Beach Views
Beachfront tables look directly towards the sea and Burj Al Arab, giving the restaurant its clearest draw.
Shimmers
Al Sufouh
Shimmers is a beachfront Mediterranean restaurant in Al Sufouh, valued for its sea-facing tables and Burj Al Arab views. Guests come for sunset dining, Greek-Mediterranean dishes such as lobster orzo, and a relaxed shisha session by the beach.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,198 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sunset Setting
The beach, sea breeze and relaxed atmosphere make sunset one of the most appealing times to visit.
Strong Dishes
Reviews single out the Basil Orzo, lobster orzo, sea bass and spinach and artichoke salad among the better orders.
Large Portions
One diner found the portions larger than expected, which can work well when sharing several dishes.
Shisha Option
Shisha is available after the meal, with one review specifically praising the pineapple mango hookah.
Live Music
DJ sets, live music and remixes add energy, while some beach tables remain comfortable for conversation.
Warm Service
Several reviews describe attentive, friendly service, including thoughtful handling of a delayed seating issue.
What to Eat at Shimmers 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 Shimmers, 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 Shimmers got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Ambrosia Net +1
“The highlight of the night, though, was definitely the drinks—we had some amazing custom cocktails, including the Ambrosia and the NY Spix. The presentation was beautiful, the flavors were spot-on, and the beachside vibe at night is completely unmatched.”
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“The highlight of the night, though, was definitely the drinks—we had some amazing custom cocktails, including the Ambrosia and the NY Spix. The presentation was beautiful, the flavors were spot-on, and the beachside vibe at night is completely unmatched.”May 2026
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Artichoke salad Net +1
“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”
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“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”December 2025
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Athena Net +1
“The drinks were delicious, particularly the Athena.”
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“The drinks were delicious, particularly the Athena.”October 2025
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Baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves Net +1
“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”
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“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”October 2025
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Basil orzo Net +1
“For starters, everything was good, but the fish dishes and especially the Basil Orzo (which looks like rice but is actually a type of Greek pasta) were exceptional.”
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“For starters, everything was good, but the fish dishes and especially the Basil Orzo (which looks like rice but is actually a type of Greek pasta) were exceptional.”March 2025
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Beef moussaka Net +1
“for foods prawns, salad , beef moussaka its good ,but this spaghetti clams not recommended it taste oily and the noodles is hard not cook so well”
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“for foods prawns, salad , beef moussaka its good ,but this spaghetti clams not recommended it taste oily and the noodles is hard not cook so well”May 2026
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Black angus steak Net +1
“The black angus steak was amazing and worth the higher price point.”
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“The black angus steak was amazing and worth the higher price point.”December 2025
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Chicken risotto Net +1
“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”
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“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”December 2025
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Coolest citrus Net +1
“Fave drink to try was coolest citrus”
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“Fave drink to try was coolest citrus”February 2026
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Fried calamari Net +1
“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”
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“The food was delicious, I recommend the artichoke salad, chicken risotto and fried calamari super tasty also the pineapple mango hookah was superb!”December 2025
Honorable mentions (10)
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Greek yogurt ice cream with caramelized walnuts and honey Net +1
“-Greek Yogurt Ice Cream with caramelized walnuts and honey *Peanut & Vanilla Millefeuille We took them both, and let’s just say… the plates were completely cleaned 🧽😂”
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“-Greek Yogurt Ice Cream with caramelized walnuts and honey *Peanut & Vanilla Millefeuille We took them both, and let’s just say… the plates were completely cleaned 🧽😂”March 2025
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Grilled chicken souvlaki Net +1
“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”
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Review excerpts
“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”October 2025
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Lamb gyros Net +1
“I recommend everyone try the lamb gyros, that was the star of the show.”
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“I recommend everyone try the lamb gyros, that was the star of the show.”October 2025
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Lemon baby chicken Net +1
“You must try the lemon baby chicken and the sea bass.”
