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Weekend at Kimpo, Korean Bar at the Conrad Dubai

At the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Road address of the Conrad Hotel, tucked away from the exquisite five-star lobby, Kimpo offers a sneak-peak into the funky Korean nightlife – combining an artistic K-pop decor with really delicious Korean dishes!

Kimpo in fact is a lot more than a bar – it’s a magic travel machine, where you enter and find yourself in another universe.

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend
weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend
weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

And this is Kimpo!

The trifecta of hopping hot bartending, succulent Korean food, and hyper-trendy enviornment can only be enhanced by a fourth dimension: the music!

But, let us have a better look around…

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend
weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

A brilliant and unique look, but the edginess does not overpower the ease and comfort – so the overall result is satisfying and relaxing, even though it may appear a little jarring at first glance.

Actually, Kimpo is a great place to chillax after work, or to get to know someone special a bit better…

And then the good people staffing the bar pull out all stops to make sure they’re mixing at a stellar level!

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

The food menu is surprising in its variety.

And they’re not really bar bites – unless in Seoul they enjoy first-class full dishes as “bites”!

And yet they’re also not heavy dishes, either – and they are perfect for sharing…

So it’s a very clever balance, and one that the delicious flavors take charge!

For instance, see the baos:

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

They arrive well-presented – fries are piping hot and covered with a savoury powder of yum – and a massive size sauce is also provided.

It’s clear the quality from the good folk at the Conrad are behind the scenes in the preparations!

And then take a closer look, and wow! That’s pretty impressive!

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

And that’s wagyu beef!

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

And so the portion is abundant, just as the flavors are generous!

Other beloved Korean favorites follow…

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

And before you know it, you’re full and satisfied – and you didn’t even know you were that hungry!

weekenduae Kimpo Korean Bar Conrad Dubai UAE weekend

Overall, for a step out of the ordinary, into a magical bar of Korean inspiration, also offering a delicious food menu, Dubai’s Korean bar, Kimpo, is a great choice for a night out.