Meat the Fish Dubai

Name: Meat the Fish Dubai
Address: D-Marin Marsa Al Arab Marina, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971589304640

Umm Suqeim

Restaurant Open now 0 589 304 640

Meat the Fish Dubai is a casual MediterrAsian restaurant in Umm Suqeim, with seafood, meat and seasonal dishes. Reviews make it appealing for marina-side dining, especially for fresh sashimi and the much-mentioned black bao.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

342 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Marina seating

Outdoor tables overlook the marina, creating a relaxed setting for a meal or drinks.

Fresh seafood

Several diners specifically praised the freshness of the sashimi, oysters and other seafood.

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What to Eat at Meat the Fish Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Meat the Fish Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 4

Smashed potatoes Net +3

“Smashed potatoes were really the best dish.”
Calamari Net +2

“The calamari was meaty and not dry at all, the sashimi on the poke was super fresh. Mussels tasted great too.”
Sashimi Net +2

“The food: Outstanding! The sashimi, nigiri, whipped feta, pardons, oysters.. Truly high quality food for a very acceptable price given the location and the quality of food they are serving.”
Shrimp bao Net +2

“Don’t miss the shrimp bao, is the winner order.”

Honorable mentions (25)

Bao buns Net +1

“As for the Bao Buns, they were nothing short of extraordinary, a testament to the restaurant’s innovative approach.”
Beef carnitas taco Net +1

“Beef Carnitas Taco: Absolutely phenomenal! The flavors were out of this world. I can’t recommend this dish enough—easily a 10/10.”
Black bao sando Net +1

“The food was delicious, especially the Calamari, Black Bao sando, black bao and the smashed potatoes. it was cooked perfectly.”
Black cod Net +1

“The hummus with salmon roe, black cod, beef tacos and prawn bao were delicious and we finished everything on our plates.”
Butchers cut Net +1

“The sashimi of the day, tartare of the day and butchers cut were so fresh and tasty but our fave dish was the black bao - the most perfect bite of food! 🤤”
Calamari fritters Net +1

“Our order for lunch were calamari fritters which was delicious and black bao which very tasty.”
Cheeseburger Net +1

“Cheeseburger: Wow. I ordered the beef medium-cooked, and it was hands down the best cheeseburger I’ve ever had. The flavor was unmatched, and the pickle on the side was a fantastic touch. Craving it again already—10/10!”
Dover sole Net +1

“The Dover sole was masterfully prepared, while standout dishes like the Sandos, calamari, and perfectly balanced hummus elevated the meal.”
Greek salad Net +1

“The food, desert, and coffee is spectacular! it’s a must try! i recommend the shrimp bow, greek salad, the vanilla cake w almond, and cappuccino.”
Green noodles Net +1

“The food was outstanding—especially the green noodles, perfectly cooked rib-eye, and comforting smashed potatoes. Every bite was a delight!”
Hummus Net +1

“The Dover sole was masterfully prepared, while standout dishes like the Sandos, calamari, and perfectly balanced hummus elevated the meal.”
Hummus with salmon roe Net +1

“The hummus with salmon roe, black cod, beef tacos and prawn bao were delicious and we finished everything on our plates.”
Omelettes Net +1

“We order omelettes super delicious”
Perfectly cooked rib-eye Net +1

“The food was outstanding—especially the green noodles, perfectly cooked rib-eye, and comforting smashed potatoes. Every bite was a delight!”
Poke Net +1

“The calamari was meaty and not dry at all, the sashimi on the poke was super fresh. Mussels tasted great too.”
Poke bowl Net +1

“Poke bowl was great they respected my request for extra spicy mayo.”
Salmon fillet Net +1

“Salmon fillet was good but needs salt.”
Sashimi of the day Net +1

“The sashimi of the day, tartare of the day and butchers cut were so fresh and tasty but our fave dish was the black bao - the most perfect bite of food! 🤤”
Sour bread Net +1

“Their sour bread deserves a spotlight, providing a tangy complement to the intricate flavors on offer.”
Tartare of the day Net +1

“The sashimi of the day, tartare of the day and butchers cut were so fresh and tasty but our fave dish was the black bao - the most perfect bite of food! 🤤”
Vanilla cake w almond Net +1

“The food, desert, and coffee is spectacular! it’s a must try! i recommend the shrimp bow, greek salad, the vanilla cake w almond, and cappuccino.”
Whipped feta Net +1

“The food: Outstanding! The sashimi, nigiri, whipped feta, pardons, oysters.. Truly high quality food for a very acceptable price given the location and the quality of food they are serving.”
Black paella Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The black paella was excellent, full of rich flavors and made with fresh ingredients.”
Salmon sashimi Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Salmon sashimi was average.”
Scrambled egg Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We visited Meat the Fish Dubai for breakfast. While the ambiance was lovely, the food was ok scrambled Egg and omelette. The taste was average. The presentation was non-existent.”

Drinks 2

Cappuccino Net +1

“The food, desert, and coffee is spectacular! it’s a must try! i recommend the shrimp bow, greek salad, the vanilla cake w almond, and cappuccino.”
Coffee Net +1

“I only had coffee and cold drinks, but the experience was smooth and pleasant. The service was friendly, the drinks were refreshing, and the setting really does most of the talking.”

What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

Dark chocolate Net −1

“The coffee is average and the dark chocolate is bad..”
Fried seabass Net −1

“We were seated outside and ordered the fried seabass and the black paella.”
Ice cream Net −1

“Aspectation are hire than reality, normal food, tourist place, avoid dessert and ice cream. Location is good.”
Pancakes Net −1

“Pancakes 4of10.”
Burger Net −2

“I ordered a burger and while chewing, I found a piece of paper inside it.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try outdoors. Choose an outdoor table for the marina view, especially when Dubai weather is pleasant.

Plan parking. Allow extra time for parking on weekends, when the Marsa area gets especially busy.

Plan the visit

Practical details

D-Marin Marsa Al Arab Marina

Umm Suqeim Third - Umm Suqeim, Dubai

0 589 304 640

Mon	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Tue	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wed	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Thu	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Fri	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	8:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Inconsistent food

Food quality is uneven: one diner received an overcooked burger, cold bun and disappointing fries.

Small portions

Some diners found the portions small for the prices, while another described the restaurant as overpriced.

Customer-reported prices

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

50 dirhams

two scoops of ice cream

“50 dirhams for two scoops of ice cream is just absurd”

Google review · March 2026

AED 35

fries

“The fries were also disappointing: despite being described on the menu as hand-cut thick fries, what arrived were thin, frozen, industrial-style fries for AED 35—misleading and poor value”

Google review · January 2026

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The Bottom Line

Meat the Fish Dubai is a casual MediterrAsian restaurant in Umm Suqeim, set beside the marina. You can come for seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes, with the black bao, sashimi, beef tacos and calamari among the most useful orders mentioned by diners. The outdoor seating is a major part of the appeal when the weather is comfortable.

Seafood feedback is generally strong. Guests have called the sashimi fresh, the oysters exceptionally fresh and the calamari meaty rather than dry. The black bao is the recurring standout, while the beef tacos also earned high marks; Taco Tuesday is worth checking if you enjoy a deal.

Service is often warm and attentive, with diners praising clear menu explanations and helpful recommendations. Still, experiences vary. Some reviewers reported staff uncertainty, slow breakfast service and feeling rushed.

Breakfast itself received mixed feedback, including a 40-minute wait for scrambled eggs. Value is another consideration. Several diners felt portions were small for the price, and one reported AED 35 fries that did not match the menu description.

Weekend parking around the area can be difficult, so arrive with time to spare.