The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse Group, founded by entrepreneurs Hashem Montasser and Hany Bassiouny, has been a cornerstone of the UAE’s dining scene since opening in Dubai Design District in 2017. The Lighthouse stands out for its blend of casual yet refined dining, attracting a diverse crowd from the arts and culture sectors. It is noted for pioneering a more relaxed, yet sophisticated service style that has since become widespread. The Lighthouse’s significance extends beyond its menu, serving as a cultural hub for the UAE’s creative community with a concept store, podcast hosted by Founder Hashem Montasser, a catering service and an events activations space sitting at the heart of the Lighthouse’s experiential ethos. In addition to dining, The Lighthouse integrates a retail concept where guests can shop for curated gifts. This includes a selection of handcrafted items and design pieces, reflecting the brand's focus on creativity and aesthetics. It also serves as a vibrant hub for the creative community, hosting events and workshops that foster conversation and collaboration. This aligns with the founders' vision of blending food, design, and community engagement The Lighthouse’s Catering and Events Management Teams specialize in concept development, corporate and home catering as well as end-to-end events. Catering services include pass-around canapes, in-house catering, live stations and beverages management. Events management services include managing government permits and licenses, event operations and bespoke menu and beverages engineering.