Iliana · Restaurant · Dubai
A beachfront Greek restaurant at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab led by Head Chef Andreas Gkipalis.
Iliana is a Greek restaurant on the beachfront at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Umm Suqeim, Dubai, its name Greek for 'ray of light' or 'sun'. Head Chef Andreas Gkipalis, who trained at Michelin-starred kitchens before joining the resort, builds the menu around a Mykonian-inspired reading of Greek cooking, served open to the sea breeze along the shoreline.
The dining room and veranda lean into whitewashed tones, sandy hues and natural textures, with woven chairs and neutral stoneware echoing the simplicity of the Aegean islands, all facing views toward Burj Al Arab and the Arabian Gulf. Iliana Rooftop, an elevated lounge for Greek dining and cocktails set to Mykonian-inspired music, opened above the restaurant in November 2025 and operates seasonally.
The kitchen's fish market runs to whole seabass, turbot and langoustines grilled or baked in salt, alongside signature plates such as a dry-aged beef tomahawk, lamb chops with aubergine puree, and grilled octopus with fava cream. Pasta includes a Canadian lobster 'Pandesia' seafood pasta and a Mykonian truffle linguine, and the raw bar offers a Beluga caviar selection. A classic Greek salad with barrel-aged feta anchors the starters.
Iliana is open daily, lunch from noon to 4pm in smart casual dress and dinner from 6pm to 11pm in elegant attire; children are welcome until 7pm, after which the dining room is for guests seven and older.
Address: Beachfront, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm Suqeim 3, Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Iliana takes its own reservations direct in Dubai. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Tuesday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Wednesday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Thursday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Friday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Saturday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
- Sunday: 12:00 - 16:00, 18:00 - 23:00
Frequently asked about Iliana
How do I get a reservation at Iliana in Dubai?
Send a request on this page with your date, time and party size, and our Dubai partner handles your reservation at Iliana. Our Dubai partner can also arrange the clubs, pools and nightlife around your dinner.
What should I order at Iliana?
Iliana is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Iliana?
Iliana keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Iliana located?
Iliana is in Dubai, at Beachfront, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm Suqeim 3, Jumeirah Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. MyRSVP can build it into a full Dubai itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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