Deira
This airport-adjacent Irish pub staple has eight beers on tap, better-than-average pub grub (especially the chicken curry) and an appropriate blarney…
Must-see nightlife in United Arab Emirates
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
A moodily lit atmospheric bar which attracts an eclectic crowd here for the nightly happy hour (5pm to 8pm) or the packed-out ladies' night (Tuesday) with…
Al Ain
Al Ain's most fun place to hang out for a few drinks, McGettigan's is the prime spot to catch sports on the big screen. It's also known for its bevy of…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Home of the self-indulgent Queen's Night with free-flowing sparkling rosé, tasty light bites and hand-crafted cocktails, the Observatory also scores with…
Bur Dubai
The Majestic's latest cool place to hang out, this Cuban-themed bar with its leather sofas and wood-panelling has the cigars, the rum and the background…
Al Ain
Sip exotic rum concoctions while taking in the trippy tiki decor and enjoying a wide choice of tasty bar snacks at this happening spot at the Al Ain…
Al Zahiyah & Al Maryah Island
The rooftop bar at the Rosewood hotel is one of our top choices for a chilled-out night. Lounge with friends while drinking wine and taking in Abu Dhabi's…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
If there are celebs in town, they'll show up at Buddha Bar to enjoy superbly handcrafted cocktails surrounded by a dramatic Asian-inspired interior decked…
Dubai
At this ultra-posh party den, a well-heeled eye-candy crowd lolls on curved floral banquettes beneath an LED ceiling pulsating to a diverse beat bank,…
Yas Island
This second branch of the Belgian Café, within the Radisson Blu Hotel, is a chilled-out spot for beer fans. Belgium's best brews are all available on tap…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Wriggle your toes in the sand while puffing on a shisha, nibbling on mezze or sipping an exotic mocktail in this chic and trendy spot. Prices are bit…
Downtown Dubai
This b-i-g next-gen nightclub holds forth under open skies in the Dubai Design District and can host up 5000 people for concerts and parties. Expect a top…
Deira
A resident DJ spins funky tunes at this windowless, tattoo-themed pick-up joint with secluded nooks that are made even more private with plush draperies…
Ras Al Khaimah
Chill with a coffee, cocktail or mocktail at this quintessential beach bar, where you can wriggle your toes in the sand and count the number of crashing…
Al Zahiyah & Al Maryah Island
Beer fans unite. This comfy bar – all dark wood, traditional interior inside and plentiful outdoor seating – in the Beach Rotana Hotel, is where you go to…
Bur Dubai
The social hub of the local Indian community, this vast space is an explosion of colour and good cheer. There are live bands, screened Bollywood movies,…
Abu Dhabi
A solid boozer with a slightly cavernous feel, good pub-grub and well-priced cocktails. All the main sporting events are played and there's usually a band…
Downtown Dubai
You’ll feel quite Piccadilly at this boozy bi-level pub that’s decked out in a London transport theme. Drinks promotions, English Premier League football…
Ras Al Khaimah
A panoramic spot to cocoon with cocktails and shisha and watch the sun sink into the sea. After dark, a DJ spins into action. The bar is on the 9th-floor…
Sheikh Zayed Mosque Area
The beachfront bar of the Shangri La Hotel is a relaxed place to shrug off the big city and relax with a shisha while drinking a cocktail, mocktail or…
Abu Dhabi
Quaff wine (glass from Dhs40) or a classic whisky sour (cocktails Dhs50 to Dhs65) and watch the city slowly pass by at this revolving lounge. It's a plush…
Abu Dhabi
With a beautiful vista, comfortable armchairs and sophisticated tipples (cocktails Dhs55 to Dhs65), this is a delightful place to watch the sun go down…
Al Bateen & Al Mushrif
You want sports? Velocity gives you sports – on over a dozen screens. You seriously won't miss a play. Come here Thursday between 4pm and 7pm for pints at…
Al Zahiyah & Al Maryah Island
A bright, modern bar with all the big screens you need to watch a game and a friendly atmosphere.Tuesday is quiz night if you feel like being social.
Dubai
Signature cocktails at this gold-dipped bar on the 27th floor of the Burj Al Arab are crafted with local lore or landmarks in mind and often feature…
Navona Restaurant & Coffeeshop
Abu Dhabi
After a dusty morning slipping in and out of aisles of merchandise, haggling with stall-holders and photographing life along the harbour, you may fancy…
Abu Dhabi
It's all about the shisha (Dhs51) at this cafe, snaffled down a side street behind the Rotana Mall. Order up a mocktail or Moroccan tea and then choose…
Abu Dhabi
This small cafe in Urban Park has an outside terrace looking on to the park's fountains – a decent spot for a late-night coffee and chat with friends…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Great tunes and expertly mixed cocktails have seen this place gallop to the front of Dubai’s crowded going-out scene. More popular for its sake and craft…
Downtown Dubai
Black limos jostle for position outside this over-the-top lair where you can sip Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli's vodka-based cocktails and dine…
Dubai
Dubai meets Malibu at Bait Al Bahar, a beach house with hipster restaurant-lounges on each of its three floors. In the middle, Mazology is the place to…
Dubai
High on the glam-o-meter, Boudoir has been around the block once or twice but still pulls in beautiful punters with nights dedicated to hip-hop and R&B…
Downtown Dubai
This Cannes original burst onto the Dubai clubbing scene in 2018 and is famed for its themed nights and dress-to-impress atmosphere. Laser lighting, live…
Bur Dubai
This quintessential British pub comes with the requisite dartboard, pool table, cheap beer and several sports' screens. Ladies night is Tuesday, cocktail…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Mingle with the after-work business brigade beside the pool at this al fresco chill zone on the 8th floor of the Media One Hotel. Expect a fashionable…
Deira
Appropriately named with its wood panelling, Jack Daniels prints and several ales on tap, this pub is popular with resident expats and several of the…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Part rock pub, part retro club, with an old-school arcade thrown in for good measure, this nightspot draws a fun, unpretentious crowd. The pub has live…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
You'd half expect Bogie or at least Don Draper to belly up to the bar of this old-school but timeless lounge with its dark-wood flooring and cream…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
On the 8th floor of the Radisson, this is a fab spot for kicking off a long night of partying with sundowners against the backdrop of the forest of…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Reclining on beaded cushions and thick carpets and puffing on a shisha will make you feel as if you're in the majlis (reception room) of a local home,…
