Uzbek flavours
Plov, samsa, shashlik and grilled meats are repeatedly praised for rich flavour, tenderness and authentic preparation.
Grand ZOR - Bluewaters - Uzbek Fusion Restaurant
Bluewaters Island
Grand ZOR Bluewaters is an Uzbek fusion restaurant on Bluewaters Island, pairing Central Asian dishes with Mediterranean and European touches. Reviews point to plov, grilled meats and a terrace with marina and JBR views, while coffee, desserts and occasional entertainment make it suitable for anything from a relaxed stop to a lively evening.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
448 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Terrace views
The outdoor terrace is a major draw, with reviewers mentioning views across the marina, JBR and the sea.
Fresh produce
One reviewer specifically praised the achichuk salad and said its Uzbekistan-imported tomatoes were noticeably fresh and distinctive.
Flexible setting
The spacious venue has indoor seating and a terrace, supporting both quieter dinners and larger social occasions.
Desserts and coffee
Coffee and desserts receive positive mentions, making the restaurant a workable late stop even when you are not having a full meal.
Evening entertainment
Some reviews mention karaoke, live music, DJs and percussion, adding a more energetic option for group nights.
What to Eat at Grand ZOR - Bluewaters - Uzbek Fusion Restaurant 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 Grand ZOR - Bluewaters - Uzbek Fusion Restaurant, 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.
These items at Grand ZOR - Bluewaters - Uzbek Fusion Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Plov Net +4
“The food is excellent—especially the flavorful plov and perfectly grilled meats, all prepared with authentic taste.”
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“The food is excellent—especially the flavorful plov and perfectly grilled meats, all prepared with authentic taste.”May 2026
“As for the food, the Uzbek dishes were incredible! The flavors were rich and authentic, and every dish was prepared to perfection. The plov was a standout, and the grilled meats had the perfect balance of smoky and tender. Definitely a great spot for anyone craving delicious, traditional Uzbek cuisine.”December 2024
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Achichuk salad Net +1
“Their tomatoes are not locally grown in the UAE,they’re imported from Uzbekistan, and I could tell the moment I tried the achichuk salad. 10/10.”
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“Their tomatoes are not locally grown in the UAE,they’re imported from Uzbekistan, and I could tell the moment I tried the achichuk salad. 10/10.”June 2026
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Cheddar chicken kofta Net +1
“Tried the Salmon Olivier and the Cheddar Chicken Kofta - both were really well prepared and presented.”
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“Tried the Salmon Olivier and the Cheddar Chicken Kofta - both were really well prepared and presented.”January 2026
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Greek salad Net +1
“This place provided us with a wonderful evening 🫶🏻 delicious drinks and a Greek salad worth trying :) the toppings were accompanied by live music.”
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“This place provided us with a wonderful evening 🫶🏻 delicious drinks and a Greek salad worth trying :) the toppings were accompanied by live music.”February 2026
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Kovurma lagman Net +1
“The restaurant combines Central Asian tradition with Mediterranean and Eastern European touches, and signature dishes like Uzbek Osh and Kovurma Lagman show that creativity. ”
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“The restaurant combines Central Asian tradition with Mediterranean and Eastern European touches, and signature dishes like Uzbek Osh and Kovurma Lagman show that creativity. ”October 2025
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Salmon olivier Net +1
“Tried the Salmon Olivier and the Cheddar Chicken Kofta - both were really well prepared and presented.”
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“Tried the Salmon Olivier and the Cheddar Chicken Kofta - both were really well prepared and presented.”January 2026
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Samsa Net +1
“The samsa was perfectly baked 🥟🔥, the shahlik was juicy and flavorful 🍢👌, and the salads were fresh and delicious 🥗✨”
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“The samsa was perfectly baked 🥟🔥, the shahlik was juicy and flavorful 🍢👌, and the salads were fresh and delicious 🥗✨”February 2026
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Shahlik Net +1
“The samsa was perfectly baked 🥟🔥, the shahlik was juicy and flavorful 🍢👌, and the salads were fresh and delicious 🥗✨”
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“The samsa was perfectly baked 🥟🔥, the shahlik was juicy and flavorful 🍢👌, and the salads were fresh and delicious 🥗✨”February 2026
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Shashlik Net +1
“Amazing experience! The food was full of flavor, especially the plov and shashlik. The atmosphere was warm and authentic, and the staff were very friendly. A perfect spot to enjoy real Uzbek cuisine. I’ll definitely come back!”
