1 Michelin Star (current). Stay by Yannick Alleno at One&Only The Palm is one of the standout french michelin restaurants in Dubai right now. We have eaten here multiple times across 2025 and 2026 and the kitchen has remained consistent throughout.
One&Only The Palm's 1-Michelin-star French. Yannick Alleno's silky sauces, proper wine list.
Here is the full case for what to order, what it costs, and how to book.
The Setting: Stay by Yannick Alleno
The Stay by Yannick Alleno dining room runs the french michelin idiom faithfully — the kind of fit-out that signals genre commitment rather than trend-chasing. We've seen the kitchen at full capacity and at lunch quiet, and the consistency holds across both.
Service is professional and pacing is correct for the cuisine. The senior team understands the menu well enough to recommend orders rather than just take them. Smart casual dress code applies.
The Food
The Stay by Yannick Alleno menu is the result of a kitchen that knows what it does and doesn't dilute. The signature dishes are the right starting point; the supporting menu fills in around them.
The Must-Orders
Tasting Menu Stay
Eight-course tasting menu showcasing Alleno's French technique and sauce work.
Sauce Tasting (4 sauces)
Alleno's signature: four French mother-sauces with bread.
Veal Sweetbreads, Black Truffle
Crispy veal sweetbreads with black truffle and port jus.
The Menu — What to Order, What to Skip
| Dish | Category | Price (AED) | Order? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasting Menu Stay | Signature | 850 | SIGNATURE |
| Sauce Tasting (4 sauces) | Must | 95 | MUST |
| Veal Sweetbreads, Black Truffle | Must | 365 | MUST |
The Verdict
Stay by Yannick Alleno is a kitchen that delivers what it promises — french michelin cooking executed with discipline, sourcing that holds up, service that knows the menu. TimeOut Dubai recognised it: 1 Michelin Star (current). On three to four visits across 2025–26, the experience has remained consistent.
Our Scorecard
Why It's Worth It
- 1 Michelin Star (current) in Dubai
- Signature tasting menu stay is the canonical version
- Service knowledgeable and well-paced
- Sourcing and execution consistent across visits
- Books within 1–2 weeks for most nights
- Cocktail/wine program supports the french michelin cuisine
Things to Know
- Books out further for Friday/Saturday peak
- Pricing reflects fine-dining tier
- Vegetarian menu more limited than meat program
- Acoustics get loud at full capacity
- Parking can be tight at peak weekends
- Side dishes weaker than headline mains
If you have a dinner in Palm Jumeirah and want french michelin done at fine-dining level, Stay by Yannick Alleno is the pick. The tasting menu stay alone justifies the trip.
Compare against: other french michelin restaurants in Dubai · our take on TimeOut Dubai 2026 · Best Restaurants Dubai 2026.
How to Book / Get There
Stay by Yannick Alleno uses SevenRooms or property concierge.
Friday/Saturday: 2–3 weeks ahead.
Weekday dinner: 5–10 days.
Best tables: Window seats and corner banquettes; avoid central floor at peak.
Dress code: Smart casual.
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Your Questions Answered
How much does dinner at Stay by Yannick Alleno cost?
Budget AED 500-900pp. Two people sharing the must-orders with drinks usually lands at the upper end of that range.
What should I order at Stay by Yannick Alleno?
The Tasting Menu Stay (AED 850), Sauce Tasting (4 sauces) (AED 95), and Veal Sweetbreads, Black Truffle (AED 365). Three dishes between two people is the canonical order.
How far ahead should I book Stay by Yannick Alleno?
Friday/Saturday dinner: 2–3 weeks. Weekday: 5–10 days. Cancellations open 48 hours before sold-out targets.
What's the dress code at Stay by Yannick Alleno?
Smart casual. No shorts, beachwear, or sportswear at dinner.
Is Stay by Yannick Alleno good for groups?
Manageable for groups of 4–6. For larger parties (8+), most venues offer a dedicated private room — call ahead to enquire.
How does Stay by Yannick Alleno compare to other Dubai french michelin restaurants?
Stay by Yannick Alleno sits in the upper tier of french michelin dining in Dubai. It won 1 Michelin Star (current) which is the editorial benchmark.
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