These Madinat Jumeirah Restaurants Will Take You to Culinary Heaven
We love a good souk, no doubt about it! These local markets selling everything from gold to spices really capture the essence of what it’s like to be in Dubai.
And speaking of souks, there’s one that you need to visit, especially if you’re a foodie like me. Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a dream with its vibrant dining and shopping scene whilst overlooking the iconic Burj Al Arab.
Now if you’re here for the food, well, we got you covered with this list of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants.
Trader Vic’s Madinat
Website: https://tradervicsmadinat.com/
Address: Store No. 143 – Souk Madinat Jumeirah – Jumeirah District – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 368 6559
Operating hours:
- 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM from Monday to Thursday
- 12:00 PM to 2:30 AM from Friday to Saturday
Price:
- Approx. AED 400 for two people
If you can’t decide which cuisine you’re craving, go to Trader Vic’s and they’ll get that sorted for you. It’s no wonder why it’s one of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants in town.
Trader Vic’s caters to every taste and preference with its international menu that has its roots in the Original Mai Tai style of cooking.
The menu here is extensive, but we’ll make things a little easier for you with some recommendations. We love their five spice crispy duck, Calcutta curry and Mongolian beef.
Pro tip:
If you loved the food at Trader Vic’s, come back for the Mai Tai brunch every first and last Saturday of the month.
Trattoria
Website: https://linktr.ee/trattoriadubai
Address: Suok Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 800 323 232
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 490 for two people
Trattoria is your classic Italian restaurant and undoubtedly one of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants for three reasons – it’s rustic, it has al fresco dining by the water and its food is as good as it gets.
Walking into Trattoria feels like being transported to Lake Como with its chic interiors and beautiful outdoor dining area right near the water.
But once you open the menu, you’ll instantly know that you’re in for a treat. After all, Italians really know how to enjoy a feast!
Of course, you need to order some pasta with the gnocchi di patate con gorgonzola e tartufo as our favorite.
And what’s an Italian meal without eggplant parmigiana or costoletta alla milanese? Order that with a classic margherita or trattoria pizza and lunch or dinner is sorted.
Pro tip:
Visit Trattoria every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for their wine and cheese event called Vino e Formaggio. For AED 145 per person, you get a choice of three types of wine and cheese and five types of wine and cheese for AED 195 per person.
Ushna Dubai
Website: https://ushna.ae/ushna-dubai/
Address: Shop No. 21 – Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Al Sufouh 1 – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 368 6506
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 365 for two people
Craving for authentic Indian food? Usha tops the list of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants serving this cuisine.
A combination of contemporary interiors and classic flavors make us go back to this restaurant whenever we love to eat good Indian food.
After all, the word ushna means “warmth” in Hindi, and the restaurant really lives up to its name of bringing a sense of warmth to its guests through food.
No wonder Ushna has become a household name in Dubai. Their lamb curry, butter chicken and Chicken 65 are to die for! You also need to try their diverse selection of street chaats.
Of course, you have all the classic sides and breads that you can find in Indian cuisine including roti, naan, rice and dahl makhni.
Pro tip:
Here’s a secret: Ushna’s beverage menu is as good as its food menu. Check out their signature cocktails including the famous Delhi mule and Indian old fashion.
Al Makan Restaurant
Website: https://almakanrestaurant.com/
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 580 2464
Operating hours:
- 9:30 AM to 2:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 195 for two people
When it comes to good Lebanese food with a view, Al Makan is one of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants for that.
In fact, you can close your eyes while eating their food and feel like you’re in the middle of bustling Beirut. But when you open your eyes, you’re reminded that you’re in Dubai, thanks to that iconic view of Burj Al Arab.
And the menu here is nothing short of a feast with our favorites like the shish tawook with zaatar, arayes kafta and lamb chops. Can’t decide? Order the classic mixed grill!
Pro tip:
Complete that Middle Eastern experience with a shisha session after your meal. Al Makan has a wide selection of flavors. But if you’re a first timer, we recommend the rose al fakher, apple al fakher and mint al fakher.
Taverna Greek Kitchen
Website: https://www.tavernagreek.ae/
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeriah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 589 5665
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 350 for two people
Taverna Greek Kitchen is one of those Madinat Jumeirah restaurants that make you feel fancy with its chic interiors and at home with its rustic Mediterranean flavors.
As they say, “come as guests, leave as family,” and that’s exactly the experience that this Greek restaurant offers.
And this isn’t just any restaurant claiming to offer good Greek food because everything – and we mean everything including the water – that’s served here is sourced from Greece.
They have fresh seafood prepared to your liking and classic dishes made using the best ingredients from the Mediterranean.
It’s hard to choose a favorite dish at Taverna, but we’re partial to their grilled octopus and calamari.
And you get to enjoy this food indoors or al fresco where you’ll have a beautiful view of Burj Al Arab.
