All about Market Island at Festival City Mall
The largest food hall in the Middle East is all geared to open its doors later this year. And we couldn’t be more excited! The new culinary initiative, dubbed Market Island, will welcome visitors to Dubai Festival City Mall.
About Market Island in Festival City Mall
The emirate’s newest venture is a partnership between Dubai Festival City Mall, part of Al Futtaim Malls and Zemsky Group — one of Russia’s largest commercial real estate organisations in the F&B industry. It will officially open in December 2023 on the mall’s ground floor.
According to the General Manager of Al Futtaim Malls Hayssam Hajjar:
“We are excited to be partnering with Zemski Group to debut the one-of-its-kind food hall experience with the opening of Market Island at Dubai Festival City Mall. Our commitment to delivering exceptional F&B and entertainment that prioritise customer satisfaction has always been our goal at Al Futtaim Malls. With this in mind, we are proud to present Market Island, a cutting-edge venue that seamlessly merges the worlds of food and entertainment, featuring a diverse range of culinary concepts.”
What to expect
Dining
Market Island will be spread across 70,000 sq. mt. The size makes sense, considering it will be home to over 53 culinary concepts, all of which introduce diners to an international array of cuisines. Apart from several food stations, restaurant spaces and lounges, the area will also be the site of the first licenced bar in a mall in the UAE. Looking for more food options? Explore the various delicious meals served at the restaurants at Festival City Mall.
Leisure
Sample a range of items while tapping to the beat of some tunes by DJs. Visitors can also expect live performances. All in all, the culinary extravaganza is expected to draw many visitors and tourists.
FAQS ABOUT MARKET ISLAND IN DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY
When will Market Island open?
The new venture is slated to open in December 2023.
What are the best stores in the mall?
Want to scout out the mall before the opening? See what the best Dubai Festival City Mall shops have to offer. Shop for everything from footwear to the trendiest fashions. If you’ve any questions about Festival City, this ultimate guide can help guide you.
That is all you need to know about the upcoming Market Island in Dubai Festival City Mall. If you’d like to look for more fun things, the outdoor market at the mall is an excellent place to start. Stay tuned to MyBayut for more updates on the latest happenings in the UAE.