HOT OFF THE GRILL
Watch out! The grill is hot and so is Friday Brunch at The MAINE.
We’re calling all seafood and meat lovers to fulfill your wildest grill fantasies. Whether you want to sink your teeth into sizzling sirloin or indulge in melt-in-your-mouth lobster tails, The MAINE has got you covered.
Join us at our location in JBR or Studio City and choose up to 3 of your grilled favorites accompanied by your booze of choice from our open bar for just AED 390 per person.
1.12.19
OH OH OH MY GRILL!
It’s Christmas time at the MAINE and you’re not going to want to miss this.
From December 22nd till the 28th (12-4PM), we’ve got all of your favorite MAINE snacks and some extra special Holiday favorites.
So roll out the roulade, order extra yorkie puddings and get that second slice of pie, because we’ve waited all year for this and we know you have too.
View our entire Christmas Menu, and book your table now!
1.12.19
THE BIG ROAST
Weekends are all about family, so it only seems right that our Weekend Brunch menu is a family feast of Roast Beef, Lamb, Bird on Spit and Sea Bass Fillet with a range of delicious sides.
Every Friday and Saturday exclusively at The MAINE Street Eatery in Studio City, The Big Roast includes 3 courses with Open Bar for only 350 AED per person.
View the Big Roast Menu here and book now!
1.10.19
NO COMPROMISE FOR LUNCH
Your favorite lunch offer is coming to The MAINE Street Eatery!
Because we don’t want our Studio City MAINERS to compromise on lunch, we’re bringing Lunch Prix Fixe to the Street Eatery from Sundays to Thursdays.
Indulge on a real lunch, with 2 courses for 65 AED or 3 course for 75 AED. From healthy salads like our Superfood Salad to our generous MAINES like our Rigatoni Eggplant Bolognese and Sea Food Filet, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Ready to make time for lunch again? Book your table now!
1.9.19
NEVER WITHOUT MY MAINE BURGER
A simple burger is actually very complicated to create. Every ingredient matters !
Covered in fresh cheddar cheese, and sour gherkin pickles, the patty is made of homeground __ days corn feed Canadian beef mixed with special, secret ingredients, while the bun is a home baked brioche, with sesame seeds. Our chef added an extra crunchy final touch with a homemade onion ring.
And of course, it is served with our very own MAINE famous triple cooked fries (link back to the blog we wrote a while back on the fries).
Ketchup, mayo or both - it’s now up to you!
1.8.19
LOSING MY VEGANITY!
Chef Saradhi’s had our health conscious Street Eatery MAINERS in mind when he crafted topseller Superfood Bowl.
A delicious mix of sweet potato, broccolini, bean sprout, cauliflower and marinated kale, it sits on a bed of quinoa and fox millet - an Indian grain, rich in fiber and protein.
It is perfectly complemented by sunflower, sesame and flax seeds, as well as a tasty Turmeric Vinaigrette.
While originally 100% vegan, don’t worry: you have the option to add chicken or shrimp!
1.7.19
AN ITALIAN RENDEZ-VOUS
Although Hamachi Crudo may look like sashimi, it’s not.
Crudo, an Italian way of preparing raw fish which involves marinating the fish and infusing it lemon, oil and spices.
The MAINE’s crudo is made with hamachi - the Japanese word for yellowtail - marinated for days, and served with a chili oregano lime dressing.
Our Chef adds some sweet pickled watermelon of his concoction to it, turning the dish into a perfect balance of salty, sweet and sour.
Bon appétit!
1.6.19
IN PIZZA, WE CRUST!
Remember our Polish mother dough?
Apart from being the starter to our famous MAINE bread, it is also used as the dough to one of our new Street Eatery pizzas: Pizza Verde.
Proofed for 48 hours before being set, the dough turns into a tasty, crispy, golden crust when baked. It marries perfectly with Pizza Verde’s unusual generous pesto base.
A vegetarian’s dream, topped with ricotta cheese, padron peppers, caramelized onions and fresh rucola.
