Fusion menu
Japanese-Peruvian food is a standout, with customers praising both its flavour and presentation.
Amelia Lounge
Downtown Dubai
Amelia Lounge is a fusion-cuisine lounge and cocktail bar in Downtown Dubai, known for Japanese-Peruvian dishes, creative cocktails and a striking steampunk-inspired interior. It suits dinner dates, celebrations and evenings that continue into a livelier lounge or nightclub atmosphere.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
2,437 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Steampunk decor
The aviation- and steampunk-inspired design gives the venue a distinctive, cinematic setting.
Steak show
Some steaks are finished at the table, turning the main course into a memorable visual moment.
Dietary care
One guest said the team was especially attentive and cooperative with gluten-free requirements.
Late-night option
Dinner can flow into an upstairs nightclub, with the atmosphere picking up after midnight.
Celebration setting
Reviews describe the setting as well suited to birthdays, engagements and anniversaries.
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive early. Come earlier if you want a calmer meal; several reviews say the venue becomes a party later at night.
Check directions. Allow extra time to locate the venue, as one guest had to search between towers.
Use valet. Valet is described as being about 20 metres from the entrance, though another review reported a long wait.
Ask recommendations. If the menu feels broad, ask the server for guidance; one group chose its dishes through recommendations.
Order steak. Consider the steak if you enjoy tableside presentation; reviewers specifically highlighted the cooking show.
Plan nightlife. For the upstairs nightclub, expect the atmosphere to build after midnight and arrive before it fills up.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Address, Sky View
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Guacamole with dried banana
This unusual version of guacamole was one of a diner’s favourite dishes.
Wagyu bao with truffle
A reviewer called this truffle-topped wagyu bao a must-try dish.
Truffle pizza
The truffle pizza is mentioned both in sharing-menu feedback and set-menu praise.
Squid ink risotto
One repeat visitor said the squid ink risotto was consistently good.
Common Concerns
Loud evenings
Music and late-night energy can make conversation difficult, especially later in the evening.
Service delays
One visit involved a 40-minute wait for oysters and another 40 minutes to receive and pay the bill.
Small portions
A reviewer found the sushi portions surprisingly small for the price.
Hard to find
A first-time Valentine’s visit involved going from tower to tower because the address was vague.
Value concerns
Some diners felt the food and drinks were expensive relative to the overall experience.
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The Bottom Line
Amelia Lounge in Downtown Dubai combines a restaurant, lounge and cocktail-bar evening in a dramatic aviation- and steampunk-inspired setting. The menu leans Japanese-Peruvian, with reviews mentioning salmon ceviche, sushi, guacamole with dried banana and wagyu dishes. It works especially well for date nights, birthdays and other celebrations where dinner is meant to feel like an occasion.
Several dishes receive specific praise: the truffle pizza, wagyu bao with truffle, squid ink risotto and steak. The steak can be finished on the table over a hot Himalayan salt board, adding a theatrical touch. Cocktails are also repeatedly described as creative and well balanced, while service is often attentive and helpful with recommendations or dietary needs.
Timing matters. Earlier visits can feel relaxed, but the music grows louder later and the venue shifts towards a party atmosphere; the upstairs nightclub becomes busier after midnight. Conversation may be difficult for diners seeking a quiet meal, and one reviewer reported strong smoke smells.
Service has generally been praised, but there are also reports of delayed orders, a long wait for the bill and disappointing value at around AED 1,000 per person. Check directions before arriving, and consider valet, which one reviewer found close to the entrance.