Sea views
Beachside seating gives diners a direct sea view and a calm waterfront setting.
Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar
Palm Jumeirah
Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar is a relaxed beachfront restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, with indoor, outdoor and beachside seating. Reviews point to it for sea views, Greek-inspired food, especially the truffle flat bread, and cocktails over a chilled evening.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
268 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Truffle flat bread
The truffle flat bread is one of the clearest repeat favourites in the reviews.
Fresh fish
Several reviews recommend the fresh catch, particularly the grilled fish.
Flexible seating
You can choose between indoor, outdoor and beachside seating.
Greek flavours
Greek cuisine, including dishes such as tzatziki and seafood pasta, is well represented.
Ladies night
Thursday ladies night was described as good value, with unlimited drinks and two dishes.
Large portions
One review found the hot and cold appetisers fresh, delicious and generously portioned.
What to Eat at Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar 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 Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar, 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 Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Grilled fish Net +4
“Had a lovely lunch at Ria, service was good as well as the food. Really enjoyed the grilled fish it was a red Perge(can’t remember exact name) we also had the crab cakes and pasta. Thanks again!”
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“Had a lovely lunch at Ria, service was good as well as the food. Really enjoyed the grilled fish it was a red Perge(can’t remember exact name) we also had the crab cakes and pasta. Thanks again!”October 2023
“The service and the atmosphere is AMAZING and the food is delicious especially the grilled fish , ive ordered dynamite and something similar to jalapino and grilled fish. For sure will come back”June 2023
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Flat bread with truffle Net +3
“Great food especially flat bread with truffles and tasty cocktails. Love it!”
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“Great food especially flat bread with truffles and tasty cocktails. Love it!”May 2024
“Love the vibe! food was amazing, especially the truffle flat bread. Christian and Lea has been amazing, service was 10/10.”March 2024
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Seafood pasta Net +2
“Food selection is very good and we ordered extra as well (recommend seafood pasta). Place has great beachside vibes and was busy. Will return again, thank you.”
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“Food selection is very good and we ordered extra as well (recommend seafood pasta). Place has great beachside vibes and was busy. Will return again, thank you.”May 2024
“The tzatziki and seafood pasta was delicious!”May 2024
Honorable mentions (20)
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Appetizer with truffle sauce Net +1
“The music is not loud, and the food is very tasty. I tried the chicken and appetizer with truffle sauce.”
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“The music is not loud, and the food is very tasty. I tried the chicken and appetizer with truffle sauce.”March 2024
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Beet hummus Net +1
“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”
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“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”January 2024
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Blueberry salad Net +1
“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”
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“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”March 2023
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Blueberry with feta Net +1
“This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes ( blueberry with feta , watermelon with cheese is a combinations I never met ), beautiful presentation, wide bar menu and wonderful dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.”
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“This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes ( blueberry with feta , watermelon with cheese is a combinations I never met ), beautiful presentation, wide bar menu and wonderful dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.”March 2023
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Chicken skewers Net +1
“For mains - chicken skewers. Meet had a nice taste of a wooden grill.”
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“For mains - chicken skewers. Meet had a nice taste of a wooden grill.”March 2024
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“And dessert - chocolate cake. Very soft inside👌🏼”
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“And dessert - chocolate cake. Very soft inside👌🏼”March 2024
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Crab salad Net +1
“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”
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“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”October 2023
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Fried zucchini Net +1
“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”
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“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”October 2023
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Garlic prawns Net +1
“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”
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“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”January 2024
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Gnocchi with truffle Net +1
“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”
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“The food is outstanding; don't miss the crab salad, fried zucchini, perfectly grilled fish, and the unforgettable gnocchi with truffle.”October 2023
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Grilled chicken Net +1
“I tried the grilled chicken and it was super delicious. It's a must try dish, maybe signature dish of the chef who prepared it.”
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“I tried the grilled chicken and it was super delicious. It's a must try dish, maybe signature dish of the chef who prepared it.”November 2023
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Octopus Net +1
“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”
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“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”March 2023
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Rice pudding Net +1
“Loved the rice pudding and its presentation with lemon sorbet.”
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“Loved the rice pudding and its presentation with lemon sorbet.”February 2024
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Sea bass Net +1
“Starters are excellent and the sea bass to die for !”
