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Looking for the best seafood restaurants in Dubai? This guide ranks the city’s most useful seafood spots for luxury tasting menus, beachside fish, oysters, seafood pasta, prawns, crab, casual classics, Asian-inspired seafood, Italian coastal dining and special-occasion dinners.
By: Best Of Editorial TeamPublished: JulyLast checked: July
Guide status: Research-led launch edition. We checked current seafood restaurant guides, MICHELIN listings, official venue pages and public listings where available. Menus, prices, opening hours, age rules and booking details can change, so check directly before visiting.
How We Chose These Seafood Restaurants
We ranked seafood restaurants based on freshness, seafood focus, setting, service, menu usefulness, occasion fit, value for the style of restaurant, consistency, reader practicality and whether each venue gives a clear reason to book. Best Of ratings are editorial scores based on practical reader value, not customer-review averages.
Quick Picks
Best overall seafoodOssiano
Best Italian seafoodL’Amo Bistro del Mare
Best Turkish seafoodBordo Mavi
Best casual beachfront seafoodIbn AlBahr
Best Asian-inspired seafoodSea Fu
Best affordable seafood feastDampa Seafood Grill
Seafood starter picker
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Best Seafood Restaurants in Dubai Comparison Cards
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9.9/10
#1 Ossiano
Best Overall Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Best forLuxury seafood
AreaAtlantis, The Palm
Price guidePremium fine-dining pricing; check current tasting menu before booking
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9.8/10
#2 L’Amo Bistro del Mare
Best Italian Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Best forItalian seafood
AreaDubai Harbour Yacht Club
Price guideAED 350–700+ per person depending on order
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9.7/10
#3 Bordo Mavi
Best Turkish Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Best forTurkish seafood
AreaJumeirah Fishing Harbour
Price guideAED 250–600+ per person depending on seafood order
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9.6/10
#4 Ibn AlBahr
Best Casual Beachfront Seafood in Dubai
Best forCasual seafood
AreaClub Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai locations
Price guideAED 180–450+ per person depending on seafood order
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9.5/10
#5 Sea Fu
Best Asian-Inspired Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Best forAsian-inspired seafood
AreaFour Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Price guideAED 300–650+ per person depending on order
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9.4/10
#6 Alici
Best Bluewaters Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Best forItalian seafood
AreaBluewaters Dubai
Price guideAED 300–650+ per person depending on order
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9.3/10
#7 Seafood Market
Best Classic Seafood Market Restaurant in Dubai
Best forMarket-style seafood
AreaLe Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Price guideAED 250–600+ per person depending on seafood selection
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9.2/10
#8 Dampa Seafood Grill
Best Fun Affordable Seafood Feast in Dubai
Best forSeafood buckets
AreaDeira and other Dubai locations to verify
Price guideAffordable to mid-range depending on seafood order
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9.1/10
#9 Bu Qtair
Best Casual Dubai Seafood Classic
Best forCasual fried fish
AreaUmm Suqeim / Jumeirah Fishing Harbour area
Price guideCasual seafood pricing varies by catch and order
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9.0/10
#10 The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill
Best Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill in Dubai
Best forOysters
AreaJBR / DoubleTree by Hilton area
Price guideAED 250–600+ per person depending on order
Decision Helper
- Choose Ossiano if you want the most memorable luxury seafood experience.
- Choose L’Amo if you want Italian seafood with a polished waterfront feel.
- Choose Bordo Mavi if you want Turkish seafood and fresh fish by the harbour.
- Choose Ibn AlBahr if you want relaxed beachside seafood with a group.
- Choose Sea Fu if you want Asian-inspired seafood in a resort setting.
- Choose Dampa or Bu Qtair if you want casual seafood rather than luxury dining.
The Best Seafood Restaurants in Dubai
🥇 1. Ossiano
9.9
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Ossiano
Best Overall Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Ossiano is one of Dubai’s most unforgettable seafood restaurants because it combines a luxury tasting-menu experience with an underwater-style aquarium setting. It is the place to book when seafood needs to feel like a proper special occasion, not just a normal dinner.
