FROM PARIS TO DUBAI: SIENA prepares to open its doors in the heart of DIFC | News
Siena Restaurant Dubai opens Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at DIFC at Gate Village 7. The project brings together Mehdi Abdelhedi, founder of Siena in Paris, and Rizwan Kassim, CEO of Paris Society, as partners for the Dubai chapter.
“At a time that calls for a more deliberate pace, the opening of Siena is approached with intention, rooted in the simple value of bringing people together. Hospitality, often most impacted during periods of uncertainty, continues to provide connection, familiarity and shared moments. Dubai demonstrates strength and stability as a global hub, bringing together cultures and perspectives from around the world. In collaboration with Mehdi, the introduction of Siena to the city is a deliberate step, building on a concept that has resonated in Paris, while adapting to a market that values community Our ambition is for Siena to become a destination that makes a thoughtful contribution to Dubai’s evolving culinary landscape and supports the UAE’s long-term vision,” said Rizwan Kassim, CEO of Paris Society and Partner of Siena Dubai.
First introduced in Paris in May 2023, Siena comes to Dubai’s International Financial Center as a natural extension of the concept, joining the neighborhood’s dining landscape with a focus on continuity, warmth and understated elegance, where Parisian sensibility meets the timeless charm of Tuscany.
“Siena represents a continuation of a family vision, shaped by the knowledge of generations and expressed as a distinctive lifestyle destination. Bringing Siena to Dubai is an opportunity to introduce its original identity to a new audience, where the elegance of Paris meets the energy of the city. We look forward to presenting Italian cuisine in all its richness while reinterpreting the spirit of the concept for Dubai,” said Mehdi Abdelhedi, owner of Siena
A TASTE OF ITALY
Guests are invited to experience the heart of Italy through refined cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients, carefully sourced from small, dedicated producers to ensure exceptional quality and taste.
On the menu: Linguine all’astice, Focaccina all’astice, Pizzetta al salmone e caviale, Carpaccio di manzo, Siena rigatoni and the classic Tiramisu.
Designed as a chic and glamorous lifestyle destination, Siena Dubai is ideal for any occasion: lunch, business meetings, dinner or cocktail, and the terrace offers a retreat in the heart of DIFC.
A GLAMOROUS ITALIAN PALAZZO
Siena unfolds as a sophisticated Tuscan-inspired interior, where Italian murals, carved mouldings, marble table tops and custom chandeliers come together to create a glamorous and elegant atmosphere. Custom-made bird chandeliers complete the setting and convey the timeless and exportable design identity of Siena Paris: elegant, mysterious and glamorous, redesigned for Siena Dubai by interior architect Laleh Amir Assefi. Inspired by and staying true to the codes of Siena Paris, she has reinterpreted the concept for Dubai with a refined and contemporary vision.
LA DOLCE VITA, RE-PERFORMED
At Siena, every visit is a journey into the Italian way of life, inspired by la dolce vita. From day to night, guests feel completely at home, surrounded by spaces designed to stimulate the senses.
“What we have focused on in Dubai is making sure every guest feels welcome and cared for,” said Pietro Zoffoli, General Manager of Siena Restaurant Dubai. “From the way our team guides each experience to the way the spaces flow, we want people to relax, connect and enjoy the Italian way of life in a vibrant, effortless environment. Every detail is designed to make every visit special and unforgettable.”
Known as the ultimate celebrity hotspot in Paris, Siena comes alive when night falls. Cocktails flow, dishes take a backseat and guests float effortlessly between velvet booths, moving to the irresistible pulse of house and disco, spun by live DJs.
More than a location, Siena is an experience, a heartbeat, an energy, an evening you will never forget.
Location: Ltd Gate Village Building 7, DIFC Dubai, UAE
Opening hours:
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
(Closed on Mondays)
Friday – Saturday: 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM
