< Previous30 September 2023 timeoutdubai.com Things to do Ibiza vibes Ibiza Beach Festival Dubai is returning to the sand on Saturday September 30. Mochakk is making his UAE debut, with Stasi Sanlin, Jixo & Danz, Clint Maximus and Sug also on the line-up. Starting at noon and lasting until 1am, it’s expected to attract 5,000 ravers. O From Dhs250. Sat Sep 30, noon-1am. Soul Beach, JA The Resort, Ibzfestival.com. TO DXB_509_30-32_THINGS TO DO_12976429.indd 3024/08/2023 10:48timeoutdubai.com September 2023 31 Sushi savings ROOFTOP VIEWS, A PLATTER AND BOTTLE OF GRAPE Attiko’s September sushi offer Swing by super-cool rooftop lounge Attiko at the W Dubai – Mina Seyahi to see 180-degree panoramic views and dine on a sushi platter paired with a bottle of grape this month. The deal, priced at Dhs295 per person, is available Monday to Thursday from 5pm onwards until September 30. O Dhs295 (per person, minimum of two people). Mon-Thu from 5pm. Until Sep 30. W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina, theattiko.com (04 350 9983). ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FOR DHS160 SOON Izakaya launches new deal Chopsticks at the ready, JLT hotspot SOON Izakaya is now serving all-you-can-eat sushi on Sunday evenings. Available from 6pm until 10pm, you’ll get sushi, sashimi and more for two hours, it will cost Dhs160 per person and Dhs260 if you want to add unlimited house beverages. O Dhs160 (unlimited sushi), Dhs260 (unlimited sushi and beverages). Sun 6pm-10pm. Cluster P, JLT, soondxb.com (055 434 0575). RESORT LIVING FOR LESS Emirates Golf Club launches bargain Dhs150 pool day FitLab at Emirates Golf Club is inviting sun-seekers to set up camp on a lounger seven days a week from 7am until 8pm for just Dhs150. Plus, it’s fully redeemable on food and drink from the pool bar. O Dhs150. Mon-Sun 7am-8pm. Emirates Golf Club, Sheikh Zayed Road, dubaigolf.com (04 417 9999). Have your cake Cake happy hour is now a thing at Shangri-La Dubai and we’re here for it. From 5pm onwards, the Shangri-La Dubai Lobby Lounge hosts the daily cake happy hour, offering a 50 percent discount on all cakes and pastries. The luxury hotel offers a large selection of treats, so whether you’re a chocolate fan or prefer something with fruity air you’ll be in luck. Pair it with a hot cup of tea and you’ll start your evening on a sweet note. O Prices vary. Daily 5pm-midnight. Lobby Lounge, Shangri La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, shangri-la.com (04 343 8888). Davido in Dubai Afrobeats star Davido is bringing his Timeless Tour to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena this month. With music videos streamed over two billion times, Davido was featured on the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 soundtrack. Get ready to enjoy the sounds and culture of Africa. O From Dhs175. Sat Sep 2, 8pm. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, coca-cola-arena.com. TO DXB_509_30-32_THINGS TO DO_12976429.indd 3124/08/2023 10:4832 September 2023 timeoutdubai.com Listen up, ladies TIME TO UNWIND Spa day at Ciel Spa Make Wednesday a spa day. Women can unwind with Ciel Spa’s 60-minute massage, and have access to the spa’s state-of-the-art facilities and a rooftop pool on the 75th oor of the SLS Hotel for Dhs399. O Dhs399. Wed 9am-10pm. Until Sep 30. SLS Dubai, Business Bay, @cielspadubai (04 607 0654). GOLF WITH THE GALS Topgolf’s ladies’ night Grab a bay at Topgolf and whack a few balls while savouring unlimited bubbly or four house beverages during an evening extravaganza of musicians and a live DJ – then keep the night going during the afterparty at The Yard. O Dhs200. Mon from 6pm. Emirates Golf Club, Sheikh Zayed Road, topgolfdubai.ae (04 371 9999). Attention ravers Bassline-lovers unite, Garage Nation Dubai is back on Saturday September 16. The huge garage music event will take place at the newly renovated P7 Arena in Media One Hotel. Whitley Ruchea, So Solid Twins, MC Ultra and Masterstepz are on the line-up. O From Dhs150. Sat Sep 16, 8pm onwards. P7 Arena, Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City, garagenationdxb.com (058 591 6268). ROCK THE BOAT Dubai to Sharjah ferry returns Travelling between Dubai and Sharjah? You can now journey between the Emirates sans road traf c via ferry. The service runs eight journeys a day from Monday to Thursday, and six journeys from Friday to Sunday at various times. This marine service shuttles between Al Ghubaiba Marine Station in Dubai and Aquarium Marine Station in Sharjah and takes around 35 minutes. O Dhs15 (Silver Class), Dhs25 (Gold Class), free (kids under ve). rta.ae IT’S TIME TO LOL at The Laughter