Keanu’s Neighbourhood Pizzeria brings long-fermented sourdough pizza and evening DJ sessions to Jumeirah 2, in the villa next to Three by Eva. Led by Lilian Rihani, the new Dubai venue comes from the women behind the neighbouring restaurant and takes a more casual, late-night approach.
In its October announcement, the team describes Keanu’s as a walk-in-only spot with indoor seating and a single communal table outside. The daily hours run from 5 PM until late.
Sourdough pizza, with a shorter menu
According to the team, the idea began after service at Three by Eva, when Emilie’s dough had been fermenting for three days, and Lilian put on a record. Keanu’s keeps the emphasis on flour, water, and salt, but shifts the setting towards an evening hangout rather than replicating the restaurant next door.
The menu centres on sourdough pizzas made to order. La Clandestina features San Marzano tomato sauce, rose petals, and what the release calls “black stardust”. Polpetta Romana combines the team’s take on parmigiana with meatballs on dough, while Hot Alibi uses spicy spianata.
Beyond pizza, the line-up includes cheese garlic bread, burrata, daily bruschetta specials, and cheese or charcuterie boards. Dessert options include tiramisu and soft serves described as dirty martini or sourdough bread flavours.
The team plans to host rising young DJs on special nights, rather than promising music performances every evening. The restaurant’s listed account is @keanus.bythree.
The address is Villa 7, Street 23B, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 2, Dubai. For other established options, tbreak’s best pizza in Dubai guide covers places across the city.
Can you reserve a table at Keanu’s?
No. The announced policy is walk-ins only, so the venue doesn’t offer advance reservations.
Is there a confirmed closing time?
The release says “until late” without specifying a closing hour. It also doesn’t provide separate weekday and weekend hours.
