Drink range
Reviews mention a wide range of wines, spirits and beers, including both regular and prestige brands.
African + Eastern - Marina Walk
Dubai Marina
African + Eastern - Marina Walk is a liquor store in Dubai Marina with a broad selection of wines, spirits and beers. It is a convenient stop for tourists and nearby residents, with reviews highlighting helpful service, accessible parking and an in-store liquor-license application option.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
180 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tourist access
Tourists are specifically mentioned as being able to find alcohol here, with a passport noted for purchase.
Marina location
The shop is described as close to the yacht, making it a practical stop in Dubai Marina.
Parking access
One review notes that the entrance is next to Parking 2, while another mentions easy parking access.
License help
A dated review says customers could apply for a liquor license in the store.
Tips for a Better Visit
Bring passport. If you are visiting as a tourist, bring your passport when buying; one review specifically says it is needed during purchase.
Check requirements. Ask about the current license rule before choosing your products, as customers reported receiving different answers on different visits.
Carry cash. Bring cash or confirm card acceptance before shopping; one customer was told at payment that only cash could be accepted.
Use Parking 2. For easier access, head toward Parking 2: a review says the entrance is immediately next to it.
Ask delivery. If you are nearby but cannot pay in-store, ask about delivery terms first; one reported offer required a 500 AED minimum spend.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marina Walk, Next to Starbucks Coffee, Marina
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
JohnnieWalker engraving
A review mentions JohnnieWalker engraving as an option for personalising a gift.
Beluga Vodka
One review cites Beluga Vodka as an example of a prestige brand available among the broader range.
Common Concerns
Higher prices
Some customers consider the store more expensive than other UAE liquor retailers, though one called it useful for a quick Marina stop.
Payment issue
A customer was offered home delivery for a 500 AED minimum spend but was later told the purchase had to be paid in cash.
Rule inconsistency
Reviews describe inconsistent handling of license requirements, with customers receiving different answers on separate visits.
Service variance
Although friendly service is common in the reviews, some customers reported rude or unfriendly treatment.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
500 AED minimum spend
home delivery
“I have been offered a home delivery for 500 AED minimum spend, which I agreed to”Google review · September 2022
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The Bottom Line
African + Eastern - Marina Walk is a practical liquor shop in Dubai Marina, particularly useful if you need wines, spirits or beers near the yacht area. Reviews describe it as well stocked and convenient for a quick stop, with the entrance next to Parking 2 and easy parking access mentioned by customers. The selection is one of the clearer strengths.
Customers mention a wide range of wines, spirits and beers, while another review refers to everything from regular brands to prestige bottles such as Beluga Vodka. A JohnnieWalker engraving service was also mentioned for personalising a gift, and an older review says liquor-license applications could be handled in store. Service is usually described as friendly, helpful and welcoming, including for first-time visitors and tourists.
Still, the experience has not been consistent for everyone. Reviews mention rude service, a mask-related refusal, and different answers about whether a license was required. Bring your passport if you are visiting as a tourist, and check the current purchase requirements before selecting anything.
Prices may run higher than at other UAE liquor retailers. Also confirm payment options before checkout: one customer was unexpectedly told that only cash could be accepted, while a reported home-delivery option required a 500 AED minimum spend.