Set to become one of the MAINE’s favorite dishes, Pizza Verde is available at The MAINE Street Eatery and soon for delivery.
1.5.19
SPANIARDS DO IT BETTER!
Our Chef’s favorite catch is the Spanish Octopus.
With a sweet natural taste, the Spanish Octopus builds on its original flavor right from the moment it is caught.
As soon as it is out of the water, it is washed with ice and sea water - a technique used to tenderize the meat, leaving it with a unique briny flavor.
Once in The MAINE kitchen, the work is almost done: marinating it with our secret spice mix, our Chef then chargrills the octopus to make it crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Served with a sun-choke puree & puttanesca sauce, the Spanish Octopus is about to become your favorite, too!
The Chargrilled Octopus is available during our Oh My Grill Brunch, every Friday and Saturday from 12PM to 4PM. Book your table now!
1.4.19
A WELL KEPT SECRET
We enter the kitchens as Chef Saradhi is getting the Lunch Prix Fixe MAINES ready. “Water is the enemy of a good gnocchi dough” says Chef Saradhi as he shapes the fresh gnocchi dough into small dumplings.
That’s why he’s made it a rule to always bake his potatoes on a bed of coarse salt, to draw out the excess moisture as they cook - instead of boiling them, as most people do.
It’s especially important to have a potato that is high in starch, which is why he stands behind Idaho Russet Potato. Every ingredient matters and this classic ruddy-skinned potato is ideal for baking and frying.
He’s even re-visited the standard pesto sauce. Giving it a twist, he’s replaced pine nuts with sunflower seeds (which are healthier, and as tasty), and adding the final touch: a drizzle of home-infused fresh thyme oil.
Ideal for a mid-week lunch! Book your table here.
1.11.18
CELEBRATE THE BONE
This dish will even make the best behaved a little handsy. Lip lickin' good and 100% tummy rumbling satisfaction. We promise you that. See you at The MAINE!
Bone marrow is an important supplemental food that’s easy to love—if you love fatty, savory treats, that is. And bone marrow is a treat, with its over-the-top richness, meaty flavor and fatty, creamy texture. It’s delicious fuel for the body, brimming with vitamins and minerals. Our Roasted Bone Marrow is cooked until precisely the right moment, paired with a thoughtful salad, toast, and then presented to attack as you would.
Scoop the marrow onto toast, top with salad, and garnish with a pinch or two of salt. Rich, unctuous, and irresistible. Simply the best at The MAINE. Book your table here!
01.10.18
SALTED BAKED WILD SEABASS
As the rock-salt covering effectively seals in the natural flavours and moisture of the fish, making it wonderfully succulent.
The result is a moist and juicy, super healthy with amazing flavors and aroma, salt baked wild sea bass. So good you’d want to swim upstream to our kitchen and spawn. Please don’t.
Still don’t believe us? It might just be one of those recipes you have to try for yourself!
06.09.18
TLC: TENDER, LIGHT & CRISPY
An almost healthy portion, from our beautifully selected Canadian milk-fed veal, prepared to your liking with a generous, golden, parmesan coating.
The sharp taste of the cheese and the succulent, tender cut of the meat creates the most enticing combination to engage the senses enough to keep you wanting more... Book your table now.
03.06.18
DIET STARTS TOMORROW
When The MAINE's Burrata is delivered straight from Puglia, you know it's not a menu item to overlook.
Garnished with tomatoes and basil so fresh, they compete with any Italian grandmother's garden. This exquisitely rich, soft and creamy cheese resembles a large ball of mozzarella, but make no mistake, it’s arguably better. A satisfying slice into the cheese reveals a lush interior of soft curd and fresh cream. Tempted yet?
Served with leatherwood honey and our oven roasted bread, this is the perfect summer dish that is rich in flavor yet light to bite.
