DIFC has added a new dining destination to its roster with the opening of Uncut, a third-culture restaurant by Citadel Hospitality, now open at Al Fattan Currency House.
Positioned as a space for exploration rather than strict culinary labels, Uncut introduces a menu shaped by cross-continental influences and a deliberately generous, share-led approach.
More than a single-cuisine concept, Uncut is built around the idea of third-culture cooking, where technique, memory and travel intersect. The menu moves fluidly from refined small plates and artisanal pastas to expressive mains and indulgent desserts, encouraging guests to explore rather than order conventionally. European precision, Middle Eastern warmth, Asian aromatics and global comfort flavours are woven together into dishes designed for the centre of the table.
Bread service sets the tone early, arriving with a collection of more than ten house-made compound butters, each offering a distinct flavour profile. Starters draw on classic technique through a contemporary lens, including lamb ribs, pâté en croûte and escargots, while mains push into more unexpected territory. Dishes range from cabbage bolognese and slow-cooked lamb pasta infused with spice, to champagne lobster and black cod glazed with lemongrass and tamarind.
Desserts lean confidently into indulgence, with shareable options such as chocolate and black truffle cake and a pistachio cheesecake that balances richness with restraint. The throughline remains consistent: handcrafted execution, depth of flavour and plates designed to be experienced together.
The beverage programme mirrors the kitchen’s global outlook, spanning premium spirits, rare whiskies, craft gin, aged rum, sake, mezcal and top-tier tequilas. A wide-ranging wine list covers France, Italy, Spain and beyond, supported by Champagne, rosé and dessert wine selections.
