JBR Views
The terrace and balcony seating look across the sea towards the JBR skyline, making the setting a major part of the visit.
Dolce Green
Bluewaters Island
Dolce Green is a healthy-food bistro on Bluewaters Island, with poke bowls, salads, smoothies and lighter breakfast options. Its main draw is the relaxed terrace overlooking JBR, where reviews mention bean bags, coffee and a scenic spot for lunch or a long catch-up.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
801 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Poke Bowls
The Japan poke, tuna tartare and other poke bowls are repeatedly mentioned, with one review calling the bowls fresh and hearty.
Healthy Choices
The menu includes healthy dishes across poke bowls, salads, burgers and sandwiches, with reviews also noting vegan and vegetarian options.
Relaxed Seating
Bean bags, swings, couches and terrace seating create a casual place to linger over food, drinks or a coffee.
Friendly Service
Multiple reviews describe the team as cheerful, attentive and helpful, including during a long morning-to-afternoon stay.
Work-Friendly
One review specifically mentions comfortable decor and a strong Wi-Fi connection, useful if you want to work while having drinks or snacks.
Free Parking
A review reports free parking at Bluewaters, while another notes plenty of basement parking spaces.
What to Eat at Dolce Green 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 Dolce Green, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Dolce Green, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Poké bowl Net +2
“The food was really good and it was a nice/ chill atmosphere. Got to see all the boats passing by. got dumplings and a Poké bowl with their large selection of tea. Great place to hang out with people and do your thing.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was really good and it was a nice/ chill atmosphere. Got to see all the boats passing by. got dumplings and a Poké bowl with their large selection of tea. Great place to hang out with people and do your thing.”December 2022
“Really tasty, fresh & hearty poke bowls. Yummy smoothies. Kids menu available. Beautiful view over Dubai Marina. Cheerful service.”April 2022
Honorable mentions (15)
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Acai bowl Net +1
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”
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“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”October 2023
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Avosalmon tartare Net +1
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”
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Review excerpts
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”October 2023
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Baked salmon Net +1
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”
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Review excerpts
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”October 2023
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Chef salad Net +1
“Tuna tartare and Chef Salad were good”
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Review excerpts
“Tuna tartare and Chef Salad were good”October 2022
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Chicken sliders Net +1
“The Poke salad was good and chicken sliders were very good.”
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“The Poke salad was good and chicken sliders were very good.”January 2022
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Crispy chicken burger Net +1
“The CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER is to die for. IT WAS FIRE!!”
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“The CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER is to die for. IT WAS FIRE!!”January 2022
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Crispy pancake Net +1
“The crispy pancake is good (7/10). The orange juice very tasty (9/10).”
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Review excerpts
“The crispy pancake is good (7/10). The orange juice very tasty (9/10).”January 2022
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Gyoza starter Net +1
“I liked the gyoza starter. So it was nice.”
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Review excerpts
“I liked the gyoza starter. So it was nice.”March 2023
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Japan poke Net +1
“The Japan poke and green smoothie were particularly good!”
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Review excerpts
“The Japan poke and green smoothie were particularly good!”February 2023
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Kale salad Net +1
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food is healthy. I liked the Avosalmon Tartare and Baked Salmon. The Kale Salad and Acai Bowl were even better. But, the food could be tastier. Still, I recommend this restaurant for its good service, healthy food, and lovely view.”October 2023
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Poke salad Net +1
“The Poke salad was good and chicken sliders were very good.”
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Review excerpts
“The Poke salad was good and chicken sliders were very good.”January 2022
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Tuna tartare Net +1
“Tuna tartare and Chef Salad were good”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Tuna tartare and Chef Salad were good”October 2022
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Breakast eggs Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The breakast eggs where okay.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
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Veg version of tacos Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Food- Very less vegetarian options..we took veg version of tacos with pink hummus n sesame seeds n a veggie burger .tasted ok..prices are too high.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
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Veggie burger Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Food- Very less vegetarian options..we took veg version of tacos with pink hummus n sesame seeds n a veggie burger .tasted ok..prices are too high.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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Green smoothie Net +1
“The Japan poke and green smoothie were particularly good!”
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Review excerpts
“The Japan poke and green smoothie were particularly good!”February 2023
What to Avoid (5)
Food 4
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Beef burger Net −1
“Spicy tuna poke was a disaster with no flavor and to top it all the tuna was stale and had a stink, when we complained to the server we were told that the tuna was fresh, beef burger that was highly recommended was frozen patty and came with nacho chips!!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Spicy tuna poke was a disaster with no flavor and to top it all the tuna was stale and had a stink, when we complained to the server we were told that the tuna was fresh, beef burger that was highly recommended was frozen patty and came with nacho chips!!”January 2022
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French toast Net −1
“French toast is 70 dirhams, nothing special at all ?!!!”