08.05.18
FUAD BARAHIM AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE
The latest addition to our awards you might have noticed hanging around The MAINE is the Fuad Barahim Award of Excellence, beating 16 other restaurants for the title, the award is run by the Chaine des Rotisseurs Dubai, who celebrates and works to raise the standard of fine wine, cuisine and dining in the UAE.
08.05.18
MAC N' CHEESE:YOUR FAVE GOT AN UPGRADE.
New Spring special dish alert- not to be cheesy, but you’d definitely want to say hallo(umi) to our new special, our Lobster Mac & Cheese.
Everyone loves mac ’n’ cheese, but the addition of sweet, rich lobster turns this into a luxurious treat – perfect for those craving a creamy, cheesy, rich comfort food.
Topped with garlic breadcrumbs for a crispy finish. Extra saucy, extra cheesy, and perfectly carb loaded.
Summer body? Pass. Book your table here.
04.04.18
OH MY GRILL!
Hot off the Grill, The MAINE Oyster Bar & Grill is thrilled to introduce its NEW 3 Course Brunch with Open Bar (incl. Bloody Bar & Mimosas) for ONLY AED 390pp.
Enjoy all of our greatest hits, tacos, truffle pizza and more with a Surf and Turf Grill menu that will make grown men cry. Fridays & Saturdays 12pm till 4pm. Book now!
28.02.18
MAC N' CHEESE
According to a highly respected publication (our menu), the dry homemade mac and cheese you get from the box growing up is out. The MAINE’s Mac N’ Cheese is in.
This one is made of THREE different cheeses, garlic, and panko crust, it’s cheesy, rich, ooey and gooey.
Our mac and cheese will knock your socks off. Then go put ’em back on and run a marathon.. Book now!
22.01.18
SPRING CHICKEN
Who doesn't start the New Year pledging to begin a new healthier lifestyle? Annually we make new year's resolutions in an attempt to start afresh and turn over a healthy new leaf.
As eating a healthier diet tops the good intentions list for many this year it is difficult finding healthy options at your favorite restaurants.
Luckily, at The MAINE we offer up a variety of super starters, super good for you foods to start your new year right!
Our corn fed chicken with garlic mash and asparagus is equal parts rich and flavourful. Packed with high protein content and an important source of vitamins and minerals, this dish is not only delicious but could possible also help you get over that common cold you caught over the holidays!
Served with garlic mash and aparagus to get some vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6 in! Book your table now.
15.11.17
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
The Holiday season is here. Even if we don’t get chilly weather here in Dubai, we can close our eyes and feel like we are cozied up by the fire in our ugly wool sweaters.
Now get down here and taste our roasted turkey roulade with apricot sage stuffing, perfectly roasted veg and cranberry sauce, and wash it all down with our new mulled wine.
It’s beginning to look a lot like….winter at The MAINE.
15.10.17
POUTINE PASSION
It’s time to taste something from across the globe!
Poutine - a Canadian specialty that we’ve welcomed with open arms into our kitchen has been met with nothing but great feedback.
We've got lobster! We've got short rib! Plus, we've got the classic style with real Canadian cheese curds; As the only restaurant in Dubai serving up these moreish little delights, we’d urge you to not miss out.
You can book a table to ensure your poutine fix is satisfied here.
15.10.17
IT'S TERRACE TIME
Guys, guys! Our terrace is now OPEN! So grab your foodie friends and join us for your favourite MAINE meal in our charming new outdoor setting.
So soak up the evening air, shuck on your go-to oysters, order one of our fresh cocktails and follow the five words of wisdom we live by at MAINE: “Always order the extra fries.”
You’ll thank us later. And it's just the beginning, so book your table for a season full of al fresco moments before the secret is out of the bag.
07.09.17
GIN FEVER
If you’ve visited The MAINE recently, you may have noticed our new Gin Trolley making the rounds. Boasting ten boutique Gins that have been carefully hand picked, tried and tested by our liquor experts, our Gin game is stronger than ever.
Don’t miss out on our Gin Fever promotion, on Sunday and Mondays, 2 for 1 on all Featured Gins from 5pm till 12am.
