Leave the bustle of Dubai behind and let OIA Greek Restaurant & Pool Lounge transport your senses to the stunning, white-washed cliffs of Santorini. This enchanting venue at JA Ocean View Hotel is a celebration of Hellenic culture, designed for gathering, sharing, and creating lasting memories. With its breezy, sun-drenched ambiance right by the pool, OIA offers a unique culinary journey where you come as a guest and leave as family.
Authentic Greek Mezedes and Starters
Begin your Grecian odyssey with a selection of traditional mezedes, perfect for sharing. Dive into the creamy, garlicky delight of homemade Tzatziki or the smoky, chargrilled Eggplant Dip. The Taramasalata, a classic cod roe dip, is wonderfully rich and served with crispy baklava bread. For a taste of the sea, the Grilled Octopus is exceptionally tender, resting on a bed of fava bean puree. The Cheese Saganaki, with its grilled halloumi, organic honey, and fresh fig, is a sublime combination of salty and sweet.
Main Courses from the Aegean Coast
The main courses at OIA are a heartfelt homage to Greek culinary traditions. The Santorini Prawn Saganaki is a standout, with fresh prawns cooked in a rich tomato sauce and topped with crumbled feta cheese. The Grilled Seabass is a simple, elegant dish, allowing the quality of the fish to shine, while the Lamb Souvlaki offers succulent, skewered meat paired with a smoky eggplant dip. For a truly communal experience, the Seafood Stew is a Greek fisherman's dream, brimming with seabass, scallops, calamari, and prawns in a flavorful broth.
Sweet Endings with a Hellenic Twist
No Greek meal is complete without a decadent dessert. OIA delivers with classics like Loukoumades—light, fluffy fried dough balls drizzled with organic honey and served with fig ice cream. The Walnut Baklava is a masterpiece of crispy phyllo pastry and sweet syrup, while the Kataifi Cheesecake offers a modern twist on tradition with its shredded pastry and creamy fillings. Each dessert is a sweet, satisfying conclusion to your Mediterranean feast.
Greek Beverages and Cocktails
To complement your meal, OIA offers a selection of beverages that echo the flavors of Greece. Sip on a 'Greek Mojito' or a 'Santorini Sour', or explore a wine list that highlights Greek varieties like the crisp Assyrtiko from the Thema Kitma Pavlidis winery. For a non-alcoholic refreshment, the 'Citrus Melon Splash' mocktail is a burst of freshness, perfectly suited for the poolside setting.
Dishes are designed for sharing, with mezedes starting from around 35 AED and main courses like the flavorful Chicken Souvlaki at 85 AED.
Contact OIA Greek Restaurant & Pool Lounge:
JA Ocean View Hotel, Dubai
+971 54 997 9881
eatout.ovh@jaresorts.com
Photos courtesy of JA Ocean View.
