8 aesthetic beach restaurants and beach bars in Dubai UAE that serve alcohol
Most of the restaurants in Dubai/UAE do not serve alcohol, so finding places to enjoy cocktails outside of hotels with an aesthetic beach vibe is like a treasure hunt. But don’t worry, after reading this article, you will know at least eight licensed beach restaurants and beach bars in Dubai that serve alcohol, all with stunning ocean views and aesthetic vibes, and some even have pools. So, even you don’t drink cocktails, you will still enjoy the great vibes and the food! Hope this helps you to plan your perfect winter vacation in Dubai, UAE!
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Aesthetic beach bars/restaurants in Dubai UAE
Dubai Palm West Beach | Koko Bay beach bar
Located in Dubai’s Palm West Beach area, Koko Bay is a Balinese-inspired beach bar and restaurant that is my favourite place in the city for relaxing and recharging. It has the best chill vibe, music, great and aesthetic interior design, as well as diverse food choices from Western to Asian. The kind I order the most is Asian food, with options such as Hong Kongese dim sum, Thai food, Indonesian fried rice, sushi, and they all taste great. You can also find grilled octopus, poke bowl, acai bowl, burger, steak, and more in their western food range.
What’s more, the beach clubs, beach bars, and restaurants in the Palm West Beach area all have a wide and great view of the Dubai Marina skyline and sunset. With the vibe of Koko Bay, whether indoor or outdoor, it is just perfect!
Exact location of Dubai Koko Bay: click here
Koko Bay Day pass price and food menu: check this post for more information.
Hotels near Koko Bay: check the availability here
Dubai JBR | Bla Bla Beach Club
Located right on JBR Beach (one of the best beaches in Dubai/UAE), Bla Bla Beach Club is an all-day entertainment spot that has both indoor and outdoor restaurants and bars with a modern, advanced, and diverse concept.
The outdoor beach club has a modern-designed area and pool where you can enjoy the view of Ain Dubai (the world’s largest Ferris wheel) and JBR Beach while enjoying cocktails, food, and pool time.
Exact location of Dubai Bla Bla Beach Club: click here
Day pass price for Dubai Bla Bla Beach Club: check here
Check Dubai Bla Bla Beach Club menu here
Hotels near Bla Bla Beach Club: check the availability here
Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Palm Bay Dubai
Palm Bay Dubai beach bar and restaurant is located inside Club Vista Mare, on the opposite side of Palm West Beach, which is also full of beach bars and restaurants.
However, this one is my favourite in Club Vista Mare because of its location (at the end), cocktails, really tasty international food that is full of flavour with reasonable prices (compared to most of the beach bars in Dubai), as well as its very relaxed and chilled atmosphere with a sea view.
The outside sofa seats are the most comfortable! I loved it the most when they light up the fire torches at night.
Exact location of Palm Bay Dubai: click here
Entrance fee for Palm Bay Dubai: free, you just need to order food or drinks
Hotels near Palm Bay Dubai: check the availability here
Dubai Palm Jumeirah | Ula Dubai
Located at the Dukes the Palm hotel, a 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai, Ula Dubai Beach bar and restaurant features an earthy, aesthetic interior design, and provides a good view of Dubai Marina skyline.
The food and drinks are also good. However, in my honest opinion, compared to many other decent beach bars in Dubai, all the food prices here are higher, and portions are smaller, not the best value.
Nevertheless, the design and vibe are really great, and I love it!! You can check their menu before you go and see if you like it.
Exact location of Ula Dubai: click here (inside Dukes the Palm hotel)
Pool and Beach pass price for Ula Dubai:
Weekdays: AED 100(including AED 50 redeemable on food and beverages).
Weekends & public holidays: AED 200(including AED 100 redeemable on food and beverages).
Hotels near Ula Dubai Beach Bar: Dukes the Palm Hotel and other amazing ones.
Dubai Palm West Beach | February 30 beach bar and restaurant
With its Lebanese concept, vibrant red and white design, tropical house playlist, and good Mediterranean and Japanese inspired food, February 30 is one of the best beach bars to go to in Dubai’s Palm West Beach area, and their wooden double sunbeds are THE MOST COMFORTABLE among all the beach bars I mention in this article.
Moreover, you can enjoy the beautiful view of Dubai Marina skyline and Ain Dubai while enjoining cocktails and awesome food.
Exact location of February 30 beach bar and restaurant: click here
February 30 day pass price (Sunbed for 1 person ):
Weekdays: AED 150 ; Weekends: AED 250 (fully redeemable on food and drinks)
Check February 30 menu here
Hotels near February 30 beach bar and restaurant: check the availability here
Dubai Palm West Beach | Surf Club Dubai
If you are looking for a beach bar in Dubai city that serves quality, divine seafood with amazing sunset and Dubai Marina skyline views, Surf Club will be a great option!
With plenty of seafood options, a good vibe, and sometimes with live DJs, Surf Club is always full of people on the weekends, so you might want to get there before 1pm!
