Seaside Barasti is the locals’ (especially expat Brits) fave for laid-back sundowners. No need to dress up – you can head straight here after a day at the beach – but don’t come unless you like crowds: at weekends, 4000 or more shiny happy people invade. DJs play indoors, but it’s generally better to sit outside within earshot of the sea. The pub-style food is pretty good and Friday brunch (Dh295, including alcohol) is popular.