Here’s a question, why bother eat inside some of Dubai’s standout landmarks when you can eat gazing at the architecturally stunning designs instead?

Here are the top 10 places to dine based on view the landmarks that are near according to IOL.

1. Dine at Treehouse at the TAJ and take in the magnificent Burj Khalifa view

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2. Pierchic by the Madinat is the obvious choice for anyone wanting a unique Burj Al Arab view

3. Thiptara, one of the best Thai restaurants in Dubai, has one of the best views of the Dubai Opera

4. There’s nothing like the skyline viewed from Old Dubai at award winning Traiteur at the Park Hyatt

5. Unless you’ve got a helicopter, there’s no better place to view the Palm Jumeirah than from The Observatory located on the 52nd floor of the Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel

6. Hipster favourite SALT provides a fine view of the Jumeirah Mosque and Kite beach where SALT is located

7. The Arabian Tea House Café is a little known gem, ideal for an afternoon spent getting to know the Dubai Historic District

8. Hapi is a great spot to spend an afternoon amongst Dubai’s creative hub, Al Serkal Avenue

9. Head to Butcha Steakhouse & Grill on CITYWALK to get to know the new(ish) shopping and restaurant development (and to devour some steak too of course)

10. Visit Bab Al Shams for a truly unique Dubai Desert Experience