Restaurant Interior Design & Build in Dubai

We design restaurants around operations first and deliver them with structured approvals and in-house execution.

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Our Projects

VENUS RESTAURANT

Location: Karama, Dubai
Area: 3000 sqft
Scope: Turnkey Fit Out – Design & Build

A vibrant and dynamic restaurant space designed to create an engaging dining atmosphere.

The interior combines bold colours, layered textures, and a well-planned layout to accommodate high customer flow while maintaining comfort. The integration of staircase elements, seating zones, and visual highlights adds character to the space.

This project reflects Aura Interiors’ ability to deliver restaurant environments that are both visually striking and operationally efficient. 

Our Projects

Maharaja Bhog

Location: Barsha, Dubai
Area: 1600 sqft
Scope: Turnkey Fit Out

A restaurant designed to reflect traditional Indian dining aesthetics with a modern execution approach.

The space features patterned flooring, warm tones, and detailed design elements that enhance the cultural identity of the brand. Seating arrangements are planned for comfort and efficient service flow, ensuring a seamless dining experience.

This project demonstrates Aura Interiors’ capability to translate cultural concepts into functional and appealing restaurant interiors.

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Indiana Delights

Location: Arjan, Dubai
Area: 1000 sqft
Scope: Turnkey Fit Out – Design & Build

A compact yet well-designed restaurant space focused on creating a warm and inviting dining environment.

The use of soft lighting, framed wall elements, and structured seating enhances the overall ambience while maximizing space efficiency. The layout ensures smooth service movement while maintaining a comfortable dining experience for customers.

This project highlights Aura Interiors’ strength in delivering high-quality restaurant interiors even within smaller footprints.

Design First. Then Deliver With Control.

Restaurant Interior Design

Every restaurant begins with operational planning.

Kitchen layout, food preparation flow, storage zones, service circulation and seating density are defined before aesthetic decisions are made.

In the UAE, kitchen allocation and compliance requirements differ between restaurants and cafés. These must be planned correctly from the start.

Good design protects your investment.

Design & Build Delivery

Once the design is approved, we manage:

• BOQ preparation
• Authority documentation
• Approval coordination
• In-house fit-out execution
• Timeline supervision

Single studio. Clear accountability.

Fit-Out Execution

For approved concepts, we provide structured execution through our in-house technical team.

Why Technical Planning Matters

Restaurant projects require careful review of:

  • Electrical load capacity
  • Drainage systems
  • Grease traps
  • Kitchen ventilation
  • Authority compliance

We also conduct pre-lease technical checks to avoid costly mistakes before you commit to a space.

 

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AUTHORITY APPROVALS

Authority & Compliance Management

Depending on location, projects may require coordination with:

  • Dubai Municipality (DM)
  • Food & Safety Department
  • Trakhees
  • JAFZA
  • DSO
  • DCD
  • Building Management

Approval timelines typically range from 3–4 weeks depending on scope.

OUR PROCESS

A Clear Process From Design to Handover

A Clear Process From Design to Handover

  1. Space Survey & Feasibility Review
  2. Layout Planning & BOQ
  3. Authority Approvals
  4. In-House Execution
  5. Final Handover & One-Year After-Sales Support

Simple. Structured. Accountable.

FAQ

01We're opening a restaurant in Dubai — what approvals do we need and how long will they take?

Restaurant fit-outs in Dubai require approvals from multiple authorities depending on your location. At minimum, you’ll need a Building Management NOC from your landlord, Dubai Municipality (DM) approval for food safety and layout, and Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) approval for fire and life safety. If your restaurant involves gas, you’ll also need a gas approval. Free zone locations  JAFZA, DMCC, Trakhees, Concordia  have their own processes. Allow 3 to 4 weeks for approvals once documentation is submitted. We manage all of this for you.

Authorities can issue an immediate stop-work order, impose fines ranging from AED 5,000 to AED 50,000 or more, and in some cases require completed work to be demolished. It’s a risk not worth taking. We never begin works on site without the necessary permits in place, and we build the approvals timeline into your project schedule from day one.

Yes, this is very common in Dubai. Landlords and building management require a Building Management NOC before you can submit drawings to any government authority. This means you need at least preliminary design drawings before approvals can start. We can prepare these drawings quickly so you’re not held up at this stage.

Kitchen design for DM compliance involves specific requirements  non-absorbent washable wall and floor surfaces, separate zones for raw and cooked food preparation, designated hand-washing sinks, proper ventilation and grease trap arrangements, and correct drainage layouts. We design every F&B kitchen with these standards built in from the start, not retrofitted at the end.

We have delivered full restaurant fit-outs within 35 days. Timelines depend on size, scope, and how quickly approvals are obtained. We are direct with our clients about what is achievable  we’d rather give you an honest timeline upfront than overpromise and disrupt your opening plans. We build a detailed schedule from day one and update you throughout.

This is exactly where we start. Before any drawings are produced, we spend time understanding your brand, your cuisine, your target customer, and how you want guests to feel. The 3D renders and mood boards we produce are developed around your brief  not a generic restaurant template adapted to fit your name.

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