Live music
Guest singers and bands cover jazz, soul and R&B, with reviews highlighting an especially talented saxophonist.
Q's Bar and Lounge
Al Jaddaf
Q's Bar and Lounge is a small live music venue in Al Jaddaf, set inside Palazzo Versace Dubai. It draws visitors for jazz, soul and R&B performances, with a cosy atmosphere, cocktails and dishes such as beef tartare or salmon skewers for a late evening out.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
548 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cosy setting
The compact lounge has a polished hotel interior, pleasant lighting and seating where the stage is visible from anywhere.
Engaging singers
Performers interact with the audience rather than simply staying on stage; one vocalist was praised for personal crowd engagement.
Food highlights
Several diners specifically enjoyed the beef tartare, grilled octopus, salmon dishes and large burger portions.
Quick service
Some reviews describe attentive staff and orders arriving quickly even when the lounge is busy.
Cigar option
Smoking is permitted inside and cigars are available, making the lounge suitable for visitors who want music with a cigar.
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve ahead. Book in advance, especially for busy nights; one review says tables are usually fully booked.
Confirm timing. Ask when the vocalist and full live set actually begin rather than relying on the online 7pm suggestion.
Allow travel. For an 8pm reservation, allow 45 minutes to an hour for the journey if you are staying elsewhere.
Budget deposit. Expect a 100 AED per-person reservation deposit, which the review says becomes credit on the final bill.
Choose timing. Go before the live music if conversation matters; the room gets much louder once the vocalist comes on.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Jadaf - Jaddaf Waterfront - Dubai
Al Jadaf - Jaddaf Waterfront, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Salmon skewers
Salmon skewers were described as delicious alongside the lounge's jazz band.
Truffle fries
Truffle fries appear as a well-liked side, including with a salmon dish.
Fried squid
Fried squid was one of the dishes described as delicious during an evening booking.
Premium cigars
Cigars are part of the venue's appeal for guests who enjoy smoking with live jazz.
Common Concerns
Heavy smoke
Indoor smoking can be overpowering for non-smokers, so the venue may not suit smoke-sensitive guests.
Loud music
Once the vocalist starts, the compact room can become too loud for conversation.
Music timing
At least one visit involved a major delay, with instrumental music beginning after 9pm and the live performance reportedly starting after 10.
Mixed food
Food feedback is uneven: one diner returned beef because it was mostly fat, while another found fruit inedible and edamame overcooked.
Stuffy room
The low ceiling can occasionally make the lounge feel stuffy.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
100 AED per person
reservation deposit
“You have to put down 100 AED per person deposit to reserve the table, but you get that amount as a credit on your bill”Google review · April 2026
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The Bottom Line
Q's Bar and Lounge is a compact, hotel-based live music venue in Al Jaddaf, known for jazz, soul and R&B rather than a quiet dinner soundtrack. You can book a table, listen to a live band and singer, and order drinks alongside bar food such as beef tartare, grilled octopus, salmon skewers or truffle fries. The small room gives the performances an intimate feel, and several reviewers liked the lighting, comfortable chairs and clear view of the stage.
The music is the reliable draw, with guest artists, audience interaction and particular praise for the saxophone and vocal performances. It is also a cigar bar: smoking is allowed indoors and cigars are on the menu. That is useful if it is part of your evening, but non-smokers may find the air heavy.
Volume is another consideration. Several guests found it difficult to hold a conversation once the vocalist started, while one review praised the sound setup for allowing both talking and music. Food is less consistent than the entertainment.
Beef tartare, salmon and some snacks receive strong praise, but other diners found dishes underwhelming. Reserve ahead, confirm the actual live-music start time, and allow extra travel time for an 8pm booking. A reported 100 AED per-person deposit is credited to the bill.