10 Must-Try Beachfront Restaurants in Dubai

Beachside Bites: 10 Must-Try Beachfront Restaurants in Dubai

Imagine the breeze in your hair, the sand between your toes – there’s nothing quite like enjoying a beachside meal in Dubai. And when the weather’s just right, it’s pure perfection. With countless beachfront dining spots to choose from, our crew has hunted down the top picks that tick all the boxes for an amazing experience.

10 Must-Try Beachfront Restaurants in Dubai

Bungalo34

Imagine soaking up some of the best sea views in town at Bungalo34, nestled right on the beach at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai on Pearl Jumeira. This place is a total chill-out zone compared to the lively beach club beats nearby. Picture a laid-back vibe with a sun-drenched terrace, sand-between-your-toes dining, and charming orange and white striped umbrellas giving off that Riviera feel. The menu is a delightful mix of fresh and quirky dishes like carpaccios, pasta, pizzettas, and salads – perfect for seaside dining.

Location: Pearl Jumeira Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai, Jumeirah 1,Dubai

Timings: Weekdays 12pm – 12am, Weekends 9am – 12am

French Riviera

French Riviera is like a fancy beachside dining spot where you’d want to bring your friends and grown-up family for a treat. The views of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah are stunning, with the sparkling Arabian Gulf right in front of you. As for the food, get ready for some top-notch French-Mediterranean dishes like raw treats, grilled fish, and fresh salads. Share a few plates with your crew, grab a chilled bottle of grape, and soak in those holiday vibes!

Location: Madinat Jumeirah , Al Qasr Hotel, Al Sufouh 1, Dubai

Timings: 6:30pm – 10:30pm

Nuska Beach

Check out Nuska Beach at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, right next to the fancy Verde Beach club. It’s got a Mediterranean menu with a Portuguese twist, featuring tasty grills, fresh salads, and more. Sit outdoors and snap the perfect selfie with Burj Al Arab Jumeirah in the background. And if you love seafood, you’re in luck! Nuska Beach serves up delicious dishes like prawn saganaki, sautéed clams, stuffed king crab, baked octopus, and salt-baked sea bass.

Location: Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai

Timings: 12:30pm – 1am

Shimmers

This classic spot at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam has been one of Dubai’s top outdoor restaurants for ages, and it’s still winning hearts. Picture dining with your toes in the sand—that’s just one reason to swing by this laid-back gem. Add to that the chill vacation vibes, the awesome view of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, and the mouthwatering Greek-Mediterranean dishes made for sharing. You can’t miss the dips (especially the tzatziki), carpaccios, salads, moussaka, chicken souvlaki, and their famous lobster orzo dish.

Location: Madinat Jumeirah, Mina A’ Salam, Al Sufouh 1, Dubai

Timings: 4pm – 1am

DRIFT Beach

If you’re after stunning views of the Marina skyline and some seriously chill vibes on pristine white sands, DRIFT Beach at One & Only Royal Mirage is the spot to hit. Weekends here can be pretty packed, so it’s smart to book ahead. But honestly, weekdays are where it’s at—you can grab a table with a water view and watch a killer sunset while digging into their epic club sandwich or truffle pizza. Oh, and heads up: they’ve got different menus for the pool bar and main restaurant.

Location: One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina, Dubai

Timings: 9am – 8pm

Eunoia Dubai

This beachside gem at Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai is a total standout. Chef Izu Ani, Eunoia treats you to a Mediterranean feast that’ll have your taste buds doing backflips. The name means “beautiful thinking” in Greek, and you’ll want to share everything that hits the table because the portions are no joke—definitely too much for one person. That sea bass carpaccio with passion fruit dressing? Absolutely divine. Trust me, you won’t leave Eunoia feeling anything but blissed out.

Location: Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai La Mer North, Jumeirah 1, Dubai

Timings: 12:30pm – 11pm

Koko Bay

If there was a prize for the most Instagram-worthy restaurant in town, Koko Bay at West Palm Beach would snag it for sure. This beachside spot is all about that Bohemian-chic vibe—super cozy inside and totally inviting. The place is airy and flooded with natural light, making it perfect for a chill dining experience and tons of awesome photo ops for your Instagram feed. Now, let’s talk food. Koko Bay’s menu is a mash-up of Southeast Asian, Japanese, and Chinese flavors, with a serious focus on grilled meats that are seriously delicious. Their wood-fired robata grills are legendary, but don’t sleep on the fresh seafood and killer starters either. Plus, here’s a bonus: Koko Bay is kid-friendly and dog-friendly, so it’s the perfect place to soak up some sun, feel the ocean breeze, and chow down with your favorite pals by your side.

Location: West Beach Palm, Jumeirah, Dubai

Timings: 10am – 1am

Nobu by the Beach

Nobu isn’t just any ol’ restaurant—it’s part of a big-time Japanese-Peruvian chain with over 50 spots worldwide. But this one’s special because it’s their first beach club setup. The indoor dining area is cool and all, but the real magic happens outside. Picture this: you’ve got the sea breeze, sand between your toes, and the most epic sunset setting the scene. They’ve got an à la carte menu, but here’s the scoop for the ultimate Nobu experience: go for the Omakase menu. It’s like a taste tour of everything awesome they’ve got—tacos, crispy rice bites, killer ceviche, and don’t even get us started on the Crispy Shiitake Salad with Goma Truffle Dressing.

Location: Atlantis The Royal, Crescent Rd, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

Timings: 9am – 11pm

Sea Fu

Tucked away beachside at the Four Seasons Resort Jumeirah, Sea Fu is one of those fancy spots that’s somehow stayed under the radar—it’s become our go-to hidden gem in Dubai. Picture this: you’ve got a chill yet totally luxe vibe, complete with Michelin Guide recognition. Now, when it comes to the food, the tasting menu or Sushi Platter is the way to go—never fails to impress. But seriously, you can’t go wrong with any of the menu highlights: think fresh Haikkado scallops from Japan, smoked Hamachi carpaccio, butter-poached lobster with a touch of teriyaki sweetness, and some seriously delicate sirloin (pro tip: if you usually go medium, trust us and go medium rare).And dessert? For an intimate dining experience in Dubai, Sea Fu is the spot to beat. Trust us, this place is something special.

Location: Jumeirah Beach Rd, Jumeirah 2, Dubai

Timings: 12:30pm -12:30am

Twiggy

We can’t skip mentioning this gem, especially because its top selling point is the incredible outdoor dining vibe. Twiggy sits right on the Dubai Creek Harbor, offering one of the best views of the entire Dubai skyline. Upstairs, the patio is sleek, modern, and trendy, with a sophisticated atmosphere and cool breezes. But the real star of the show? The lagoon-style pool downstairs—perfect for all the grown-ups looking to chill and solidifying Twiggy as our go-to spot any day of the week. Imagine a 100-meter infinity pool, soft sand around it, and plush cabanas—basically, all the beach vibes without the trek. As for the food, go for the tomato gazpacho or the sea bass carpaccio with black truffle on a sunny day. The linguine with zucchini pesto and pine seeds is a hit, along with the jumbo prawns and the sea bass fillet with truffle fries and sautéed broccolini. Honestly, if we could watch every sunset from Twiggy, we totally would.

Location: Dubai Creek Club St, Port Saeed, Dubai

Timings: 10am – 1am

Lead image courtesy of Instagram/@twiggydubai