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Cocktail barUmm Suqeim
Bahri Bar looks out from the Jumeirah Mina A'Salam hotel in Dubai over the waterways of Madinat Jumeirah, pouring Silk Route spiced cocktails.
DrinkCocktails infused with Silk Route spices
FoodDrinks and light bites
TipCome for sunset: the bar pairs its Silk Route cocktails with live music and burgers in the evening.
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Cocktail barUmm Suqeim
Rialto Bar at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai is a 1950s inspired Italian bar for aperitivo before or after dinner at the hotel's Rialto restaurants.
DrinkAperitivo and Italian cocktails
FoodDrinks and light bites alongside the Rialto deli
TipPair a pre-dinner spritz here with a table at Rialto next door.
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Cocktail barDubai Marina
Asia Asia occupies level 6 of Pier 7 in Dubai Marina, Dubai, an Ancient Spice Route styled restaurant and bar with a terrace over the yacht bay.
DrinkSpice Route inspired cocktails
FoodPan-Asian fusion sharing plates
TipBook the terrace for the view over the Marina; weekend afternoons bring a Saturday brunch.
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PubSheikh Zayed Road
Fibber Magee's is a Sheikh Zayed Road Irish pub behind Saeed Tower 1 in Dubai, with Guinness on tap, live bands most nights and sport on big screens.
DrinkGuinness on tap
FoodCasual pub food
TipMatch days fill the screens fast, so book ahead if you want a table rather than standing room at the bar.
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Cocktail barJbr
Swingers pairs crazy golf with craft cocktails and food from Club Sushi, Mateo's Pizza and The Grill on Bluewaters island in Dubai, with live DJs.
DrinkCraft cocktails served between holes
FoodClub Sushi, Mateo's Pizza and The Grill outlets
TipWalk-ins queue at peak evening hours, so book a tee time online rather than turning up without a slot.
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Listening barBusiness Bay
Honeycomb Hi-Fi sits on the 2nd floor of Pullman Dubai Downtown, billed as the region's first listening bar, with vinyl, izakaya food and a record shop.
DrinkCraft cocktails paired with a curated sound system
FoodIzakaya style dining
TipWeekly listening sessions with resident DJs draw a crowd, so check the schedule before choosing your night.