DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour

Name: DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour
Address: Address Grand, Tower 2, Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971527567663

Dubai Creek Harbour

Restaurant Closed 0 527 567 663

DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour is a modern European-Mediterranean restaurant with Asian touches, serving breakfast from 9 AM and casual, gastronomic dinners in Dubai Creek Harbour. Reviews make the baked cabbage with truffles and yuzu panna cotta especially worth seeking out, while the terrace adds a creekside setting.

Reputation Score

4.9

★★★★★

924 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Standout dishes

The baked cabbage with truffles is repeatedly singled out, while the yuzu panna cotta has won over even diners who usually skip dessert.

Strong breakfast

Breakfast has a distinctive Russian-influenced edge, with syrniki praised for their soft, delicate texture and balanced sweetness.

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What to Eat at DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour, 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

Baked cabbage with truffles Net +3

“Great food and service. You have to come here at least to taste baked cabbage with truffles”
Beef tartare Net +3

“We took a beef tartare, pasta caccio e pepe, tuna ceviche, Atlantic cod with asparagus - all dishes were above our expectations: delicious so that even after eating, we wanted to enjoy and eat some more, food melted in the mouth and were incredibly fresh with great sauces/ingredients combinations.”
Draniki Net +2

“The draniki are crispy and golden.”
Oysters Net +2

“The oysters were exceptionally fresh.”
Syrniki Net +2

“🩷🩷🩷The best syrniki in Dubai — no doubt!🥰 At DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour, the wow starts from the very first bite. The syrniki are perfectly balanced, soft and delicate — exactly how they should be.”
Yuzu panna cotta Net +2

“The salmon sashimi and avocado bruschetta were excellent starters - but the highlight was the yuzu pana cotta dessert. Simply perfect.”

Honorable mentions (40)

Atlantic cod Net +1

“The beef tartare was incredible, the Atlantic cod was perfectly cooked, and the biggest surprise was the Yuzu Panna Cotta.”
Atlantic cod with asparagus Net +1

“We took a beef tartare, pasta caccio e pepe, tuna ceviche, Atlantic cod with asparagus - all dishes were above our expectations: delicious so that even after eating, we wanted to enjoy and eat some more, food melted in the mouth and were incredibly fresh with great sauces/ingredients combinations.”
Avocado bruschetta Net +1

“The salmon sashimi and avocado bruschetta were excellent starters - but the highlight was the yuzu pana cotta dessert.”
Avocado cucumber Net +1

“Thanks to our host, we tried avocado cucumber, interesting taste 😋”
Baked cabbage Net +1

“The baked cabbage was absolutely delicious, the burrata & peaches were heavenly, and the cod with asparagus was divine.”
Baked cabbage in sauce Net +1

“Everything we tried was great, but the baked cabbage in sauce was a real surprise and definitely a must-try.”
Burata salad Net +1

“We started with the Burata salad - and probably one of the best in Dubai!”
Burrata & peaches Net +1

“The baked cabbage was absolutely delicious, the burrata & peaches were heavenly, and the cod with asparagus was divine.”
Chocolate cheesecake Net +1

“Tonight I tried the chocolate cheesecake and I will order it again it was delicious.”
Cod with asparagus Net +1

“The baked cabbage was absolutely delicious, the burrata & peaches were heavenly, and the cod with asparagus was divine.”
Cottage cheese pancake Net +1

“We enjoyed the omlette with king crab, cottage cheese pancake and the salad with sesame dressing.”
Duck breast Net +1

“Exceptional service from start to finish. The food was absolutely amazing — I had the duck breast, followed by the yuzu panna cotta with pomelo, and everything was perfectly executed and full of flavor.”
Duo creek salad Net +1

“I like their Duo creek salad a lot. I came here almost once a month on average and it never disappoints.”
Foie gras Net +1

“Foie gras is the best and service is great!”
Foie gras with brioche and bergamot jelly Net +1

“The foie gras with brioche and bergamot jelly was a delightful surprise.”
Fried eggs Net +1

“We also had the fried eggs with a spicy tomato base and herbs, a light spinach salad with creamy ricotta, a fresh sourdough loaf served with herbed butter, and a small dish of guacamole on the side.”
Green salad Net +1

“The food was excellent - especially enjoyed the green salad, the tuna tartare and beef tartare, and the oxtail pies.”
Half chicken Net +1

“For mains, the half chicken and rib eye were divine, especially with the lemon blanc sauce.”
Honey mascarpone dessert Net +1

“The vodka rose field cocktail was comforting, and the honey mascarpone dessert was therapeutic (and a steal at 55 AED!).”
King crab pasta Net +1

“The decor and atmosphere are really enjoyable, and the food is excellent (King Crab pasta, wide selection of wines)”
Maslenitsa pancakes with mushrooms and chicken Net +1

“And the Maslenitsa pancakes with mushrooms and chicken are simply incredible — comforting, juicy, and thoughtfully made.”
Orzo beef cheeks dish Net +1

“I will always come back to Duo! I highly recommend the Orzo beef cheeks dish, it tasted like a warm hug!”
Oxtail pies Net +1

“The food was excellent - especially enjoyed the green salad, the tuna tartare and beef tartare, and the oxtail pies.”
Panna cotta Net +1