Factory Get ready for a giggle as the Laughter Factory has a brand-new show to enjoy. You have four chances to catch it – on Friday September 15 and Saturday September 16 (both at Mövenpick JBR), as well as Thursday September 21 (Radisson Damac Hills) and Saturday September 23 (Dukes Dubai The Palm). O Dhs160. Sep 15, 16, 21, 23, 8.30pm. Various locations, thelaughterfactory.com (050 878 6728). Classic films The Summer of Classics lm festival at Cinema Akil is continuing throughout September. Curated by the expert cinephiles at the boutique cinema, you can see lms from Lebanon, Senegal, France, India, the US, and Germany. Flicks on show (at various times) include Hairspray, Thelma and Louise, Sans Soleil, The Doll and more. You can book a season ticket for all eight for Dhs240. O Dhs56.50 (per lm), Dhs240 (season ticket). Various times, until Thu Sep 14. Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, cinemaakil.com. TO DXB_509_30-32_THINGS TO DO_12976429.indd 3224/08/2023 15:59NEW OPENINGS 34 September 2023 timeoutdubai.com Artwork by Dina Saadi at Time Out Market Dubai DREAMS THE SEASON OF TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3424/08/2023 16:00NEW OPENINGS timeoutdubai.com September 2023 35 S eptember has arrived, which means it’s time to get out and explore all the brand-new openings popping up around the city. From cool, fresh restaurants to funky new nightlife spots, fun attractions for the whole family and gorgeous beach clubs – we bring you all the incredible new openings to check out, right now. Shades on, these are dazzling. RESTAURANTS NEW OPENINGS TO BOOK NOW Enjoy date night at The Guild Want to impress with something ultra-new? The Guild opened this summer in DIFC. Currently, you can dine at The Nurseries and get drinks at The Potting Shed, but when it’s fully open it will be home to five concepts including The Rockpool, The Salon, The Aviary, as well as a few smaller spaces including a pastry boutique, a bubbly room, a Cuban roll lounge and a small chocolate decorating salon. O IDC Brook eld Place, DIFC, @theguilddubai. Check out a dual-purpose new outlet Around The Block/TORI Around the Block Coffee, the brainchild of Emirati entrepreneur Ismail Al Sharif, is a Dubai-born brand that features an ever-evolving daytime menu. And every day when the sun sets, the newly opened Al Brand-new ways to add some sparkle to your winter in Dubai TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3524/08/2023 16:00NEW OPENINGS 36 September 2023 timeoutdubai.com Khawaneej Walk coffee shop is transformed into a Japanese eatery, TORI. O Al Khawaneej Walk, Al Khawaneej, @aroundtheblock (04 332 8170). Chow down on a fully stacked sandwich at Rascals Carb-lover? Home-grown brand Rascals serves up speciality sandwiches such as the signature Rascal sandwich with bresaola, salami, a basil arugula mix, seasoned honey burrata and spicy red pepper sauce flanked by a pillowy Shokupan milk bread. O Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah, @rascalsdeli (04 286 0314). Dig into a burger at Eleven Green This super-cool (and much talked about) new spot comes from Tanos At 8 supper club chefs, Sultan and Kinda Chatila. A home- grown burger bistro in the heart of Jumeirah, expect a selection of hero dishes, with highlights including the angry chicken burger, classic cheeseburger and the famous bull burger, served in a Hokkaido milk bun. O Meyan Mall, Al Thaniya Street, eleven-green.com. Dine at supper club- turned-hotspot Hawkerboi If you’ve missed this on on Insta, you’ve been away for the summer. Known for its secret supper clubs, which became a cult favourite with in-the-know diners, this is the first bricks-and-mortar venue of the famed supper club, expect delicious Asian street food-style dishes in a cooling set-up in JLT. O The Park, JLT, @hawker.boi (050 427 5217). Dunk some serious chicken at BonBird Love Pickl? Love chicken? You’ll love this. BonBird opened at the start of the summer and is a southern-style fried chicken shop, serving up buckets of bone-in fresh fried chicken, meaty chicken sandwiches, chunky tenders and sides such as gravy, mac and three cheese and chicken salt fries. O City Walk, bonbirdchicken.com (04 228 2656). Experience the hype at Chez Wam This much-talked about venue from the team behind Twiggy and La Cantine opened on the Palm in July, and is super-hot right now. Named after the French slang phrase for “Chez Moi”, which means “At Mine”, the venue is inspired by the idea of being invited to a friend’s house for lunch or dinner. Coming from chef Hadrien Villedieu, the food is a celebration of the chef’s signature French-rooted cuisine. O The