Bar Dali - The Surrealist Sanctuary

Bar Dali

The Surrealist Sanctuary

Tucked within the architectural void of The Opus by Zaha Hadid, Bar Dali is an escape from the expected. Recently awarded by The Pinnacle Guide, we challenge the very notion of a speakeasy by offering something rarer than seclusion: imagination.

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Why We Hide

"A bar that hides from reality, not just the police. Tucked within Zaha Hadid's architectural void, we offer something rarer than seclusion: imagination. This is where surrealism meets alchemy."

— Vitor Hugo Lourenço, Beverage Director at Maison Dali

Bar Dali challenges the very notion of a speakeasy. We don't hide from the law—we hide from the ordinary. Our liquid artistry program, featuring cocktails that change flavor mid-sip and the world's first Negroni Fountain, has earned us 1 PIN from The Pinnacle Guide and hosted the legendary Double Chicken Please (#14 in World's 50 Best Bars) for their Dubai takeover.

Bar Dali cocktails - Liquid artistry by Vitor Hugo Lourenço
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Art & Alchemy

Liquid artistry curated by Beverage Director Vitor Hugo Lourenço. Our cocktail program transcends traditional mixology—some drinks change flavor as you sip them, others flow endlessly from our iconic Negroni Fountain. This is alchemy disguised as hospitality.

Each creation is a surrealist canvas in liquid form, challenging perception and rewarding curiosity.

Beyond Alchemy

The Stars Wine List A Celestial Map of the World's Finest Vineyards

For the discerning collector and the adventurous palate, we present our most treasured collection: The Stars Wine List. This is more than a list of rare vintages; it is a celestial map of the world's most iconic vineyards and legendary winemakers, a narrative told through liquid artistry.

Each bottle on this list represents a constellation of perfect terroir, impeccable craftsmanship, and ephemeral beauty. Here, you will discover limited-allocation cuvées from biodynamic pioneers, back-vintages from hallowed estates sleeping peacefully in our cellar, and exclusive parcels rarely seen outside the wineries themselves.

This is a journey through the sublime. Allow our Head Sommelier to be your guide through the stars, helping you select a bottle that is not just a drink, but a destination.

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Global Recognition Validated by the World's Best

1 PIN Award from The Pinnacle Guide. Our vision has been validated by the world's most discerning critics. When Double Chicken Please—ranked #14 in the World's 50 Best Bars—chose Bar Dali for their Dubai takeover, it confirmed our place in the global cocktail conversation.

This is not a bar that seeks approval. It earns respect.

Bar Dali awards and recognition - Pinnacle Guide 1 PIN
Bar Dali Head Sommelier with curated wine selection - expertise and elegance
Phase 3

The Composition One-Time Creation

This menu is a unique culinary portrait. It will be cooked only once, for your specific group, and never repeated. Each dish is a chapter in your story, translated through the lens of Chef Farmer's 3-star Michelin technique.

"If you tell me your greatest success was a deal closed in Tokyo, I might create a dish that captures the scent of cherry blossoms after the rain. If your fondest memory is of your childhood on the Scottish coast, I will find a way to put that on the plate."
— Vitor Hugo Lourenço
Phase 4

The Performance

The experience includes an exclusive, private dining space within The Opus, dedicated service staff, and direct interaction with Chef Farmer as he presents each course of your culinary portrait.

This is not dinner. This is theater. This is art. This is memory made tangible through the highest expression of culinary craft.

  • Private dining room in The Opus
  • Dedicated service team
  • Direct chef interaction for each course
  • Bespoke wine pairings (optional)
Exclusive private dining space within The Opus

Commission Your Canvas

The Bar Dali experience is available for groups of two to eight guests. Inquiries are handled directly through a dedicated concierge service.

1. Contact

Reach out via the Red Book concierge or private email

2. Commission

Share your story, memories, and inspirations

3. Experience

Witness your story transformed into culinary art

BEGIN YOUR CONSULTATION

Or contact us directly: canvas@maisondalidubai.ae

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bar Dali at Maison Dali?

Bar Dali is an ultra-luxury bespoke dining experience. It is not a restaurant menu, but a one-of-a-kind culinary portrait that translates your personal story through 3-star Michelin technique.

How do I book Bar Dali?

Bar Dali is available by private inquiry only. Bookings are handled through a dedicated culinary concierge service. Contact Maison Dali directly via canvas@maisondalidubai.ae or through the Red Book concierge system. The experience is available for groups of 2 to 8 guests.

What is included in the Bar Dali experience?

The experience includes:

  • Detailed personal consultation with Vitor Hugo Lourenço
  • Global sourcing of rare and exceptional ingredients (some procured specifically for your service)
  • Bespoke multi-course menu designed as a surprise based on your personal story
  • Exclusive private dining space within The Opus
  • Dedicated service staff
  • Direct interaction with Vitor Hugo Lourenço as he presents each course
What is the price for Bar Dali?

Bar Dali is positioned as an ultra-luxury asset, competing with fine art, rare watches, and bespoke tailoring rather than traditional restaurant dining. Pricing is upon request and depends on ingredient sourcing, menu complexity, and the scope of your culinary portrait. This is not simply dinner—you are commissioning a piece of ephemeral art. Contact our concierge for a personalized consultation.

How many guests can participate?

The Bar Dali experience is available for groups of 2 to 8 guests. This intimate setting allows Chef Farmer to focus entirely on your group's unique culinary story.

What makes Bar Dali different from private dining?

While private dining offers exclusivity, Bar Dali is a collaborative art commission. You don't choose from a menu; the menu is created from your personal narrative. The resulting multi-course meal will be cooked only once for your specific group and never repeated. Ingredients are sourced globally, sometimes specifically for your one service. Chef Farmer translates your life experiences into dishes using 3-star Michelin technique. You're not buying dinner; you're commissioning a culinary portrait.

What is the consultation process like?

The consultation goes far beyond dietary preferences. You'll discuss favorite memories, significant life moments, beloved travel destinations, and even abstract concepts like colors or musical genres. This personal dossier becomes Chef Farmer's inspiration. For example, if your greatest success was a deal closed in Tokyo, he might create a dish capturing the scent of cherry blossoms after rain. If your fondest memory is childhood on the Scottish coast, he'll find a way to put that on the plate.

"You are not simply buying dinner.
You are commissioning a piece of ephemeral art."

— Tristin Farmer

Begin Your Journey

Commission your culinary portrait. Share your story. Experience art that exists for one night only.

COMMISSION YOUR CANVAS

Groups of 2-8 guests | By private inquiry only | Pricing upon request