The neighbourhood edit

Best Restaurants in Bluewaters.

Alici, Brass Monkey Bluewaters and Clay Dubai lead this Bluewaters, Dubai shortlist, with 8 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.

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Alici, Brass Monkey Bluewaters and Clay Dubai lead this Bluewaters, Dubai shortlist, with 8 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.

Best Restaurants in Bluewaters is less about finding the longest list and more about matching the room to the plan. This Plate Snob edit brings together 8 restaurants in Bluewaters, Dubai, using cooking, spend, setting and practical detail to separate a useful booking from a merely famous address. The selection stretches from italian seafood, chinese, international and american, with particularly useful options around Bluewaters. We favour restaurants with a clear reason to go, reliable location information and enough context to choose confidently. Start with the highlighted picks for the strongest all-round answers, then use the full list and map to compare atmosphere, price and convenience. Availability, menus and opening times can move quickly in the UAE, so confirm the final details with the venue before travelling.

Reviewed 29 August 2026
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Where we'd start

Start with these.

NikkeiClay Dubai

Clay Dubai

Bluewaters, Dubai

Nikkei dining in Bluewaters, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.

The full edit

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NikkeiClay Dubai

Clay Dubai

Bluewaters, Dubai

Nikkei dining in Bluewaters, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.

ChineseSHI

SHI

Bluewaters, Dubai

Chinese dining in Bluewaters, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.

ArmenianVAGA

VAGA

Bluewaters, Dubai

Armenian dining in Bluewaters, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.

Useful answers

Before you book.

What are the best restaurants in Bluewaters?

Alici is a strong place to start, backed by the broader Plate Snob selection on this page. The best choice still depends on your budget, preferred atmosphere and the kind of meal you are planning.

Is there a good-value option in this Bluewaters, Dubai edit?

Brass Monkey Bluewaters is among the more approachable options in this selection. Check the current menu before booking because set menus and per-person spend can change.

Which restaurant works when the setting matters?

Alici is worth considering when atmosphere and location matter alongside the food. Use the practical details and map on this page to check whether it fits the occasion.

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