Diner vibe
The retro American-diner design, relaxed music and jukebox create a fun setting rather than a formal hotel-restaurant feel.
Malibu 90265
Palm Jumeirah
Malibu 90265 is a West Coast-inspired American diner at Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah. It is a relaxed place for classic diner food, with the cheeseburger, vegan options and playable jukebox standing out in customer reviews.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
122 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong burgers
The cheeseburger and Double American Burger are repeatedly described as juicy, hearty and among the better burger options in Dubai.
Vegan choices
Vegetarian and vegan diners have more than a token option: reviews specifically praise the avocado pizza and Impossible vegan burger.
Jukebox fun
Guests can choose music themselves; reviewers say tokens let them play a song throughout the restaurant, including the terrace.
Family friendly
The casual layout, large portions and diner menu work well for groups with children, and a sports-bar counter with TVs adds another option.
Notable dishes
Beyond burgers, customers call out the Reuben sandwich, Cobb salad and jumbo prawn tacos for flavour, freshness or generous portions.
What to Eat at Malibu 90265 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 Malibu 90265, 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 Malibu 90265, 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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Cobb salad Net +2
“And if you're looking for something a bit lighter, their delicious and healthy salads are a great choice (I highly recommend the Cobb salad!).”
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“And if you're looking for something a bit lighter, their delicious and healthy salads are a great choice (I highly recommend the Cobb salad!).”April 2023
“The Cobb salad was fresh and perfectly balanced, with an ideal combination of ingredients.”December 2024
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Corn salad Net +2
“The only item we liked was the corn salad. Oily fries and as grilled veggies, we got heaps of cheap baby corn. The burger was not impressive either.”
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“The only item we liked was the corn salad. Oily fries and as grilled veggies, we got heaps of cheap baby corn. The burger was not impressive either.”March 2024
“The corn salad was a standout with its fresh and vibrant flavors, while the crackers with avocado salad were simply amazing, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes.”May 2024
Honorable mentions (20)
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Chicken wings Net +1
“I dream of your chicken wings and quite frankly I can’t wait to be back for them.”
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“I dream of your chicken wings and quite frankly I can’t wait to be back for them.”May 2024
“Alex recommended the burger and wings which were solid.”June 2025
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Avocado pizza Net +1
“Avocado pizza was 💯”
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“Avocado pizza was 💯”June 2026
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Cheeseburgers Net +1
“I had one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever tasted outside the USA. Juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor, it was a total game-changer.”
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“I had one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever tasted outside the USA. Juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor, it was a total game-changer.”March 2025
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Cheesecake Net +1
“Leo, our waiter was simply amazing to the point that when he learned we had gathered to celebrate a friend’s birthday, he brought us the yummiest cheesecake.”
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“Leo, our waiter was simply amazing to the point that when he learned we had gathered to celebrate a friend’s birthday, he brought us the yummiest cheesecake.”May 2024
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Crackers with avocado salad Net +1
“The corn salad was a standout with its fresh and vibrant flavors, while the crackers with avocado salad were simply amazing, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes.”
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“The corn salad was a standout with its fresh and vibrant flavors, while the crackers with avocado salad were simply amazing, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes.”May 2024
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Double american burger Net +1
“The Double American Burger was hearty and juicy, cooked to perfection – a true comfort food.”
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“The Double American Burger was hearty and juicy, cooked to perfection – a true comfort food.”December 2024
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Grilled avocado and artichoke salad Net +1
“You must also have the grilled avocado and artichoke salad .”
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“You must also have the grilled avocado and artichoke salad .”March 2023
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Half roast chicken Net +1
“We had the vegan burgers and the half roast chicken. The food is surprisingly very delicious! Moreover, the service by Daniel and Lenny goes beyond. We really appreciated their warm hospitality and great service, it made the whole experience so much more enjoyable. 100% recommended!”
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“We had the vegan burgers and the half roast chicken. The food is surprisingly very delicious! Moreover, the service by Daniel and Lenny goes beyond. We really appreciated their warm hospitality and great service, it made the whole experience so much more enjoyable. 100% recommended!”December 2025
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Jumbo prawn tacos Net +1
“Their jumbo prawn tacos looked simply outrageous and though we already ate dinner and were not that hungry we HAD TO ORDER THIS! Oh what a grand idea because the tacos were absolutely fabulous. Juicy, good portion size, and full of flavour.”
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“Their jumbo prawn tacos looked simply outrageous and though we already ate dinner and were not that hungry we HAD TO ORDER THIS! Oh what a grand idea because the tacos were absolutely fabulous. Juicy, good portion size, and full of flavour.”April 2023
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Lamb chops Net +1
“Most of us had the chicken wings and some the lamb chops which were also mouth watering.”
