Restaurants

You’ll appreciate the comfort and ease that comes with a visit to The Noodle House, which has locations across the city, including TECOM and Madinat Jumeirah. Sit back and make your order by ticking your desired dishes on the provided notepads. The mouthwatering food is well-priced too, with big portions of soups, noodles and stir fries served up in record speed. Expect modern decor, zingy drinks and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you crave a generous meaty meal and a friendly service in upbeat New York surroundings, then Soho Bar & Grill provides just the right atmosphere for a perfect night out with friends. The expansive menu offers high-quality steaks, mouthwatering ribs and handmade burgers combined with an exciting choice of drinks. Dining options range from beef ribs and Wagyu burgers to New York cuts and prime Australian steaks. Outdoor seating is available too.

Arabic for “mouthful”, Logma is an on-trend restaurant in Dubai’s hip BoxPark that is dedicated to the art of Emirati cuisine. Popular in the evenings with the locals, stop by between browsing the unique boutiques to sample traditional dishes of Chebab, Muhalla and Regag, or modern twists on Emirati flavours such as fries with Khaleeji herbs and spices.

French dining, born in London, and now in Dubai, Aubaine is the brainchild of Lebanese businessman Hani Nakkash. Famous for its perfect pastries, Continental-style lunches and delightful dinners, set in an elegant and relaxed surrounding, Aubaine is the ideal spot in which to start, pause or end a long day of shopping in The Dubai Mall.  +971 4 501 6970 

Siddharta Lounge boasts a sleek and contemporary interior, featuring ample lashings of plush white seating, gold accents and glam marble furnishings, coupled with floor-to-ceiling windows that reveal stunning views of Dubai Marina. When it comes to food, try a mouth-watering selection of Asian-Mediterranean specialities, including Wagyu beef mini burgers, and crispy prawn spring rolls with tamarind dipping sauce. The desserts are also outstanding; notably the delicious three-chocolate terrine with caramelised banana.

Part of Dubai’s wave of hipster-style café eateries, Common Grounds is a slice of cool calm amongst the exciting shopping frenzy that is Mall of the Emirates. A great place to grab an antioxidant packed, energising breakfast, artisan coffee or any of the super healthy dishes available for both lunch and dinner, Common Grounds offers welcome respite after a hard day on your feet.  +971 50 478 1094

Not just for pony fans, the Polo Club is also home to a host of leisure facilities, for an American country club-style experience. The palm tree-lined temperature-controlled pool is fitted with the Splash Pool Bar, which offers made-to-order cafe-style meals for guests enjoying the club’s idyllic surrounds. After your swim, head to the in-house spa for a soothing post-sun facial and signature detox marine algae wrap. +971 4 361 8111

Time goes by quickly at Andreea’s. You can pretty much spend all day and all night at the venue, located on the beachside of the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa. This high-end restaurant offer international cuisine by day and a buzzing nightlife in the evenings, so carry dressy clothes to change into if you plan to sunbathe first.

Stretching across the Palm’s Crescent foreshore, and with the iconic seashell-pink Atlantis, The Palm looming in the background, the Royal Pool strikes a balance between a family-friendly destination and a relaxing spot for the unaccompanied grown-ups. The oversized five-star pool is perfect for a dip, with or without younger family members. Or take the kids down to the private beach, the nearby jungle gym or the lawn badminton court to totally tire them out before dinner. We recommend the signature grilled tiger prawns. +971 4 426 2626