Restaurants
Craving for fresh fish? Head to Asmak for a choice of daily catches that have been seasoned and prepared Mediterranean style. Choose your style of cooking from simply grilled, deep-fried or oven-baked. The dishes arrive piping hot with aromas of herbs and spice – the spicy garlic potatoes are a must-order. You can sit indoors or outside on a beautiful wooden deck.
When you’re located as close to the sea as Alto Mar is – right by the Jumeirah Fishing Harbour – you know the seafood is going to be fresh. At this Mediterranean-style restaurant, it is also delicious. The blue and white décor with marine accents is offset by a tranquil view of the bobbing boats at the harbour, transporting diners straight to southern European shores. So too does the menu, with a focus on local, seasonal ingredients and simple home-style cooking. Choose seafood either cooked to your liking or à la carte, with highlights including seabream roasted in a “salt…
The Dubai outpost of a renowned NYC brand, Catch is stylish seafood at its best. Retaining the contemporary American vibe, the space matches industrial-luxe décor with an eclectic menu – ranging from innovative sushi (foie gras eel roll, anyone?) to king fish tacos. Signature dishes include crispy whole snapper with peppers and oyster mushrooms, and the DXB sushi roll – tuna, crab, avocado, wasabi, yuzu and kosho mayo. Meat-lovers are well catered for, and indulgent desserts such as the s’more pizza are worth leaving tummy space for. With a buzzing vibe, Catch ticks all the boxes for a swish night…
This restaurant on the Jumeirah strip is a relatively recent and very welcome addition to Dubai’s dining scene. Offering fresh, fantastic seafood in a laidback environment, the restaurant is frequented by beachgoers coming straight from a morning sun-and-surf session at the beach. Exposed ceilings, chalkboard menus and unfinished flooring give the sun-drenched, two-storey space a relaxed yet trendy vibe to match its fuss-free menu. Downstairs is a sushi bar, while upstairs fresh seafood is displayed on ice – just pick what you want, and have it steamed, grilled or cooked a la plancha (grilled on a metal plate) with sauces…
Long lauded as one of Dubai’s most romantic restaurants, this over-water venue set at the edge of its own pier boasts incomparable views of the Burj Al Arab, balmy ocean breezes flowing through oversized windows, and glamorous décor with fishing net-style crystal chandeliers – to bring home the marine theme. The contemporary gourmet menu showcases the finest seafood, from Beluga caviar and Gillardeau oysters, to Norwegian cod, Atlantic halibut and Cornish turbot. Don’t miss the grilled scallops with tapioca pearl, vanilla and bergamot butter, and poached lobster with roasted cauliflower and Dijon mustard sauce. The picturesque setting and luxurious experience makes this…
This restaurant offers an extensive menu of traditional dishes from across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, China and Japan. So if you fancy Asian-style cuisine, Chimes has all your favourites under one roof. The open kitchen is an added attraction, as you can watch the busy chefs preparing your dishes. Visit Chimes for affordable food in a relaxed setting. Specialties include stir fries, curries and noodles, which range from mild to super spicy.
When it comes to fish, freshly caught is always best, and Seaview Restaurant at Jumeirah Harbour has a licensed fishing boat to ensure what reaches your plate is always fresh. Take your pick from tempting dishes including King Fish Darne in Banana Wraps and Lobster Tail with Citric Hollandaise, whilst gazing at panoramic views of the sea. Settle down at one of the al fresco tables and soak up the views over lunch or an early sunset dinner. Telephone +971 [0] 4 333 5552 Email info@seaviewrestaurant.ae
