Dine in style at these Bluewaters Island restaurants

• Under AED 100
• Between AED 100 – AED 250
• Between AED 250 – AED 350
• Between AED 350 – AED 450
• AED 500 And Above

Are you looking for the best restaurants in Bluewaters Island? Set against the scenic waterfront, these eateries are ideal for all food connoisseurs. So, if you want to embark on a culinary journey of flavours on the island, join us as we reveal some of our top picks based on the average cost for two.

BEST RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND DUBAI

Bluewaters Island is the latest addition to the list of man-made islands in Dubai. From the iconic Ain Dubai to the famous Madame Tussauds Dubai, this area has much to offer regarding leisure and entertainment. There is also a long list of excellent restaurants for those with a boundless appetite and “just one bite” foodies

So, if you plan to visit some of the eateries, here’s our pick of the top places to eat at Bluewaters Island Dubai.

RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND WITH AVERAGE PRICE FOR TWO UNDER AED 100

SEEDOLOGY CAFE

Want to eat on a budget in one of Bluewaters Dubai restaurants? Head to Seedology Cafe – a restaurant on the more affordable side of Bluewaters Island. The cafe is cosily set, with wooden furniture, ambient lighting, and a few plants and board games.

Seedology Cafe is all about healthy food. You can try delicious snacks, hot and cold coffee, tea, milkshakes and soft drinks here.

• Average cost for two: AED 95
• Location: Inside The Little Things
• Timings: 09:00 am – 12:00 am
• Contact: +971-4-399-9039

THIS IS HOT DOG

Located on the pedestrian bridge, This Is Hot Dog is one of Dubai’s affordable Bluewaters Island restaurants. The place offers dishes made of “100% all-natural meats”.

You can try their hot dogs in 11 flavours, with a choice of beef, chicken or veggies. Or if you like a twist, try poutine, burgers, skewers, chicken strips, corn on the cob and onion rings. This Is Hot Dog has two other branches in Dubai: Last Exit Al Khawaneej and Mall of the Emirates.

• Average cost for two: AED 115
• Location: Pedestrian Bridge
• Timings: 10:00 am – 03:00 am
• Contact: +971-800-844

McDONALD’S

Good old McDonald’s saves the day if you want affordable food in large quantities. This popular American fast-food chain offers burgers, fries and wraps for wallet-friendly prices – and they’re all pretty tasty too!

Since a branch of McDonald’s is on Bluewaters Island, you can enjoy the same menu with an exquisite view. The outlet has indoor and outdoor seating and fast service (a trademark quality of McDonald’s). Ironically, of all the fabulous restaurants on Bluewaters, McDonald’s tends to get the most crowded during breakfast, lunch and dinner!

• Average cost for two: AED 50
• Location: Bluewaters Marine Transport Station 
• Timings: 10:00 am – 1:00 am
• Contact: +971-600-588-885

RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND WITH AVERAGE PRICE FOR TWO BETWEEN AED 100 – AED 250

MITTS & TRAYS

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a hearty meal cooked with fresh ingredients, Mitts & Trays is the place for you. This charming cafe serves gourmet dishes, including salads, sandwiches, pasta, soups, desserts and more.

The tasteful decor paired with the views of Bluewaters Island further adds to its allure. Mitts & Trays is also known for tempting cheesecakes in Dubai.

• Average cost for two: 195
• Location: Building 9, Bluewaters Island
• Timings:
  • 08:00 am – 12:00 am (Bluewaters Island’s Website)
  • 08:00 am – 12:00 am, Thu-Sat: 08:00 am – 01:00 am (Zomato)
• Contact: +971-4-388-3999

THE COFFEE CLUB

If you want something more casual, head to The Coffee Club! Known to be Australia’s largest home-grown café group, this coffee house has more than 400 outlets across 11 countries, including the UAE. So, coffee lovers, you’re lucky!

The Coffee Club offers sandwiches, salads, breakfast items, wraps/burgers and desserts. The club also has a dedicated menu for kids that features Alfredo pasta, scrambled eggs and fish and chips.

