Marina views
Open-air seating gives diners views across the Marina, and some reviews also mention JBR.
Arena Shisha Terrace
Dubai Marina
Arena Shisha Terrace is an outdoor lounge bar in Dubai Marina serving shisha, drinks and food, with big-screen sports coverage. Reviews highlight the open-air Marina setting and cocktails, while diners mention the shawarma plate and chicken pizza as worthwhile food options.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
118 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cocktail setting
Customers describe it as a good spot for cocktails under the stars, with one review praising strong cocktails.
Shisha
Several customers rate the shisha highly, including one who called it amazing and another who praised the shisha expertise.
Sports setup
Arena-style, tiered seating and projectors showing a game make the venue suited to watching sports.
Attentive service
One late-night visit received friendly service despite the guests arriving at last call.
Valet parking
A customer noted valet availability and proximity to public transport.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm opening. Check that the venue is operating before travelling; an August 2025 reviewer said it was closed.
Check drinks. Confirm the drink name and price when ordering, especially after reports of receiving a different wine drink.
Choose weather. The open terrace may be more comfortable in cooler weather; one review specifically said it must be awesome in winter.
Expect weekends. If you prefer a quieter visit, avoid peak weekend periods, which one reviewer said are busier.
Use valet. Valet is available, and a review also places the venue close to public transport.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Second Floor - Marina Byblos Hotel - Al Hubob St
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, 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
Shawarma plate
One diner specifically enjoyed the shawarma plate during a meal that also included pizza and calamari.
Chicken pizza
The chicken pizza was among the dishes one reviewer singled out as delightful.
Fried calamari
Fried calamari was also praised in a review of the food.
Common Concerns
Alcohol concerns
Two reviews allege misleading alcohol orders or scams; check every drink and its price before accepting it.
Mixed food
One customer found the food fresh but reported that it was burnt.
Aged decor
The terrace and decor were described as old, which may disappoint visitors expecting a polished setting.
Shisha inconsistency
Although many reviews praise the shisha, other customers found the flavour or overall quality weak.
Pricey visits
One review considered the venue expensive for its older terrace setting.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
60 AED
Hookahs
“Hookahs for 60 AED”Google review · April 2021
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The Bottom Line
Arena Shisha Terrace is an open-air lounge bar in Dubai Marina built around shisha, drinks, food and big-screen sports. The strongest reasons to consider it are the Marina outlook, cocktails under the stars and the arena-style seating with projectors showing games. It can work for a relaxed evening with friends, especially if the view matters as much as the food.
The menu has received some specific praise: one diner enjoyed the freshly squeezed juices, shawarma plate, chicken pizza and fried calamari, while another described the food as amazing. Shisha is also a recurring draw, although the feedback is not consistent; some customers call it amazing, while others say the flavour needs improvement or the hookah was poor. One dated review reported hookahs at 60 AED, but that should not be treated as a current price.
There are practical positives, including valet parking and nearby public transport. The terrace may be more appealing in winter, and weekends can be busier. Do check that the venue is open before setting out: an August 2025 review said it was closed.
Also confirm drink names and prices at the table, since multiple reviews raise serious concerns about alcohol orders. Older decor, burnt food and occasional disorganisation are additional reasons to keep expectations measured.