Fresh variety
Reviews mention a broad selection of fish, shrimp, crabs, prawns and lobsters, with many catches still alive.
Fishing Harbor 2
Jumeirah
Fishing Harbor 2 in Jumeirah is a seafood market where you can choose fresh fish or shrimp and have it cleaned and cooked to your preference. It also works well for a relaxed waterfront meal, with grilling facilities and beach access within walking distance.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
343 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cook-to-order
Choose your seafood at the market, then request grilling or frying according to your taste.
Waterfront setting
The harbor has sea views, boats and simple seating, giving a market meal a more relaxed setting than a standard fish shop.
Beach access
One review says the beach is within walking distance, making it possible to leave your fish cooking and return later.
Free parking
Self-service parking is reported as available for free, and another review describes access as easy.
Harbor activities
The surrounding harbor also has jet skis, yacht rentals and other sea activities for a longer outing.
Tips for a Better Visit
Watch cleaning. Stay nearby and repeat your instructions at the cleaning station; one dated review says shells and scales were not always handled as requested.
Plan ahead. For a less rushed visit, order the cooking early; one reviewer suggested allowing about two hours while spending time at the nearby beach.
Check prices. Check the fish price before choosing and bargain a little, as multiple reviews describe prices as negotiable or higher than average.
Mind the floor. Wear footwear with good grip and take care around melting ice and water on the market floor.
Expect simplicity. Choose this for the market-to-grill experience rather than polished restaurant surroundings; a dated review says it is not a fancy restaurant.
Plan the visit
Practical details
1 7B St
Umm Suqeim First - Jumeirah 3, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Jet skiing
Jet-skiing is a nearby harbor activity, and one customer specifically praised the instructors and the photos and video provided.
home delivery
One review says the business provides home delivery for its seafood.
charcoal facilities
A customer specifically mentions charcoal facilities for preparing fish.
Common Concerns
Cleaning delays
The back cleaning station has been reported to take nearly an hour, with another review calling the service very slow.
Poor cleaning
Some customers say the paid fish-cleaning service was done badly and did not follow instructions reliably.
Service issues
A restaurant review describes waits of 1 hour 15 minutes for a table and another hour for the fish to be cooked, alongside rude staff.
Wet floors
Ice and water on the market floor have made one reviewer worried about slipping.
Market smell
Indoor diners may still notice the fish-market smell while passing through to the seating area.
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The Bottom Line
Fishing Harbor 2 is a working seafood market in Jumeirah, not a polished seafood restaurant. You choose fish or shrimp from the market, then have it cleaned and cooked, with grilling and frying available. The appeal is the direct market-to-table experience, especially when the catch is fresh and the portions include larger crabs, prawns or lobsters.
The harbor setting adds more than dinner. Reviews mention sea views, boats, simple indoor and outdoor seating, free self-service parking and a beach within walking distance. You can also find jet-ski and boat-rental activities nearby, so it can fill an afternoon rather than just a meal.
The main caution is the cleaning station. Several customers describe long waits, poor preparation and staff who did not always follow instructions, although another review says cleaning took 30 minutes and one 2023 review found it fast. Repeat exactly how you want the fish handled and keep an eye on the process.
Floors can be wet with ice and water, and indoor diners may still smell the market. Prices are described as reasonable by some customers but higher than average by others. Check the price first and bargain where appropriate.
If you want a fancy, highly managed restaurant, look elsewhere; if you enjoy choosing your own seafood, this format is the point.