the time the 2024 Michelin Guide arrived, that gamble had paid off — Frevo earned one star, becoming one of the youngest Michelin-starred restaurants in the city.
We've eaten at Frevo three times since opening, including twice in 2026. The kitchen, led by chef Henrique Sá Pessoa with executive Pedro Cabezas running service, has only sharpened. This is not a cuisine of compromise: every plate sits in a precise space where Mediterranean technique and Brazilian ingredients meet, and the room's intimacy means there's no hiding mediocrity. There is none.
At AED 1,200pp for the tasting, Frevo is the most expensive non-buffet meal on Palm Jumeirah and one of the priciest tasting menus in Dubai. Whether it's worth the price depends on what you value. If you value technique, intimacy, ingredient quality, and a meal you'll remember for two weeks afterward — yes.
Must Order
- 12-Course Tasting Menu AED 1,200
The only way to dine at Frevo. Wine pairing AED 600 extra; non-alcoholic pairing AED 350. - Brazilian Hearts of Palm with Italian Olive Oil In tasting
Frequently the standout opener — fresh Brazilian palmito, 30-month aged Modena vinegar, 2024 Tuscan olive oil. - Picanha with Mediterranean Herbs In tasting
Brazil's defining cut treated with Italian rigor — Wagyu picanha, rosemary, fennel pollen. - Brigadeiro Reimagined In tasting
The only desert plate. Brazilian classic chocolate truffle plated with Sicilian pistachio.
Pros
- Michelin-starred technique at 14-seat counter intimacy
- Italian-Brazilian fusion done with intellectual seriousness, not novelty
- Wine pairing is genuinely exceptional — 70+ Italian/Portuguese/Brazilian list
- Chef Sá Pessoa interacts with the room throughout service
- One&Only The Palm setting is quiet, refined, no mall-traffic
Things to Know
- AED 1,200pp tasting only — no à la carte option
- Books out 4-6 weeks ahead for Friday/Saturday
- Counter seating only — not for groups over 4
- Menu changes seasonally — favorites do disappear
Final Verdict
Frevo earns its Michelin star. The 14-seat counter, chef-direct service, and the intelligent Italian-Brazilian conversation across 12 plates make it Dubai's most accomplished tasting-counter experience in 2026. Book 4-6 weeks ahead. Worth every dirham of the AED 1,200pp.
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FAQs
Does Frevo Dubai still hold its Michelin star in 2026?
Yes. Frevo earned its Michelin 1-star in the 2024 Dubai Guide and retained it in both the 2025 and 2026 editions. No other Italian-Brazilian Dubai restaurant currently holds a star.
How much does Frevo Dubai cost?
The 12-course tasting menu is AED 1,200pp. Wine pairing adds AED 600pp; non-alcoholic pairing AED 350pp. Service charge and 5% VAT included on the bill. Expect AED 1,500-1,900pp all-in with pairing.
How far ahead should I book Frevo Dubai?
4-6 weeks for Friday/Saturday dinner. Tuesday-Thursday seats often available 2-3 weeks out. Walk-ins not accepted (only 14 counter seats — every seat is reserved).
What's the dress code at Frevo?
Smart casual minimum. Jacket appreciated for men but not required. Most diners come in elevated-casual: dark jeans + collared shirt, dresses or smart trousers for women. No sportswear, shorts, or flip-flops.
Is Frevo Dubai halal?
Frevo serves alcohol (wine pairings) but uses halal-certified meat throughout — including the picanha, lamb, and chicken courses. The kitchen accommodates non-alcohol pairings on request.