30 of the best happy hour deals in Dubai by neighbourhood

The happiest hour of the day

The name kind of says it all. No matter how your day’s gone, there’s something oddly satisfying about that first sip at sunset. Whether you’ve had a marathon day of meetings or just need a midweek reset, sometimes all you need is a well-earned drink (or five). Here are 30 of the best happy hour deals in Dubai to try this summer.

Downtown & Business Bay

China Tang

China Tang’s Sunsets by the Promenade brings golden hour to the Marasi Bay waterfront, making it an easy spot to unwind after work. Running Monday to Friday from 4pm to 7pm, the happy hour includes special prices on beer, spirits, wine and classic cocktails, with a selection of small plates.

Where: The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection, Business Bay
When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 7pm
Cost: Beer and spirits from Dhs45; wine from Dhs55; cocktails from Dhs58; small plates Dhs68
Contact: (04) 295 7464. @chinatang_dubai

ROKA

This sleek Japanese serves a solid happy hour at the bar. From 4-8pm, Monday to Friday, the bar serves draft beers for Dhs25, wines for Dhs35, plus a tight list of mixed drinks at the same price. There’s also a solid line-up of small plates – think seared salmon sushi, crispy fried chicken and more, all for Dhs35.

Where: The Opus by OMNIYAT Level 1, Business Bay

When: Monday to Friday, from 4pm to 8pm

Cost: Draft beers for Dhs25, wines for Dhs35

Contact: (0)4 439 7171. @rokarestaurant.dxb

DIFC

La Petite Maison (LPM)

Ask anyone who’s lived in Dubai for more than five minutes and they’ll tell you La Petite Maison is one of the city’s favourite restaurants. Tucked into Gate Village, it’s been doing its South of France thing long before that became a trend, and it’s never missed a beat. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm, making it the perfect excuse to settle in for reduced-price drinks and soak up the French Riviera atmosphere.

Where: Gate Village 8, DIFC

When: Monday to Friday, 5pm to 7pm

Contact: (04) 439 0505. @lpmdubai

Sexy Fish

Sexy Fish in DIFC does atmosphere like no one else. Think underwater luxe meets Tokyo after-hours – low-lit, richly detailed interiors, dramatic lighting, and a front-row seat to the Burj Khalifa skyline. Expect creative cocktails like lychee and espresso martinis, a solid list of wine, sake, and spirits, and a solid line-up of bites. Highlights include edamame gyoza, spicy tuna maki, crispy duck bao, and skewers with the right hit of heat.

Where: Sexy Fish, DIFC

When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 7pm

Contact: (0)4 381 9000.  @sexyfishdxb

CLAP

Image: Clap website

CLAP pairs panoramic skyline views with one of the city’s most stylish rooftop settings, making it an easy choice for after-work drinks. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday, with signature cocktails and Japanese bites served in the lounge, whether you’re stopping by for a quick drink or settling in for the evening.

Where: CLAP, DIFC

When: Monday to Friday, 4.30pm to 7.30pm

Cost: Happy hour cocktails and Japanese bites

Contact: @clapdubai

The Guild

The Guild has quickly become one of DIFC’s go-to spots, with everything from a relaxed café to a stylish cocktail bar and grand brasserie all under one roof. Its Gilded Hour runs Monday to Friday from 5pm to 8pm, with cocktails, wine and beers starting from Dhs35. Whether you’re catching up with friends or heading out after work, it’s an easy place to settle in for a drink.

Where: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

When: Monday to Friday, 5pm to 8pm

Cost: Cocktails, wine and beers from Dhs35

Contact: (04) 321 9142. @theguilddubai

Josette

Josette brings a touch of Paris to DIFC, with blush-pink interiors, green velvet seating and plenty of character. Its Santé Happy Hour runs Monday to Friday from 4pm to 7pm, making it a great spot to unwind after work or kick off an evening out. Settle in at the bar, order a few drinks and soak up the lively atmosphere before the dinner crowd rolls in.

Location: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 7pm

Contact: (04) 275 2522 @josettedubai

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Palm Jumeirah

Above Eleven

Above Eleven has become one of Palm Jumeirah’s go-to rooftop bars, with stunning sunsets and skyline views worth arriving early for. Its Nikkei Summer Sunsets happy hour runs daily from 4pm to 7pm, with selected drinks for Dhs40 or any three for Dhs100. Settle in, watch the sun go down and ease into the evening from one of Dubai’s best rooftop spots.

