On a beautiful evening, when a soft breeze cools the air, there is no better place to be in Dubai than by the waterfront, especially Marsa Boulevard. This eclectic, lively and visually stunning part of the city is a real gem and hugely popular with both visitors and residents alike. Add to the mix some of the city’s best cafés and restaurants, and you have the perfect recipe: a casual coffee, or the ideal meeting place for an evening with friends.

Easily accessible from the heart of the city, cafés and restaurants along Marsa Boulevard are the waterfront eateries of choice for anyone who loves food, good company, and showstopping entertainment. Let us introduce you to the unique dining experience that is Marsa Boulevard.

What’s so special about Marsa Boulevard?

Dubai’s latest addition to its wonderful waterfront is a fusion of fine dining and entertainment. The waterfront has always been a special place in Dubai, and Marsa Boulevard captures the city’s energy and cultural diversity. It’s the quintessential Dubai Creek location, offering an engaging, welcoming, and fresh atmosphere.

It’s a seasonal location that opens from October to April, taking advantage of the cooler evenings and earlier nights for those special light shows. As such, you’ll find pop-up waterfront eateries alongside more established dining options, making it distinctly different from the typical food zones throughout the city. During Ramadan, special menus are available for Iftar and Suhoor. Throughout the season, new and exciting local talent gets to showcase their culinary skills and introduce you to menus packed with new and delicious temptations.  

Food from around the world

Whether you want an afternoon coffee with friends or a celebratory dinner with a show, Marsa Boulevard gathers together some of the most exciting new restaurants and waterfront eateries in one fabulous setting. Each one is different, so during the season, you can return again and again to explore new dining experiences. A perfect blend of cafés and more formal waterfront restaurants allows you to sample food from around the world, as well as rediscover the joy of simply taking a little time to sit back and enjoy the views of one of the most dynamic cities in the world. 

If you’ve always wanted to try authentic sushi or have a love for freshly brewed artisan coffee, you’ll find a waterfront restaurant to suit your whim. The exquisite backdrop of the waterfront and the evening ambience make dining at Marsa Boulevard a memorable experience, whether it’s a light evening meal of traditional Arabic food or a leisurely chat with friends accompanied by some gourmet snacks. 

Let us entertain you

Marsa Boulevard isn’t just about dining. The other side of the coin is its exceptional entertainment, which merges everything from fashion shows and artistic exhibitions to light and sound events that dazzle throughout the evening. 

The incredible Banner Drop is well worth looking out for, where a large banner is dropped from the bridge, providing you with a striking photo opportunity. Or look out for special events, such as fashion shows and cultural events.

When can you go to Marsa Boulevard?

Dubai Festival City’s fabulous Marsa Boulevard is a seasonal experience, welcoming diners from October to April to make the most of the cooler Dubai evenings. It’s open from 4pm to midnight on weekdays (and 1am on weekends).Parking is plentiful, with a paid valet service there’s ample parking space also available at Dubai Festival City Mall.