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Critical review excerpts
“French toast is 70 dirhams, nothing special at all ?!!!”March 2023
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Spicy tuna poke Net −1
“Spicy tuna poke was a disaster with no flavor and to top it all the tuna was stale and had a stink, when we complained to the server we were told that the tuna was fresh, beef burger that was highly recommended was frozen patty and came with nacho chips!!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Spicy tuna poke was a disaster with no flavor and to top it all the tuna was stale and had a stink, when we complained to the server we were told that the tuna was fresh, beef burger that was highly recommended was frozen patty and came with nacho chips!!”January 2022
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Tiramisu Net −1
“By the way we tried Tiramisu before and was noting to repeat anymore, even far from the original taste.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“By the way we tried Tiramisu before and was noting to repeat anymore, even far from the original taste.”March 2023
Drinks 1
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Peanut butter shake Net −1
“The peanut butter shake is not recommended For starters at AED 55 it is overpriced, even for Bluewater, considering the serving size is smaller than medium. As a reference, the Rebuild protein smoothie at Joe & The Juice in Mall of the Emirates, with the same ingredients costs AED 45. The consistency was not thick enough making it more milky than smoothie.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The peanut butter shake is not recommended For starters at AED 55 it is overpriced, even for Bluewater, considering the serving size is smaller than medium. As a reference, the Rebuild protein smoothie at Joe & The Juice in Mall of the Emirates, with the same ingredients costs AED 45. The consistency was not thick enough making it more milky than smoothie.”April 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Offers. If the bill concerns you, check whether an Entertainer voucher can be used; reviewers say the app is accepted.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for the meal, since one quiet morning visit took more than 15 minutes to bring food and drinks.
Choose Terrace. For the signature experience, ask for front or terrace seating, where reviews mention views, bean bags and swings.
Mind Noise. If you want a quiet coffee or conversation, note that daytime music has been described as loud and upbeat.
Compare Portions. Look closely at portion sizes before ordering pricier items; one reviewer found the AED 55 peanut butter shake smaller than expected.
Use Parking. Driving is practical according to reviews, with free Bluewaters parking and basement spaces mentioned.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Bluewaters Island - HA building level one - Unit number HA 017
Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island, Dubai
Common Concerns
High Prices
Several diners considered the pricing high for the portions, including a French toast priced at AED 70 and a shake priced at AED 55.
Slow Service
Some visits involved waits despite the restaurant being quiet; one reviewer waited more than 15 minutes for food and drinks.
Uneven Flavour
Food opinions vary: reviews praise freshness, but others found dishes bland, an avocado portion small, or the guacamole not fresh.
Cold Food
One diner received food that was warmed but almost cold, adding to concerns about timing and consistency.
Loud Music
The daytime atmosphere can be noisy: one review found the music loud and upbeat enough to feel like a midday party.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 55
peanut butter shake
“The peanut butter shake is not recommended For starters at AED 55 it is overpriced, even for Bluewater, considering the serving size is smaller than medium”Google review · April 2024
70 dirhams
French toast
“French toast is 70 dirhams, nothing special at all ?!!!”Google review · March 2023
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The Bottom Line
Dolce Green is a healthy-food restaurant on Bluewaters Island that earns much of its appeal from the setting. The terrace and balcony look towards JBR and the sea, with bean bags, swings and comfortable couches for a casual lunch, coffee or long catch-up. Reviews also mention good Wi-Fi, so it can work for a relaxed sit-down session rather than a quick takeaway stop.
Food choices centre on poke bowls, salads, smoothies and lighter breakfast dishes. The Japan poke and green smoothie received a particularly strong mention, while other diners liked the Avosalmon Tartare, Baked Salmon, Kale Salad and Acai Bowl. There are vegan, vegetarian and kids’ options, and the menu also stretches to burgers, sandwiches and tacos.
The main caution is consistency. Some guests found the food fresh and delicious, but others described it as bland, served almost cold or not worth the price. Service is usually described as friendly, though several reviews report long waits even when the restaurant was quiet.
Prices can feel steep for portions: one review cites AED 70 for French toast and AED 55 for a peanut butter shake. Parking is available at Bluewaters, and reviewers mention the Entertainer app as accepted.