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5 Best Pubs in Dubai (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Pubs in Dubai range from a fountain-view gastropub at the base of the Burj Khalifa to a decades-old Irish room off Sheikh Zayed Road, and the crowd at each one is completely different. Between them, these five venues have logged nearly 12,000 Google reviews, and the top name alone accounts for close to 2,900 of them, so the volume of feedback here is deep enough to actually trust.

Short answer: The Tap House, Downtown tops the list at 4.8 stars across 2,885 reviews, prized for its Burj Khalifa fountain views and gastropub menu. Double Decker Pub (4.6, 2,446 reviews) and Distillery Gastropub (4.7, 1,618 reviews) both draw a strong sports-bar crowd, while a night out typically runs AED 150 to 450 per person depending on the venue and how much you drink.
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How Dubai's top pubs stack up

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Tap House, Downtown 4.8 ★ 2,885 Fountain views and gastropub food View ›
2 Double Decker Pub 4.6 ★ 2,446 Sports viewing and Sunday roasts View ›
3 Amelia Lounge 4.5 ★ 2,529 Upscale lounge nights View ›
4 Distillery Gastropub 4.7 ★ 1,618 Gastropub with shisha View ›
5 Fibber Magee’s - SZR 4.5 ★ 2,224 Classic Irish pub on Sheikh Zayed Road View ›
5 Best Pubs in Dubai (2026)

Our picks, reviewed

The Tap House, Downtown logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

The Tap House, Downtown

4.82,885 Google reviews

The Tap House operates several Dubai locations, and this one sits in Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, with direct views of the Burj Khalifa fountains. It's an award-winning gastropub, per its own site, built around an international beer selection and a modern European and Asian-inspired menu, plus live music and sports screenings.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently call out the fountain and Burj Khalifa views as a standout
  • Happy hour deals mentioned repeatedly as good value
  • Staff praised by name for handling dietary requests and birthday bookings
  • Wagyu burger singled out as a menu highlight

Worth knowing

  • A couple of reviewers note the food menu and portion sizes could be more generous for the price
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume2,885 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest rating and the deepest review base on this page. If a memorable setting matters as much as the pint in your hand, start here.

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Souk Al Bahar - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

Double Decker Pub logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Double Decker Pub

4.62,446 Google reviews

Double Decker Pub sits inside the Swissotel Al Murooj in Trade Center, styled as a British pub with an outdoor terrace. Its own site pitches it as a go-to spot for residents, especially during happy hour, and reviewers back that up with mentions of live football, darts, billiards, and a Sunday roast BBQ.

What people praise

  • Outdoor terrace repeatedly praised for watching football matches
  • Sunday roast and traditional pub food get specific, positive mentions
  • Staff named individually and praised for attentiveness
  • Live music and DJ sets mentioned as adding to the atmosphere

Worth knowing

  • Rating sits a touch lower than the leaders here, with a wider spread of scores across its nearly 2,500 reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume2,446 · 88th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown75% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid, reliable choice for match days and a classic British pub feel, backed by one of the largest review counts on this page.

Website+97143211111 Directions

Swissôtel Al Murooj - Trade Center Second - Dubai

Amelia Lounge logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Amelia Lounge

4.52,529 Google reviews

Amelia Lounge is a lounge bar at Address Sky View in Downtown Dubai, with a menu that reviewers describe as Japanese and Peruvian-inspired. There's no independent site to draw from beyond Google's listing, so what we know comes largely from what guests describe: a stylish, high-energy room built for a night out rather than a casual pint.

What people praise

  • Food repeatedly singled out as a highlight, especially Wagyu-based dishes
  • Valet parking mentioned as convenient and close to the entrance
  • Security and floor staff praised for friendliness

Worth knowing

  • Several reviewers mention a loud atmosphere and smoking near dining areas
  • One review flagged a rushed, unfriendly welcome on a busy night
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume2,529 · 93th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: More lounge than traditional pub, and the ratings reflect a wider range of experiences. Go here for the scene and the food, not for a quiet chat over a beer.

