Hammour mashwi
Grilled Gulf grouper — national favourite on charcoal.
Best seafood restaurants in Dubai
45 restaurants in Dubai
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Three places to start in Dubai
Three rooms we would send a first-time visitor to — complete profiles, strong ratings, and a clear seafood focus.
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Worth knowing in Dubai
A short second list for when the first three are booked, too far, or not the mood.
Editor's pick
Sallet al Sayad seafood restaurant مطعم سلة الصياد للمأكولات البحرية
4.9★ · 16,432
Editor's pick
De Fish Seafood Restaurant Dubai
4.7★ · 18,664
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ZouZou Turkish & Lebanese Restaurant | Jumeirah 1 Opposite Lamer
4.7★ · 17,361
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De Fish Seafood Restaurant Sharjah
4.8★ · 12,201
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Mukbang Shows Restaurant Korean BBQ and Seafood - Deira Branch
4.8★ · 11,912
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Arabian Fish House Restaurant & Cafe - Al Hirah Beach, Sharjah
4.9★ · 7,972
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Al Fanar Seafood Restaurant - Al Barsha
4.8★ · 8,048
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Turkish Village - Best Turkish Restaurant in Dubai
4.8★ · 7,599
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Top-rated picks in Dubai
Highly rated seafood restaurants in Dubai, chosen on ratings, reviews and complete profiles.
Dining tipsDubai hammour, marina grills, and the Gulf catchThe best fish restaurants in Dubai name the fish: hammour from the Gulf, or an import with a market price written down. Marina and JBR are the water tables. Deira is the local grill. Jumeirah is the beach hotel. Ask which is which before you pay for a view buffet.Read the full guide
The best fish restaurants in Dubai name the fish: hammour from the Gulf, or an import with a market price written down. Marina and JBR are the water tables. Deira is the local grill. Jumeirah is the beach hotel. Ask which is which before you pay for a view buffet.
This Dubai guide compares 45 seafood restaurants with photos, hours, and contact details.
Dubai seafood ranges from hammour and Gulf grill rooms to marina fine dining. Prioritise kitchens that name the catch and publish clear pricing over view-only hotel buffets.
Marina, JBR, Deira, and Jumeirah each have a different logistics mood — shortlist on this directory by rating and review volume before booking a skyline terrace alone.
Travellers searching “best seafood Dubai” or “hammour Dubai” should ask whether fish is Gulf or imported and confirm market price on lobster and crab.
What to order
Gulf & global seafood
Hammour grill, prawns, and marina fine dining — confirm Gulf vs imported catch before you order.
Jumbo prawns
Grilled or butterflied — marina terraces.
Sayadieh rice
Spiced fish rice — home-style Gulf comfort.
Whole fish grill
Market price — confirm weight and species.
Local species & catches
HammourSheriPrawnsKingfishLobster
Dining tips
- Order first
- Hammour grill, Gulf prawns, and whole fish — confirm Gulf vs imported catch before ordering.
- Best areas
- Marina and JBR for marina dining; Deira for local grill rooms; Jumeirah for beach terraces.
- Skip
- Hotel buffets sold only for skyline views with no fresh fish identity.
Where to eat seafood in Dubai
Marina
3 placesSkyline terraces and marina walk seafood rooms.
JBR
1 placesBeach-adjacent dining with tourist volume — shortlist by rating.
Deira
8 placesLocal grill rooms and authentic Gulf catch away from malls.
Jumeirah
5 placesBeach clubs and family-friendly seafood terraces.
Map of seafood restaurants in Dubai
Explore listed fish restaurants across Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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FAQ — Dubai
What should I order for seafood in Dubai?+
Hammour or other named Gulf fish when available, grilled catch, and clear market pricing on lobster. Skip view-only buffets with unnamed “white fish”.
What are the best seafood restaurants in Dubai?+
Dubai currently lists 45 seafood and fish restaurants on FishRestaurants.com, sorted by rating and review volume where available.
Where can I find fish restaurants near me in Dubai?+
Use the map section and restaurant list on this page to compare locations across Dubai, then open individual profiles for address and hours.
What are the best grilled fish restaurants in Dubai?+
See the grilled fish category block for venues tagged with grilled fish and classic seafood grill styles.