Date night: The most romantic bars in Dubai
For drinks in Dubai with your significant other, here’s where to head
Whether you’re looking for lofty rooftops, chilled-out drinking dens or all-out opulence, Dubai’s bar scene is unrivaled. Here are 15 of the most romantic bars in Dubai for every kind of couple.
Alma Bar
With its red velvets, soft lighting and cosy corners, Alma Bar has all the makings of a date night bar. Adjacent to Sucre in DIFC’s Gate Village, it’s as much about music and connection as it is about cocktails. Come for an after-work aperitivo to catch a more relaxed vibe, or book a table later in the evening, when live DJ sets dial up the energy.
Where: Gate Village, DIFC
Visit: @almabardubai
Attiko
A rooftop bar with seriously wow-worthy views, sleek hotspot Attiko boasts stretching views of the city skyline. We love the modern decor inside, but it’s all about tables on the terrace when the weather permits. Spend the evening with 180-degree views of the purple-hued sunset, alongside the tunes from the resident DJ.
Where: W Dubai – Mina Seyahi
Book: @attikodubai
Bar Buci
At Bar Buci, discover an elegant Parisian-inspired cocktail bar with a vintage jazz vibe. Inspired by Rue de Buci that lies in the heart of Paris Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Bar Buci boasts stunning interiors with a sophisticated vibe, and a large outdoor terrace overlooking Burj Al Arab and the Arabian Gulf.
Where: Jumeirah Al Qasr
Book:@barbucidubai
Caña Beach
A circular beach bar that perfectly frames Ain Dubai, date nights with your toes in the sand don’t come much better than at Caña Beach. The perfect spot for sundowners, cosy up on one of the bean bags or snuggle into one of the sofas and drink in the golden hour magic.
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, JBR
Book: @tamokadubai
High Society
Sitting pretty on the top of The Lana, Dorchester Collection, High Society boasts some of the most enigmatic skyline views of Downtown, its infinity pool seemingly melding into the Burj Khalifa and its surrounding skyscrapers. This is a sophisticated spot to glam up for, pairing craft cocktails like the lemon drop martini and classic Negronis with elegant bites.
Where: The Lana, Dorchester Collection
Book: @highsocietyatthelana
Honeycomb HI-FI
Calling all music lovers, this multi-award-winning, izakaya-inspired listening bar is where the cool crowd go for date night – and for good reason. This stylish hole-in-the-wall is perfect for a romantic and intimate date night drink spot. Guests will have the chance to browse through their record selection, be involved in listening sessions, and try their gorgeous cocktail menu.
Where: Pullman Dubai Downtown, Business Bay
Book:@honeycombhifi
Jass Lounge
Forgoing the usual Dubai mantra that bigger is better, Jass Lounge has seating for roughly 40, but even that many seats feels like a squeeze. It’s an intimate, cosy spot for a romantic date night with excellent cocktails and a roster of live music acts ranging from soulful jazz classics to Latin jazz and even jazz tunes with Oud.
Where: Gate District 2, DIFC
Book: @jasslounge
Jetty Lounge
Jetty Lounge is one of those fail-safe Dubai date night spots. Known for Mediterranean bites, chic cocktails and an all-round classy vibe, you’ll approach the beach spot through lush greenery, taking you through the One&Only Royal Mirage resort. A DJ is on hand to set the scene with chilled-out tunes as you marvel at the views.
Where: One&Only Royal Mirage, Al Sufouh
Book: @jettylounge
La Camera by TOTÓ
Looking for date night with a difference? La Camera by TOTÓ is a fun-loving, speakeasy-style bar tucked inside the Downtown restaurant, TOTÓ. Pairing Italian mixology with a soulful roster of live musical acts, this cosy spot transports you back in time with its retro feel and understated glamour.
Where: Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection, Downtown
Book: @lacamerabytoto
Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge
If you’re looking for a boho chic spot to go to with your special person, then Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge is the spot for you. You’ll find Laguna Lounge on the sands of Sofitel Dubai The Palm, bringing breezy Cyclades vibes to the city. Seating is split between high tables and low-lying lounge seating, all surrounding an ageing olive tree and a DJ booth that spins at the edge of the terrace.
Where: Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
Book: @lagunabeachdubai
NOEPE
This stunning spot by the Dubai Creek is one of Dubai’s sunset bars. It’s got that instant on-holiday vibe, thanks to its whitewashed colour scheme with nautical interiors, and its location perched on the edge of the marina. As the sun sets, the palm trees light up with twinkly lights, and cosy sofas around the fire pit serve as the ultimate date-night location.
Where: Park Hyatt Dubai
Book:@noepedxb
Onda by Pierchic
On the instantly recognisable pier of Pierchic sits Onda, a chic platform suspended above the rolling waves, offering scenic Arabian Gulf views. Elevated seating is wrapped around the circular platform with a bar sitting centrally, along with a DJ booth, which sets the vibe. Here you can indulge in bubbles, spritz and bellinis as well as oysters, caviar and more.
Where: Jumeirah Al Qasr
Book: @pierchicdubai
Rose Bar
Tucked inside the Delano Dubai, Rose Bar is a reimagining of Miami’s once-iconic drinking den, where some of the biggest names in showbusiness would regularly frequent. The Dubai iteration might not be as star-studded, but it’s no less impressive, an intimate, red-hued space with a sultry feel and an excellent drinks list.
Where: Delano Dubai
Book: @rosebardubai
Shimmers
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An institution on Dubai’s sundowner scene, Shimmers brings Mykonian vibes to the beachfront of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. We love its whitewashed aesthetic and masterful menu of Mediterranean-Greek eats, but the lounge on the beach is where to head for a toes-in-the-sand date night of drinks with a view.
Where: Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
Book: @shimmersdubai
Zeta Seventy Seven
There is nowhere better to grab a cocktail and enjoy a delicious meal, all while wistfully gazing out into the skyline than at Address Beach Resort’s Zeta Seventy Seven. Situated atop the ultimate beach address overlooking the incredible Ain Dubai and adjacent to one of the world’s tallest outdoor infinity pools, Zeta Seventy Seven, offers a carefully crafted contemporary Asian menu with some incredible cocktails to match.
Where: Address Beach Resort, JBR
Book: @zetaseventyseven
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