Glitzy and glamorous places featured in Dubai Bling
Fake-fur coats, flashy jewellery and fancy cars…with an added tinge of rivalries, Dubai Bling shows the lavish lifestyles of millionaires! The Dubai version of Netflix’s hit reality TV show Bling Empire gives you an insight into the glitzy lifestyle of wealthy socialites. The exotic sites of the city provide a perfect backdrop for this glamorous show. If you are also fully invested in the lives of the cast like us, you’re gonna love our list of landmarks, eateries and hotels featured in Dubai Bling.
RESTAURANTS FEATURED IN DUBAI BLING
Mosaico
Zeina Khoury, a prominent realtor and businesswoman, also referred to as the “Queen of Versace”, happened to cross paths with Farhana Bodi in the opulent lobby lounge of the Palazzo Versace Dubai.
Mosaico is a tribute to Gianni Versace’s elaborate compositions. A 5-star hotel’s lobby lounge provides panoramic views of Dubai Creek and the main pool. There are many choices on the amazing all-day menu, out of which their quintessential high tea is highly recommended. It features a wide selection of the finest teas and tempting treats.
- Average Price for Two: AED 385 without alcohol | AED 45 for a pint of beer
- Timings: 08:00 am – 11:00 pm | High Tea: 10:30 am – 07:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-556-8850
- Location: Palazzo Versace Dubai
Ossiano
Californian-born Lebanese supermodel and TV presenter Loujain Adada came to Ossiano to meet Ebraheem Al Samadi, CEO of Forever Rose — a blind date that didn’t go, well…all rosy.
Located in the iconic Atlantis Dubai, the Michelin-star restaurant offers an extraordinary underwater experience to guests. The best part is the outstanding seafood dishes created by chef Grégoire Berger. What else??? Well, chances are that you see sharks and stingrays gliding right past your table. Isn’t it quite something?
- Average Price for Two: AED 2100
- Timings: Daily, 06:00 pm to 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-426-0000
- Location: Atlantis the Palm
CÉ LA VI Dubai
Sky-high hotspot CÉ LA VI Dubai inside Address Sky Views offers the backdrop of the Burj Khalifa when Brianna and RJ Kris Fade meet Zeina and her husband Hanna for a couples’ dinner at Sky Views.
They reserve a table on the terrace of the sky-high hotspot, which offers stunning views of the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountains, and the Downtown skyline. When you go, relish the outstanding Pan Asian meal created by chef Howard Ko.
- Average Price for Two: AED 350
- Timings: Daily 12:00 pm to 01:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-582-6111
- Location: Level 54, Address Sky View Hotel, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd
URLA
Kris and Brianna hosted a grand dinner for their close friends right before Burj Khalifa in Urla. Although the surprise was the couple’s engagement, the cold war between Loujain and Farhana made people hooked on the show. Beguiling cocktails, elaborately decorated food and stunning views of the Burj are some of the highlights of the eatery.
- Average Price for Two: AED 600
- Timings: 6:00 pm to 3:00 am, Monday to Friday | 3:00 pm – 3:00 am, Saturday to Sunday
- Contact: +971-52-554-5997
- Location: Fountain Level, Address Downtown
Piatti by the Beach
Farhana Bodi celebrated her B-Day – let us tell you the fourth birthday celebration of the month – with an Amalfi Coast theme in the lively beachfront restaurant of Raffles The Palm. And how can an event in Dubai Bling end without some intricate relationship drama?
Piatti by the Beach is a sight to behold. Along with burrata with cherry tomatoes, sautéed Mediterranean mussels, spicy scallops, seared salmon, sea bass ceviche, king crab tacos, and red king prawns, the menu also features other Mediterranean favourites.
- Average Price for Two: AED 610 without alcohol | AED 55 for a pint of beer
- Timings: Daily 12:30 pm to 11:30 pm
- Contact: +971-424-88889
- Location: Raffles The Palm
Opa
Lojain, Safa and Zeina met for a plate-breaking activity at Opa. The eatery claims a cuisine of authentic Greek fare, a welcoming atmosphere, and attractive interiors. If you don’t know, let us tell you it’s a Greek tradition to smash plates and scream “Opa!” during weddings and other festive occasions.
- Average Price for Two: AED 480
- Timings: Daily 07:00 pm to 03:00 am
- Contact: 971-4-357-0557
- Location: 1st Level, Fairmont Dubai
Forever Rose Cafe
Several showdowns occur at Ebraheem Al Samad’s Forever Rose Cafe in Boxpark throughout the season. Visitors will be immersed in a fairytale-like experience and live through the cafe’s 2D visuals, and beautiful drawings with 3D components weaved throughout. The cafe was designed to seem like a novel. Breakfast, lunch, supper, afternoon tea, desserts, and coffee are all on the menu.
- Average Price for Two: AED 235
- Timings: Monday to Thursday 08:00 am – 12:00 am | Friday to Sunday 08:00 am – 01:00 am
- Contact: +971-50-605-9881 (BoxPark)
- Location: BoxPark | The Dubai Mall
The Lounge – Address Beach Resort
The one with Ebraheem was not the only bad date LJ had in the first season of Bling Dubai. Loujain Adadah also had a not-so-good experience with Fadie Musallet – the Palestinian-American Entrepreneur – at Address Beach Resort. The location is the hotel’s lobby lounge terrace, which is renowned for its water feature, ornate sculptures, and views of the Arabian Gulf. Afternoon tea is a must if you visit the place with your pals.
