Dubai’s dining scene is starting the new year with a major restaurant transformation as Studio Frantzén officially takes on a new identity. The Palm Jumeirah favourite has now become Brasserie Frantzén, introducing a refreshed name, a reworked menu and a more relaxed atmosphere while remaining rooted in the food philosophy of acclaimed chef Björn Frantzén.
The change marks the latest chapter for the Dubai restaurant and officially brings it into the wider Frantzén Group family of brasseries. While Studio Frantzén was known for sophisticated dining and polished Nordic-inspired cooking, the new concept is designed to feel more approachable without compromising on the quality and creativity associated with the Frantzén name.
Studio Frantzén Is Now Brasserie Frantzén
The biggest change is, of course, the name. Studio Frantzén has officially become Brasserie Frantzén, with the restaurant describing the move as the latest evolution of Björn Frantzén’s Dubai outpost.
Brasserie dining has long been an important part of Frantzén’s culinary story, and the new Dubai concept places that style firmly at the centre of the experience. The idea is to create a restaurant where diners can enjoy carefully crafted food in a setting that feels less formal and more relaxed.
That means guests can expect the same attention to ingredients, flavour and presentation, but with a dining style that is easier to settle into whether you are stopping by for dinner, drinks or a later night out.
A Fresh Menu With Familiar Comforts
The menu has also received a substantial update, bringing together classic brasserie favourites with the creativity expected from a Frantzén restaurant.
For starters, the lobster roll is one of the standout choices. Sweet lobster is served inside soft, buttery brioche and finished with a spicy mayonnaise, creating a rich but balanced opening dish.
Another option is yellow beetroot with mushrooms, walnuts and beurre blanc, which combines earthy flavours with the richness of the classic French-style sauce.
There is also a more indulgent beef carpaccio, served with foie gras, orange, roasted pumpkin seeds and ponzu. The combination brings together delicate beef, citrus freshness and savoury depth for a dish that feels both elegant and distinctive.
Main Courses Put a Brasserie Spin on Classics
The main courses continue the restaurant’s new direction, focusing on comforting dishes that have been given a sophisticated upgrade.
One of the key additions is the veal schnitzel, a dish originally created at Frantzén’s gastropub, The Flying Elk. At Brasserie Frantzén, it is served with veal jus and whipped browned butter, giving the classic schnitzel a richer and more refined finish.
For seafood lovers, mussels à la crème bring a traditional French brasserie feel to the table. The dish is a natural match for the restaurant’s relaxed new identity and works particularly well for diners looking for something classic.
The Wagyu beef burger takes a more modern approach, pairing premium beef with crispy onions, pickled shiitake and a Japanese mustard emulsion. It is an indulgent choice that blends familiar burger comfort with more adventurous flavours.
Vegetarians are also catered for with wood-fired grilled celeriac, served with truffle and cabbage jus. The dish puts vegetables front and centre while still offering the richness and depth associated with the wider menu.
Steak and Pepper Sauce Returns to the Menu
One of the restaurant’s most meaningful dishes is the classic steak with pepper sauce.
The dish pays tribute to the steak frites tradition that helped inspire Björn Frantzén’s decision to become a chef. It is a straightforward-sounding combination, but its inclusion reflects the restaurant’s wider approach: taking familiar brasserie staples and giving them the quality and detail expected from the Frantzén Group.
It is also a fitting choice for diners who want a classic French-style main in an atmosphere that feels more relaxed than a traditional fine-dining room.
Desserts Bring the Candy Room Experience
Dessert takes a more playful turn at Brasserie Frantzén.
Instead of simply choosing from a standard dessert list, diners can explore the restaurant’s candy room, turning the final course into something of a choose-your-own experience. It adds a lighter, more fun element to the meal and gives guests the chance to finish their evening on a sweet note.
For wine lovers, the restaurant offers an equally impressive selection, with a cellar featuring more than 1,300 labels from 15 countries. The extensive list gives the new brasserie plenty of depth for both casual glasses and longer dinners.
Daily DJs Give Brasserie Frantzén a Livelier Feel
The food is not the only part of the restaurant that has changed.
Brasserie Frantzén now embraces a livelier atmosphere with a daily DJ, creating a more energetic soundtrack as the evening goes on. The restaurant also features a 40-seat bar, making it a destination for guests who would rather drop in for drinks than commit to a full dinner.
The drinks menu follows the restaurant’s Nordic influence, with a selection of Nordic-leaning mixed drinks designed to complement the food and add another layer to the experience.
Together, the music, bar and updated menu push the restaurant towards a more social, late-night format.
A New Chapter at Atlantis The Palm
Brasserie Frantzén remains located at Atlantis The Palm on Palm Jumeirah, keeping the restaurant in one of Dubai’s best-known dining destinations.
With the new name, a refreshed menu, creative cocktails and a more relaxed mood, the restaurant is positioning itself as somewhere diners can arrive early, enjoy dinner and drinks, and stay well into the night.
The transformation suggests that the new concept is less about changing everything and more about opening up the Frantzén experience to a broader style of dining.
Brasserie Frantzén Opening Hours and Location
Brasserie Frantzén is open from 6pm to 1am from Monday to Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, it opens for lunch from 12.30pm to 4pm, before reopening for dinner from 6pm to 1am.
The restaurant is located at Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai.
For reservations and further details, diners can visit the restaurant’s official website or contact the venue directly.
FAQs About Brasserie Frantzén Dubai
Yes. The restaurant has introduced a refreshed menu featuring dishes such as lobster roll, beef carpaccio, veal schnitzel, mussels à la crème, Wagyu beef burger and steak with pepper sauce.
Popular highlights include the lobster roll with spicy mayo, veal schnitzel with veal jus and whipped browned butter, Wagyu beef burger, and wood-fired grilled celeriac with truffle.
The restaurant has a more relaxed and social atmosphere, with a daily DJ, 40-seat bar and Nordic-inspired cocktails.
It is open Monday to Friday from 6pm to 1am, and Saturday and Sunday from 12.30pm to 4pm and 6pm to 1am.
Studio Frantzén has officially changed its name to Brasserie Frantzén as part of the restaurant’s latest evolution in Dubai.
Final Thoughts
Studio Frantzén may have a new name, but the restaurant’s connection to Björn Frantzén’s culinary style remains firmly in place. As Brasserie Frantzén, the Dubai destination is moving towards a more relaxed and sociable format, supported by a menu that mixes comforting brasserie classics with inventive Frantzén touches.
From lobster rolls and veal schnitzel to Wagyu burgers, steak with pepper sauce and an extensive wine cellar, there is plenty for returning guests and first-time visitors to explore. Add a daily DJ, a dedicated bar and the playful candy room, and Brasserie Frantzén looks set to bring a fresh energy to the Palm Jumeirah dining scene.
