Bennigan's opens its first restaurant in Dubai

The renowned American brand was brought over by Dynamic Hospitality, a food and beverage investment company operating under the umbrella conglomerate Al Aroud Group.

Known for its large portions and friendly ambiance, Bennigan's was founded in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, in 1976. The chain has locations spread across the United States, as well as in South America, Asia, and the Middle East.

The opening ceremony for the new restaurant, located in the Claren's building on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, included a ribbon cutting performed by H.E. Counsel General of the United States, Mr. Robert Waller, and Mr. Saleh Al Aroud, Chairman of Al Aroud Group.

Saleh Al Aroud, Chairman of Al Aroud Group, said: "We are excited to bring Bennigan's to the UAE and offer a new dining experience to the region. Dubai takes pride in its diversity, being a home of many nationalities, as well as in its strong reputation as a hospitality nerve center in the Middle East. We are happy to open Bennigan's in the heart of Dubai's luxurious Downtown district, and are confident that our guests will enjoy the comfortable and unique environment that the restaurant offers."

Bennigan's menu offers a wide selection of American fare which includes signature Certified Angus Beef hand cut to suite the guests' preferences along with the world famous Monte Cristo, Bennigan's original, lightly fried and served with raspberry preserves for a unique combination of flavors, all offered extremely well generous.

Bennigan's is one of the American Franchisors with which Dynamic Hospitality has signed deals. Other brands include EarthFruits Yogurt and the well-known Spanish restaurant La Postreria.

The Al Aroud Group, whose investment list includes airline, information technology, real estate development, advertising, marketing, and event management companies, has invested Dhs200m in the food and beverage industry in the UAE and the MENA region through Dynamic Hospitality.

"We are planning to open two more Bennigan's chains in the UAE," added Al Aroud. "In addition to the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard location, we are opening in Dubai Mall and Sahara Centre."