St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah, chezwam.ae (04 410 6707). Eat at chef Izu’s latest opening Kai Enzo Fan of chef Izu Ani? His latest launch, Kai Enzo opened in June and serves a hybrid of Japanese and Mediterranean food. Boasting super views from the rooftop, it’s a good’un. NEW SEASON! For top new brunches to check out see page 50. TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3624/08/2023 16:02NEW OPENINGS timeoutdubai.com September 2023 37 O Hyatt Centric, La Mer North, Jumeirah 1, @kaienzodubai (04 302 1275). Immerse yourself in food and art at Krasota This immersive gastro-theatre destination comes from Russia’s famed White Rabbit restaurant. Expect dishes and a 360-degree multi-media art, light and sound show based on work by painters from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. O Address Downtown Hotel, Downtown Dubai, krasota.art (04 433 1258). Share tapas and a view at Tagomago This cute restaurant and beach club opened just ahead of the summer from the Twiggy team and quickly became a place for holiday vibes and sundowners. Serving Mediterranean dishes, the food and views at this much-talked about Palm hotspot are delightful. The beach club shut for the hotter months and is due to relaunch is September, so you’re just in time. O Azure Residences, Palm Jumeirah, tagomago.ae (04 832 6620). Stroll through City Walk to Nola Bijou Bistro & Bar Bringing its famed New Orleans vibes to another location, Nola in City Walk opened at the start of the summer, serving classics from the popular JLT menu along with some tasty new additions. O The Square, City Walk, noladubai.com (04 334 4098). Eleven Green BEACH CLUBS COMING SOON! BCH CLB AT W DUBAI – THE PALM A new party spot to open on the Palm. O W Dubai – The Palm, marriott.com. GIGI RIGOLETTO This St Tropez-born beach club will be coming to J1 Beach. O J 1 Beach, La Mer, Jumeirah 1. LIMONATA BY LUCIA’S Family-friendly fun for Club Vista Mare. O Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah Dubai, @limonatadubai. MAISON LA PLAGE An upcoming spot from chef Izu Ani. O The Club, West Beach, Palm Jumeirah. SIRENE BEACH BY GAIA Another from chef Izu, this time at J1. O J1 Beach, La Mer, Jumeirah 1.. Rascals TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3724/08/2023 16:03NEW OPENINGS 38 September 2023 timeoutdubai.com Take a mall pit-stop at Konjiki Hototogisu Shopping left you hungry? This super- famous ramen joint is now in Dubai. The unpretentious spot opened in July and serves ramen made with an age-old recipe that showcases its depth and complexity, making you feel like you’re on the streets of Tokyo, not in a mall in Dubai. O Mall of The Emirates, Al Barsha, @konjiki.uae (04 227 6811) Try chef Reif Othman’s new Korean spot Hoe Lee Kow Chef Reif Othman has brought an unconventional (and soon-to-be licensed) Korean BBQ concept, named Hoe Lee Kow, to the city. His first venture into Korean cuisine, expect Othman’s signature take on dishes at this Dubai Hills spot. O Dubai Hills Business Park, Dubai Hills, @hlkbyreif (04 255 5142). Visit a relaunched old-school fave OKKU Dubai OKKU was a popular name back at The H Dubai before closing in 2018, but this summer it made a comeback. It’s now on the Palm, boasting a 20-metre-long sushi bar and robata grill. OG fans will appreciate the return of the jellyfish. O Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, @okkudxb (04 666 1566). NIGHTLIFE THE HOTTEST PLACES TO PARTY Catch a buzz at Honeycomb Hi-Fi September is notoriously sweaty, and as it’s not quite balmy enough for al fresco evenings Honeycomb Hi-Fi has a new enclosed terrace area to make sure you can enjoy your drinks in cool A/C, while still making the most of the buzzing vibe. And that’s not all, there are several exciting new dishes on the menu, from a wagyu monaka katsu sando to sweet corn mocha risotto. O Pullman Hotel Business Bay, honeycombhi .com (04 412 6666). Check out a new ladies’ night at Soon Izakaya Inspired by 1980s cyberpunk, Soon is a funky izakaya in JLT. With daily deals, cool music and super sushi, this vibey new hotspot also has a fresh ladies’ night deal where drinks are free-flowing, for free, from 7pm until 9pm every Tuesday. O Armada 2 Tower, Cluster P, JLT, soondxb.com (04 434 0575). Enjoy brunch and a show at Babylon You will have no doubt seen this venue on your social media feeds. Described as ‘part chic restaurant, part energetic club’, this dinner-show venue has live entertainment, pumping music and energetic vibe. Head there for a brunch with a difference every Saturday from 1pm until 4pm, with packages from Dhs395. O Gate Village 5, DIFC, babylondifc.com (04 352 7750). Get 24-hour drinks and food at The Permit Room Night-owl? Open 24 hours a day, The Permit Room by Bar Baar is for you. The quirky bar that’s open all hours serves up Indian- themed bites and drinks, has indoor and outdoor seating and is even pet-friendly. That’s your 3am walk with Rover sorted. O Majestic City Retreat Hotel, Bur Dubai (04 359 8888). Have a pint at The Black Sheep Any Brits missing home comforts will be delighted to hear that new pub The Black Sheep opened in JLT over the summer. This home-grown pub, found where Le Petit Belge used to be, promises British grub, a hops garden for winter and a daily happy hour. Soon Izakaya O Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Cluster T, theblacksheepdubai.com (058 599 5664). Listen to live jazz at Blind Tiger There’s a new weekly jazz night at cool Turtle Lagoon bar Blind Tiger, called Untamed Sessions. Bringing speakeasy vibes alive, the music will take you back to yesteryear every Thursday from 9pm. O Jumeirah Al Naseem, Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, jumeirah.com (800 323232). Party at new nightclub ICY Taking the place of the original Cirque Le Soir nightclub, ICY Dubai opened in July, ready to welcome all the city’s party people back for the winter. With two bars, VIP booths, a VVIP private room and a 36 sq m screen, it’s billing itself as ‘the most technologically advanced nightclub in Dubai’. O Fairmount Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, icydubai.com (056 409 3333). Nola Bijou Bistro & Bar TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3824/08/2023 16:03NEW OPENINGS timeoutdubai.com September 2023 39 Boom Battle Bar Sample juniper drinks at Agora A brand-new opening, Grecian-inspired mixed drinks bar Agora just launched at The Dubai Edition last month. With space for 100 bargoers, it promises an extensive menu of juniper-based beverages and tonics, plus Mediterranean-inspired sharing platters. O The Dubai Edition, Downtown Dubai, @agoradxb (04 602 3333). Save during happy hour at new McGettigan’s Love McGetts? The popular Irish bar opened a brand-new outlet in Dubai Science Park over the summer, boasting all your fave deals, quiz nights, live music and more. Of course the pub grub you know and love is on the menu, while there’s a daily happy hour, too – all the way through until 8pm. O Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, Dubai Science Park, Al Barsha South, mcgettigans.com (04 567 1400). Sip on mixed drink at Alma Bar Alma Bar from London’s Soho has landed in DIFC. Found inside cool Latino restaurant Sucre, Alma Bar is positioning itself as a mixed drink and dining spot that hopes to embody its British roots while embracing Middle Eastern culture, with live music every Monday and Wednesday. O Gate Village 5, DIFC, sucredubai.com (04 227 5569). Soak up speakeasy vibes at 7 Tales This cool Japanese speakeasy bar opened earlier this year above British chef Jason Atherton’s restaurant City Social in Grosvenor House. A playful bar with creative mixed drinks, there’s a focus on music, too. O Grosvenor House a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai Marina, 7talesdubai.com (04 402 2222). Try axe-throwing at Boom Battle Bar Exported from the UK with axe-throwing, crazy golf and karaoke, Boom Battle Bar opened in Dubai in July. Found in JBR, a night out here is anything from ordinary, but instead, comes with a side of activities and organised fun. Plus, from Sunday to Friday between 4pm to 8pm, selected house drinks are Dhs35 and you can get two games for the price of one on crazy golf. O DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, The Walk, boombattlebar.com (04 585 7357). ATTRACTIONS NEW FUN THINGS TO DO Get your veg at Bloom Market Dubai residents can now shop for fresh fruit and vegetables at a massive, brand- new indoor market in Al Aweer. Bloom Market is now open and features 600 booths across 66,000 square metres, with fun tourist attractions and special supplier rates – meaning you can bag top quality produce and avoid paying a premium while you’re at it. O Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3, Al Aweer (800 900) . Let off steam at Glitch With more than 30 different indoor games to play, this massive entertainment park in Deira is spread over 40,000 sq ft and opened in June. Suitable for the whole family, the activities include a ninja warrior- style course, an indoor roller glider, bowling, climbing activities and VR games. You’ll need a couple of hours to to do it all. O Al Ghurair Centre, Deira glitcharabia.com. TO DXB_509_34-41_New Seasons Openings copy_12991647.indd 3924/08/2023 16:03Next >