Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) stands as one of Dubai’s premier tourist destinations. Nestled between the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina, this vibrant strip is home to some of the city’s most coveted real estate, complemented by a wealth of amenities and lifestyle offerings. Unsurprisingly, JBR also presents an impressive culinary scene, featuring some of the finest restaurants in the district across a diverse range of cuisines. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, this dynamic neighbourhood has firmly established itself as a must-visit for food enthusiasts. Read on to discover the best restaurants JBR has to offer.
Zeta Seventy Seven
An Asian fusion restaurant located in the iconic Address Beach Resort, Zeta Seventy Seven is, as you might have guessed, situated on the 77th floor, thus offering awe-inspiring views of the surrounding Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina. While the restaurant is open by day, the views are best experienced at night when the city truly comes alive.
The restaurant itself showcases a range of Asian cuisines, further complemented by some sophisticated international dishes. A comprehensive seafood menu serves as an ode to Japanese fare, while the main menu boasts exemplary East Asian eats through classics such as the delectable Miso Lobster.
With views as good as the food it serves, Zeta Seventy Seven safely earns its place on any list of JBR’s best restaurants.
Rosa’s Thai Dubai
Located in the centre of The Walk, JBR, Rosa’s Thai is the ultimate fairytale success story. The restaurant has grown from its humble beginnings as a street stall in Brick Lane in London’s East End, to one of Dubai’s favourite Thai restaurants.
Customers can enjoy a range of traditional curries and pad thais in one of the most picturesque surroundings in the city, with exquisite views of the Ain Dubai framed in the background. Blending traditional Bangkok culinary charm with modern tastes, Rosa’s Thai brings a wealth of culinary experience to the table; its owners Saiphin and Alex have even been featured in The Times and the Evening Standard, in addition to Time Out magazine, which should give you a better idea of the level of cuisine on offer.
With produce directly sourced from Thailand, the menu is a love letter to Siamese culture, positioning Rosa’s Thai as a must-visit food haven if you happen to be in and around JBR.
Hurricane’s Grill Dubai
Classic Australian steak comes to JBR in the form of Hurricane’s Grill, famed for its abundance of flame-grilled options and signature rib sauce.
Located at The Beach, JBR, this carnivore’s cavern of dreams aims to serve you the best quality steaks and ribs in town, while also presenting visitors with a fine selection of lamb, poultry and seafood plates. Highlights of the menu include the full rack of beef ribs, basted and grilled to perfection, while the Tomahawk and Wagyu Rib Eye are arguably the pick of the steak options. Furthermore, the burgers demand attention, with the Challenger Burger presenting 300g of prime beef in a creamy mustard and mushroom sauce.
Hurricane’s Grill functions as a haven for the meat lover. Whatever you choose from this sumptuous menu, you surely won’t be disappointed.
Bosporus
Bridging the gap between Eastern and Western cuisine, Bosporus is a sophisticated restaurant which brings the best of Turkish cuisine to JBR.
Ideal for any time of year, the establishment offers both indoor and outdoor seating and presents guests with sweeping views towards Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai and Dubai Harbour. The restaurant also offers a pleasant, laid-back atmosphere, perfect for both family and friends, as well as date nights.
The ‘Appetisers’ and ‘From the Oven’ menus ease visitors in, before tackling the main menu, which boasts Turkish classics such as Kuzu Omuz – a supremely tender and juicy slow-cooked lamb shoulder served with an appealing vegetable sauté. In addition, the Çökertme (beef) Kebab is not to be missed, but the pièce de résistance is arguably the 12-piece Pilav Ustu Kuzu Kafas, a sensational pilav ustu rice covered by a crown of twelve lamb chops. Unforgettable.
Eggspectation
Breakfast lovers rejoice, for this charming JBR eatery showcases some of the most comprehensive morning eats in the entire city.
As you may have deciphered from the name, the restaurant presents a wide range of egg dishes, the highlights of which most certainly include the shakshuka and anything from the dedicated ‘Benedict’ section. The breakfast menu is one of the most difficult to choose from, as it presents guests with some stone-cold classics when it comes to morning food, further evidenced by the range of omelettes and the American-themed options such as the calorie-filled pancakes.
If you manage to get past the breakfast menu without ordering, the restaurant also showcases an expansive all-day menu, with a wide variety of salads, pastas, burgers and grilled options. In a word, this delightful addition to JBR’s restaurant is quite simply, eggcellent.
The MAINE Oyster Bar & Grill Restaurant
This polished restaurant in The DoubleTree by Hilton, JBR, offers something a little different to the usual. With its post-industrial feel, coupled with a range of speciality seafood dishes, the space serves as an ode to retro New England.
A family-style menu presents options for all tastes. The starter menu offers sophisticated choices such as the Lobster Rolls and the Chargrilled Octopus, before progressing into a variety of further options such as the Mussels, Pasta and Steak sections. The “Maines” segment is noticeable for the Whole Maine Lobster, while the Catch of the Day should also be enquired about.
For those who don’t eat meat or fish, there is an abundance of plant-based options available, including Artichoke Pasta Bake and the No-Meat Short Rib, both of which represent delectable choices.
Splendido Bar & Kitchen
As close to an authentic Italian experience as one can hope to find in Dubai, Splendido boasts ultra-chic decor, infused with a laidback Mediterranean ambience. The Tuscan-inspired terrace is a captivating place from which to enjoy an authentic aperitivo, before your journey through the mesmeric menu begins.
With two exceptional menus catering to both lunch and dinner, Splendido presents classics such as the Spaghetti Alla Carbonara – coated in a sublime egg sauce with pork guanciale, pecorino cheese and black pepper – as well as the succulent Cotoletta Alla Milanese, a breaded veal chop with shaved parmesan which functions as a testament to Milan’s rich gastronomic heritage.
Of course, being a high-end Italian restaurant, guests would be remiss not to consider the Pizza menu. A fine range of options include the Tartufo, which comes in a rich black truffle mushroom sauce, while the Prosciutto Di Parma offers a slightly heartier option considering its generous layer of parma ham paired with a healthy dose of tomato san marzano and parmesan.
Given its reputation as a premier tourist destination, JBR offers a wealth of exceptional dining experiences – from world-class steakhouses and refined Mediterranean establishments to a diverse array of international cuisines. This vibrant enclave, just moments from Dubai Marina, leaves little to be desired when it comes to gastronomy. The only challenge is finding the time to explore them all.