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“You must try the lemon baby chicken and the sea bass.”February 2026
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Lobster orzo in a rich bisque Net +1
“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We shared several dishes, including the baked sea bass with tomato, capers, and kaffir leaves, the lobster orzo in a rich bisque, grilled chicken souvlaki, and a side of French fries. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”October 2025
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Ny spix Net +1
“The highlight of the night, though, was definitely the drinks—we had some amazing custom cocktails, including the Ambrosia and the NY Spix. The presentation was beautiful, the flavors were spot-on, and the beachside vibe at night is completely unmatched.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The highlight of the night, though, was definitely the drinks—we had some amazing custom cocktails, including the Ambrosia and the NY Spix. The presentation was beautiful, the flavors were spot-on, and the beachside vibe at night is completely unmatched.”May 2026
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Peanut & vanilla millefeuille Net +1
“-Greek Yogurt Ice Cream with caramelized walnuts and honey *Peanut & Vanilla Millefeuille We took them both, and let’s just say… the plates were completely cleaned 🧽😂”
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Review excerpts
“-Greek Yogurt Ice Cream with caramelized walnuts and honey *Peanut & Vanilla Millefeuille We took them both, and let’s just say… the plates were completely cleaned 🧽😂”March 2025
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Sea bass Net +1
“You must try the lemon baby chicken and the sea bass.”
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“You must try the lemon baby chicken and the sea bass.”February 2026
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Spinach and artichoke salad Net +1
“The spinach and artichoke salad was amazinggggggg, the asparagus side was top of the list.”
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“The spinach and artichoke salad was amazinggggggg, the asparagus side was top of the list.”February 2026
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Watermelon salad Net +1
“The watermelon salad was surprisingly delicious and refreshing too.”
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Review excerpts
“The watermelon salad was surprisingly delicious and refreshing too.”October 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Spaghetti clams Net −1
“for foods prawns, salad , beef moussaka its good ,but this spaghetti clams not recommended it taste oily and the noodles is hard not cook so well”
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Critical review excerpts
“for foods prawns, salad , beef moussaka its good ,but this spaghetti clams not recommended it taste oily and the noodles is hard not cook so well”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve in advance, especially for a beach table or weekend visit; walk-ins have been turned away.
Arrive Early. Allow extra time before sunset: one reservation holder waited about 30 minutes and missed the sunset.
Confirm Seating. Confirm whether your reservation is for the beach, restaurant area or cabana before arriving.
Beat The Heat. For outdoor dining, ask for a table near air conditioning if temperatures are high.
Check Minimum. Read the booking terms carefully: a minimum charge of AED 250 per person has been reported.
Plan The Route. Allow time for arrival through the hotel; one reviewer found the quickest access was via Jumeirah Mina A’Salam Hotel.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeirah Mina Al Salam - 3 Jumeira St
Madinat Jumeirah - Al Sufouh 1, Dubai
| Mon | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Multiple diners reported slow or inattentive service, particularly when the restaurant was crowded.
Minimum Spend
The AED 250 minimum spend per person frustrated some guests, especially those who mainly wanted drinks and the view.
Seating Issues
A reserved beach table was unavailable on arrival for one birthday booking, causing the guest to miss sunset.
Outdoor Heat
An outdoor dinner remained uncomfortably hot after sunset; seating near air conditioning was suggested.
Food Inconsistency
Food feedback is mixed: one review reported a hard steak, while another described chicken as raw.
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The Bottom Line
Shimmers is a beachfront Mediterranean restaurant in Al Sufouh where the setting does much of the heavy lifting. You can book a beach table for sunset, look across the sea towards the Burj Al Arab, and stay on for dinner or shisha. The atmosphere ranges from relaxed and romantic to lively, with DJs, live music and remixes on some evenings.
The menu has several well-reviewed choices rather than one universal favourite. Customers have praised the Basil Orzo, lobster orzo, baked sea bass and spinach and artichoke salad; portions can be larger than expected, which suits sharing. Drinks also get attention, including cocktails such as Ambrosia and the NY Spix.
Shisha is available after the meal, including a praised pineapple mango hookah. Plan carefully around the practical details. Reservations are strongly advisable, particularly at weekends and for beach seating, and one review reports a 250 AED per-person minimum charge.
Seating delays have caused some guests to miss sunset, while service can slow during busy periods. The restaurant is reached through the hotel, with buggy access mentioned in reviews; valet is available, though one guest waited 35–40 minutes for their car. Outdoor tables can also feel hot, so ask about seating near air conditioning.