This Indian Restaurant In Dubai Was Just Awarded A 3rd Michelin Star

An Indian restaurant in Dubai has just won what is considered the highest honour in the culinary world. Tresind Studio, helmed by Chef Himanshu Saini, has been awarded a third Michelin Star. This is a historic win as it is the first ever Indian food establishment to be given this coveted accolade. Over the years, one and two Michelin stars have been bestowed on Indian restaurants abroad (There is no Indian edition of the Michelin Guide, so domestic restaurants cannot win). However, till now, none had received the third star, which signifies "Exceptional cuisine" and the highest standards.

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Commenting on the win, Chef Himanshu Saini said, "We are deeply humbled to receive this extraordinary recognition. To be awarded three Michelin stars is a testament to our team's unrelenting passion and belief in the power of storytelling through food. Our goal has always been to present Indian cuisine not just as nostalgic but as progressive and worthy of the world's highest culinary accolades."

The awards ceremony for the fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai took place on May 22, 2025. Tresind Studio is one of only two restaurants in Dubai that have been awarded three Michelin stars. FZN by Bjorn Frantzen is the other winner of this accolade. The Dubai outpost of Jamavar, a celebrated Indian restaurant, has been given a single Michelin star this year.

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More About Tresind Studio

Tresind Studio serves a multi-course tasting menu spotlighting seasonal ingredients and flavours from across India. Chef Himanshu Saini opened Tresind Studio in 2018, conceptualised as a more experimental version of the earlier Tresind. It was later moved to a separate premises, which is its current 20-seater rooftop space at The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. It received its second Michelin star in 2023. The Michelin Guide notes, "This immersive Indian concept highlights Chef Himanshu Saini's limitless levels of imagination and creativity. The tasting menu showcases traditional Indian dishes from various regions, re-imagined and superbly crafted into vibrant, eye-catching, and flavoursome creations."

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Tresind Studio is part of the Passion F&B restaurant group, which also includes reputed establishments in the UAE and India, such as Avatara and Carnival by Tresind. Mr. Bhupender Nath (founder and CEO of Passion F&B) said, "Earning three Michelin stars is a significant milestone for Tresind Studio and a proud moment for Indian gastronomy globally. It is the result of years of focused dedication, visionary leadership, and an exceptional team committed to excellence. We remain steadfast in our pursuit of elevating the dining experience with integrity and innovation."

Over the years, Tresind Studio has won several international culinary accolades. Most recently, it was named the 2nd best restaurant in the Middle East and North Africa by the World's 50 Best rankings. The same organisation has featured Tresind Studio among the top 50 restaurants worldwide multiple times. Click here to find out more.