LPM — La Petite Maison — runs a French Mediterranean menu that has changed little since its Nice original: burrata, escargots, dishes built to be shared rather than plated individually. The Dubai branch, at DIFC since 2010, keeps that format exactly.
On the Menu
Carré d’Agneau, herb-crusted rack of lamb with potato gratin and red wine jus (AED 295, the dish most often singled out as the signature); burrata with tomatoes (AED 165); escargots de Bourgogne (AED 145); salt-baked sea bass; and a homemade mafaldine pasta with squid and prawns.
The Setting
A sun-dappled terrace lined with olive trees, lavender and bougainvillea; a bar spanning nearly a full wall; and a light, marble-and-linen dining room with Belle Époque touches drawn from the Côte d’Azur original.
The Wine Selection: Raising a Toast
What’s a French Mediterranean feast without a glass of perfectly paired wine? At LPM, the wine list is a curated selection of exquisite French wines, ready to transport your senses straight to the vineyards.
Service Beyond Expectation
At LPM, it’s not just about the food and wine; it’s about the entire experience. The staff is dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences, ensuring each visit surpasses the last.
Good to Know
Smart-casual dress — no shorts, beachwear or sportswear in the main room. Open Monday-Thursday 12pm-3:30pm and 6pm-11:30pm, Friday 12pm-4pm and 6pm-11:30pm, weekends 12:30pm-4pm and 6pm-11:30pm, with the bar running until 1am daily. Dinner typically runs AED 450-800 per person.
The Story
The original La Petite Maison in Nice is helmed by chef-proprietor Nicole Rubi and has drawn a celebrity following for decades. The separately-run LPM restaurant group licensed the concept, opening first in London in 2007 and in Dubai in 2010 — one of its earliest international outposts, now part of a group spanning ten cities from Miami to Riyadh. LPM Dubai won Time Out Dubai’s “Best French” award in 2026.
FAQ
LPM has been in the Dubai International Financial Centre since 2010.
Some must-try dishes at LPM include Salade Niçoise, Ratatouille, Bouillabaisse, and Tarte Tropézienne.
Yes, LPM offers a curated selection of exquisite French wines.
LPM stands out for its authentic cuisine, fresh ingredients, sophisticated ambience, exceptional service, and an overall unforgettable dining experience.
Ready When You Are
The reservations that aren’t publicly available, arranged through a single request