Dining in Dubai

Dubai is a great place for those who love food, with an ever-growing dining scene. From world-class restaurants to street food and casual eating, there’s something for everyone.

Dining in Dubai can be found across the abundance of different districts. This means there are plenty of places to choose, either close to where you are staying or further afield. Here’s a guide to the different locations you can head to when in Dubai to find a delicious meal. And if you’re looking to find restaurant recommendations, reviews, and make a booking, you can head to Square Meal UAE. 

Dubai Marina

The Marina is an uber-chic area that offers an array of fine-dining restaurants. As well as traditional Middle Eastern cuisine, you will find restaurants that offer dishes from all over the globe. The marina is also home to bistros and cafes if you’re looking for a casual bite or a coffee with a lovely view over the water.  

Time Out Market

Time Out Market is 43,000 square feet of food hall heaven. With 17 different choices for dining, there’s a world of choice. Whether you fancy Vietnamese, Japanese, pizza or a classic burger, you can find it at Time Out Market. It’s a great choice when you’re in a group and all have a hankering for different cuisines and dishes.

Bur Dubai neighbourhood

This is a great area in Dubai to sample affordable and delicious street food. You can find burgers, samosas, and tasty schawarma from a wide variety of vendors. You can also grab a coffee from one of the cafes or sellers and watch the hustle and bustle of this dynamic neighbour. While you’re here, there are also plenty of museums and historic sites to visit. 

Palm Jumeirah

In the instantly recognisable Palm Jumeriah neighbourhood are a collection of fine-dining venues located inside luxury hotels. The world-famous Nobu restaurant is found here, offering a combination of traditional Japanese cuisine created with Peruvian ingredients. The area is also home to The Pointe, a waterfront destination with over 70 dining establishments to choose from. There are more casual eateries here too, and of course, some superb photo opportunities.

Depachika Food Hall

Located in the Nakheel Mall, Depachika Food Hall blends places to get a bite with decaxent food retailers. Think artisan coffee, gourmet cheeses, and sweet treats galore. It’s a great place to find local good and delicacies. If all the food shops make you hungry, you can find plenty of placqs to eat offering middle eastern and arabic food, or international dishes such as sushi and pasta.

Business Bay

Business Bay is a largely residential neighbourhood that offers some great choices for dining. It’s also a buzzing and lively place to be, so it is worth a visit. You’ll be able to choose culinary delights ranging from fine dining to street food, and impressive global buffet restaurants too. The neighbourhood also has a number of Indian restaurants too which are firm favourites.

As you can see, dining in Dubai is a varied and exciting experience. From traditional dishes to global cuisine, you are certain to find something that delights your taste buds.