Fresh seafood
Reviews describe the seafood as fresh, filling and generously portioned, with plump shrimp and delectable mussels.
Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant - Deira
Port Saeed
This casual seafood restaurant in Port Saeed is known for hands-on seafood boils with Creole-style flavours. Reviews highlight generous portions, fresh shrimps and mussels, and sauces ranging from Cajun to garlic and butter.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
3,724 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Flavourful sauces
Cajun, garlic-and-butter, vinegar and OTH special sauces are repeatedly praised for adding plenty of flavour.
Large servings
The solo platter fed two people to fullness, while the Grande Set meal was described as serving 8–10 people.
Cozy setting
The restaurant is described as small but cozy, with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that is comfortable for dining.
Celebration friendly
Birthday visits have included a birthday song, discounts and warm service, making the restaurant suitable for casual celebrations.
What to Eat at Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant - Deira 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 Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant - Deira, 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 Off the Hook Seafood Restaurant - Deira got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Seafood boil Net +3
“Off the hook is a regular spot for me and my friends, this branch is great because it’s open till late, service and food is consistent at other branches as well, parking is a bit difficult to find here at peak times, special appreciation to our server Joren for his positivity and kindness, will definitely recommend to anyone wanting to have a seafood boil.”
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“Off the hook is a regular spot for me and my friends, this branch is great because it’s open till late, service and food is consistent at other branches as well, parking is a bit difficult to find here at peak times, special appreciation to our server Joren for his positivity and kindness, will definitely recommend to anyone wanting to have a seafood boil.”March 2026
“This is our family's go to place whenever we crave for seafood boil. Not only the food is great but also the overall service and friendly staff!”April 2026
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Black calamari Net +1
“We highly recommend this place, and all the seafood is fresh, especially the black calamari. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
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“We highly recommend this place, and all the seafood is fresh, especially the black calamari. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”February 2026
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Grande set meal Net +1
“Got the Grande Set meal good for 8-10pax and it’s superb yummy! Especially the sauce 🫶🏻 We like it spicy but not the kick we expected dapat pala we asked for MORE Spicy 😆 unli rice and drinks pa! Overall, the service, ambiance and food itself is outstanding. Highly recommended! Worth the price 🥰”
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“Got the Grande Set meal good for 8-10pax and it’s superb yummy! Especially the sauce 🫶🏻 We like it spicy but not the kick we expected dapat pala we asked for MORE Spicy 😆 unli rice and drinks pa! Overall, the service, ambiance and food itself is outstanding. Highly recommended! Worth the price 🥰”January 2026
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Oth special Net +1
“Their recommended sauces are nice. The OTH special and olive with herbs. The shrimp shells are easily taken off and all items taste delicious.”
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“Their recommended sauces are nice. The OTH special and olive with herbs. The shrimp shells are easily taken off and all items taste delicious.”January 2026
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Salmon in lemon and pepper Net +1
“The salmon in lemon and pepper was a standout, absolutely delicious.”
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“The salmon in lemon and pepper was a standout, absolutely delicious.”January 2026
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Seafood ramadan offer Net +1
“I wanted to share that Ralf and the entire team provided amazing service. The food was incredibly delicious, and we enjoyed everything. The Seafood Ramadan offer was fantastic. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Check the video on our channel. @TravelBestBuddy #TravelBestBuddy”
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“I wanted to share that Ralf and the entire team provided amazing service. The food was incredibly delicious, and we enjoyed everything. The Seafood Ramadan offer was fantastic. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Check the video on our channel. @TravelBestBuddy #TravelBestBuddy”March 2026
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Shrimp with cajun sauce Net +1
“We recently tried the shrimp with Cajun sauce and fries. The food was enjoyable,the shrimp were fresh, flavorful, and coated well with the Cajun sauce.”
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“We recently tried the shrimp with Cajun sauce and fries. The food was enjoyable,the shrimp were fresh, flavorful, and coated well with the Cajun sauce.”July 2026
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Solo platter Net +1
“Awesome place, we got the solo platter and it fed me and my dad with both of us being more than full.”
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“Awesome place, we got the solo platter and it fed me and my dad with both of us being more than full.”May 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Trio Net −1
“but today is the worst, i ordered TRIO and i got 6 pcs of medium size shrimp, 2 medium crabs, 3 mussels and lots of corn like 6 cut, they claim it is good for 3 to 4 person but i dont think so.”
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“but today is the worst, i ordered TRIO and i got 6 pcs of medium size shrimp, 2 medium crabs, 3 mussels and lots of corn like 6 cut, they claim it is good for 3 to 4 person but i dont think so.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Set spice. Ask for your preferred spice level; one diner who wanted a stronger kick said they should have asked for “MORE Spicy.”
Allow time. Build in roughly 20 minutes for the food to arrive, especially if you are planning around a tight schedule.
Visit earlier. If you are driving, consider avoiding peak times because parking may be harder to find then.
Check supplies. If you need them, ask for the plastic apron and gloves when the seafood arrives rather than assuming they will be offered.
Plan the visit
Practical details
G5 Centurion Star Building
Port Saeed - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 12:15 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent attention
One diner said staff forgot the table while serving others and did not offer the plastic seafood apron given to other diners.
Portion concern
A returning customer felt a Trio platter had too little seafood for its stated 3–4-person serving and was unhappy with the response.
Service delays
A review mentions drinks and gloves arriving later than expected during a busy, understaffed visit.
Warm dining room
One customer found the restaurant too warm and specifically asked for better air conditioning.
Peak parking
Parking can be difficult to find around peak times, according to a regular diner.
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The Bottom Line
Off the Hook is a casual seafood restaurant in Port Saeed built around hands-on seafood boils. You can order a shrimp with Cajun sauce, a solo platter, or a larger Grande Set meal; reviewers also mention black calamari and salmon in lemon and pepper. The food is generally described as fresh, hot, flavourful and filling, with generous servings that suit sharing.
Sauces are a major part of the appeal. Cajun, garlic-and-butter, vinegar and the OTH special sauce all appear in reviews, and one diner particularly liked the coconut cream sauce. If you prefer a strong kick, specify “MORE Spicy” rather than assuming the standard level will be hot enough.
The setting is small, cozy and relaxed. Staff are often praised for being friendly and accommodating, and birthday visits have included a song or discount. That said, service is not perfectly consistent: one table was forgotten and did not receive a seafood apron, while another waited for drinks and gloves during a busy visit.
Allow around 20 minutes for food, and be cautious about peak-time parking. One review also found the dining room warm because of the air conditioning. Portions are usually praised, though a returning customer felt the Trio was undersized for three to four people.