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“Most of us had the chicken wings and some the lamb chops which were also mouth watering.”May 2024
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Loaded fries Net +1
“The loaded fries were well-cooked and served with delicious sauces.”
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“The loaded fries were well-cooked and served with delicious sauces.”December 2024
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Lobster mac n cheese Net +1
“I ordered Street Corn Salad and my huband ordered lobster Mac n Cheese, both were delicious.”
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“I ordered Street Corn Salad and my huband ordered lobster Mac n Cheese, both were delicious.”December 2024
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Pastrami sandwich Net +1
“For sure, many items are gooooood “pastrami sandwich” for example and some not up to normal benchmark “ribs” for example.”
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“For sure, many items are gooooood “pastrami sandwich” for example and some not up to normal benchmark “ribs” for example.”June 2024
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Rib eye Net +1
“The beef steak exceeded expectations, boasting unparalleled tenderness and flavor, and the rib eye was exceptionally juicy and flavorful.”
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“The beef steak exceeded expectations, boasting unparalleled tenderness and flavor, and the rib eye was exceptionally juicy and flavorful.”May 2024
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Ruben sandwich Net +1
“The BEST Ruben sandwich you will ever eat.”
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“The BEST Ruben sandwich you will ever eat.”March 2023
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Sea bass Net +1
“We ordered 2 steaks, 1 burger, sea bass and 1 glass of wine. The food was delicious, well prepared.”
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“We ordered 2 steaks, 1 burger, sea bass and 1 glass of wine. The food was delicious, well prepared.”April 2025
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Short ribs Net +1
“I can only recommend the short ribs. Better service is required.”
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“I can only recommend the short ribs. Better service is required.”October 2025
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Street corn salad Net +1
“I ordered Street Corn Salad and my huband ordered lobster Mac n Cheese, both were delicious. The dressing on the salad was unique and super delicious.”
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“I ordered Street Corn Salad and my huband ordered lobster Mac n Cheese, both were delicious. The dressing on the salad was unique and super delicious.”December 2024
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Tomato soup Net +1
“Delicious burgers and delicious tomato soup. The service was absolutely amazing”
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“Delicious burgers and delicious tomato soup. The service was absolutely amazing”December 2023
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Hotdogs Net 0
Mixed feedback
“If you looking for Burgers/hotdogs and shakes in Atlantis the Royal, this would be the ideal place. Food is Pretty good too.”
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“If you looking for Burgers/hotdogs and shakes in Atlantis the Royal, this would be the ideal place. Food is Pretty good too.”August 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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Lobster role Net −1
“The food wasn’t great . Lobster role too salty , tasteless hot dog .”
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Critical review excerpts
“The food wasn’t great . Lobster role too salty , tasteless hot dog .”March 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve ahead. Book in advance if free valet matters to you; a reviewer specifically linked a reservation with securing it.
Check bills. Review the bill before paying, since customers reported extra burgers, drinks and other orders being added.
Confirm allergies. For gluten or other serious intolerances, do not rely on a phone confirmation alone; reviews describe gluten being served despite repeated requests.
Use jukebox. Ask for jukebox tokens and choose a song if you enjoy interactive details; the music can play across the restaurant and terrace.
Share portions. Consider sharing a burger if you are ordering other dishes too: one reviewer found a burger large enough for two.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Atlantis The Royal - Crescent Rd
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Allergy risk
One party that called ahead about a gluten allergy was still served gluten repeatedly, making the restaurant a risky choice for serious intolerances.
Billing errors
Two reviews report extra items on the bill, including an unrequested burger and glass of wine, so check the final charge carefully.
Mixed dishes
Food quality is not uniform; one review found the ribs below benchmark, while another described oily fries and an unimpressive burger.
Tight tables
Two-person tables along the wall can feel cramped, which may matter if you want a more comfortable, unhurried meal.
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The Bottom Line
Malibu 90265 is an American diner inside Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah, with a retro-meets-modern setting that feels more playful than formal. You can come for a substantial burger, try the Reuben sandwich or Cobb salad, and add a bit of theatre by using the jukebox tokens to choose music for the room and terrace. The menu suits mixed groups.
Reviews mention large portions, vegetarian and vegan choices such as avocado pizza and the Impossible vegan burger, plus jumbo prawn tacos and chicken wings. Families and teenagers seem well catered for, while a sports-bar counter with TVs gives casual groups another place to settle in. The atmosphere, soundtrack and welcoming service are recurring strengths, although service quality varies noticeably between visits.
There are a few practical cautions. One party with a confirmed gluten allergy was served gluten, so guests with serious intolerances should consider another venue. Check your bill before paying too: separate reviews describe extra burgers, wine and other orders being added.
Food is also mixed by dish, with praise for burgers and salads but criticism of ribs, fries and some hot dogs. Prices are perceived inconsistently, from fair to expensive for the hotel setting. Reserving ahead may help if you want free valet.