• Average cost for two: AED 210
• Location: The Wharf
• Timings: 08:00 am – 11:00 pm, Thu-Sat: 08:00 am – 12:00 am
• Contact: +971-4-399-1536

DOLCE GREEN

Dolce Green offers a variety of healthy dishes that combine flavours with clean eating. In line with their slogan, ‘eating well to keep your body and mind healthy’, their menu makes your body feel refreshed and energised.

Their branch in Bluewaters offers a view of the sea and JBR, perfect for a chilled-out, affordable dining experience. If you want something lighter, grab a wrap or a burger, or try the oriental rice or poke. There’s something for everyone.

• Average cost for two: AED 135
• Location: Near Bluewaters Wharf Retail Building
• Timings: 9:30 am – 11:00 pm
• Contact: +971-48-769-484

RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND WITH AN AVERAGE PRICE FOR TWO BETWEEN AED 250 – AED 350

KETCH UP RESTAURANT

As the name suggests, Ketch Up Restaurant is a casual dining restaurant in Bluewaters Island to “ketch up” (catch up) with your old chums and colleagues. The restaurant has a trendy setting with chic black and gold tones, a terrace and a cosy bar. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

At Ketch Up Restaurant, you can enjoy salmon tartare, beef carpaccio, Caesar salad, pumpkin soup, steaks, burgers and homemade pasta, among other things. And did we mention there is a fine selection of shisha, too?!

• Average cost for two: AED 300
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
• Contact: +971-50-750-7424

ALICI

Alici Dubai is an excellent choice for diners craving Italian cuisine and seafood. The restaurant, set over two floors, boasts bright white interiors accentuated with blue-accented furniture.

Diners get to enjoy stunningly fresh seafood infused with authentic Italian flavours. Pasta, risotto, mazara prawns and grilled octopus are some popular dishes. Their drinks are worth trying, too!

• Average cost for two: AED 385
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings:
  • Lunch: 12:00 pm- 04:00 pm
  • Dinner: 07:00 pm-11:30 pm
• Contact: +971-4-275-2577

Sahelnom Restaurant

Sahelnom Restaurant is a Syrian restaurant on Bluewaters Island. They pride themselves on their authentic Syrian and oriental cuisine offerings with a stunning sea view in the backdrop.

The interiors are filled with elements from Syrian and Middle Eastern design, making patrons feel cosy and at ease. Their menu offers mouthwatering Syrian dishes such as Warak Enab (stuffed vine leaves with rice and minced meat) and Basha Wa’sakro.

RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND WITH AN AVERAGE PRICE OF TWO BETWEEN AED 350 – AED 450

THE SELFISH BULL

The Selfish Bull is one of the best restaurants on Bluewaters Island for meat and seafood lovers! The Selfish Bull serves a premium range of meats and crab grilled to perfection on live stations.

They also serve massive French lobsters, Tomahawk steaks, and classic New York strips served with a side of your choice. You can sit indoors or outdoors and enjoy their delectable menu items.

• Average cost for two: AED 420
• Location: Đảo Bluewaters
• Timings: 12:00 pm – 01:00 am
• Contact: +971-4-399-3638

PUERTO 99

Are you looking for a Mexican restaurant in Bluewaters Island? Look no further than Puerto 99. Inspired by the Mexican Pacific coast, the restaurant serves signature dishes like Rosarito-style blue lobster, Mexican street corn, Mexican octopus and soft crab taco. These dishes are served with a side of roasted veggies, refried black beans and Mexican Pacific shrimps.

• Average cost for two: AED 425
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings: 01:00 pm – 01:00 am, Mon: 01:00 pm – 12:00 am
• Contact: +971-4-557-6627

SHI RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Curious to try the best of Japanese and Chinese cuisine? Head to SHI Restaurant and Lounge on Bluewater Island and choose your pick! Offering high-end Chinese cuisine, this restaurant brings elements of fine dining from Shanghai and Hong Kong both with the dishes and with the opulent interiors. The ingredients used are organically sourced, and each dish is cooked to perfection – a trademark of the SHI brand.