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“Starters are excellent and the sea bass to die for !”March 2023
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Truffle fries Net +1
“Great choice to go out with your friends!We tried flat bread with truffle and truffle fries, it was delicious. Recommend!”
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“Great choice to go out with your friends!We tried flat bread with truffle and truffle fries, it was delicious. Recommend!”April 2024
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Tuna tartare Net +1
“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”
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“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”January 2024
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Tzatziki Net +1
“The tzatziki and seafood pasta was delicious!”
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“The tzatziki and seafood pasta was delicious!”May 2024
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Watermelon with cheese Net +1
“This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes ( blueberry with feta , watermelon with cheese is a combinations I never met ), beautiful presentation, wide bar menu and wonderful dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.”
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“This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes ( blueberry with feta , watermelon with cheese is a combinations I never met ), beautiful presentation, wide bar menu and wonderful dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.”March 2023
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Watermelon/feta Net +1
“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”
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“The tuna tartare was our absolute favorite with the watermelon/feta coming in a close second, the garlic prawns and beet hummus were equally delicious and we enjoyed the variety of breads & crackers for dipping.”January 2024
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Zatar chips Net +1
“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”
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“I spent an amazing day on the beach bed - I had lunch (octopus, blueberry salad and amazing zatar chips to die for!!)!!”March 2023
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Paloma cocktail Net +1
“I tried Paloma cocktail, it was perfect as compared to all the other places I tried it before.”
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“I tried Paloma cocktail, it was perfect as compared to all the other places I tried it before.”November 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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2Kg fish Net −1
“Poor service, we had to wait almost 1h30 mins to get our food, we ordered a 2kg fish and it was badly prepared at such a low standard (see pictures) it took them 30 mins to remove the empty fish from table and flies were all over it with the smell. They don’t care about customers, just caring about overcharging you.”
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“Poor service, we had to wait almost 1h30 mins to get our food, we ordered a 2kg fish and it was badly prepared at such a low standard (see pictures) it took them 30 mins to remove the empty fish from table and flies were all over it with the smell. They don’t care about customers, just caring about overcharging you.”January 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Thursday. For a Thursday evening, check the ladies night package: one review reported 125 AED for unlimited drinks and two dishes.
Ask catch. Ask about the fresh catch of the day if you want grilled fish; it was specifically recommended by a beach-day diner.
Choose seating. Pick indoor, outdoor or beachside seating to suit the weather and your preference for the sea view.
Allow time. If you are ordering a large fish, allow extra time and confirm the preparation, after one report of a 1h30 food wait.
Check terrace. If shisha matters, sit on the terrace: one review says it was available there only.
Bring layers. For cooler or damp beach weather, consider a warmer layer because the beach chairs were uncomfortable in those conditions.
Plan the visit
Practical details
447R+Q92
The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Common Concerns
Long wait
One visit involved an almost 90-minute wait for food.
Fish complaint
A customer said a 2kg fish was badly prepared and left on the table for 30 minutes.
Price concern
A later update said food quantity had reduced relative to the price.
Icy drinks
One reviewer felt the drinks contained too much ice.
Cold chairs
Beach chairs were described as uncomfortable in cold, wet conditions.
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The Bottom Line
Ría Restaurant & Beach Bar is a Palm Jumeirah waterfront spot for a relaxed meal with sea views, cocktails and beachside seating. You can sit indoors, outside or on the sand, making it flexible for a date, friends’ dinner or a longer beach day. The setting is peaceful in some visits, while evening music brings a livelier lounge feel.
Food highlights are specific rather than vague: the truffle flat bread appears more than once, seafood pasta and tzatziki were enjoyed, and several diners recommended the grilled fish or fresh catch of the day. Other notable orders include tuna tartare, crab cakes and gnocchi with truffle. Greek dishes and fresh seafood are central to the positive feedback.
Thursday ladies night is worth checking if you want a drinks-led evening; one review reported 125 AED for unlimited drinks and two dishes. Cocktails, including an Aperol Spritz and Paloma, also receive praise. Families and dogs were welcomed by one reviewer, and beach sunbeds were mentioned.
There is one serious service warning: a customer reported waiting almost 1h30 for food and receiving a poorly prepared 2kg fish. Another review mentioned reduced portions for the price, too much ice in drinks and uncomfortable beach chairs in cold, wet weather.