# United Arab Emirates

**Where:** [Third Platz](/.md) / United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates has 49 community-ranked lists spanning 9 areas so far, currently led by Best Burgers in Downtown Dubai. Anyone can add a place, cast a vote, or start a new list.

## Areas
- [Dubai](/uae-dubai.md)
- [Abu Dhabi](/uae-abu-dhabi.md)
- [Sharjah](/uae-sharjah.md)

## Lists in United Arab Emirates
1. [Best Parks in Dubai](/uae-dubai/best-parks.md) (in Dubai) — Green space and waterfront walks across the city. · community starter list
2. [Date Night Spots in Dubai](/uae-dubai/date-night-spots.md) (in Dubai) — Set the mood: views, candlelight, or something different. · community starter list
3. [Hidden Gems in Al Barsha](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/hidden-gems.md) (in Al Barsha) — Lesser-known finds around Al Barsha, from an artist-run cafe-gallery to the Lebanese eateries lining Hessa Street and a quiet pond-side park. · community starter list
4. [Hidden Gems in Business Bay](/uae-dubai-business-bay/hidden-gems.md) (in Business Bay) — Quiet finds tucked into Business Bay's hotel ground floors and canal-side blocks, from a German bakery-bistro to a rooftop lounge above the skyline. · community starter list
5. [Best Cafes in Dubai Marina](/uae-dubai-marina/best-cafes.md) (in Dubai Marina) — Where to get a good coffee along the Marina walk.
6. [Top 10 Restaurants in Dubai](/uae-dubai/top-10-restaurants.md) (in Dubai) — City-wide favorites, from fine dining to old-school institutions. · community starter list
7. [Best Cafes in Dubai](/uae-dubai/best-cafes.md) (in Dubai) — Coffee spots worth crossing the city for. · community starter list
8. [Best Brunch in Dubai](/uae-dubai/best-brunch.md) (in Dubai) — Weekend brunch spots locals actually go back to. · community starter list
9. [Best Burgers in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-burgers.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Burger spots clustered around Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar, from food-hall smash burgers to hotel-brasserie Angus patties. · community starter list
10. [Best Shawarma in Deira](/uae-dubai-deira/best-shawarma.md) (in Deira) — Community-ranked shawarma spots in Deira, Dubai.
11. [Top 10 Restaurants in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/top-10-restaurants.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Community-ranked restaurants near Downtown Dubai.
12. [Best Cafes in Karama](/uae-dubai-karama/best-cafes.md) (in Karama) — Coffee shops and neighborhood cafes across Karama, from board-game hangouts to quiet tea counters. · community starter list
13. [Hidden Gems in Jumeirah](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/hidden-gems.md) (in Jumeirah) — Lesser-known Jumeirah spots away from the main tourist strip, from a flower-shop cafe to a vintage boutique. · community starter list
14. [Best Gyms in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-gyms.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Gyms and fitness studios around Downtown Dubai, from a Burj Khalifa wellness club to boutique personal-training studios. · community starter list
15. [Family Activities in Dubai](/uae-dubai/family-activities.md) (in Dubai) — Kid-friendly outings, indoors and out. · community starter list
16. [Hidden Gems in Dubai](/uae-dubai/hidden-gems.md) (in Dubai) — Lesser-known spots worth seeking out, city-wide. · community starter list
17. [Best Burgers in Dubai](/uae-dubai/best-burgers.md) (in Dubai) — From smash burgers to beachside classics. · community starter list
18. [Best Karak in Deira](/uae-dubai-deira/best-karak.md) (in Deira) — Cheap, strong, and always available. · community starter list
19. [Budget Eats in Deira](/uae-dubai-deira/budget-eats.md) (in Deira) — Old-school Deira, cheap and consistent. · community starter list
20. [Hidden Gems in Deira](/uae-dubai-deira/hidden-gems.md) (in Deira) — Lesser-known Deira spots worth seeking out. · community starter list
21. [Best Cafes in Deira](/uae-dubai-deira/best-cafes.md) (in Deira) — Coffee and tea spots around old Dubai. · community starter list
22. [Best Brunch in Dubai Marina](/uae-dubai-marina/best-brunch.md) (in Dubai Marina) — Waterfront weekend brunch along the Marina. · community starter list