Website+97143282805 Directions

Address, Sky View - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

Distillery Gastropub logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Distillery Gastropub

4.71,618 Google reviews

Distillery Gastropub sits in Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai, and its own site bills it as a modern gastrobar with a large whiskey and beer selection. Reviewers describe a mix of food, cocktails, live music, and shisha service, with several calling out named staff for consistently good service.

What people praise

  • Baby back ribs and nachos get repeated, specific praise
  • Shisha service called out as a highlight by name
  • Staff and management praised across multiple, detailed reviews
  • Described as a strong first-night-out spot by more than one visitor
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,618 · 68th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Slightly less review volume than the leaders, but nothing here suggests a weaker experience, just a newer or smaller crowd so far.

Website Book now+971582828099 Directions

Souk Al Manzil - Shop 01 - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

Fibber Magee’s - SZR logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Fibber Magee’s - SZR

4.52,224 Google reviews

Fibber Magee's on Sheikh Zayed Road bills itself as one of Dubai's oldest bars, and its site leans into that with a pub-grub menu, live bands, and trad sessions. It's part of a small Fibber Magee's group with other Dubai venues plus a sister pub in Manchester.

What people praise

  • Full Irish breakfast and steak get repeated, specific mentions
  • Live music and sports screenings called out as regular draws
  • Staff named individually and praised for warmth on repeat visits
  • Unlimited drinks promotions mentioned as good value

Worth knowing

  • Parking entrance described as hard to find by more than one reviewer
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume2,224 · 83th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown68% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The rating sits at the lower end of this page's range, but the sheer weight of over 2,200 reviews and its reputation as a Dubai institution still earns it a spot here.

Website Book now+97143322400 Directions

Saeed Tower 1 - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Center First - Dubai

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How we score these pubs

Rating is the live Google average for each venue. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence blends rating with volume, since a perfect score means little without reviews behind it. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a night out at a Dubai pub cost? (2026)

Reviewers on this page repeatedly logged a price-per-person figure with their visit, and it varies by venue and how much food and drink you order.

JobTypical price
Casual pub visit, drinks and light foodAED 100 - 200 per person
Full meal with drinksAED 200 - 300 per person
Higher-end dinner or lounge nightAED 350 - 450+ per person

Ranges compiled July 2026 from price-per-person figures reported directly in Google reviews for the venues on this page.

Serving Downtown Dubai and beyond

Most of these pubs cluster around Downtown Dubai and Trade Center, within walking distance or a short taxi ride of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. If you’re searching for a pub near me in Dubai and staying in Downtown, Business Bay, or along Sheikh Zayed Road, you’re within easy reach of every venue on this list.

What to check before you head out

  • Does the venue take reservations, or is it walk-in only on busy nights?
  • Is there a cover charge or minimum spend for certain nights or events?
  • What time does happy hour start and end?
  • Is outdoor seating available, and is it climate-controlled in summer?
  • Does the venue screen live sports, and which matches specifically?
  • Is valet or nearby parking available?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these pubs?

We pulled real Google ratings, review counts, and review text for pubs across Dubai, then ranked them by a mix of rating and how many customers actually reviewed them.

How often is this list updated?

We refresh the data periodically. This page reflects Google ratings and reviews verified in July 2026.

Do Dubai pubs serve alcohol every day?

Most venues on this page operate daily, though hours and any restrictions can shift around public holidays. Check directly with the pub before visiting during a holiday period.

Is it worth booking ahead?

For a specific view, table, or on a match night, yes. Several reviewers mention reservations being easy to make through the venue’s own site or Google listing.

The bottom line

The Tap House’s fountain view and deep review base make it the safest first booking, but if you want a proper football crowd or a classic Irish room instead, Double Decker and Fibber Magee’s both have the track record to back a night out. Either way, book ahead if you care about a specific table or match.

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