Fresh Seafood
Several diners found the seafood fresh and well cooked, including salmon, prawns, calamari and family platters.
Ocean Basket
Mirdif
Ocean Basket in Mirdif is a modern seafood restaurant with a cheerful, relaxed setting. Reviews point to generous platters, notably the Platter for Two, alongside reliable favourites such as fish and chips and fresh sushi.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
2,618 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Generous Platters
The Platter for Two can stretch beyond two diners; one family found it more than enough, while another had leftovers.
Customizable Meals
A family of six appreciated being able to customize their meals, including asking specifically for crispy calamari.
Fish And Chips
Fish and chips received repeated praise, with one diner singling out the hake for taking them back to South Africa.
Family Friendly
The mild, non-overpowering flavours worked well for children, who called it the best seafood restaurant they had visited.
Welcoming Setting
Reviews describe a calm, clean and comfortable dining room with a South African feel that feels familiar to returning diners.
What to Eat at Ocean Basket 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 Ocean Basket, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Ocean Basket got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Fish and chips Net +4
“The fish and chips were outstanding — the hake especially.”
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“The fish and chips were outstanding — the hake especially.”January 2026
“The fish in the kids meals and fish and chips was the real deal and delicious.”May 2026
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Platter for 2 Net +4
“We came here for lunch in Sunday. Staff were so friendly. Foods were delicious. We had a "platter for 2". However, it is enough for 3. The portion was large. Prices are reasonable.”
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“We came here for lunch in Sunday. Staff were so friendly. Foods were delicious. We had a "platter for 2". However, it is enough for 3. The portion was large. Prices are reasonable.”November 2025
“Ordered the Platter for two which was more than enough for my wife and I. Great food. Excellent service from Lin. 😎”March 2026
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Creamy seafood soup Net +2
“Food was fantastic and Tej was a great server! Beautiful restaurant with sushi and South African style seafood. Would recommend the creamy seafood soup.”
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“Food was fantastic and Tej was a great server! Beautiful restaurant with sushi and South African style seafood. Would recommend the creamy seafood soup.”November 2025
“My family and I got the seafood platter for 2 and creamy seafood soup and we absolutely loved it. The service was extraordinary as well - we were served by tet and jamie who were so cheerful and detailed in explaining everything. Would totally recommend!!!”November 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Arabiatta pasta Net +1
“We ate a light meal and the food was superb and fresh including their sushi and arabiatta pasta. the staffs are very welcoming and friendly. Kudos to julie ann for her service.”
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“We ate a light meal and the food was superb and fresh including their sushi and arabiatta pasta. the staffs are very welcoming and friendly. Kudos to julie ann for her service.”December 2025
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Cheesy garlic prawn Net +1
“5- The cheesy garlic prawn is a dish to die for ( that is the only reason why I love to eat at ocean basket).”
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“5- The cheesy garlic prawn is a dish to die for ( that is the only reason why I love to eat at ocean basket).”May 2024
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Combo grilled shrimp and calamari Net +1
“We ordered the combo grilled shrimp and calamari served with rice and fries and the taste was superb. The serving was just right for the 2 of us. Grilled and cooked just right to our liking.”
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“We ordered the combo grilled shrimp and calamari served with rice and fries and the taste was superb. The serving was just right for the 2 of us. Grilled and cooked just right to our liking.”October 2022
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Crispy calamari Net +1
“We asked for crispy calamari which was the best.”
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“We asked for crispy calamari which was the best.”May 2026
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Cucumber and feta salad Net +1
“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”
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“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”April 2025
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Date cake Net +1
“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”
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“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”April 2025
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Family platter Net +1
“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”
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“We had the family platter which had fish, prawns, calamari, octopus, and muscles. We also had the cucumber and feta salad and date cake and ice cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious. The food was fresh, piping hot, and very flavorful.”April 2025
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Festive mediterranean platter Net +1
“We ordered Festive Mediterranean platter and found it extremely fresh and tasty.”
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“We ordered Festive Mediterranean platter and found it extremely fresh and tasty.”January 2026
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Mediterranean saucy prawn Net +1
“Thank you Ocean Basket for our delicious dinner. Compliments to the chef. We had the platter for one and Mediterranean saucy prawn. Super tasty. Thank you to Anmol and the team for their outstanding service. See you again soon.”
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“Thank you Ocean Basket for our delicious dinner. Compliments to the chef. We had the platter for one and Mediterranean saucy prawn. Super tasty. Thank you to Anmol and the team for their outstanding service. See you again soon.”February 2026
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Pecan pie Net +1
“The shrimps were juicy and well-seasoned, and we ended the meal with a rich, indulgent pecan pie.”
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“The shrimps were juicy and well-seasoned, and we ended the meal with a rich, indulgent pecan pie.”May 2025
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Platter for one Net +1
“Thank you Ocean Basket for our delicious dinner. Compliments to the chef. We had the platter for one and Mediterranean saucy prawn. Super tasty. Thank you to Anmol and the team for their outstanding service. See you again soon.”