Mouth-watering delicacies on the menu include dim sums such as the wagyu beef taro puff and black truffle chicken siu mai, along with signature dishes such as the Alaskan snow crab with black pepper & ginger sauce and the Signature Peking duck with Beluga caviar. SHI also has a beverage menu with unique cocktails inspired by the flavours of China.

• Average cost for two: AED 350
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings: 01:00 pm – 02:00 am
• Contact: +971-43-939-990

RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND WITH AED 500 AVERAGE PRICE FOR TWO AND ABOVE

THE LONDON PROJECT

The London Project is the place to go for diners looking for the best British cuisine in Dubai. The well-loved restaurant has brilliantly eclectic interiors that are worth the visit!

When you’re here, try their range of signature dishes, including the fish and chips or the pulled beef soft shell tacos. They also serve the best party brunches in Dubai.

• Average cost for two: AED 520
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings: 12:00 pm – 01:00 am
• Contact: +971-54-306-1822

CLAY DUBAI

Clay Dubai offers an eclectic mix of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines, creating a fusion of two cultures to create a memorable menu.

Here’s a tidbit of history: at the end of the 19th century, many Japanese people migrated to Peru. The ‘Nikkei’ cuisine i.e. a mix of Japanese and Peruvian flavours, is a result of this migration.

Clay Dubai acknowledges this history in many sections of its menu. The tasteful interiors of Clay Dubai are totally Instagrammable, with rich, muted colours, gorgeous textures and artistic pieces all around. The dishes are also artistic in looks, with flavour to match.

Top picks include the Cebiche platter, Nikkei, Lobster and sashimi. The beverage menu combines Japanese and Peruvian tastes in cocktails, whiskies, vodkas, gins and more.

• Average cost for two: AED 510
• Location: Near Ain Dubai
• Timings: 12:00 pm – 02:00 am
• Contact: +971-44-225-600

THE PODS

Luxury dining is all about unique experiences, and The Pods on Bluewater Island definitely nails that aspect. Basically, you get to dine in one of the 22 cosy black ‘pods’.

Each pod has sofas, a few green elements and tasteful decor. You can choose one of three pods:

• The Classic pods for 6 people
• The VIP pods for 8 people
• The large party pod for up to 14 people

The Pods offers pan-Asian cuisines, which is a mix of Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisines. Crowd favourites include the miso-marinated black cod, Rendang curry beef, and yellow tail carpaccio.

• Average cost for two: AED 500
• Location: The Wharf
• Timings: Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 pm to 02:00 am; Monday – Friday: 04:00 pm to 01:00 am
• Contact: +971-44-538-994

Please note that there is a minimum spend of AED 250 here. You can also opt for a 250 AED set menu, which includes a main course and a dessert. They also have a bar for a variety of alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, wines and more.

Other equally reputed restaurants in Bluewaters Island include these.

• Vaga
• Un Dimanche a Paris
• Tete Brazilian & Lebanese Restaurant
• Demon Duck
• Brass Monkey Restaurant
• Basanti & Co

FAQs ABOUT THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND & MORE

WHAT ARE THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND?

This is subjective; however, Clay Dubai, The Selfish Bull and The Coffee Club are some of the most popular eateries in Bluewaters Island.

ARE THERE ANY BLUEWATERS ISLAND RESTAURANTS WITH ALCOHOL?

Basanti & Co, The London Project and The Selfish Bull are places most preferred by those who want to enjoy a nice drink.

WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN BLUEWATERS ISLAND?

Bluewaters Island is a bustling destination. From dining at some incredible outlets to shopping, there are so many activities to do on Bluewaters Island.

That brings an end to our list of Bluewaters Island restaurants in Dubai. As you can see, the island has something to cater to everyone, regardless of their budget.

If you’re looking for a similarly exciting waterfront dining experience in the city, you must check out restaurants on Dubai Marina Walk. These eateries will offer you a chance to experience delicious cuisines while taking in the city’s beautiful sights.

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