Juicy burgers
Reviews often highlight juicy, well-seasoned patties, toasted brioche buns and balanced toppings.
Cheatmeals Creek Beach
Dubai Creek Harbour
Cheatmeals Creek Beach is a modern diner-style fast-food restaurant in Dubai Creek Harbour, centred on indulgent cheat meals. Reviews point especially to juicy burgers, thick milkshakes and a relaxed Creek Beach setting with views, indoor and outdoor seating, and a family-friendly play area.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
528 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Crispy wings
Buffalo and sweet chilli wings are repeatedly praised for their crunch, flavour and manageable heat.
Creek views
Window tables, outdoor seating and the Creek Beach outlook add more to the visit than a standard takeaway stop.
Family friendly
A review specifically mentions TVs and a play area, making the venue workable for families with children.
Attentive service
Customers describe the team as friendly, welcoming and attentive, with orders handled promptly even during a busy evening.
Loaded fries
Loaded and cheesy fries are standout sides for diners wanting a more indulgent accompaniment to their burger.
What to Eat at Cheatmeals Creek Beach 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 Cheatmeals Creek Beach, 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 Cheatmeals Creek Beach, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Beef burger Net +2
“Tucked away in the heart of Dubai, this burger joint serves what might just be the city’s best beef burger — no exaggeration. The patty is thick, incredibly juicy, and cooked to a flawless medium, locking in that deep, smoky flavor. Nestled in a toasted brioche bun with crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a house-made sauce that hits all the right notes, every bite feels indulgent but perfectly balanced.”
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“Tucked away in the heart of Dubai, this burger joint serves what might just be the city’s best beef burger — no exaggeration. The patty is thick, incredibly juicy, and cooked to a flawless medium, locking in that deep, smoky flavor. Nestled in a toasted brioche bun with crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a house-made sauce that hits all the right notes, every bite feels indulgent but perfectly balanced.”May 2025
“Hands down the juiciest beef burger I’ve had in Dubai — perfectly seared patty, melt-in-your-mouth brioche, and toppings that actually enhance the flavor instead of overpowering it.”May 2025
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Buffalo chicken burger Net +2
“I ordered a buffalo chicken burger and the cheese perfectly complimented the chicken without being overpowering.”
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“I ordered a buffalo chicken burger and the cheese perfectly complimented the chicken without being overpowering.”January 2026
“The Buffalo Chicken Burger and Halloumi Cheese Sticks were highlights of our meal as was the strawberry lemonade.”June 2025
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Buffalo wings Net +2
“The Buffalo Wings were crispy with the right amount of heat.”
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“The Buffalo Wings were crispy with the right amount of heat.”June 2025
“We ordered the Mexican burger and buffalo wings to share… absolutely delicious, beats five guys any day.”February 2025
Honorable mentions (20)
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Cajun chips Net +1
“The burger was so juicy, the cajun chips were great, and the peanut butter milkshake was on point!”
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“The burger was so juicy, the cajun chips were great, and the peanut butter milkshake was on point!”January 2026
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Cheeseburger Net +1
“The cheeseburger was cooked perfectly wings were finger licking good and the staff were genuinely attentive”
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“The cheeseburger was cooked perfectly wings were finger licking good and the staff were genuinely attentive”September 2025
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Cheesy crazy wow Net +1
“The overloaded fries and Cheesy Crazy Wow are absolutely delicious! 😍”
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“The overloaded fries and Cheesy Crazy Wow are absolutely delicious! 😍”February 2026
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Cheesy fries Net +1
“The cheesy fries were the perfect side dish—crispy, golden, and smothered in gooey cheese.”
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“The cheesy fries were the perfect side dish—crispy, golden, and smothered in gooey cheese.”January 2025
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Chicken avocado bowl Net +1
“Loved the vibes at Cheat Meals! 🔥 Fresh, healthy, and super tasty, the chicken avocado bowl was perfect. The place looks great and the atmosphere is chill.”
