As Dubai eases into its cooler season, rooftop dining is officially back on the agenda. Just in time, Noia by the Pool has opened its doors at Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, offering a relaxed yet refined take on Greek coastal living — right above the city skyline.
Located on the 11th-floor rooftop terrace, Noia by the Pool is a modern Greek restaurant that blends laid-back Mediterranean charm with Dubai's signature sense of style. With sweeping city views, an open-air layout, and a serene poolside setting, it is designed for long lunches, golden-hour dinners, and slow, sun-soaked afternoons.
A Rooftop Inspired by the Aegean
The space is carefully designed to feel both elegant and effortless. Open-air terraces sit alongside a cosy indoor dining room, creating a setting that feels like a contemporary Greek home — warm, breezy, and welcoming. Soft coastal tones, natural textures, and clean lines set the mood, while the rooftop location ensures uninterrupted views from day through to sunset.
Next to the dining area sits the rooftop pool, where sunbeds and cabanas create a calm, resort-style atmosphere. It is an easy escape from the city without ever leaving Downtown.
Modern Greek Cuisine with a Refined Touch
At the heart of Noia by the Pool is its food. The menu is led by Head Chef Michalis Margaritis, who brings a contemporary approach to classic Greek flavours, focusing on freshness, balance, and seasonal ingredients.
The experience begins with a raw selection, including dishes like shrimp gazpacho and wild sea bream. Traditional favourites follow — Greek salad, mezze plates, and calamari — all prepared with a modern twist.
Main courses lean heavily into seafood and comforting Mediterranean classics. Expect dishes like seafood orzo, lobster linguine, beef giouvetsi, souvlaki, and tender lamb chops. For dessert, the menu stays true to its roots with indulgent Greek sweets including galaktoboureko and ekmek kadaifi, offering the perfect ending to a relaxed meal.
The drinks menu mirrors the food philosophy, featuring light, refreshing cocktails designed to pair effortlessly with warm weather, seafood, and long afternoons by the pool.
Poolside Dining, Done Right
Beyond the main restaurant, the rooftop pool area offers its own dedicated menu focused on light plates, plant-forward dishes, and seafood — ideal for guests who want to spend the day lounging in the sun. Whether it is a casual pool day or a slow afternoon turning into sunset drinks, the space is built for unhurried enjoyment.
A New Go-To for the Season
Whether you are planning a leisurely lunch, a sunset dinner with views, or a laid-back pool day that still delivers on food and atmosphere, Noia by the Pool fits the brief. It is relaxed without being casual, polished without being formal — a spot designed to be revisited all season long.
With rooftop views, thoughtful design, and a menu rooted in modern Greek cuisine, Noia by the Pool is shaping up to be one of Downtown Dubai's most inviting new openings.
GO: Noia by the Pool, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai. For reservations and details, visit the Mandarin Oriental website.
