These Al Seef Restaurants Satisfied Our Cravings
When hunger strikes, you can’t do anything but give in to it, even if you’re in the middle of exploring the massive Al Seef development by the Dubai Creek.
How do we know? Simple – because it happened to us and little did we know that there’s a LOT of Al Seef restaurants offering everything from burgers to kebabs.
And since we don’t want you to get overwhelmed like us, of course, we did our homework and created this list of where you should go to satisfy your cravings while in Al Seef.
Chokhi Dhani Restaurant
Website: https://www.chokhidhani.ae/
Address: Al Seef Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 323 2425
Operating hours:
- 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM fromMonday to Thursday
- 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM from Friday to Sunday
Price:
- Approx. AED 200 for two people
Chokhi Dhani claims to be the best Al Seef restaurant when it comes to Indian food – and we might just agree.
In fact, we’re talking about more than just eating good food here because every detail of this restaurant contributes to your culinary experience – from the Rajasthan interiors to the rich aromas of Indian spices.
Chokhi Dhani celebrates the royal cuisine of Rajasthan, so you can expect a feast fit for royals when you dine here.
Oh, we can’t get over their tawa chicken, butter chicken and the special jodhpuri chunky soya kaabuili pulao rice dish.
Pro tip:
Are you vegetarian? You’d be glad to know that Chokhi Dhani has a special vegetarian menu filled with healthier versions of their classic meat dishes.
Al Fanar Seafood Market
Website: https://www.alfanarrestaurant.com/al-seef-dubai
Address: Al Seef Street – Al Hamriya – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 396 6669
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Price:
- Approx. AED 225 for two people
If there’s one Al Seef restaurant that we got recommended the most, it has to be Al Fanar Seafood Market – and it’s easy to know why.
Its branch in Al Seef feels like it’s been there for hundreds of years, even if it’s one of the newest Al Fanar restaurants to open in Dubai.
What makes this one unique is its focus on fresh local seafood that’s cooked using age-old methods and served like how it was back in the old days.
We can’t forget their king fish biryani, mutton stew and grilled sea bream. Ah, and that sizzling dates pudding that sent us right to dessert heaven.
In case you’re wondering, the name Al Fanar is inspired by the famous Emirati lantern that symbolizes the rich culture of the region.
Pro tip:
If you’re dining for breakfast – or you just want breakfast food for lunch – ask for the “Build Your Breakfast Tray” option where you get to choose two main courses, six sides and two types of bread for the best Emirati breakfast of your life.
Mogiya Authentic Japanese Restaurant
Website: https://mogiyadubai.com/
Address: Al Seef Street – Umm Hurair 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 58 594 5976
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 165 for two people
We all crave Japanese food at some point, don’t we? Good thing, there’s Mogiya, one of the best Al Seef restaurants serving authentic Japanese fare.
The goal of this restaurant is simple: feed you with the best Japanese food in a relaxed setting, so you’ll feel right at home.
The moment you step inside Mogiya, you’re transported to Japan with its modern minimalist interiors and Japanese details.
But the real highlight of this restaurant is its excellent quality food. You have everything from sushi to ramen and even wagyu beef if you want to treat yourself.
Pro tip:
Feeling extra hungry? Try Mogiya’s unlimited bbq or hotpot where you get to enjoy unlimited servings of the best meats, seafood and sides.
Skafos
Website: https://skafos.business.site/
Address: Canopy by Hilton Dubai – Al Seef Street – Umm Hurair – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 58 200 5850
Operating hours:
- 6:30 AM to 1:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 200 for two people
If you’re staying at Canopy by Hilton Dubai, you can’t miss dining at Skafos, one of the best Al Seef restaurants when it comes to Mediterranean food.
What makes Skafos extra special is its location. As you dine, you’re right by the banks of the Dubai Creek that offers such a relaxing ambiance.
But let’s not forget about the restaurant’s menu that combines traditional Greek, Spanish and Italian dishes created using the best ingredients available.
You can’t miss trying their seafood paella, grilled Angus beef fillet and whole oven baked sea bass that’s cooked to perfection.
Pro tip:
Do you want to try shisha after your meal? Skafos has a special shisha menu with classic, premium and exclusive flavors available.
JA Bateaux Dubai
Website: https://travcotravel.ae/tour.aspx?id=218
Address: Al Seef Street – Bur Dubai – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 336 6768
Operating hours:
- 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM daily
Price:
- AED 415 per person
JA Bateaux is perhaps the most unique Al Seef restaurant on this list for one reason – you don’t dine in a regular restaurant but on a cruise.
Yes, you read that right. When you book lunch or dinner at Bateaux, you’ll be taken on a cruise around the majestic Dubai Creek while you enjoy delicious gourmet food.
And this isn’t your typical cruise because you’re on an air-conditioned, glass enclosed vessel that allows you to admire the structures around the creek without enduring the Dubai heat.
