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,…
Must-see nightlife in Dubai
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
With its cocoa, cognac and cream colour scheme, this lounge for grown-ups is as smooth and retro as a brandy Alexander. Stake out some turf at the…
Downtown Dubai
A laid-back poolside vibe combines with urban sophistication and stellar views of the Burj Khalifa at this al fresco restaurant and terrace lounge. A DJ…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
This massive club has something for everyone: a huge dance floor, a cabana-lined terrace for shisha and chilling, and a lounge for restoring energies with…
Deira
Illuminated blue flooring, black-leather sofas and sleek chrome finishing lend an edgy look to this sports-and-martini bar. If you’re not into sports – or…
Downtown Dubai
Finding this neon-lit Japanese bar, hidden speakeasy-style behind a bookcase off the lobby of the Dusit Thani Hotel, requires a clear head, which you may…
Dubai
Facing a shallow pond, Nar is a popular cool-kid hangout in the cooler months. Aside from a large shisha selection, it makes some mean mocktails that go…
Dubai
Although Sho Cho is primarily a Japanese restaurant, it's the heady lure of the cool Gulf breezes and potent cocktails on the laid-back terrace that…
Bur Dubai
Sip a martini at this dimly lit, stylish cocktail bar and enjoy some smooth live jazz by the resident singer and pianist every night except Sunday, from 9…
