10 tasty restaurants to try in Jumeirah Beach Residence

Being such a popular spot, it means that JBR has something for everyone when it comes to a bite to eat.
Whether you're looking for a beachside lunch you can stroll into a little sand-covered, or a luxe dinner with an Insta-worthy view, this neighbourhood has it all.
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Need some inspiration? Check out our top recommendations below.
Jumeirah Beach Residence restaurants
AMMOS
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With its whitewashed walls, light, airy dining room and views of the Dubai Marina skyline from the terrace, Ammos is a welcoming, sophisticated space. Channeling Greek island vibes, its menu is fairly classic Greek and Mediterranean fare, with orzo seafood, chicken souvlaki and Greek sea bass among our top picks.
Most of the ingredients are sourced directly from Greek suppliers, making it as close to a true Grecian dinner as you can get in Dubai. There's even plate-smashing during the weekly Greek Night.
Open daily noon-11pm. Rixos Premium Dubai, The Walk JBR, ammosgreek.com (052 777 9473).
Bla Bla
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Looking over to Ain Dubai, sit indoors or out on the terrace at the beach club, restaurant and bar.
The menu serves up a varied selection of dishes from sushi to pizza and fresh grills, so it shouldn't be hard to find something you like.
If you love a bargain, swing round for the business lunch where you can tuck into two courses for Dhs99.
Open daily 10am-1am. The Beach JBR, blabladubai.com (04 584 4111).
Claw BBQ
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The American barbecue and seafood restaurant is a laid-back spot for some comfort food and a few drinks looking out over the beachfront.
From peel-n-eat shrimp to king crab rolls, Philly cheesesteak and all the rest, you can even take a ride on a mechanical bull afterwards (just let your dinner go down first).
Open Mon-Fri noon-3am, Sat-Sun 10am-3am. The Beach, JBR, clawbbq.com (04 577 4357).
Goose Island Tap House
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This gastropub hails from Chicago, from the brewery of the same name. Having opened in 2021 in JVC, it's now become a super popular spot for diners in and around JBR.
The menu boasts some of the best pub food in Dubai and has all the staples you'd want – from wings to pizza, burgers, fish and chips and more, while there's also a decent selection for vegetarians and vegans. The craft hops list is also one of the best out there, so Goose Island ticks a lot of boxes.
Open Mon-Thu noon-2am, Fri-Sat 11am-3am. FIVE LUXE JBR, Jumeirah Beach Residences, gooseislanddubai.com (04 455 9989).
Mott 32
A swish spot for some authentic Chinese dishes, you can look out over Palm Jumeirah from the 73rd floor of the Address Beach Resort and soak up the views.
Dig into a 42-day applewood roasted Peking duck, try a selection of the fresh seafood selection and round off with some barbecue beef short rib.
Open Sun-Thu 6pm-1am; Sat 12.30pm-4pm, 6pm-1am. Address Beach Resort, JBR, mott32.com (04 278 4832).
Paradiso
Funky interiors including life-sized carousel horses and carnival lights, a spacious rooftop with sweeping views of the Palm and Bluewaters and world-class DJs made Paradiso an instant hit with Dubai's coolest bar crowd.
Known for it's mixed drinks, the bar-bites are perfect for a quick light bite with a view. Order a selection of modern tapas, with the crunchy octopus cracker, truffle brioche, wagyu beef meatballs and paella croquettes. Did we mention it's officially Dubai's best mixed drinks bar too?
Open Sun-Thu 5pm-2am, Fri-Sat 4pm-3am. FIVE Luxe JBR, The Walk, JBR @paradisodubai (04 275 9999).
Ronin
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Named after the famed warrior, the Japanese restaurant in FIVE LUXE is kitted out with pagoda tables, lanterns and even a gong or two to get you in the mood for the traditional dishes.
Kick off your meal with a range of appetisers including flavourful tempura, tuna crispy and wok-charred edamame before opting for a main course off the robata grill.
Open daily 6pm-2am. FIVE LUXE JBR, ronindubai.com (04 275 9999).
STK Dubai
The international steakhouse is known for a quality cut and entertainment that will definitely get you on your feet.
There's also a range of beef, from USDA prime cuts to dry age Canadian rib-eye, and wagyu from both American and Australia, so if you know and love your meats, you'll be well catered for here.
If you want to visit on a budget, try out one of the brunches or the ladies' night, where you can enjoy a set menu and free-flowing drinks.
Open Mon-Thu 6pm-1am, Sat noon-5pm, 8pm-1am, Sun 4pm-1am. Rixos Premium Dubai JBR, stksteakhouse.com (04 423 8304).
Tête-à-Tête
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Tête-à-Tête prides itself on serving up a blend of French indulgence with Dubai glamour. Inspired by the south of France, the menu offers an array of seafood and tastes of la mer, from lobster thermidor to the roasted duck with clementine and pistachio, and a veal Milanese paired with rocket and Parmesan with a size that guarantees you won't go home hungry.
Sit inside the gorgeous restaurant under a ceiling of lavender, or opt for a terrace table with views stretching over to Ain Dubai.
Open Sun-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2am. FIVE LUXE JBR, fivehotelsandrestaurants.com (04 455 9989).
Zeta 77
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If you want to see JBR from a bird's-eye view, this is where to do it. The incredible rooftop pool, restaurant and bar is a staggering 77-floors up and the vistas are breathtaking.
Pose next to the outline of Palm Jumeirah before digging into a tasty pan-Asian menu and premium mixed drinks list.
Open daily noon-2am. Address Beach Resort, addresshotels.com (04 879 8866).
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