The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the city's polished business-and-dining core – Gate Village galleries, marquee restaurants and a serious after-work scene. It's where Dubai does power lunches and destination dinners. Metro (Financial Centre station) puts you right at the edge.
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DIFC is at its best for weekday lunch and after-work; Gate Village is walkable once you're parked. Book the marquee spots well ahead – they fill fast.