Pro tip:
The JA Bateaux is always packed, especially during peak season. So, if you want to try this experience, make sure that you book your slot at least a few months before your trip to Dubai.
Doors Freestyle Grill
Website: https://www.doorsdubai.com/en/
Address: 314 Al Seef Street – Bur Dubai – Umm Hurair 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 526 0858
Operating hours:
- 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM from Sunday to Tuesday
- 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM from Wednesday to Thursday
- 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM from Friday to Saturday
Price:
- Approx. AED 540 for two people
Doors Freestyle Grill is undoubtedly one of the best fine dining Al Seef restaurants created by the famous Chef Kemal Ceylan.
If you’re a meat lover, you’ll have a grand time at this restaurant with its wide selection of premium cut meats and seafood that’s grilled to perfection every single time.
But before you dig in, you can’t help but appreciate the chic interiors of this restaurant, although you’d want to dine al fresco to see the Dubai Creek.
And if you’re ready to feast, we recommend some of Doors’ signature dishes including the famouse beef butterfall steak, salted baked sea bass, wagyu beef tail and beef kaymak.
Pro tip:
You might be surprised at how huge the servings are for dishes at Doors. So, if you don’t want to waste food, make sure to ask for portion sizes when ordering from the menu.
Sabaa Restaurant
Website: https://sabaa-restaurant.business.site/
Address: Al Seef Heritage Hotel – Al Seef Street – Umm Hurair 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 58 200 5850
Operating hours:
- 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 270 for two people
When it comes to the best Al Seef restaurants, Sabaa is a no-brainer choice, especially for breakfast.
Located at the beautiful Al Seef Heritage hotel, this restaurant is simple yet stunning withits white walls and wood furniture.
It starts bright and early serving authentic homecooked Arabic dishes with some international influences that’s packed with colors and flavors.
If you’re a guest at the hotel, you have the privilege of ordering food from the restaurant through room service.
What separates Sabaa from other Emirati restaurants in the area is that it celebrates what’s deemed to be the lesser known flavors of the Arabian region.
Pro tip:
If you’re looking for a place to call your home while vacationing in Dubai, choose the Al Seef Heritage hotel to enjoy world class amenities including the Sabaa restaurant.
961LB
Address: Umm Hurair 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 58 896 1961
Operating hours:
- 8:00 AM to 3:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 120 for two people
If you want to be where the Al Seef’s IT crowd is, go to 961LB, a Lebanese bar and bistro that’s touted as one of the best Al Seef restaurants.
The restaurant stands out as a modern structure in the middle of Al Seef and its food offers the same contemporary dining experience.
Here, you get to feast on a combination of Lebanese and Mediterrenan cuisines that you won’t mind spending on.
We especially love their grilled octopus, chicken skewers in yogurt and paprika, and mussels pot.
Of course, 961LB also has a specially curated menu of handcrafted beverages for those after dinner drinking sessions over great conversations.
Pro tip:
If you’re just coming in for some snacks, we recommend their delicious lamb burger or pulled beef brisket sandwich.
Kailash Parbat Al Seef
Website: https://alseef.ae/en/dine/kailash-parbat
Address: Al Seef Street – Umm Hurair 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 349 2770
Operating hours:
- 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Price:
- Approx. AED 140 for two people
We know some of you here are vegetarian, so of course, we can’t make this list of the best Al Seef restaurants without including probably the best vegetarian seafood in the area – Kailash Parbat.
While the restaurant is simple and unpretentious, it doesn’t hold back when it comes to flavors. In fact, your taste buds will be treated with rich Indian flavors in dishes that won’t even make you miss meat.
Here’s a warning: that menu is extensive (we counted at 15 pages). So, if you’re the type to get easily overwhelmed, we recommend that you go for the chole bhature, which has been on the menu since 1952.
Pro tip:
If you’re driving your own car to Kailash Parbat, you can park at the Canopy by Hilton hotel near the restaurant.
Sul Fiume
Website: https://alseef.ae/en/dine/sul-fiume-restaurant
Address: Al Seef Street – Umm Hurair – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 342 0100
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 235 for two people
Have you ever heard of Lebanese-Italian cuisine? Well, you’ll soon find out if you dine at one of the best Al Seef restaurants that serves exactly that.
Sul Fiume means “on the river” in Italian. And we know what you’re thinking that the restaurant is not by the river but the Dubai Creek, but you know the gist.
Names aside, Sul Fiume is one of the most unique restaurants in Dubai combining Lebanese and Italian cuisines to give you food that’s comforting, delicious and absolutely addicting.
Whether you popi in for breakfast or end your day in Al Seef with a sumptuous dinner, Sul Fiume delivers on every corner. After all, it’s not everyday that you see risotto, manakesh and pizza in one menu.
Pro tip:
When making a reservation, choose the restaurant’s outdoor terrace if you’re dining during the winter since this gives you the best views of the Dubai Creek.