14 dog-friendly restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Struggling to find a restaurant that allows you and your canine? We’ve got you covered.
Dubai: Most pet owners struggle with separation anxiety, and this is especially true if you have dogs. You can’t help but stare into those puppy dog eyes before you step out the door and start feeling guilty. But for the past few years, there has been an increase in pet-friendly establishments in the UAE. Most restaurants even have a separate menu for pets. Here are some cafes and restaurants around the UAE, that will make your pup wag its tail.
Dubai
Palm Bay
Located in Palm Jumeirah, Palm Bay is an informal Caribbean social dining restaurant. The restaurant serves up a fusion of Caribbean cuisine. Palm Bay allows dogs inside and outside. If you bring your dog, you can enjoy 20 per cent off all day on Sunday and Monday. Soak up the stunning views of the palm with your four-legged pal at Palm Jumeirah. Dogs also have their doggy menu.
Sunday to Wednesday – 9am to 1am, Thursday to Saturday – 9am to 3am
Club Vista Mare, Palm - Jumeirah
Urban Bar and Kitchen - UBK
This lively and popular Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) joint lets in pups on Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 p.m. You even get a 50 per cent discount on food when you bring your canine. The bar and restaurant have a spacious covered terrace, giving plenty of room for your pup to lounge in. Kick back and relax with your pooch and feast on some delicious comfort food.
Open daily from 12pm to 1am
Movenpick Hotel, Jumeirah Lakes Towers
Bounty Beats
This restaurant is known for its Instagram worthy food and aesthetic. This vibrant restaurant serves vegan, organic and gluten-free food. So, if you’re a health nut or looking for some nourishing acai bowls and plant-based goodness, Bounty Beats is the perfect place to hit up with your dog. Pet owners are only allowed to sit outside.
Open daily from 8am to 10pm
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina – Dubai
Jones the Grocer, Palm Jumierah
This iconic Australian brand is famous for its breakfast and brunch spread. Jones the Grocer has several locations around the UAE, but its newest spot at The Pointe in Palm Jumeirah welcomes pets and their owners. Bask in the sun on the weekends after a hearty breakfast, accompanied by your fur friend.
Open daily from 8am to 12am
Palm Jumierah - The Palm Jumeirah – Dubai
Brunch & Cake
This is another gem located in The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah. The Pointe offers huge spaces for restaurants and cafés, making it ideal for dog lovers. You have room to walk your dog and for them to roll around in the sand. Dig into some sinful waffles and French toast, while watching the stunning Palm Fountain show.
Open daily from 9am to 11pm
The Pointe - The Palm Jumeirah
The Duck Hook
The Duck Hook located in Dubai Hills Golf Club is a pet-friendly gastropub. The family-friendly pub has a wide array of classic British dishes, from Sunday Roast to Breakfast Scotch Eggs. The venue boasts a spacious terrace that overlooks a luscious golf course and the iconic Dubai skyline. Leaving plenty of room for you to hang out with your pet.
Open daily from 11.30am to 12am
Dubai Hills Golf Club
The Irish Village
This iconic Dubai establishment has been a staple for dog owners. The Celtic pub offers outside huge shaded patio for pet owners.
Sunday to Wednesday: 11am to 1am
Thursday and Weekends: 11am to 2am
31 A St, Garhoud
The Lime Tree Café
This café has locations around the UAE but its Jumeirah, Al Quoz and Sheikh Zayed Road are exclusively for pet owners. These branches have an outdoor space for you and your four-legged bud.
Sunday to Thursday: 9am to 5pm
Weekends: 9am to 6pm
Sheikh Zayed Road Branch: Sheikh Zayed Road, Um Al Sheif, opposite Gold And Diamond Park
Jumeirah branch: Jumeirah Beach Road, next to Jumeirah Mosque
Al Quoz Branch: Centre - 4b Street, Al Quoz 1, Next to the Courtyard Gallery, Near to Times Square
Just Vegan Jumeirah
Just Vegan is an indoor pet friendly restaurant. This restaurant has a diverse range of vegan dishes, from vegan mac & cheese to plant based chicken owners. Dogs are provided with their bowls and water. Customers are requested to bring their own food for their pet. There’s no better way to enjoy a wholesome vegan meal with man’s best friend.
Open daily from 8am to 11.30am
Villa 575, Jumeirah Road, Umm Suqeim 1
Abu Dhabi
Coffee Architecture
At Coffee Architecture, every serving of coffee is a piece of art. This coffee shop is a minimalist and airy space. If you're looking for a relaxing place for you and your pet in the capital, Coffee Architecture is the place for you.
Sunday to Wednesday: 9am to 10pm
Thursday and weekends: 9am to 12am
Mamsha Al Saadiyat - Jacques Chirac St - Al Saadiyat Cultural District
Nolu's Café
Have you ever wondered what a combination of Californian and Afghan cuisine tastes like? Well, head to Nolu’s Cafe at Galleria in Al Maryah Island to find out. The restaurant faces the picturesque Al Raha Beach. This unique fusion spot has indoor and outdoor seating for dogs.
Open daily from 9am to 12pm
Galleria mall, B2 - Zayed The First St
Sportsman’s Arms
Located in Zayed Sports City, Sportsman's Arms is an American/Irish themed gastropub. This is the ideal place to kick back and relax with your friends, family and your canine pal.
Sunday to Wednesday: 12pm to 11pm
Thursday and Friday: 12pm to 1am
First Floor, International Tennis Centre
SALT
If you’ve lived in the UAE, you’ve probably heard of SALT and their mouth melting burgers and decadent soft serve lotus ice cream. This famous establishment’s Abu Dhabi branch in Umm Al Emarat Park accepts dogs.
Open daily from 10am to 1am
Umm Al Emarat Park
Third Place Cafe
This cosy community café has an outdoor area where dogs are welcome to hang out.
Open daily from 8am to 11pm
Corniche street, Al Khadiya
- The writer is an intern with Gulf News