A dreamy escape awaits at French Riviera Beach in Jumeirah Al Qasr

Sponsored: A dreamy spot no matter what time of day you visit… 

If you’re looking for the type of Côte d’Azurian glamour that ticks every single box, look no further than the French Riviera Beach. And no, we aren’t telling you to use the credit card to book a flight ticket to France. All you have to do is head to Jumeirah Al Qasr right here in Dubai. 

The elegant restaurant by renowned Kim Joinié -Maurin set on the pristine beach of Jumeirah Al Qasr boasts endless Arabian Gulf views and as a bonus, you have views of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab.

From the delicious food served with a dash of elegance to the live day-to-night ambience, the stunning beachfront venue oozes that fine southeastern France vibes no matter what time of day you visit. If you want to soak in the sun during the day or enjoy the sunset and cooler evenings, you’re sure to find bliss.

Heading here on the weekend? You’re in for a real treat. There are uplifting ambient beats from the resident DJ and percussionist. Pair this with the wooden branches, rustic ropes, natural colour palette and greenery, just allow yourself to sit back, relax and soak it all in.

Foodies, if we’ve sold you on the vibe, the menu will only solidify your plans. Under the guidance of Kim Joinié-Maurin, expect some signature dishes that will delight your palette. 

If you’re in the mood to share, there’s a lovely seafood platter with oysters, cocktail prawns, king crab, lobster, langoustine and French oysters. Yum!

On the menu, you’ll also find delightful starters to whet your appetite. Start with crudo, with options spanning yellowfin tuna, seabass carpaccio and cured tenderloin beef. For entrees, there’s everyone’s favourite burrata, pizzetta truffle and French scallops with mustard salad and a lemon butter sauce.

Irresistible mains span black truffle rigatoni, a rack of lamb, Australian wagyu beef, Dover sole on the bone, lobster bisque and more. View the entire menu here.

Want a more intimate dining experience with your partner? Book one of the domes on the beach, where you can dine under the stars and enjoy some alone time with your loved one.

It includes a four-set menu with refined French delicacies, and you’ll get a lovely bouquet of flowers to give to your partner. The dining experience runs from 7pm to 10pm and will cost you Dhs3,000 with soft drinks. Want a bottle of champagne to make the night even more special? It will be Dhs3,600.

Want to soak in the Côte d’Azurian with a candlelight dinner? On November 14, an enchanting dinner takes place guaranteed to captivate your senses. Your culinary experience will take place amidst the romance of flickering candlelights backed with the gentle sound of the ocean waves. Your experience begins at 6.30pm and there is a minimum spend of Dhs350 per person.

But as we mentioned, any time is a lovely time to visit French Riviera Beach. If you want to start the day off right, the restaurant serves breakfast daily from 8am to 11am. Lunch and dinner on weekdays begin at 1pm, and on weekends at 12.30pm until 10pm. 

Can’t wait to visit? Make your bookings here.

For more information, you can call the team on 800 323 232 or send an email to restaurants@jumeirah.com

And remember, go dressed in your beach chic best!