Is this the best restaurant in Ras Al Khaimah?
The rustic-luxe restaurant, overlooking a watering hole where Arabian oryx and gazelles regularly stop by, is lovely and serene – a fitting destination for an elevated farm-to-table concept. Inside, wooden beams, oversized vases filled with pampas and shelves laden with jars lean into the farmhouse theme. Outside, the terrace features a firepit, a bar, and lots of seating.
The menu is concise and focuses heavily on locally and sustainably sourced ingredients. As well as the regular a la carte, there's a special menu for meats and another one for seasonal specials.
The heirloom tomato salad (Dhs90) uses juicy local tomatoes and pairs them with creamy burrata and a zesty vinaigrette to make a simple dish sing. From the specials, the BBQ grilled prawns (Dhs110) are a dish we wish could make it onto the permanent menu – full of flavour, deliciously meaty, and simply served in a punchy harissa. From the steaks, we venture further afield with a Wagyu striploin from New South Wales (Dhs350), Australia, an example of Syrco's commitment to the highest quality – responsibly sourced – ingredients. It arrives perfectly cooked, tender and juicy, although the side of beef parmentier, a rich stew topped with mashed potato foam, feels unnecessary. We're glad to have ordered a side of fries (Dhs45) that feels more like a natural pairing.
For dessert, the light and prettily plated berries (Dhs65) features crunchy meringue, creamy citrus mousse and a sweet berry compote and makes for a refreshing end to the meal.
Verdict: Local flavours get an innovative upgrade in a unique desert setting.
Farmhouse by Syrco, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, 5.30pm to 11pm, Mon to Fri and Sun, 1pm to 4pm and 5.30pm to 11pm Sat. @farmhousebysyrco
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