Location: Atlantis, The Palm
Price guide: Premium fine-dining pricing; check current tasting menu before booking
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.9/10
Best for: Luxury seafood, tasting menus, anniversaries, proposals, special occasions and immersive dining
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
A dramatic aquarium backdrop, seafood-led tasting menu, refined service, elegant plating and a polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks first because it is the most memorable seafood experience in Dubai: dramatic, premium, seafood-focused and built for once-in-a-while dinners.
Must try
- Seafood tasting menu
- Signature fish courses
- Aquarium-side table request
- Dessert course
- Non-alcoholic pairing if available
Best Of Dubai tip
Check current opening status, age policy and booking details before publishing or reserving.
🥈 2. L’Amo Bistro del Mare
9.8
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L’Amo Bistro del Mare
Best Italian Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
L’Amo Bistro del Mare is a polished Italian seafood restaurant with a marina-side feel, premium seafood, elegant pastas and a special-occasion atmosphere. It works beautifully for long lunches, date nights, birthdays and visitors who want seafood with Dubai waterfront energy.
Location: Dubai Harbour Yacht Club
Price guide: AED 350–700+ per person depending on order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.8/10
Best for: Italian seafood, date nights, waterfront dining, special occasions, seafood pasta and elegant lunches
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Italian seafood, oysters, crudo, whole fish, lobster pasta, elegant interiors and a marina-side dining atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks high because it gives seafood a refined Italian identity, with strong setting, service and special-occasion appeal.
Must try
- Seafood pasta
- Crudo selection
- Whole fish
- Oysters
- Tiramisu or Italian dessert
Best Of Dubai tip
Book for sunset or early evening if you want the waterfront setting to feel extra special.
🥉 3. Bordo Mavi
9.7
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Bordo Mavi
Best Turkish Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Bordo Mavi is a strong seafood pick for people who want fresh fish, Turkish coastal flavours and a more relaxed but premium Jumeirah Fishing Harbour feel. It is especially good for seafood lovers who want a table full of fish, mezze and simple high-quality cooking.
Location: Jumeirah Fishing Harbour
Price guide: AED 250–600+ per person depending on seafood order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.7/10
Best for: Turkish seafood, fresh fish, mezze, harbour dining, relaxed premium dinners and seafood sharing
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Fresh fish, Turkish seafood dishes, mezze, salads, harbour atmosphere and simple cooking focused on seafood quality.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it feels seafood-first without being overly formal, and the harbour setting makes the meal feel connected to the sea.
Must try
- Grilled fish
- Cold mezze
- Calamari
- Seafood starters
- Turkish-style desserts
Best Of Dubai tip
Ask what fish is freshest that day instead of only ordering from habit.
🐟 4. Ibn AlBahr
9.6
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Ibn AlBahr
Best Casual Beachfront Seafood in Dubai
Ibn AlBahr is one of Dubai’s best choices for a more relaxed seafood meal with beachside energy. It is casual, generous and great for groups who want Lebanese-style seafood, grilled fish, cold mezze and a table that feels made for sharing.
Location: Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai locations
Price guide: AED 180–450+ per person depending on seafood order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.6/10
Best for: Casual seafood, beachfront dining, Lebanese seafood, groups, grilled fish and sharing plates
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Fresh seafood, Lebanese mezze, grilled fish, prawns, beachside seating, relaxed service and a casual group-friendly atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it is one of the most useful seafood restaurants for real Dubai plans: relaxed, social, flavourful and not as formal as fine dining.
Must try
- Grilled fish
- Prawns
- Hummus
- Fattoush
- Seafood mezze
Best Of Dubai tip
Best with a group so you can share fish, mezze and sides.
🦞 5. Sea Fu
9.5
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Sea Fu
Best Asian-Inspired Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Sea Fu at Four Seasons Resort Dubai is a polished seafood restaurant with Asian-inspired dishes, beach resort energy and a more relaxed luxury feel. It is especially useful for elegant lunches, resort dinners and people who want seafood without a heavy fine-dining tasting menu.