Pro tip:
Because of its popularity, Taverna is constantly booked. So, if you want to secure a seat during lunch or dinner, make sure to book at least a month in advance.
The Noodle House
Website: https://linktr.ee/thenoodlehouse
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeriah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 800 323 232
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 260 for two people
If the name doesn’t give it away, The Noodle House is the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurant for classic comfort Asian dishes, especially Chinese cuisine.
It may be tucked away in Souk Madinat Jumeirah, but once you discover The Noodle House, you’ll never forget it.
We especially love the diverse selection of dishes that come from different Asian cities. Craving for some Japanese food? They have yakitori and kushiyaki!
Craving for dim sum? They have an entire section on the menu for that. Hungry for a good old bowl of noodles? This restaurant isn’t called The Noodle House for nothing!
Of course, you can’t have Asian food without some rice – unlimited Jasmine rice, that is – together with some classic mains. We love their organic chicken and Thailand shrimps!
Pro tip:
Are you picky with your noodles? The Noodle House actually gives you the option to customize your bowl of noodles.
Start with the choice between a wet and wok noodle. Then you can move on to the different steps that will end with your perfect bowl of noodles.
Belgian Beer Cafe
Website: https://belgianbeercafejumeirah.com/
Address: Shop No. 16 – 2nd Floor – Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 447 0227
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM from Sunday to Thursday
- 12:00 PM to 3:00 AM from Friday to Saturday
Price:
- Approx. AED 300 for two people
The Belgian Beer Cafe is everything that its name says – good beer, good food and good ambiance – making it one of the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurants to visit if you’re after a great time.
This cafe gives you the feel of a vintage bistro from the inside and it boasts of two outdoor terraces with sweeping views of Atlantis the Palm, Burjk Al Arab and the entire Madinat Jumeirah.
The menu here consists of classic Belgian comfort fare with favorites like steak tartare, grilled half Canadian lobster, crispy skin salmon fillet and BBQ pork ribs.
Pro tip:
Get the authentic Belgian experience with a special Moules Frites event every Tuesday from 12:00 PM until closing. Here, you can enjoy delicious Belgian fries and one kilogram of mussels for only AED 119.
SushiYaki
Website: https://www.sushiyaki.ae/
Address: Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 451 9170
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM daily
Price:
- Approx. AED 495 for two people
From its name, SushiYaki is the best Madinat Jumeirah restaurant to satisfy your Japanese food cravings, especially sushi and yakitori.
But before you think that this is just one of those typical sushi places, we’ll tell you that SushiYaki will take you to Japan in a heartbeat through your palate.
Before going to the highlight of your meal, try their crab avocado salad to awaken your palate. Then, you can go for the different types of sushis, makis and nigiris.
The yakitori grill is also a hit with favorites like the black cod, chicken weings and wagyu beef.
Pro tip:
Aside from its excellent food, it’s the unique dining experience that makes diners come back to SushiYaki. The secret is the concept of Ikigai, which you can learn here.
Shishka Restaurant
Website: https://shishkarestaurant.com/
Address: Shop No. 23 – Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 577 6668
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM from Sunday to Thursday
- 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM from Friday to Saturday
Price:
- Approx. AED 495 for two people
Shishka is one of those special Madinat Jumeirah restaurants that surprise you with a unique combination of food and ambiance.
Have you ever heard of Middle Eastern and Russian cuisines in one place? You’ll experience that at Shishka.
This restaurant is for a fancy sit down dinner with a date or with family. You’ll be welcomed with sophisticated interiors that will instantly make you feel like a VIP.
And the food here is bursting with flavors with each dish incorporating beautiful Arabic ingredients and traditional Russian cooking methods.
We especially love their borsch with lobster, filet de mignon, Siberian ravioli and chanterelles melange chicken.
Pro tip:
Are you taking the kids to dinner? Don’t worry because Shishka has a special kids menu that includes mini pizzas, chicken nuggets and cheese wheel ABC pasta.
The Meat Co. Dubai
Website: https://www.themeatco.com/location/dubai-souk-madinat-jumeirah/
Address: Jumeirah Promenade Area – Souk Madinat Jumeirah – King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Contact details: +971 4 368 6040
Operating hours:
- 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM from Sunday to Wednesday
- 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM from Thursday to Saturday
Price:
- Approx. AED 500 for two people
If we had to choose one place from all of those Madinat Jumeirah restaurants that offer good steak, it has to be The Meat Co.
As you settle in the restaurant, you’ll be greeted with a cozy and comfortable ambiance that sets the mood for a great meal.
And let’s not even get started on the menu with all of the premium meats that you can dream of.
But if you’re a seafood lover, you’ll also love their Maine grilled lobster, grilled giant prawn and salmon fillet.
Of course, you can’t have meat without some sides and The Meat Co. has a huge selection of side dishes to complement your mains.
Pro tip:
If you’re going to The Meat Co. for a dinner date, make sure to book a table at the outdoor dining area with the most spectacular views of the Burj Al Arab all lit up at night.