Hospitality Expert’s Guidebook for Dubai

Hospitality Expert
Hospitality Expert
Hospitality Expert’s Guidebook for Dubai

Food Scene

Excellent Lebanese Cuisine. Every Arz Lebanon customer has the choice of contemporary and authentic Lebanese dishes with a variety of mezze starters, as well as sumptuous meat or chicken dishes with particular focus on the Lebanese specialty, Shawarma. There is a pleasing selection of healthy and vegetarian dishes in line with Western tastes, in addition to fresh fruit juices and light Mediterranean desserts. Lofts East, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown, Downtown Dubai, Dubai. +971 4 451 2277
Arz Lebanon Restaurant - Down Town Burj Khalifa
Excellent Lebanese Cuisine. Every Arz Lebanon customer has the choice of contemporary and authentic Lebanese dishes with a variety of mezze starters, as well as sumptuous meat or chicken dishes with particular focus on the Lebanese specialty, Shawarma. There is a pleasing selection of healthy and vegetarian dishes in line with Western tastes, in addition to fresh fruit juices and light Mediterranean desserts. Lofts East, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown, Downtown Dubai, Dubai. +971 4 451 2277
For over a decade now, TCHE TCHE has been a favorite spot among Dubai's cafe-hopping young professionals, largely due to the owners' continuous strive for the highest quality products and services. The cafe's stylish, contemporary design, coupled with an unbeatable warm ambiance, provides the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Whether you are dashing out of the office for a midday solace or looking to unwind at the end of a long day, you will find a place - and a friendly face - at TCHE TCHE. Arabic, Contemporary menu, favorite shisha spot. Lofts West Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. +971 4 450 4120
17 locals recommend
Tche Tche
17 locals recommend
For over a decade now, TCHE TCHE has been a favorite spot among Dubai's cafe-hopping young professionals, largely due to the owners' continuous strive for the highest quality products and services. The cafe's stylish, contemporary design, coupled with an unbeatable warm ambiance, provides the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Whether you are dashing out of the office for a midday solace or looking to unwind at the end of a long day, you will find a place - and a friendly face - at TCHE TCHE. Arabic, Contemporary menu, favorite shisha spot. Lofts West Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. +971 4 450 4120
Reem Al Bawadi is renowned for award-winning Middle Eastern cuisine, warm Arabic hospitality and authentic ambiance. Explore its award-winning menu with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and all-time International favourites. They also have a large selection of fresh juices, mocktails and shisha. Burj Boulevard, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. +971 54 441 9363
15 locals recommend
Reem Al Bawadi Restaurant and Cafe
15 locals recommend
Reem Al Bawadi is renowned for award-winning Middle Eastern cuisine, warm Arabic hospitality and authentic ambiance. Explore its award-winning menu with authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and all-time International favourites. They also have a large selection of fresh juices, mocktails and shisha. Burj Boulevard, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. +971 54 441 9363
The heart of Baker & Spice beats in its kitchens. Local agriculture, local markets and the seasons dictate and they gladly follow on a daily adventure to create fabulous artisan soul food that remains true to their ethos: local, organic, fresh, homemade. Souk Al Manzil, Near Spinneys, Downtown Dubai. +971 4 427 9856
6 locals recommend
Baker and Spice
6 locals recommend
The heart of Baker & Spice beats in its kitchens. Local agriculture, local markets and the seasons dictate and they gladly follow on a daily adventure to create fabulous artisan soul food that remains true to their ethos: local, organic, fresh, homemade. Souk Al Manzil, Near Spinneys, Downtown Dubai. +971 4 427 9856
A light-filled café in the heart of Downtown, Bagatelle is a popular place for lunch, with lighter offerings than many of its burger boy neighbours. Savvy Dubai Mall shoppers looking to beat the lunchtime rush should step out onto Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard to this nearby alternative, serving up pressed juices, decent coffee and a vast selection of light bites and mains. Served in soft, freshly-baked bread, the sandwiches are your best bet – skip the cheesy beef baguette in favour of the vegetarian option (trust us).A very pleasing pit stop, with a not-unreasonable price-tag. Dubai, Burj Khalifa Area, Address Downtown, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. +971 4 420 3442
Maison Bagatelle
A light-filled café in the heart of Downtown, Bagatelle is a popular place for lunch, with lighter offerings than many of its burger boy neighbours. Savvy Dubai Mall shoppers looking to beat the lunchtime rush should step out onto Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard to this nearby alternative, serving up pressed juices, decent coffee and a vast selection of light bites and mains. Served in soft, freshly-baked bread, the sandwiches are your best bet – skip the cheesy beef baguette in favour of the vegetarian option (trust us).A very pleasing pit stop, with a not-unreasonable price-tag. Dubai, Burj Khalifa Area, Address Downtown, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. +971 4 420 3442
La Serre’s Bistro feels bright and airy, thanks to the crisp white colour scheme. On any given night you’ll find it buzzing, and staff deal adeptly with the throng of diners – you won’t even notice the wait between ordering and being presented your food, and requesting and receiving your bill. Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Ground Floor, Vida Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. +971 4 428 6969
27 locals recommend
La Serre
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard
27 locals recommend
La Serre’s Bistro feels bright and airy, thanks to the crisp white colour scheme. On any given night you’ll find it buzzing, and staff deal adeptly with the throng of diners – you won’t even notice the wait between ordering and being presented your food, and requesting and receiving your bill. Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Ground Floor, Vida Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. +971 4 428 6969

Essentials

Well known groceries, 2min walk from the Lofts 202 flat.
22 locals recommend
Waitrose
Financial Center Road
22 locals recommend
Well known groceries, 2min walk from the Lofts 202 flat.
Free delivery of groceries with a minimum charge of AED 50. Downtown, Burj Dubai . +9714 432 9624.
المايا
Burj Khalifa Boulevard
Free delivery of groceries with a minimum charge of AED 50. Downtown, Burj Dubai . +9714 432 9624.