Location: Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Price guide: AED 300–650+ per person depending on order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.5/10
Best for: Asian-inspired seafood, resort dining, sushi, sashimi, date nights, elegant lunches and beachside atmosphere
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Fresh seafood, Asian-inspired dishes, sushi-style options, elegant resort setting, polished service and a relaxed luxury mood.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it balances freshness, setting and approachability better than many very formal seafood restaurants.
Must try
- Sashimi or sushi selection
- Tempura
- Seafood mains
- Asian-inspired starters
- Mocktails
Best Of Dubai tip
Good when you want seafood with resort atmosphere but not a full tasting menu.
🌊 6. Alici
9.4
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Alici
Best Bluewaters Seafood Restaurant in Dubai
Alici is a stylish seafood restaurant on Bluewaters with Amalfi-style energy, fresh seafood, bright interiors and a strong special-lunch feel. It is a good pick for visitors, date lunches and anyone who wants seafood in a pretty waterfront setting.
Location: Bluewaters Dubai
Price guide: AED 300–650+ per person depending on order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.4/10
Best for: Italian seafood, Bluewaters dining, date lunches, visitors, oysters, seafood pasta and waterfront atmosphere
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Italian coastal seafood, crudo, oysters, pastas, fish dishes, bright interiors and a polished waterfront atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it is stylish, easy to recommend and very good for a seafood meal that feels like a Dubai day out.
Must try
- Seafood pasta
- Crudo
- Oysters
- Whole fish
- Italian dessert
Best Of Dubai tip
Pair it with a Bluewaters walk before or after your booking.
🦐 7. Seafood Market
9.3
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Seafood Market
Best Classic Seafood Market Restaurant in Dubai
Seafood Market is a long-running Dubai seafood restaurant known for its market-style concept, live seafood tanks and Asian-inspired cooking. It is a practical pick for people who like choosing seafood and sauces rather than ordering a fixed dish.
Location: Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Price guide: AED 250–600+ per person depending on seafood selection
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.3/10
Best for: Market-style seafood, live seafood tanks, Asian sauces, classic Dubai dining and seafood choice
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Live seafood tanks, market-style selection, Asian-inspired cooking, sauces, rice dishes and a classic Dubai seafood restaurant feel.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it has history and a clear concept. For readers who love choosing their own seafood, it is still a useful recommendation.
Must try
- Fresh catch selection
- Prawns
- Crab
- Garlic sauce
- Asian-style seafood dishes
Best Of Dubai tip
Ask staff to guide you on size and cooking style so you do not over-order.
🦀 8. Dampa Seafood Grill
9.2
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Dampa Seafood Grill
Best Fun Affordable Seafood Feast in Dubai
Dampa Seafood Grill is a fun, casual seafood option known for generous seafood spreads and messy sharing-style meals. It is not fine dining, but it is perfect when you want prawns, crab, rice and sauces in a lively group setting.
Location: Deira and other Dubai locations to verify
Price guide: Affordable to mid-range depending on seafood order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.2/10
Best for: Seafood buckets, casual groups, prawns, crab, sharing meals, fun dinners and affordable seafood
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Seafood spreads, prawns, crab, mussels, rice, sauces, casual seating and a lively group-friendly atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks because seafood does not always need to be elegant. Sometimes the best seafood plan is messy, fun and generous.
Must try
- Seafood boodle fight
- Prawns
- Crab
- Mussels
- Garlic butter sauce
Best Of Dubai tip
Go with people who enjoy sharing and do not mind a messy table.
🍤 9. Bu Qtair
9.1
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Bu Qtair
Best Casual Dubai Seafood Classic
Bu Qtair is one of Dubai’s most famous casual seafood names, known for simple fried fish, prawns and a relaxed old-Dubai-by-the-sea feeling. It is not polished or fancy, but that is exactly why people remember it.
