Al Fresco Dining Season 2026: Dubai’s Best Outdoor Dining Spots

Bla Bla Dubai – JBR

What: Romantic date nights with Ain Dubai views
Where: Bla Bla Restaurant, JBR
When: Daily, from 12pm

Soak up the breeze and dine under the stars at Bla Bla Dubai. With a globally inspired menu featuring Asian, Italian and BBQ favourites, this chic seaside venue is perfect for intimate dinners and lively evenings alike. Enjoy live music, vibrant vibes and unbeatable waterfront views.

• Price: À la carte
  🌐 blabladubai.ae
  📱 @blabladubai
  📞 +971 4 584 4111 | +971 58 606 3535
  📧 reserve@blabladubai.ae

Ciao Bella – Media One Hotel

What: Italian terrace dining
When: October onwards
Where: Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City

Transport yourself to Italy on Ciao Bella’s charming terrace, “Sicily.” Enjoy authentic Italian dishes, handcrafted cocktails and fine wines in a cosy, romantic setting – perfect for relaxed evenings outdoors.

🌐 mediaonehotel.com
📱 @ciaobelladxb
📞 +971 52 144 7349
📧 ciaobella@mediaonehotel.com

Garden on 8 – Media One Hotel

What: The tent comes off – outdoor season begins
When: From 22 October 2025
Where: Media One Hotel

Garden on 8 reopens its open-air terrace just in time for winter. Expect daily happy hours, bingo nights, quiz evenings and bucket deals from AED 189. It’s the ultimate after-work hangout for drinks, games and casual dining.

• Happy Hour: Daily, 4pm – 8pm

• Bingo: Tuesdays, 8pm – 10pm

• Quiz Night: Wednesdays, 8pm – 10pm

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📱 @gardenon8dxb
📞 +971 52 144 7438
📧 gardenon8@mediaonehotel.com

Larte – Studio One Hotel

What: Italian terrace dining
When: October onwards
Where: Studio One Hotel

Larte’s newly refreshed terrace is the perfect winter hangout. Enjoy contemporary Italian cuisine, classic cocktails and wood-fired pizzas straight from their outdoor oven – all in a relaxed, stylish setting.

🌐 studioonehotel.com
📱 @larte.dubai
📞 +971 4 581 6870
📧 ciao@studioonehotel.com

Qwerty – Media One Hotel

What: Neighbourhood gastrobar terrace
When: October onwards
Where: Media One Hotel

Qwerty brings back its buzzing terrace with frozen margaritas, palomas and DJ beats. Sip cocktails under the stars, enjoy happy hour from AED 39, and discover their refreshed cocktail menu.

Highlights:

• Frozen Margaritas & Palomas: Thu–Sat from 5pm

• Happy Hour: Daily, 4:30pm – 7:30pm

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📱 @qwertydxb
📞 +971 52 144 7348
📧 qwerty@mediaonehotel.com

Uptown Social – Uptown DMCC

What: Pet-friendly outdoor café
When: October onwards
Where: Uptown DMCC

A stylish neighbourhood café where specialty coffee meets gourmet dining. With plush seating and pet-friendly outdoor space, Uptown Social is ideal for relaxed mornings, work catch-ups or sunset coffee dates.

🌐 uptownsocialdubai.com
📱 @uptownsocialdubai
📞 +971 50 272 5729
📧 hello@uptownsocialdubai.com

Mi Amie – Jumeirah Emirates Towers

What: Glamorous rooftop dining & dinner shows
When: October onwards
Where: DIFC

One of Dubai’s most iconic outdoor lounges returns with live dinner shows, ladies’ nights, brunches and sundowners. Expect world-class performances, Miami vibes and unbeatable views of the Museum of the Future.

🌐 jumeirah.com
📱 @miamiedubai
📞 +971 4 330 0000
📧 mi-amie@jumeirah.com

Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah – Outdoor Highlights

Jones the Grocer

What: Sundown Brunch
When: Every Friday, 7pm – 10:30pm (from 10 October)
Where: Palm West Beach

Beachside brunch with live music and Marina views.

• Soft: AED 249

• House: AED 329

• Premium: AED 429

📞 +971 54 998 6162
📧 thepalm@jonesthegrocer.com
📱 @jonesthegrocer

McGettigan’s Factory

What: Peroni x Ferrari Garden
When: Thu–Sun, 5pm – 11pm

A vibrant beer garden with live music, great food and big screens – your new winter hangout.

📞 +971 4 230 0062
📲 WhatsApp +971 54 994 1461

CLAW BBQ

What: Balcony dining with Marina views
When:

• Sun–Thu: 12pm – 2am

• Fri–Sat: 12pm – 3am

All-American dining with cocktails, brunches and unbeatable sunset vibes.

📱 @clawbbqthepalm
📞 +971 42 300 054

Zing Beach & Pool Bar

What: Pool & Beach Day Pass
When: Daily, 10am – 6pm

Relax poolside or beachfront with F&B credit included. Now pet-friendly from 2026.

• Weekdays: AED 200

• Weekends: AED 250

• Kids: from AED 100

📱 @hiltondubaipalm
📞 04 230 0073

Final Word

From beachfront brunches to rooftop dinner shows and pet-friendly cafés, Dubai’s al fresco dining scene is better than ever. Grab a seat outdoors, raise a glass, and soak up the season.