Parks & Nature

Sunset Beach: For the quintessential ‘holding up the Burj Al Arab' photograph, this spot will get you the best side of Dubai’s iconic hotel. The free beach is a perpetual hive of activity and one of the emirate's most beautiful stretches of sand. Also known as Umm Suqeim Beach, head to nearby Surf House Dubai to rent a board and discuss surf conditions over a coffee. Jumeirah 4, +971 800 900.
31 locals recommend
Public Beach
31 locals recommend
Sunset Beach: For the quintessential ‘holding up the Burj Al Arab' photograph, this spot will get you the best side of Dubai’s iconic hotel. The free beach is a perpetual hive of activity and one of the emirate's most beautiful stretches of sand. Also known as Umm Suqeim Beach, head to nearby Surf House Dubai to rent a board and discuss surf conditions over a coffee. Jumeirah 4, +971 800 900.
The Beach at JBR: The Beach, opposite The Walk promenade at Jumeirah Beach Residences, boasts its juice bars, burger joints and fashionable boutiques and the fanciest cars in town. Pick up an inflatable pool lounge before heading to the water or simply float out and take on the Dubai Aqua Park, an inflatable water park. This beach is one of our favourites for families too – with watersports, banana boating, camel rides and more. Perfect for a beach holiday. Dubai Marina, Opposite Jumeirah Beach Residences, +971 4 317 3999.
89 locals recommend
The Beach
The Walk
89 locals recommend
The Beach at JBR: The Beach, opposite The Walk promenade at Jumeirah Beach Residences, boasts its juice bars, burger joints and fashionable boutiques and the fanciest cars in town. Pick up an inflatable pool lounge before heading to the water or simply float out and take on the Dubai Aqua Park, an inflatable water park. This beach is one of our favourites for families too – with watersports, banana boating, camel rides and more. Perfect for a beach holiday. Dubai Marina, Opposite Jumeirah Beach Residences, +971 4 317 3999.
Kite Beach: If the name didn't already give it away, Dubai's sportiest beach is a favourite with kite surfers. Get here for a spot of beach volleyball or try your balance at stand-up paddle-boarding and kayaking. There are plenty of non-aqua activities, including a skatepark, an outdoor trampoline and a toddler-friendly area. This is a top spot for a family beach holiday. Post-swim, make your way to one of the many beach canteens. We recommend the famous Salt, a food cart style café serving up some of the best beef sliders in the city. Umm Suqeim, just off Jumeirah Beach Road, near Jumeirah Beach Hotel, +971 800 900.
134 locals recommend
Kite Beach by Meraas
134 locals recommend
Kite Beach: If the name didn't already give it away, Dubai's sportiest beach is a favourite with kite surfers. Get here for a spot of beach volleyball or try your balance at stand-up paddle-boarding and kayaking. There are plenty of non-aqua activities, including a skatepark, an outdoor trampoline and a toddler-friendly area. This is a top spot for a family beach holiday. Post-swim, make your way to one of the many beach canteens. We recommend the famous Salt, a food cart style café serving up some of the best beef sliders in the city. Umm Suqeim, just off Jumeirah Beach Road, near Jumeirah Beach Hotel, +971 800 900.
La Mer: Dubai’ s newest beachside destination has a lot to offer. From exceptional restaurants and cafes, standout boutiques to shop at and an outdoor trampoline park for little ones, it’s easy to spend the entire day here. Choose from the North Beach or South Beach, which each have colourful shower cabins adding to the seafresh theme of the precinct. There are plenty of watersports to try too, including wakeboarding, flyboarding and kayaking. Jumeirah 1, +971 800 637227.
88 locals recommend
La Mer Beach
88 locals recommend
La Mer: Dubai’ s newest beachside destination has a lot to offer. From exceptional restaurants and cafes, standout boutiques to shop at and an outdoor trampoline park for little ones, it’s easy to spend the entire day here. Choose from the North Beach or South Beach, which each have colourful shower cabins adding to the seafresh theme of the precinct. There are plenty of watersports to try too, including wakeboarding, flyboarding and kayaking. Jumeirah 1, +971 800 637227.
Black Palace Beach: Known as Black Palace Beach thanks to its locations next to one of Dubai’s royal residences, this drive-up spot may be hard to find, but it offers the calmest waters and most stunning sunsets in the city. Follow the pathway to discover an untouched shoreline, featuring views of Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab in the distance. While there are no facilities at this beach, it’s a great place to escape the bustle of the city. Al Sufouh, just off King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, +971 800 900.
6 locals recommend
Black palace beach
6 locals recommend
Black Palace Beach: Known as Black Palace Beach thanks to its locations next to one of Dubai’s royal residences, this drive-up spot may be hard to find, but it offers the calmest waters and most stunning sunsets in the city. Follow the pathway to discover an untouched shoreline, featuring views of Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab in the distance. While there are no facilities at this beach, it’s a great place to escape the bustle of the city. Al Sufouh, just off King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, +971 800 900.