Where: Above Eleven Dubai, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

When: Daily, 4pm to 7pm

Cost: Drinks from Dhs40, three drinks with a sushi bite for Dhs100, and the A11 Moriawase sushi platter for Dhs180

Contact: Tel: (0)4 666 1420 | @abovelevendubai

Esco-Bar

Esco-Bar brings Latin-inspired energy to Palm West Beach, making it a fun spot for sunset drinks before the evening gets going. Happy hour runs daily from 4pm to 8pm, with discounted prices on selected drinks and house beverages, plus 50 per cent off tacos and nachos. Round up a few friends, grab a table and settle in by the beach.

Where: Esco-Bar, Radisson Beach Resort, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah
When: Daily, 4pm to 8pm
Cost: Discounted selected drinks and house beverages, plus 50% off tacos and nachos
Contact: 056 444 7575. @escobardubai

McGettigan’s Factory, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

For a casual bar scene with waterfront views, McGettigan’s Factory ticks all the boxes. Expect happy hour deals on beers, spirits, wines, and cocktails – all starting at Dhs40. It’s a solid spot to unwind, sip, and settle into easygoing vibes.

Where: Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah

When: Sunday to Friday, from opening until 8pm

Cost: Beers, spirits, wines, and cocktails starting at Dhs40

Contact: @mcgettigansfactorythepalm

MYAMI, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

When the sun goes down, MYAMI keeps the pool open for an evening swim with skyline views, happy hour drinks and poolside bites. Running Thursday to Saturday, it’s a good option if you’re looking to cool off after work without committing to a full beach day. Better yet, the Dhs150 entry fee is fully redeemable on food and drinks.

Where: MYAMI, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

When: Thursday to Saturday, 7pm to 10pm

Cost: Dhs150 per person, fully redeemable on food and beverage

Contact: @myamidubai

The MAINE

If your idea of happy hour involves cocktails, The MAINE has you covered. Its Golden Hour offer runs daily across all locations, with a 2-for-1 deal on selected cocktails from 5pm to 9pm. Whether you’re heading there after work or settling in for the evening, it’s an easy way to make those sunset drinks last a little longer.

Where: All The MAINE locations; JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Business Bay

When: Daily from 5pm to 9pm

Cost: 2-for-1 on selected cocktails

Contact: @themainedxb

Dubai Marina & Bluewaters

Attiko

On the 31st floor of W Dubai, Mina Seyahi, Attiko is all about groovy nights and some of the best sunset views in the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Palm Jumeirah, while DJs and live music set the mood. Happy hour runs daily from 6pm to 8pm, with cocktails and wine for Dhs50, plus selected bites from Dhs40.

Where: W Dubai, Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina

When: Daily, 6pm to 8pm

Cost: Cocktails and wine for Dhs50, selected bites from Dhs40

Contact: (0)4 350 9983. @attikodubai

Bar du Port

Waterfront views, a party-ready crowd and serious nightlife credentials – Bar du Port brings together all the right elements for a great night out. Tucked into Dubai Harbour, this stylish spot comes from the team behind some of the city’s most iconic venues. Its BDP Sunsets happy hour runs daily until 8pm, with special prices on spirits, wine, beer and cocktails, making it an easy choice for after-work drinks by the harbour.

Where: Bar du Port, Dubai Harbour

When: Daily from 4pm to 8pm

Cost: Spirits, wine and draught beer from Dhs35, cocktails from Dhs45

Contact: (050) 969 9820 | @barduportdubai

City Social

Jason Atherton’s sleek Dubai outpost brings the star chef’s signature style to the 43rd floor of Grosvenor House, with stunning views over Dubai Marina, Bluewaters and Palm Jumeirah. Its Bubbles at Sunset happy hour runs daily from 6pm to 8pm at the Main Bar, making it the perfect excuse to enjoy a drink as the sun goes down in one of the city’s best skyline settings.

Where: City Social, Grosvenor House Dubai, Dubai Marina

When: Daily, 6pm to 8pm

Cost: Bubbles at Sunset happy hour

Contact: @citysocial_dubai

AMMOS

AMMOS brings a taste of the Greek islands to JBR with its Yamas Time happy hour, inspired by the tradition of gathering over drinks and meze as the sun goes down. Running daily from 5pm to 7pm, the offer includes traditional Greek spirits and a selection of meze, making it an easy excuse to slow down after work or kick off the evening by the beach.