“The moment we stepped in, we felt a home-like warmth, thanks to Diego's exceptional service. He spoiled us with complimentary starters and a decadent panna cotta finale!”
Pasta caccio e pepe Net +1

“We took a beef tartare, pasta caccio e pepe, tuna ceviche, Atlantic cod with asparagus - all dishes were above our expectations: delicious so that even after eating, we wanted to enjoy and eat some more, food melted in the mouth and were incredibly fresh with great sauces/ingredients combinations.”
Potato waffle with eggs and truffle Net +1

“I loved the potato waffle with eggs and truffle, and of course my all-time favorite - syrniki. Healthy, flavorful, and beautifully presented.”
Raspberry dessert Net +1

“And to finish, I indulged in a raspberry dessert that was simply phenomenal. The balance of flavors and the beautiful presentation made it an unforgettable ending to the meal.”
Raspberry honey cake Net +1

“Desserts were a great finish, with the raspberry honey cake - light, well balanced.”
Rib eye Net +1

“For mains, the half chicken and rib eye were divine, especially with the lemon blanc sauce.”
Salad with sesame dressing Net +1

“We enjoyed the omlette with king crab, cottage cheese pancake and the salad with sesame dressing.”
Salmon sashimi Net +1

“The salmon sashimi and avocado bruschetta were excellent starters - but the highlight was the yuzu pana cotta dessert.”
Savory waffle Net +1

“We ordered the savory waffle topped with smoked salmon, poached eggs, and hollandaise sauce - it was perfectly balanced, rich, and delicious.”
Sourdough loaf Net +1

“We also had the fried eggs with a spicy tomato base and herbs, a light spinach salad with creamy ricotta, a fresh sourdough loaf served with herbed butter, and a small dish of guacamole on the side.”
Spinach salad Net +1

“We also had the fried eggs with a spicy tomato base and herbs, a light spinach salad with creamy ricotta, a fresh sourdough loaf served with herbed butter, and a small dish of guacamole on the side.”
Thick yogurt Net +1

“For dessert, we tried a refreshing bowl of thick yogurt topped with grapefruit and pistachios - surprisingly good!”
Truffle hamachi Net +1

“Been here multiple times, everything was top notch. The truffle hamachi has been our all time favourite.”
Tuna ceviche Net +1

“We took a beef tartare, pasta caccio e pepe, tuna ceviche, Atlantic cod with asparagus - all dishes were above our expectations: delicious so that even after eating, we wanted to enjoy and eat some more, food melted in the mouth and were incredibly fresh with great sauces/ingredients combinations.”
Tuna tartare Net +1

“The food was excellent - especially enjoyed the green salad, the tuna tartare and beef tartare, and the oxtail pies.”
Veal liver Net +1

“The oysters were very fresh, and the veal liver was cooked perfectly and full of flavor.”
Yuzu panna cotta with pomelo Net +1

“Exceptional service from start to finish. The food was absolutely amazing — I had the duck breast, followed by the yuzu panna cotta with pomelo, and everything was perfectly executed and full of flavor.”

Drinks 3

Matcha cloud Net +1

“The Matcha Cloud was also so refreshing, I loved the subtle lychee touch.”
Vodka rose field cocktail Net +1

“The vodka rose field cocktail was comforting, and the honey mascarpone dessert was therapeutic (and a steal at 55 AED!).”
Orange wine Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“I tried orange wine it was ok. But the curtails was good.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try cabbage. Order the baked cabbage with truffles; multiple diners describe it as a surprise standout rather than a routine side.

Save room. Leave space for the yuzu panna cotta, especially if you normally skip dessert; one diner called it their favourite dish.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Address Grand, Tower 2

Al Kheeran First - Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai

0 527 567 663

Mon	9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tue	9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wed	9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thu	9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fri	9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat	9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun	9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Service slips

One birthday booking experienced wrong-table dish deliveries and had to pass heavy plates across the table.

Billing check

A dessert presented as complimentary was later added to the bill, so check the final charges carefully.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

55 AED

honey mascarpone dessert

“The vodka rose field cocktail was comforting, and the honey mascarpone dessert was therapeutic (and a steal at 55 AED!)”

Google review · July 2025

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The Bottom Line

DUO Gastrobar Creek Harbour is a polished but relaxed restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a menu that blends European and Mediterranean cooking with subtle Asian influences. Breakfast starts at 9 AM; dinner leans more gastronomic. The terrace and promenade setting bring Dubai Creek views, while the indoor dining room is described as chic, cosy and bright.

The dishes that come up most usefully in reviews are the baked cabbage with truffles, beef tartare, duck breast, tuna ceviche and syrniki. Dessert deserves attention too: the yuzu panna cotta surprised one diner enough to become their favourite dish. Warm homemade bread with whipped salted butter is served before the meal, and reviewers also mention a broad wine selection, cocktails and creative non-alcoholic drinks.

Service is usually a strong point, with staff offering detailed menu recommendations and handling special occasions warmly. There are a few practical cautions. One birthday dinner involved dishes delivered to the wrong guests and a dessert that later appeared on the bill despite being presented as complimentary.

Another guest disliked a table beside the entrance, and flies were reported on one visit. If alcohol is important, check your seating: one review says the terrace is non-alcohol only. The restaurant is also described as dog- and child-friendly in the outdoor area, and the RTA shuttle boat provides a scenic arrival option.