Marina views
Outdoor seating can overlook the infinity pool and Dubai Marina, while other tables face the pool.
AMARA LOUNGE
Dubai Marina
Amara Lounge is a restaurant and lounge in Dubai Marina, serving all-day dining from buffet breakfast through à la carte lunch and dinner. Reviews highlight marina and pool views, a relaxed atmosphere, and specific favourites including sushi, lava cake and Sunday roast.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
150 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast buffet
The breakfast buffet is described as diverse, with plenty of food choices.
Warm atmosphere
Reviews describe a lounge that feels lively yet relaxing, with warm lighting and a welcoming interior.
Sunday roast
One resident review calls the Sunday roast the best in Dubai after two decades of experience.
Family friendly
Families have praised the service with children, including staff making hot chocolate for a son and helping with kids.
What to Eat at AMARA LOUNGE 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 AMARA LOUNGE, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of AMARA LOUNGE, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 6
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Burger Net +1
“Shivani kiran aidran perfect burger good he’s very good food excellent service you in July. Very nice for the dinner. OK”
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Review excerpts
“Shivani kiran aidran perfect burger good he’s very good food excellent service you in July. Very nice for the dinner. OK”June 2025
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Ice cold beers Net +1
“Outstanding professionalism and always very attentive, made sure I always had ice cold beers after long days... was always very helpful with any questions I had too. Thanks Aung, appreciate it my friend!!!”
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“Outstanding professionalism and always very attentive, made sure I always had ice cold beers after long days... was always very helpful with any questions I had too. Thanks Aung, appreciate it my friend!!!”May 2024
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Lamb chop Net +1
“The lamb chop was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and full of flavour.”
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“The lamb chop was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and full of flavour.”May 2025
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Lava cake Net +1
“To finish, she recommended a fantastic lava cake, which was simply amazing – the perfect sweet ending to a great meal.”
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Review excerpts
“To finish, she recommended a fantastic lava cake, which was simply amazing – the perfect sweet ending to a great meal.”February 2026
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Shish tawook Net +1
“Fairly broad menu. My go-to is the shish tawook.”
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Review excerpts
“Fairly broad menu. My go-to is the shish tawook.”January 2024
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Sunday roast Net +1
“And the Sunday roast the best in Dubai with 20 years of experience”
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Review excerpts
“And the Sunday roast the best in Dubai with 20 years of experience”June 2025
Drinks 2
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Daiquiri Net +1
“Adnan was very very careful with our order, and I got the best Daiquiri wich was not in Menü but Aung made it just perfect 🤩 everything is nice and we love Jumeirah living and enjoying it every time we are in Dubai.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Adnan was very very careful with our order, and I got the best Daiquiri wich was not in Menü but Aung made it just perfect 🤩 everything is nice and we love Jumeirah living and enjoying it every time we are in Dubai.”March 2025
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Coffee Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I live in Marina Gate and this is the best place for a coffee and/or lunch. The food and service is always 10/10, shout out to Adnan for exceptional service every time! :)”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I live in Marina Gate and this is the best place for a coffee and/or lunch. The food and service is always 10/10, shout out to Adnan for exceptional service every time! :)”March 2025
What to Avoid (1)
Food 1
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2 Course business lunch Net −1
“I cannot believe your 2 course business lunch is aed 130. What a joke 😂😂😂”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I cannot believe your 2 course business lunch is aed 130. What a joke 😂😂😂”January 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask outdoors. If the view matters, ask about outdoor seating: a review says it looks over the infinity pool and Dubai Marina.
Check happy hour. For drinks, check the reported 4–7pm happy hour before ordering.
Check seating rules. If you are visiting for drinks only, confirm where you can sit before settling in, as one guest reported restricted main-room seating.
Check discounts. If eligible, check the Jumeirah One app for the reported 20 percent discount before paying.
Allow time. Build in extra time during your visit, since one diner specifically reported very slow service.
Try breakfast. Breakfast is a useful starting point if you want variety: one review found the buffet had lots of options.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khayay St
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
One diner reported that service was very slow, so allow extra time if you have a schedule.
Drinks seating
A review says drink-only guests were directed to a spot facing the kitchen and construction work.
Weekend minimum
A resident reported a minimum spend on weekends and restrictions on drinking coffee outdoors.
Inconsistent food
Food feedback is mixed: one review found it merely okay, while another specifically criticised the pizzas as not fresh.
Business lunch cost
One customer objected to the AED 130 price of the two-course business lunch after an unhappy meal.
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The Bottom Line
Amara Lounge is a restaurant and lounge in Dubai Marina, useful for everything from buffet breakfast to à la carte lunch and dinner. The strongest reasons to consider it are the pool and marina outlook, a warm lounge atmosphere, and a menu with some memorable individual dishes. Reviews specifically mention sushi, lava cake, beef steak and a well-regarded Sunday roast.
Breakfast appears to be a reliable choice for families and residents, with one guest praising the diverse buffet and another returning for breakfast over several days. Families have also mentioned helpful service with children and access to the pool and facilities. Outdoor seating gives a clear view of the infinity pool and Dubai Marina, although the most suitable table may be worth confirming when you arrive.
The experience is not completely consistent. One diner found the service very slow, while another said the food was only okay; pizzas were also described as not fresh. A drinks-only guest reported being directed toward a kitchen and construction view and being told food was needed for the main room.
Check the reported 4–7pm happy hour and the Jumeirah One app’s 20 percent discount, but confirm current terms and any weekend minimum spend before ordering.