Amidst the towering skyscrapers of Dubai’s Opera District, you’ll find Salvaje, a culinary oasis that transports diners to the vibrant heart of Japan, yet bearing Latin American touches. From the moment one steps into the restaurant, they are immersed in a world of exotic flavors, captivating decor, and electrifying entertainment.
Salvaje, the acclaimed Japanese fusion restaurant, invites guests to savour its innovative approach to Japanese signature cuisine at their venue in Address Residences Dubai Opera. Delivering a wide selection of exceptional dishes, Salvaje offers a unique culinary experience where tradition, design, quality, and lifestyle are fused to create a one-of-a-kind dining adventure.
The entrance to Salvaje is a sensory overload. A dramatic waterfall cascades down a wall, creating a mesmerizing backdrop for the sleek, modern interior. The restaurant’s design is a fusion of industrial chic, Asian and South American influences, exposing sensual lighting, vibrant accents of colour and an overall atmosphere of sophistication and energy, perfect for a memorable dining experience.
A distinctive dining experience
Under the expert guidance of Chef Fermín Azkue, Salvaje presents a gastronomic proposal that merges the finest elements of Japanese and Latin American cuisines into wild and memorable culinary creations. Chef Azkue’s inventive and masterful dishes attract exclusive diners from around the world, inviting them on a journey of flavours, textures, and aromas that delight the palate and elevate the senses.
Salvaje’s menu is divided into three main portions, using quality ingredients to create three pillars including Earth, Sea, and Farm. Each dish has been designed to create a harmonious blend of flavours that reminisce traditional Japanese cuisine while playing with Latin American techniques to bring out vibrant notes in every bite. Salvaje is not only about eating well, but about living a complete gastronomic experience that will leave you wanting more. Signature dishes include the Truffle Mushroom Dumplings, Sea Bream Ceviche, Steak Salvaje, Black Cod, Wagyu Beef Fried Rice and Eggplant Nigiri, as well as a colourful selection of sushi such as the Dinamita and Salvaje Rolls.
Complementing the culinary offering at Salvaje is their array of crafted cocktails brought by Bar Manager Agustin Ower and his team. The beverage menu at Salvaje has been designed to complement the gastronomic proposal, with blends of aromatic, sweet, sour, and refreshing concoctions using the highest quality ingredients. Most recently, for guests looking to carry on into the evening, a new speakeasy has opened beneath the restaurant named Amor by Salvaje, welcoming guests to dance the night away.
Salvaje was born in 2018 amidst the vibrant atmospheres of Panama City and Bogota. With a vision to create a restaurant that offered an extraordinary gastronomic experience, blending excitement and fun in a versatile environment, this restaurant is suitable for every occasion—be it a friendly dinner, a family gathering, or a business lunch. This vision has guided Salvaje’s evolution, focusing on three core pillars: exceptional service, premium raw ingredients, and the creation of memorable, unique moments for every guest. Visit Salvaje at Address Residences Dubai Opera and discover what makes it one of the top destinations for Japanese fusion cuisine in Dubai. To make your booking, please contact +971 4 570 3653 to secure your reservation.