Where: AMMOS, Rixos Premium Dubai, The Walk, JBR
When: Daily, 5pm to 7pm
Cost: Dhs95 per person for traditional spirits and meze
Contact: 052 777 9473. @ammosgreekdubai

The Spaniel Brasserie & Bar

Set on Bluewaters Island overlooking Ain Dubai, The Spaniel Brasserie & Bar is a stylish spot for everything from long lunches to after-work drinks. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm, with selected beverages starting from Dhs35. Grab a table, settle in and make the most of golden hour by the waterfront.

Where: The Spaniel Brasserie & Bar, Bluewaters Island

When: Monday to Friday, 5pm to 7pm

Cost: Selected beverages from Dhs35

Contact: @thespanieldxb

JLT

Nola

Set in JLT, Nola brings a laid-back New Orleans vibe, with its striking marble bar setting the tone. The happy hour runs daily from 5-7pm, serving house spirits from Dhs27, wine from Dhs28, and pints from Dhs35. It’s an easygoing spot to ease into the evening – and if it’s been a minute since your last visit, this is a good excuse to go back.

Where: Nola, Cluster P, JLT

When: daily from 5pm to 7pm

Cost: House spirits from Dhs27, wine from Dhs28, and pints from Dhs35

Contact: (0)4 399 8155. @noladubai

The Black Sheep

The Black Sheep is the kind of neighbourhood pub you’ll find yourself returning to, whether it’s for after-work drinks, live music or a classic Sunday roast. With a cosy beer garden, relaxed atmosphere and daily happy hour, it’s an easy choice for catching up over a pint or settling in for the evening.

Where: The Black Sheep, JLT

When: All Day Happy Hour

Contact: @theblacksheepdubai

Canary Club

The Canary Club brings laid-back West Coast vibes to JLT, with retro 70s-inspired interiors, plenty of rattan and pops of canary yellow throughout. Its Cheeky Doubles happy hour runs Monday to Friday, with 50 per cent off selected drinks, including cocktails.

Where: Canary Club, JLT

When: Monday to Friday, 5pm to 7pm

Cost: 50% off selected beverages, including cocktails

Contact: @canaryclubdxb

McGettigan’s JLT

McGettigan’s has long been a go-to for after-work drinks, live sport and lively nights out. Its happy hour runs Sunday to Friday from 12pm to 8pm, with great-value deals on a selection of drinks throughout the day.

Where: McGettigan’s JLT

When: Sunday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm

Cost: Happy hour drinks offers available

Contact: @mcgettigansjlt

Barsha & The Greens

Lola Taberna Española

Lola Taberna Española brings a lively slice of Spain to Barsha Heights, with colourful interiors, authentic Spanish charm and a buzzing atmosphere. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 4pm to 7pm, with selected drinks for Dhs35, making it an easy spot to gather with friends before the evening entertainment begins.

Where: TRYP by Wyndham Dubai, Barsha Heights

When: Monday to Friday, 4pm to 7pm

Cost: Selected drinks for Dhs35

Contact: (04) 247 6688. @lolataberna

Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology

Hidden inside Novotel Dubai Al Barsha, Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology is one of Dubai’s coolest speakeasies, inspired by the secretive charm of Bombay’s iconic aunty bars. Happy hour runs daily from 12pm to 8pm, with beers from Dhs25 and cocktails from Dhs48.

Where: Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha

When: Daily, 12pm to 8pm

Cost: Beers from Dhs25, cocktails from Dhs48

Contact: @flyingelephant.ae

Media City

Garden on 8, Media One Hotel

This one’s for when “just one drink” turns into four hours of easy pours and good company. Garden on 8 keeps things simple: great drinks, solid prices, and a laid-back terrace that’s perfect for winding down (or pre-gaming). From ice-cold pints to classic cocktails and beer buckets, happy hour here is a daily ritual.

Where: Garden on 8, Media One Hotel

When: Daily from 4pm to 8pm

Cost: Dhs32 gets you started, and the vibes do the rest.

Contact: (0)52 144 7438. @gardenon8dxb 

TWENTY THREE

TWENTY THREE is one of Dubai Media City’s go-to rooftop bars, pairing sunset views with a laid-back atmosphere that’s just as good for after-work drinks as it is for a night out. Happy hour runs daily from 5pm to 7pm, with selected drinks for Dhs33. Order your food before 7pm and you’ll also get 23 per cent off your bill, making it an easy spot to settle in as the sun goes down.

Where: TWENTY THREE, Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City

When: Daily, 5pm to 7pm

Cost: Drinks for Dhs33 and 23% off food before 7pm

Contact: @tt_dxb @gpmovenpick