Location: Umm Suqeim / Jumeirah Fishing Harbour area
Price guide: Casual seafood pricing varies by catch and order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.1/10
Best for: Casual fried fish, prawns, Dubai classics, visitors, relaxed dinners and seafood history
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Simple seafood, fried fish, prawns, curry-style sauces, casual seating and a laid-back atmosphere near the coast.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it is a Dubai classic and gives readers a more local, casual seafood experience.
Must try
- Fried fish
- Prawns
- Paratha
- Curry sauce
- Fresh seafood selection
Best Of Dubai tip
Go for the flavour and casual charm, not luxury service.
🦪 10. The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill
9.0
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The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill
Best Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill in Dubai
The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill is a strong choice for oysters, seafood grill dishes, date nights and a brasserie-style seafood mood. It is especially useful when you want seafood but also want the energy of a lively restaurant rather than a quiet fine-dining room.
Location: JBR / DoubleTree by Hilton area
Price guide: AED 250–600+ per person depending on order
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.0/10
Best for: Oysters, seafood grill, date nights, brasserie dining, groups and lively seafood dinners
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Oysters, seafood starters, grilled fish, brasserie-style dishes, lively atmosphere and polished casual service.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it gives Dubai a seafood restaurant with personality, energy and a strong oyster-bar identity.
Must try
- Oysters
- Seafood starters
- Grilled fish
- Lobster-style dishes if available
- Dessert
Best Of Dubai tip
Good for a seafood dinner that still feels fun and social.
Real talk before you book
Honest Caveats
Seafood in Dubai can mean very different things: fine dining, market-style tanks, beach shacks, oysters, sushi, grilled fish, seafood pasta or messy crab feasts. The best choice depends on the kind of seafood night you actually want.
🐟 Fresh catch changesWhole fish, oysters and seafood specials can vary by day, season and supply.
💸 Seafood can get expensiveLobster, crab, oysters, premium fish and tasting menus can change the final bill quickly.
🌅 Setting mattersWaterfront and beachside seafood often feels best around lunch, sunset or early evening.
📅 Check before travellingOpening status, age rules, menus and prices can change, especially at hotel restaurants.
Planning Notes
For the best seafood meal in Dubai, decide whether you want luxury tasting menu, waterfront Italian, Turkish fresh fish, casual beachside seafood, oysters, crab feast or a Dubai classic. Check current menu prices, seafood availability, dress code, age policy and booking rules before you go.
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Interactive seafood FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best seafood restaurant in Dubai overall?
Our top pick is Ossiano because it combines a seafood-led tasting menu with one of Dubai’s most memorable fine-dining settings. L’Amo, Bordo Mavi and Ibn AlBahr are better depending on whether you want Italian, Turkish or casual beachside seafood.
What is the best casual seafood restaurant in Dubai?
Ibn AlBahr, Bu Qtair and Dampa Seafood Grill are strong casual seafood options depending on whether you want beachside Lebanese seafood, a Dubai classic or a messy sharing-style seafood feast.
What is the best seafood restaurant in Dubai for a special occasion?
Ossiano is the strongest special-occasion choice because of the setting and tasting-menu style. L’Amo and Sea Fu are also strong for elegant seafood dinners.
Where can I get seafood with a view in Dubai?
Ossiano, L’Amo Bistro del Mare, Alici, Sea Fu and Ibn AlBahr are good options if the setting matters, although the exact view depends on table placement and timing.
Is seafood expensive in Dubai?
It can be. Casual seafood can be reasonable, but oysters, lobster, crab, premium whole fish and tasting menus can get expensive quickly. Always check current prices before booking.
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Sources & Updates
Last checked: July.
We checked a mix of current seafood restaurant guides, MICHELIN Guide listings, official venue pages, restaurant award shortlists and public listings where available. Menus, prices, awards, opening hours, age rules, dress codes and booking availability can change, so check directly before travelling or booking.
