Bringing Pan-Asian Dining, Family Evenings, and a Vibrant Music Culture to Emirates Financial Towers
Hikari DIFC, a refined Pan-Asian restaurant, lounge, and bar, has officially opened its doors on the 16th floor of Emirates Financial Towers in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre. Positioned high above one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Hikari is more than a dining destination — it is a statement of intention. Thoughtful cuisine, a striking sense of place, and an atmosphere that shifts effortlessly from a Sunday family evening to a pulsating midweek night of music and energy.
The name Hikari (光) translates to light in Japanese — a word that captures the restaurant’s guiding philosophy precisely. Every element of Hikari, from the warmth of its interiors to the precision of its menu, is designed to illuminate the senses and leave a lasting impression.
“Hikari was born from a desire to create something that felt genuinely special in a city full of exceptional dining. We wanted a space where the food, the light, the music, and the people all come together in a way that feels effortless. DIFC is the heartbeat of Dubai and there is no better place to build something like this. We are incredibly proud to open our doors and welcome the city in.”
— Mr. Aggarwal, Owner, Hikari DIFC
A Sunday for the Whole Family — The Fahmil Khan Concept
In a city where evenings out can feel inaccessible for families, Hikari has introduced something quietly revolutionary: a Sunday evening concept designed around togetherness. Arrive at 6pm, enjoy an unhurried dinner with those who matter most, and head home by 10 — children warmly welcomed, atmosphere intentionally relaxed.
At the heart of this concept is Fahmil Khan, one of the region’s most beloved artists, celebrated across the Gulf for his deeply melodious voice and an ability to draw people together through music. Fahmil’s Sunday evenings at Hikari are not a performance to be watched from a distance — they are an experience to be felt. The kind of evening that turns dinner into a memory.
Hikari’s Sunday concept is a deliberate statement: that fine dining and family do not belong in separate conversations. This is a space where both are equally at home.
A Full-Week Music Programme Built for Every Mood
Beyond its Sunday family evenings, Hikari runs a carefully curated weekly music programme that ensures every visit offers something distinct. From intimate midweek sessions to charged weekend nights, the lineup is built to stay ahead of the city’s ever-evolving cultural scene:
- Tech and House — For those who want the sophistication of the setting with the pulse of an underground club
- Electronic — Immersive, atmospheric sets that complement Hikari’s sleek interiors
- Bollywood — High-energy evenings that celebrate the music the region loves most
- Latino — Rhythm, warmth, and an energy that transforms the room entirely
- Sunday with Fahmil Khan — The family favourite: melodious, unhurried, and entirely unmissable
The Destination
Level 16, Emirates Financial Towers offers a vantage point unlike any other in DIFC. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame an uninterrupted panorama of the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai skyline — a backdrop that elevates every course, every conversation, and every night out. The interiors are sleek and considered, the ambience energetic yet refined. Hikari is the kind of room that simply works, whatever the occasion.
