Beach setting
Outdoor tables sit beside the beach, with some diners able to hear the ocean waves while eating.
Al Khayma at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa
Jumeirah
Al Khayma is a Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurant in Jumeirah, set beside the beach at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa. Reviews point to Lebanese dishes, outdoor sea views and shisha, with Ramadan iftar also drawing strong praise.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
301 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Lebanese food
Customers describe the food as authentic Lebanese, with a broad choice of dishes and well-presented plates.
Shisha
Shisha is a major part of the experience, and one reviewer specifically praised the preparation and seaside seating.
Iftar atmosphere
Several Ramadan diners enjoyed the ambience, generous buffet and attentive service during iftar.
Live sport
The restaurant has been mentioned as a place to watch live football while eating or having shisha.
Outdoor calm
The deck and surrounding greenery create a peaceful setting, especially in cooler weather.
What to Eat at Al Khayma at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Al Khayma at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Al Khayma at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Arabic lamb biryani Net +1
“The Prawns salad was breathtaking with the flavours mingling well with each other and the Arabic Lamb biryani was really good.”
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Review excerpts
“The Prawns salad was breathtaking with the flavours mingling well with each other and the Arabic Lamb biryani was really good.”May 2021
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Lebanese arak Net +1
“They serve shisha and was introduced to Lebanese arak. Thoroughly enjoyed it.”
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“They serve shisha and was introduced to Lebanese arak. Thoroughly enjoyed it.”March 2018
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Prawns salad Net +1
“The Prawns salad was breathtaking with the flavours mingling well with each other and the Arabic Lamb biryani was really good.”
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Review excerpts
“The Prawns salad was breathtaking with the flavours mingling well with each other and the Arabic Lamb biryani was really good.”May 2021
What to Avoid (1)
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Suhoor Net −1
“I went for Suhoor and I was disappointed with the quality of the food and overall experience.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I went for Suhoor and I was disappointed with the quality of the food and overall experience.”March 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve ahead. Ask about a reservation before arriving, particularly if you are dining alone or visiting at a busy time.
Arrive early. For the most sought-after outdoor tables beside the water, arrive early; weekends can become busy.
Confirm Suhoor. Before ordering Suhoor, confirm exactly what is included and whether water or drinks cost extra.
Request seating. If you want a quieter meal, ask where shisha is restricted, since one review says it was permitted throughout the restaurant.
Check parking. Confirm valet availability before travelling: one older review mentions valet, while a later iftar review says it was not offered.
Plan the visit
Practical details
1 شارع شاطئ جميرة
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Some diners waited without being approached, while others had to repeatedly call the waiter for basic service.
Suhoor value
A Suhoor visit was criticised for offering only appetizers at a price close to the iftar buffet, with water charged separately.
Outdoor heating
An outdoor diner said repeated requests to switch on the heater were not acted on during a cold Suhoor.
Hookah smoke
Hookah was reportedly allowed throughout the restaurant, which may bother diners who do not smoke.
Late noise
A neighbouring review reported loud music and bass continuing until around 3am, especially on Fridays and Saturdays.
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The Bottom Line
Al Khayma is a Lebanese restaurant in Jumeirah at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, with a deck-like setting beside the beach. You can order Lebanese food, sit outdoors with sea views, and add shisha; reviews also mention live football matches and Lebanese arak. The ocean-side setting is the main draw, especially in cooler weather.
Food feedback is generally positive but not uniform. Diners have praised tasty, well-presented dishes and an authentic Lebanese menu. During Ramadan, the iftar buffet received several strong reviews for its variety, flavour and atmosphere.
Suhoor is a different story: one group said it received only appetizers, while another found the food merely okay and missed dessert, fruit and drinks beyond water. Service ranges from warm and attentive to frustratingly slow. Some guests were looked at without being served, or had to call repeatedly; outdoor heating was also not switched on despite repeated requests.
Shisha is popular, though smoke may be uncomfortable for non-smokers because one review says it was allowed throughout the restaurant. Reserve ahead, check what Suhoor includes, and arrive early if you want a waterside table. Parking information is inconsistent across reviews, so confirm valet before going.
Late-night music may also be an issue nearby on weekends.