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“Amazing experience! The food was full of flavor, especially the plov and shashlik. The atmosphere was warm and authentic, and the staff were very friendly. A perfect spot to enjoy real Uzbek cuisine. I’ll definitely come back!”April 2025
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Uzbek osh Net +1
“The restaurant combines Central Asian tradition with Mediterranean and Eastern European touches, and signature dishes like Uzbek Osh and Kovurma Lagman show that creativity. ”
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“The restaurant combines Central Asian tradition with Mediterranean and Eastern European touches, and signature dishes like Uzbek Osh and Kovurma Lagman show that creativity. ”October 2025
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Coffee Net +1
“Coffee and sweet are so good also atmosphere”
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“Coffee and sweet are so good also atmosphere”June 2026
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Tea Net +1
“We went quite late so had dessert n tea n the food was good, so was the tea.”
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“We went quite late so had dessert n tea n the food was good, so was the tea.”January 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Chicken skewers Net −1
“My chicken skewers arrived 50 minutes later. My other three friends had already finished theirs. When I took a bite of the chicken, I realized it was undercooked and tasted terrible. I returned my order to the waiter and told him the chicken was undercooked. He took the food to the kitchen. After waiting 20 minutes, he came back and told me my chicken skewers would be remade. I told him I didn't want to eat it anymore and canceled the order because I had waited 70 minutes. The chicken tasted awful and was undercooked. They said they realized the chicken was spoiled in the kitchen and would remake my chicken skewers.”
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Critical review excerpts
“My chicken skewers arrived 50 minutes later. My other three friends had already finished theirs. When I took a bite of the chicken, I realized it was undercooked and tasted terrible. I returned my order to the waiter and told him the chicken was undercooked. He took the food to the kitchen. After waiting 20 minutes, he came back and told me my chicken skewers would be remade. I told him I didn't want to eat it anymore and canceled the order because I had waited 70 minutes. The chicken tasted awful and was undercooked. They said they realized the chicken was spoiled in the kitchen and would remake my chicken skewers.”May 2026
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Turkey olivie salad Net −1
“Turkey Olivie salad was not fresh. Also, salad it self didn’t have turkey, just 4 pieces on the side, which is strange.”
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“Turkey Olivie salad was not fresh. Also, salad it self didn’t have turkey, just 4 pieces on the side, which is strange.”January 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow time. Build in extra time for food during busy periods: one group received dishes 25, 35 and 50 minutes apart.
Verify booking. Keep your WhatsApp confirmation handy and recheck the reservation before arrival, since one guest found the booking disputed and later marked cancelled.
Specify shisha. If ordering shisha, state the option you want clearly and confirm it before it arrives; one reviewer said the most expensive option was brought without asking.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island - Dubai
Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Several reviews describe long waits; one guest waited 50 minutes for chicken skewers and 70 minutes before cancelling.
Food safety
A reviewer reported receiving undercooked chicken and was told the kitchen had identified the chicken as spoiled.
Unclear policy
A 1000 AED per-person minimum spend was reportedly introduced after seating, while other guests were not told about it.
Reception issues
Reviews report reservation confusion, difficulty changing to empty terrace tables and problems validating a car at departure.
Inconsistent service
Some guests describe inattentive staff, delayed drinks and an unprofessional response to a reported hair in a dish.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
1000 AED per person
minimum spend
“However, when we came the night before, a male manager came to our table after we had already been seated and informed us of a 1000 AED per person minimum spend”Google review · May 2026
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The Bottom Line
Grand ZOR Bluewaters is an Uzbek fusion restaurant on Bluewaters Island with a strong focus on Central Asian comfort food. The dishes most often singled out are plov, samsa, shashlik and grilled meats; the menu also includes Uzbek Osh, Kovurma Lagman and Western-leaning choices. The terrace is a big part of the appeal, with reviews mentioning marina, JBR and sea views.
The setting can shift from calm to lively. There is indoor seating and a spacious terrace, while some evenings include karaoke, live music, DJs or percussion. Coffee and desserts also make sense for a late, lighter visit, and families are mentioned positively, including children enjoying pasta.
Service feedback is mixed: many reviewers describe attentive, welcoming staff, but others report slow orders and weak reception communication. There are a few practical cautions. One group waited up to 50 minutes for chicken skewers and reported they were undercooked, while another waited about 45 minutes for plov.
Confirm your booking through WhatsApp, ask about terrace availability and clarify any minimum spend before sitting down; one guest was told of a 1000 AED-per-person requirement only after being seated. If ordering shisha, confirm the exact option first.