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“Loved the vibes at Cheat Meals! 🔥 Fresh, healthy, and super tasty, the chicken avocado bowl was perfect. The place looks great and the atmosphere is chill.”March 2026
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Classic burger Net +1
“I had their classic burger with fries and a vanilla milkshake, and it was spot-on. The burger was perfectly juicy, the fries came out hot and crispy, and the milkshake tasted like something straight out of a classic London diner.”
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“I had their classic burger with fries and a vanilla milkshake, and it was spot-on. The burger was perfectly juicy, the fries came out hot and crispy, and the milkshake tasted like something straight out of a classic London diner.”December 2025
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Double cheesy burger Net +1
“Did not disappoint! Try the sweet chilli wings and the double cheesy burger!”
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“Did not disappoint! Try the sweet chilli wings and the double cheesy burger!”August 2025
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Halloumi cheese sticks Net +1
“The Buffalo Chicken Burger and Halloumi Cheese Sticks were highlights of our meal as was the strawberry lemonade.”
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“The Buffalo Chicken Burger and Halloumi Cheese Sticks were highlights of our meal as was the strawberry lemonade.”June 2025
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Hot-dog loaded fries Net +1
“🔥 The food is insanely good – juicy burgers, crazy tasty hot-dog loaded fries, and those milkshakes are next level.”
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“🔥 The food is insanely good – juicy burgers, crazy tasty hot-dog loaded fries, and those milkshakes are next level.”March 2025
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Lettie wrapped burger Net +1
“The Lettie wrapped burger I had was the best I ever had in my life .”
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“The Lettie wrapped burger I had was the best I ever had in my life .”February 2026
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Loaded fries Net +1
“The sides, especially the loaded fries, are a perfect complement to the burgers.”
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“The sides, especially the loaded fries, are a perfect complement to the burgers.”February 2025
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Mexican burger Net +1
“We ordered the Mexican burger and buffalo wings to share… absolutely delicious, beats five guys any day.”
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“We ordered the Mexican burger and buffalo wings to share… absolutely delicious, beats five guys any day.”February 2025
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Mozzarella sticks Net +1
“From the first bite of those juicy wings to the perfectly crispy mozzarella sticks, every item bursts with flavor and quality.”
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“From the first bite of those juicy wings to the perfectly crispy mozzarella sticks, every item bursts with flavor and quality.”July 2025
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Overloaded fries Net +1
“The overloaded fries and Cheesy Crazy Wow are absolutely delicious! 😍”
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“The overloaded fries and Cheesy Crazy Wow are absolutely delicious! 😍”February 2026
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Proper british burger Net +1
“It’s easily one of the best spots for a proper British burger fix in the UAE.”
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“It’s easily one of the best spots for a proper British burger fix in the UAE.”September 2025
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Sweet chilli chicken burger Net +1
“Tried the sweet chilli chicken burger and it was sooo good! Crispy chicken, nice kick of spice, and super filling.”
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“Tried the sweet chilli chicken burger and it was sooo good! Crispy chicken, nice kick of spice, and super filling.”September 2025
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Sweet chilli wings Net +1
“Did not disappoint! Try the sweet chilli wings and the double cheesy burger!”
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“Did not disappoint! Try the sweet chilli wings and the double cheesy burger!”August 2025
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Sweet potato fries Net +1
“I decided to get the sweet potato fries, (just to make me feel better) they were light and crispy.”
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“I decided to get the sweet potato fries, (just to make me feel better) they were light and crispy.”February 2025
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Hotdog Net 0
Mixed feedback
“The wings were crispy and packed with flavor, the burgers juicy and loaded, and the hotdogs hit the spot.”
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“The wings were crispy and packed with flavor, the burgers juicy and loaded, and the hotdogs hit the spot.”March 2025
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British beef burger Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I only tried british beef burger which was average. I will add my ratings below the more burgers I try British Beef 6.5/10”
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Chocolate milkshake Net +1
“I paired mine with the signature fries and a chocolate milkshake, and it was one of the best meals I’ve had in Dubai.”