23. [Best Gyms in Dubai Marina](/uae-dubai-marina/best-gyms.md) (in Dubai Marina) — Where Marina residents actually train. · community starter list
24. [Date Night Spots in Dubai Marina](/uae-dubai-marina/date-night-spots.md) (in Dubai Marina) — Marina views for a night out. · community starter list
25. [Best Burgers in Dubai Marina](/uae-dubai-marina/best-burgers.md) (in Dubai Marina) — Burger stops along the Marina walk. · community starter list
26. [Family Activities in JBR](/uae-dubai-jbr/family-activities.md) (in JBR) — Beach-side outings for the whole family. · community starter list
27. [Best Cafes in JBR](/uae-dubai-jbr/best-cafes.md) (in JBR) — Coffee stops along The Walk. · community starter list
28. [Best Burgers in JBR](/uae-dubai-jbr/best-burgers.md) (in JBR) — Beachfront burger stops on The Walk. · community starter list
29. [Date Night Spots in JBR](/uae-dubai-jbr/date-night-spots.md) (in JBR) — Beachfront evenings on The Walk. · community starter list
30. [Best Brunch in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-brunch.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Brunch with a Burj Khalifa backdrop. · community starter list
31. [Date Night Spots in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/date-night-spots.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Views of the fountain and the tower. · community starter list
32. [Hidden Gems in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/hidden-gems.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Quieter finds among the skyscrapers. · community starter list
33. [Best Cafes in Downtown Dubai](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-cafes.md) (in Downtown Dubai) — Coffee near the Boulevard and the Mall. · community starter list
34. [Best Parks in Jumeirah](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/best-parks.md) (in Jumeirah) — Green space and beach walks in Jumeirah. · community starter list
35. [Family Activities in Jumeirah](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/family-activities.md) (in Jumeirah) — Beach parks and rides for kids. · community starter list
36. [Best Cafes in Jumeirah](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/best-cafes.md) (in Jumeirah) — Coffee stops around Jumeirah Beach Road. · community starter list
37. [Best Brunch in Jumeirah](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/best-brunch.md) (in Jumeirah) — Weekend brunch near the beach. · community starter list
38. [Best Gyms in Business Bay](/uae-dubai-business-bay/best-gyms.md) (in Business Bay) — Where the office crowd trains. · community starter list
39. [Best Cafes in Business Bay](/uae-dubai-business-bay/best-cafes.md) (in Business Bay) — Coffee runs for the canal-side offices. · community starter list
40. [Budget Eats in Business Bay](/uae-dubai-business-bay/budget-eats.md) (in Business Bay) — Quick, cheap lunch options near the canal. · community starter list
41. [Top 10 Restaurants in Business Bay](/uae-dubai-business-bay/top-10-restaurants.md) (in Business Bay) — Canal-side dining options in Business Bay. · community starter list
42. [Budget Eats in Al Barsha](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/budget-eats.md) (in Al Barsha) — Cheap, reliable options around Al Barsha. · community starter list
43. [Best Shawarma in Al Barsha](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/best-shawarma.md) (in Al Barsha) — Wraps worth the detour to Al Barsha. · community starter list
44. [Family Activities in Al Barsha](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/family-activities.md) (in Al Barsha) — Mall of the Emirates and beyond. · community starter list
45. [Best Gyms in Al Barsha](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/best-gyms.md) (in Al Barsha) — Gyms near Mall of the Emirates and Al Barsha residential. · community starter list
46. [Best Shawarma in Karama](/uae-dubai-karama/best-shawarma.md) (in Karama) — Karama's dense strip of cheap, fast wraps. · community starter list
47. [Best Karak in Karama](/uae-dubai-karama/best-karak.md) (in Karama) — Tea stops around the Karama market strip. · community starter list
48. [Budget Eats in Karama](/uae-dubai-karama/budget-eats.md) (in Karama) — Cheap eats across the Karama grid. · community starter list
49. [Hidden Gems in Karama](/uae-dubai-karama/hidden-gems.md) (in Karama) — Lesser-known Karama finds. · community starter list
## Around United Arab Emirates

