About the CHEF

Chef Glen Ballis is an internationally celebrated chef and visionary with over four decades of experience redefining dining across the globe. Originally from Australia, Ballis worked his way up through prestigious kitchens, spending years in Australia, Asia, and Russia, where he launched over 50 original dining concepts to great success.

Known for his bold moves and groundbreaking approach, his innovative work has earned him a prominent place in the global food and beverage industry, and he remains a passionate mentor, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the culinary world.

Chef Ballis’ focus for INA centres around fresh produce, where only the highest quality ingredients are selected and take centre stage, with an emphasis on natural flavours, enhanced by the woodfired grill.The dishes he has created for INA reflect his years of travel, mastering techniques and drawing inspiration from multiple cuisines and cultures across the world where fire remains at the heart of the kitchen. It is Chef Ballis’ hope that over this dining experience, you will share the food with good company, savour natural flavours as you’ve never tasted them and indulge in an ambience that can only be found within the blissful oasis of these walls. Welcome to INA.

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GLEN BALLIS

first venture in the UAE

Welcome to INA