Introduzione

At Belcanto, our Introduzione offers an elegant start to your dining experience. Each dish is crafted with seasonal ingredients and refined technique, combining classic Italian influences with a contemporary flair to prepare the palate for the journey ahead.

Crudo

The Crudo menu at Belcanto highlights the purity and elegance of raw seafood, expertly prepared to showcase natural flavors. Accented with citrus, herbs, and fine oils, these refined dishes offer a fresh, sophisticated introduction to your culinary experience.

Mains

Our main courses celebrate the richness of Italian cuisine with a fine dining sensibility. Featuring premium cuts, sustainable seafood, and vibrant vegetables, each plate is a masterful composition of flavor, technique, and presentation—designed to leave a lasting impression.

Pastas

Our artisanal pastas are the heart of Belcanto’s kitchen—handmade daily and rooted in Italian tradition. With precise balance and depth, each dish—from delicate seafood pairings to rich, slow-cooked sauces—embodies sophistication, texture, and authentic regional character.

Desserts

Belcanto’s desserts are a harmonious blend of tradition and artistry. Signature classics like tiramisu and panna cotta are reimagined with finesse, offering a light yet indulgent finale to your meal, all beautifully plated to delight both the eye and the palate.

Pizza

At Belcanto, our pizzas are crafted with 48-hour fermented dough, San Marzano tomatoes, and fior di latte celebrating Italy’s tradition with artisanal flavor, rustic charm, and a perfectly crisp, airy crust.

Giovanni Papi - Executive Head Chef

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Giovanni Papi

Executive Head Chef
From Bosa to the world. A culinary journey that began at just 16 years old, driven by passion, discipline, and a deep respect for ingredients. Built step by step across France, Luxembourg, Australia, China, and the United Arab Emirates, shaping a global vision firmly rooted in Italian identity. Nearly seven years at Armani/Ristorante at the Burj Khalifa marked a defining chapter, rising from Sous Chef to Head Chef Speciality. During this time, the restaurant achieved a Michelin Star, 3 Gault & Millau Toques, and a nomination for Chef of the Year in 2022. The cuisine is modern Italian: clean, precise, and guided by seasonality. A philosophy grounded in sustainability, zero waste principles, and the belief that exceptional ingredients should speak for themselves through balance and restraint. Each dish is created with purpose and narrative, merging tradition and innovation through elegance and meticulous attention to detail. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter as Executive Chef of Ristorante Belcanto. The vision is clear: to elevate the experience, push creative boundaries, and guide the restaurant back into the world’s most prestigious culinary guides, including Michelin and Gault & Millau.