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“I paired mine with the signature fries and a chocolate milkshake, and it was one of the best meals I’ve had in Dubai.”September 2025
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Oreo milkshake Net +1
“Brilliant burgers and especially oreo milkshake. Could do better on 🍟 overall 5/5. Jzk brother Yousaf.”
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“Brilliant burgers and especially oreo milkshake. Could do better on 🍟 overall 5/5. Jzk brother Yousaf.”January 2026
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Passion fruit lemonade Net +1
“Passion fruit lemonade was a recommended item by the staff and it was great.”
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“Passion fruit lemonade was a recommended item by the staff and it was great.”May 2025
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Peanut butter milkshake Net +1
“The burger was so juicy, the cajun chips were great, and the peanut butter milkshake was on point!”
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“The burger was so juicy, the cajun chips were great, and the peanut butter milkshake was on point!”January 2026
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Strawberry lemonade Net +1
“The Buffalo Chicken Burger and Halloumi Cheese Sticks were highlights of our meal as was the strawberry lemonade.”
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“The Buffalo Chicken Burger and Halloumi Cheese Sticks were highlights of our meal as was the strawberry lemonade.”June 2025
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Vanilla milkshake Net +1
“I had their classic burger with fries and a vanilla milkshake, and it was spot-on. The burger was perfectly juicy, the fries came out hot and crispy, and the milkshake tasted like something straight out of a classic London diner.”
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“I had their classic burger with fries and a vanilla milkshake, and it was spot-on. The burger was perfectly juicy, the fries came out hot and crispy, and the milkshake tasted like something straight out of a classic London diner.”December 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Double burgers Net −1
“We ordered 2 double burgers and 1 hotdog, but the sizes surprised us in a bad way. Unfortunately, the taste didn’t match the price either. The burgers were average at best, and the hotdog was one of the worst we have ever tried.”
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“We ordered 2 double burgers and 1 hotdog, but the sizes surprised us in a bad way. Unfortunately, the taste didn’t match the price either. The burgers were average at best, and the hotdog was one of the worst we have ever tried.”July 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try wings. Add Buffalo wings if you like crisp chicken with a noticeable but controlled kick.
Order a shake. The thick milkshakes are a major draw; peanut butter, Oreo, vanilla and chocolate are all mentioned positively.
Share sides. For a more filling meal, consider sharing loaded fries or cheesy fries alongside the burgers.
Choose your seat. Ask for a window or outdoor table when the weather suits, since several reviews highlight the views and winter-weather seating.
Allow time. Service is usually described as quick, but one quiet visit took a long time, so avoid arriving with a very tight schedule.
Plan the visit
Practical details
GF-SUNSET 1B1), CREEK BEACH - Unit No (RET 6- F&B
Al Kheeran First - Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai
| Mon | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Small portions
One recent customer found the double burgers unusually small, describing one as only about four bites.
Uneven burger
The British beef burger received a middling 6.5/10 rating from one reviewer, who called it average.
Soft potatoes
A customer reported soft potatoes and a long wait despite the restaurant being nearly empty.
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The Bottom Line
Cheatmeals Creek Beach is a burger-led diner in Dubai Creek Harbour for an indulgent, London-influenced fast-food meal. The menu gives you plenty to work with beyond a standard burger: reviews specifically call out the Lettie wrapped burger, Buffalo Chicken Burger, loaded fries and thick milkshakes. It suits a casual lunch, family meal or relaxed evening by the water.
The strongest pattern is the food’s richness and texture. Customers describe juicy patties, toasted brioche buns, crispy wings and hot, golden fries; the Buffalo wings are noted for having the right amount of heat. Milkshakes are a real speciality in the reviews, with peanut butter, Oreo, vanilla and chocolate versions described as thick and creamy.
The Creek-facing views, window tables and outdoor seating make the setting part of the appeal, while TVs and a play area are useful for families. There are a couple of cautions. 5/10.
A separate visit found soft potatoes and slow service despite a quiet dining room. Experiences are not completely uniform, so consider sharing sides and allowing some extra time rather than treating the visit as a rushed stop.