- Average Price for Two: AED 100
- Timings: Daily, 03:00 pm – 07:00 pm (afternoon tea)
- Contact: +971-4-879-8888
- Location: JBR, The Walk
HOTELS AND OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Five Palm Jumeirah
At FIVE Palm Jumeirah, Safa Siddiqui holds her first fashion show. Why not live like Safa and shoot some Instagram pictures in the lobby or on The Penthouse’s rooftop hangout? Social media influencers and VIP visitors are known to frequent the lifestyle hotel for its Instagram-worthy rooms, in-room food options, and swimming pool.
- Contact: +971-4-455-9988
- Location: No. 1 Palm
Sky View Observatory
Overwhelmed by the chaos in their lives, Zeina and Safa tried the breathtaking experiences at the Sky View Observatory. No windows or other barriers stand between you and the 53rd floor of a glass-enclosed high-rise or a ledge about 220 metres above the ground. Schedule a trip to Sky Views Dubai immediately if that’s what gets your heart racing!
- Tickets: Observatory: AED 85 per adult, AED 70 per kid | Edge Walk Experience: AED 504
- Timings: Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-800-28843867
- Location: Address Sky View Hotel Dubai is located at Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashed Boulevard
Dubai Desert Conservation Centre
LJ planned a getaway with DJ Bliss, Zeina and others at Sonara Camp, Dubai Dessert Conservation Centre. However, the journey to the desert takes an unexpected turn.
The Sonara Camp, located in the Dubai Conservation Area high on a sand dune, offers unobstructed sunset views over the Arabian desert. Before a leisurely meal or overnight stay, guests can partake in a variety of activities there, including camel rides, live Oud music, and a falcon display.
- Tickets: From 460 per adult (Sunset Experience)
- Contact: +971-50-336-7909 |+971-50-336-0397
- Location: Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Ain Road
Ain Dubai
When things got heated up between Safa and Fahd, the couple went to Dubai Eye to sort things out between them. Ain Dubai Bluewaters Island opened its gates to the public on the 21st of October 2021.
A trip to this observation wheel lasts roughly 48 minutes and is a truly unique experience. Visitors get information on all the landmarks they can find on the LED screens in each capsule as they enjoy the mesmerising 360 vistas!
- Tickets: Ain Dubai Views: From AED 130 per adult and AED 100 per kid | Private Cabins: From AED 1550
- Timing: Temporarily closed
- Contact: +971-800-246-392
- Location: Bluewaters Island
The Els Club
The boy gang met at the club to play golf and make spitefully critical comments about the ladies. The Els Club, a renowned golfing location in Dubai Sports City, is the perfect place for golf enthusiasts to spend an action-packed day. The club has one of Dubai’s top-notch courses, outstanding dining options, and a cutting-edge indoor golf simulator.
- Timing: 06:00 am to 11:30 pm
- Contact: +971-4-425-1000
- Location: Dubai Sports City
Madame Tussauds
The first Madame Tussauds attraction in the GCC brings together the exciting worlds of entertainment, sport, and music under one roof. In the sixth episode of Dubai Bling, Kris asks his father to serve as a groomsman in his wedding and brings his parents to the attraction to witness his wax sculptures.
You can enter a Bollywood movie and take a photo with Shahrukh Khan or take a selfie with Kylie Jenner in one of the seven themed rooms. Pose with celebrities like Taylor Swift, Will Smith, Justin Bieber, Lewis Hamilton, Jennifer Lawrence, Christiano Ronaldo, Jackie Chan, and Cara Delevingne.
- Tickets: AED 135 per person for Standard Admission
- Timing: Sunday to Thursday, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm | Friday to Saturday, 11:00 am – 09:00 pm
- Location: Bluewaters Island
The Ritz Carlton
The glamorous season concludes with Kris and his fiancée tying the knot at The Ritz Carlton. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, offers privacy just a few steps from the well-known Walk at JBR, nestled on a private beach.
The upscale resort has sea-facing guest rooms and suites, a dedicated Club Lounge, a variety of culinary experiences, recreational facilities, a Ritz Kids Club, and a spa. It was created to resemble the low-rise structures of the Mediterranean. Traditional Arabian hospitality enhances the guest experience at this Dubai resort.
- Contact: +971-4-399-4000
- Location: DIFC
FAQS
What were the places featured in the Housewives of Dubai?
Premiered on 1st June 2022, the show gave fans an inside look at the lifestyles of Housewives living in “the City of Gold.” Some of the top locations featured in the Real Housewives of Dubai are hotels like Atlantis, Palazzo Versace and Raffles The Palm. GAIA, Scalini and Fi’lia are also a few of the eateries spotted in the glitzy series.
What are the top fine-dining restaurants in Dubai?
The high-end restaurants in Dubai include Eauzone at Dubai Marina, La Petite Maison at DIFC, Zheng He’s at Madinat Jumeirah, Thiptara at Downtown Dubai and many more. In these fine-dining places, you can find a variety of epicurean delights on offer.
So, that’s a breakdown of the restaurants, hotels and attractions featured in Bling Dubai. The series showcases the city’s extravagant way of life and gives us a look at some of its most appealing tourist destinations.
We sincerely hope you enjoy discovering all the glamorous spots to grab a piece of glitz for yourself! Which restaurant in the city do you prefer? Please share with us in the comments section below. Get in touch with us.
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