Grouped by city — each community's own #1, not a merged ranking. Votes in one city aren't compared to votes in another.

### Hidden Gems
- 「Al Barsha」 [Maisan15](/e/593.md) — A restaurant, gallery, garden and library rolled into one at the base of Maisan Tower, founded by Emirati artist Rami Farook. Originally opened as Cabin before rebranding, it centers on a courtyard with a fountain set inside a bathtub and rotating artwork on its walls. ([list](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/hidden-gems.md))
- 「Business Bay」 [Brothaus Bakery Bistro](/e/598.md) — A German bakery-bistro on the ground floor of Pullman Dubai Downtown by the Dubai Water Canal, known for fresh-baked pretzels, sourdough and pastries served in a homey space with a spacious outdoor terrace. ([list](/uae-dubai-business-bay/hidden-gems.md))
- 「Dubai」 [Al Fanar Restaurant](/e/39.md) — Heritage-themed restaurant chain serving traditional Emirati dishes. ([list](/uae-dubai/hidden-gems.md))
- 「Jumeirah」 [IYKYK](/e/478.md) — A cafe tucked inside a flower studio and concept store in Jumeirah 1, where guests can sip coffee poolside in a quiet garden setting mostly known to locals. ([list](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/hidden-gems.md))

### Best Cafes
- 「Dubai」 [Tom & Serg](/e/17.md) — Industrial-style specialty coffee bar tucked inside Alserkal Avenue's warehouses. ([list](/uae-dubai/best-cafes.md))
- 「Karama」 [Cafe Cache](/e/472.md) — A games-and-music focused cafe in Al Karama known for desserts like molten chocolate cake and milkshakes, with board games and free WiFi for lingering visits. ([list](/uae-dubai-karama/best-cafes.md))
- 「Business Bay」 [% Arabica Dubai](/e/111.md) — Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars. ([list](/uae-dubai-business-bay/best-cafes.md))
- 「Deira」 [Karak House](/e/46.md) — Karak-focused tea chain serving the spiced, condensed-milk brew UAE commuters love. ([list](/uae-dubai-deira/best-cafes.md))

### Best Burgers
- 「Downtown Dubai」 [Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes](/e/562.md) — A New York import on the Lower Ground floor of The Dubai Mall, known for oversized CrazyShakes alongside a menu of thick, double-patty burgers. Seating riffs on the brand's hip-hop-inspired "boombox booth" design. ([list](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-burgers.md))
- 「Dubai」 [Salt](/e/41.md) — Grass-fed beef burger stand that started out as a beach food truck. ([list](/uae-dubai/best-burgers.md))
- 「Dubai Marina」 [Salt](/e/65.md) — Grass-fed beef burger stand that started out as a beach food truck. ([list](/uae-dubai-marina/best-burgers.md))
- 「JBR」 [Salt](/e/73.md) — Grass-fed beef burger stand that started out as a beach food truck. ([list](/uae-dubai-jbr/best-burgers.md))

### Best Gyms
- 「Downtown Dubai」 [The Burj Club](/e/484.md) — A large fitness, spa, and wellness club spanning five levels inside Burj Khalifa, with gym floors, a lap pool, and views over the Dubai Fountain. ([list](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-gyms.md))
- 「Al Barsha」 [Fitness First](/e/131.md) — Multi-branch gym chain with group classes and weights floors across the city. ([list](/uae-dubai-al-barsha/best-gyms.md))
- 「Business Bay」 [Fitness First](/e/106.md) — Multi-branch gym chain with group classes and weights floors across the city. ([list](/uae-dubai-business-bay/best-gyms.md))
- 「Dubai Marina」 [Fitness First](/e/60.md) — Multi-branch gym chain with group classes and weights floors across the city. ([list](/uae-dubai-marina/best-gyms.md))

### Best Brunch
- 「Dubai」 [COYA Dubai](/e/23.md) — Peruvian restaurant and lounge with pisco cocktails and a beachfront terrace. ([list](/uae-dubai/best-brunch.md))
- 「Downtown Dubai」 [Thiptara](/e/9.md) — Thai restaurant at Palace Downtown overlooking the Dubai Fountain. ([list](/uae-dubai-downtown/best-brunch.md))
- 「Dubai Marina」 [Tashas](/e/5.md) — South African-founded cafe chain known for all-day brunch and baked goods. ([list](/uae-dubai-marina/best-brunch.md))
- 「Jumeirah」 [Tashas](/e/103.md) — South African-founded cafe chain known for all-day brunch and baked goods. ([list](/uae-dubai-jumeirah/best-brunch.md))

### Date Night Spots
- 「Dubai」 [Pierchic](/e/13.md) — Over-water restaurant on a private pier off Al Qasr — temporarily closed as of August 2026 per the property's official site and third-party listings; reopening date not yet announced. ([list](/uae-dubai/date-night-spots.md))
- 「Downtown Dubai」 [At.mosphere](/e/7.md) — Fine-dining restaurant on the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa. ([list](/uae-dubai-downtown/date-night-spots.md))
- 「Dubai Marina」 [Pier 7](/e/58.md) — Waterfront tower stacking several restaurants and bars, one per floor. ([list](/uae-dubai-marina/date-night-spots.md))
- 「JBR」 [Barasti Bar](/e/84.md) — Sand-floored beach bar with live sport screens and sunset views. ([list](/uae-dubai-jbr/date-night-spots.md))

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