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“Thank you Ocean Basket for our delicious dinner. Compliments to the chef. We had the platter for one and Mediterranean saucy prawn. Super tasty. Thank you to Anmol and the team for their outstanding service. See you again soon.”February 2026
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Rice and shrimp balls Net +1
“Also ordered the rice and shrimp balls and it was delish. the price I feel is just fine and reasonable.”
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“Also ordered the rice and shrimp balls and it was delish. the price I feel is just fine and reasonable.”October 2022
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Seafood platter Net +1
“The seafood platter was definitely the highlight of the meal, with fresh and flavorful dishes that satisfied our cravings.”
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“The seafood platter was definitely the highlight of the meal, with fresh and flavorful dishes that satisfied our cravings.”February 2026
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Seafood platter for 2 Net +1
“My family and I got the seafood platter for 2 and creamy seafood soup and we absolutely loved it. The service was extraordinary as well - we were served by tet and jamie who were so cheerful and detailed in explaining everything. Would totally recommend!!!”
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“My family and I got the seafood platter for 2 and creamy seafood soup and we absolutely loved it. The service was extraordinary as well - we were served by tet and jamie who were so cheerful and detailed in explaining everything. Would totally recommend!!!”November 2025
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Seafood platter with large shell on shrimp Net +1
“As a guest of an Emirate friend I asked the waiter for recommendations and decided on the seafood platter with large shell on shrimp.”
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“As a guest of an Emirate friend I asked the waiter for recommendations and decided on the seafood platter with large shell on shrimp.”December 2023
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Shrimp tacos Net +1
“Love the food, the vibes, and the service. The shrimp tacos were so good, the chips were amazing, and the staff are very friendly. Highly recommended 😇🤩”
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“Love the food, the vibes, and the service. The shrimp tacos were so good, the chips were amazing, and the staff are very friendly. Highly recommended 😇🤩”May 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Cream dowry fish Net −1
“But the cream dowry fish which I had no clue was the selected fish in the platter was not either the right fish to have fried or just something wrong. I even tried complaining but no point had to leave half of it.”
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“But the cream dowry fish which I had no clue was the selected fish in the platter was not either the right fish to have fried or just something wrong. I even tried complaining but no point had to leave half of it.”November 2021
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Fish and calamari combo Net −1
“Ordered fish and calamari combo with pumpkin & spinach. We waited 32 minutes for our order even though there were only 2 other customers there. The calamari was dry, cold and rubbery, the chips were cold while the fish was piping hot. There was absolutely zero seasoning on the fish or the calamari when I told the waiter he basically told me “that’s how it usually comes”, which 100% it does not I’ve always ordered and had the same meal.”
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“Ordered fish and calamari combo with pumpkin & spinach. We waited 32 minutes for our order even though there were only 2 other customers there. The calamari was dry, cold and rubbery, the chips were cold while the fish was piping hot. There was absolutely zero seasoning on the fish or the calamari when I told the waiter he basically told me “that’s how it usually comes”, which 100% it does not I’ve always ordered and had the same meal.”July 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Carefully. If you order a starter, consider the Platter for One; one diner found the Platter for Two too much for one person.
Customize Orders. Ask whether your meal can be customized, especially if you prefer a particular preparation such as crispy calamari.
Check The Bill. Review the bill before paying: one diner found an unrequested Salmon Salad charge that had to be removed.
Allow Extra Time. Build in a little waiting time, as one lightly occupied visit still took 32 minutes for the order to arrive.
Plan the visit
Practical details
1st Floor, City Centre Mirdif,Tripoli St
Mirdif, Dubai
Common Concerns
Slow Service
One visit took over 30 minutes for a small platter despite the restaurant being only partly occupied.
Order Errors
A customer received the wrong combo and later found an unrequested Salmon Salad charged to the bill.
Inconsistent Cooking
A customer reported dry, cold, rubbery calamari and cold chips, while the fish arrived piping hot.
Price Increase
One returning customer felt prices had risen significantly, putting a modest meal for two at around 160 AED.
Uneven Sides
The rice did not suit one family’s taste, who described its flavour as strange despite enjoying the seafood.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
219 aed
Platter for two
“We ordere the platter for two which was for only 219 aed and we literally had leftovers to take away not to mention that it’s such a good price for such quality, flavor, and taste”Google review · January 2025
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The Bottom Line
Ocean Basket in Mirdif is a seafood-focused chain where you can order individual fish dishes, sushi or a sharing platter. The Platter for Two is a popular choice and can be surprisingly generous: one review says it was enough for three people, while another reported leftovers. Fish and chips, especially the hake, also gets specific praise.
Families have plenty to work with. One group of six customized its meals and liked the subtle, non-overpowering flavours; the children were especially enthusiastic. Prawns, calamari and salmon are recurring favourites, and the creamy seafood soup is another named recommendation.
The setting is described as calm, clean and comfortable, with a South African feel that appeals to returning diners. Service is often warm and attentive, but it has not been perfectly consistent. Reviews include a 32-minute wait in a nearly empty dining room, a wrong order, and an incorrect Salmon Salad charge.
One older complaint also described cold chips and rubbery calamari, so checking the order and bill is sensible. Pricing is not fixed in these reviews: a Platter for Two was reported at 219 AED, while another diner considered around 160 AED for a modest meal for two steep.