Exact location of Surf Club Dubai: click here
Surf Club Dubai day pass price (fully redeemable on food and drinks):
Weekdays: AED 150 ; Friday and Sunday: AED 250 ; Saturday beach AED: 350
Check Surf Club Dubai menu here
Hotels near Surf Club: check the availability here
Beach Bar in Fujairah UAE
Dibba Fujairah | Turtle Beach Bar
Located right in front of the famous scuba diving spot Dibba Rock, Turtle Beach Bar is a hidden gem – a beach bar with the best view and most relaxing and peaceful vibe in the whole UAE, in my opinion.
The view of a crystal clear ocean surrounded by rock mountains instead of buildings, a glass of good cocktail, great seafood, some cats around, tropical style beach huts, people snorkelling in front of you, some sea turtles getting their heads above the water breathing, and friendly staff, all together make it a special place.
It is about a 2-hour drive from Dubai. If you plan to drive during your trip in Dubai and the UAE, I highly recommend adding Turtle Beach Bar to your itinerary and visiting a few more beaches in the UAE and Fujairah to see the unique landscapes.
Day pass for Fujairah Turtle Beach Bar: free, you just need to consume drinks or food.
Exact location of Fujairah Turtle Beach Bar: click here
Ocean view hotels near Fujairah Turtle Beach Bar: other than Royal Beach Hotel & Resort, there are many 5 stars beachfront hotels and resorts located in Dibba and Al Aqah areas that are close to Turtle Beach Bar. The best thing is that all prices for 5 stars hotels in Fujairah are cheaper than those in Dubai! Check the availability here
Beach Bar in Umm Al Quwain UAE
Umm Al Quwain | Lumi Pool & Beach Bar
Lumi Pool & Beach Bar is a boho-designed private beach bar owned by The Beach Hotel UAQ, and it offers beautiful views of the waves, sunset, and clear water.
The amazing chill vibe here is complemented by a big pool that faces the stunning ocean view.
Exact location of Beach Hotel UAQ & Lumi Pool and Beach Bar: click here
Lumi Pool & Beach Bar day pass price: AED 100 (fully redeemable on food and drinks)
Lumi Pool & Beach Bar menu click here
Hotels near Lumi Pool & Beach Bar: The Beach Hotel UAQ and other hotels in UAQ
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Frequently asked questions about Dubai UAE
When is the best time to travel to Dubai UAE?
Due to the weather conditions, the best time to travel to Dubai is definitely from October to the end of March, with temperatures ranging from 26-35 degrees Celsius most of the time. This is when outdoor activity-related businesses start operating again and you can truly enjoy outdoor activities such as desert safari trips, visiting the best beach bars in Dubai, kite surfing, exploring themed parks, and more. It is also the time when locals and expats finally feel willing to step out of their air-conditioned rooms for a while.
Why don’t people go out much during the summer in Dubai and the UAE? Because temperatures can rise up to 50 degrees Celsius. It is way too hot and uncomfortable to be outdoors without AC for more than 10 minutes (from personal experience).
When is the best time to go to beaches in the UAE?
As summer in Dubai UAE is extremely hot, with temperatures sometimes reaching 50 degrees Celsius, it is recommended to visit the beaches during mid-autumn until early spring (October to March) for the best experience.
I have personally tried visiting Dubai’s beaches during the summer, but the water was so hot that it felt like I was taking a hot bath. Even after 9 pm, the sea remained very warm. Therefore, I highly recommend visiting between October and March.
When is the best time to travel to Dubai UAE? Beach rules in the UAE (if bikini and alcohol are allowed?)
Wondering if it is illegal to wear a bikini or shorts at the beaches in Dubai?
Don’t worry, you can wear a bikini, swimwear, or shorts at the beaches in Dubai, but only in the designated beach areas. You cannot wear them on the way to the beach, which means you still need to cover yourselves properly before entering the beach area.
As for alcohol, you are not allowed to bring your own alcohol to the beaches.
However, you can consume alcohol at licensed bars, hotels, and restaurants like these aesthetic ones.
What is the easiest way to get around in Dubai and the UAE?
The best and easiest way to travel to other beautiful cities near Dubai and explore the unique landscapes of the UAE is by car. By doing so, you can save time, travel deeper, experience desert activities, try out the roller coaster in the UAE’s highest mountain or visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
You can rent a car, book a driver, take a taxi, or join amazing designed tours to conveniently see all that the UAE has to offer, with pick-up and drop-off services.
What are the best areas to stay and find hotels in Dubai?
Here are 4 awesome areas to stay while traveling in Dubai, click below links to find available hotels at your prefer area.
- Palm Jumeirah: a palm shaped artificial islands on the Persian Gulf with many luxury, international 5-starts hotels, aesthetic beach bars, restaurants and is an awesome and high end place for the beach holiday.
- Jumeirah Beach Residence: right at the beach area where you can see Ain Dubai (biggest ferris wheel in the world) and magical Bluewaters Island right in front of you. There are a great amount of restaurants, cafes, shops and some bars for you to enjoy!
- Dubai Marina: it’s a nice canal city where you can find many restaurants along the canal. And it is close to the popular JBR beach, and Ain Dubai (biggest ferris wheel in the world),
- Downtown Dubai: a vivid trendy area where Burj Khalifa (the world’s tallest building) and the Dubai Mall located. If you love the vivid city life and seeing amazing skyscrapers from your hotels, you will love this area.
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