The award-winning Spanish restaurant, which is part of Harts Group, will launch in partnership with Anthem Hospitality at DIFC Gate Village 01 in Dubai, with further locations to follow throughout the Gulf.
The move marks Barrafina’s first international outpost and its strategic entry into the Middle East market and is part of Harts Group’s global expansion plans for the brand.
Barrafina was founded by brothers Sam and Eddie Hart. The business is led by CEO Sam Hart, managing director Anna Watkins and operations director Aurelija Sovaite, with the kitchens headed by executive chefs Antonio González Milla and Francisco (Paco) José Torrico Sanchez.
There are currently Five London Barrafinas on Dean Street, Adelaide Street, Drury Lane, Coal Drops Yard and Borough Yard.
The Dubai restaurant is scheduled to open at the end of this year.