Come take a seat in the dining room and don't worry about making a move, our Gin trolley will pull right up like, skrrt skrrt...
Make a reservation here before it pulls off quick.
31.07.17
LOBSTER FEST IS HERE
Summer dreams are often intrinsically tied to the delicious seasonal food we eat. On the East Coast, these dishes include buckets of seafood cracked on the spot, accompanied with ice cold white wine, laughter and sunsets.
And although we may not have The Hamptons in Dubai, JBR is the next best thing, and in following a famous MAINE tradition, our Annual Lobster Fest is finally here.
From August 5th to August 14th we’re celebrating our favorite shellfish with a special menu featuring Lobster Tail, Snow Crab Legs, Mussels Marinier, and Black Tiger Shrimp. But we know you want it all, so order the Mixed Seafood Pot to taste one of each. Plus, there's corn on the cob, garlic butter, ratte potatoes, and our addictive house made garlic bread.
Don't miss out! It's only on for two weeks! Book your table now...
31.07.17
FLEX THOSE MUSSELS
We know Lobster gets all the attention, but it’s not just about red shells. Mussel heads unite!
Our Steamed Dutch Mussels Marinier is a combination of juicy shellfish covered in a silky, savory sauce, ideal for soaking up with our housemade loaf of garlic bread. Yep, this is not a drill.
If you're as excited to try this seasonal special you better book your table like, right now.
Seared Scallops
27.06.17
SCALLOP APPRECIATION POST
The ocean’s delicacies aren’t just about oysters, scallops hold high up on our list too.
It’s probably why our super popular Roasted Scallops is a best seller at The MAINE.
The buttery, silky texture of our pan seared scallops, combined with the salty indulgence of beef bacon and garnished with peas and garden-picked herbs, the attention to ingredients is why you’ll want to order one every time.
14.06.17
TRIOS DO IT BETTER
It’s easy to say no one does raw dishes in Dubai quite like us, mostly because it’s true, but this is also due to our devotion to sourcing the freshest fish in the sea.
This results in a tartare medley of salmon and tuna that literally melts in your mouth faster than you can say “Bring me another!”
The kick? It’s not just seafood in our trio; we feature a steak tartare made up of raw filet mignon minced with magical items like… Potato bark! Pea shoots! Served on a pink clam shell!
It’s designed for your consumption pleasure, and you can book your table here to find out how good it is for yourself.
Trio Tartare
01.05.17
THAT NEW NEW
What’s best about The MAINE is we love to switch it up. Although we’ll never even consider ditching our staples like the Crispy Fish Taco, Tuna Tartare or Chargrilled Octopus, but there are some 'new kids on the block' you must check out on your next visit.
Sourced from the freshest produce and top quality seafood and meat, first up is the Roasted Scallops, three pan seared scallops, beurre blanc, and beef bacon bring savory appetizers to a whole new level. Our latest sexy addition to the array of entrées is our Surf N’ Turf, a gargantuan portion of rock tail lobster next to a succulent cut of filet mignon.
It’s the perfect dish to treat yo’self with, but the same goes for our Pan Seared Tuna: sesame crusted sushi-grade tuna on a gorgeous bed of puy lentils, this light yet fulfilling plate is already a hit. For the pasta lovers, the Pasta Clam Bake is a classic option, featuring piles of melt-in-your-mouth clams to accompany our new wine list which includes fresh tangy whites, a celebration of flavour.
10.04.17
A SEXY SURF N' TURF
Surf n’ Turfers rejoice - the filet mignon has met it’s match.
A Gargantuesque Australian Angus filet served with a Caribbean rock lobster tail is truly the best of both worlds. This hyper-macho, sexy dish is absolutely over the top. Succulent as hell, our Surf N’ Turf is designed for you to feast on the spoils of your success (or to commiserate in your failures, we don’t judge at The MAINE).
Whatever the reason, pair it with a bold and beautiful Cabernet while revisiting the reason you love to eat meat in the first place. Book your table today
Surf N Turf