Plant-based choice
The menu has plenty of vegan and vegetarian dishes, with fish available as an option on some plates.
Soulgreen Dubai
Dubai Creek Harbour
Soulgreen Dubai is a healthy, largely plant-based restaurant in Dubai Creek Harbour, with dairy-free and gluten-free dishes alongside sustainably sourced fish. Customers come for colourful food such as the Indian bowl and vegan burger, then stay for the terrace, creek views and sunset drinks.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
1,453 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sunset terrace
The terrace looks across the creek, marina and skyline, with sunset repeatedly singled out as the standout time to visit.
Gluten-free bread
Gluten-free diners have a specifically praised bread option, alongside a menu described as clearly marked and easy to understand.
Creative dishes
Reviews highlight colourful, fresh cooking rather than bland diet food, including avocado tartare, green risotto and ginger purée with portobello mushrooms.
Welcoming service
Multiple diners describe the team as warm and attentive, with service that can feel personal without becoming intrusive.
Parking access
Customers report valet parking at the hotel, while another review notes underground parking with direct access beside the restaurant.
What to Eat at Soulgreen Dubai 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 Soulgreen Dubai, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Soulgreen Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Gnocci Net +2
“The gnocci was cooked to perfection, the flavors were rich and well-defined, and every bite was a delight.”
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“The gnocci was cooked to perfection, the flavors were rich and well-defined, and every bite was a delight.”February 2025
“The highlight however was the gnocchi, that was absolutely incredible, soft and pillowy.”March 2025
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Indian bowl Net +2
“Awesome food with good vegetarian and vegan options. Do try their Indian bowl it's yummy.”
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“Awesome food with good vegetarian and vegan options. Do try their Indian bowl it's yummy.”December 2022
“We had the Indian bowl which was really tasty. A definite improvement from before.”July 2025
Honorable mentions (21)
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Avocado tartare Net +1
“I especially loved the avocado tartare and the green risotto.”
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“I especially loved the avocado tartare and the green risotto.”June 2025
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Bruschettas with salmon Net +1
“Food was absolutely delicious, I loved my vegan burger and bruschettas with salmon.”
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“Food was absolutely delicious, I loved my vegan burger and bruschettas with salmon.”November 2025
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Cocktails with mango and strawberries Net +1
“And very tasty cocktails with mango and strawberries - so fresh!🍓”
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“And very tasty cocktails with mango and strawberries - so fresh!🍓”March 2025
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Coconut soup Net +1
“The food was very good—especially the coconut soup and the salmon bowl, both were delicious.”
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“The food was very good—especially the coconut soup and the salmon bowl, both were delicious.”December 2025
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Falafel wrap Net +1
“I had the falafel wrap and that tasted really good, the chips on the side were also very delicious.”
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“I had the falafel wrap and that tasted really good, the chips on the side were also very delicious.”October 2024
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Ginger purée with portobello mushrooms Net +1
“Every dish feels thoughtfully crafted, but my personal favourites were the ginger purée with portobello mushrooms… absolutely divine.”
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“Every dish feels thoughtfully crafted, but my personal favourites were the ginger purée with portobello mushrooms… absolutely divine.”November 2025
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Green risotto Net +1
“I especially loved the avocado tartare and the green risotto.”
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“I especially loved the avocado tartare and the green risotto.”June 2025
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Grilled asparagus Net +1
“Healthy Salads, grilled asparagus, triple baked potato wedges and yes their spicy mayo 😋 James the staff who served us, I thankyou from the bottom of my heart for making it most memorable for me.”
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“Healthy Salads, grilled asparagus, triple baked potato wedges and yes their spicy mayo 😋 James the staff who served us, I thankyou from the bottom of my heart for making it most memorable for me.”January 2023
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La vie en rose Net +1
“If you’re heading there for a sundowner, their sunset cocktails are a must. La Vie en Rose was stunning, and the whole vibe during golden hour is just magical.”
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“If you’re heading there for a sundowner, their sunset cocktails are a must. La Vie en Rose was stunning, and the whole vibe during golden hour is just magical.”November 2025
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Mango vegan cheesecake Net +1
“And the mango vegan cheesecake? Still unforgettable.”
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“And the mango vegan cheesecake? Still unforgettable.”February 2026
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Mango, strawberry and passion fruit sorbet Net +1
“The mango, strawberry and passion fruit sorbet was the best way to end a delicious dinner.”
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“The mango, strawberry and passion fruit sorbet was the best way to end a delicious dinner.”October 2025
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Nachos Net +1
“Besides that, the nachos were nice, the dips complemented the nacho chips well.”
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“Besides that, the nachos were nice, the dips complemented the nacho chips well.”October 2024
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Salmon Net +1
“The salmon was so tender and delicious, and the cocktails are nice.”
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“The salmon was so tender and delicious, and the cocktails are nice.”April 2026
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Salmon bowl Net +1
“The food was very good—especially the coconut soup and the salmon bowl, both were delicious.”
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“The food was very good—especially the coconut soup and the salmon bowl, both were delicious.”December 2025
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Thai bowl Net +1
“I tried the octopus salad and Thai bowl. The octopus was slightly over cooked compared to what I normally like, but it was tasty. Thai bowl had a nice green curry flavor and it’s very filling.”
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“I tried the octopus salad and Thai bowl. The octopus was slightly over cooked compared to what I normally like, but it was tasty. Thai bowl had a nice green curry flavor and it’s very filling.”January 2024
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Three-course set menu Net +1
“Delicious three-course set menu with drinks. Portions were perfect and desserts were nice. Overall a great experience, but the food took a bit long to arrive.”
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“Delicious three-course set menu with drinks. Portions were perfect and desserts were nice. Overall a great experience, but the food took a bit long to arrive.”September 2025
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Triple baked potato wedges Net +1
“Healthy Salads, grilled asparagus, triple baked potato wedges and yes their spicy mayo 😋 James the staff who served us, I thankyou from the bottom of my heart for making it most memorable for me.”
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“Healthy Salads, grilled asparagus, triple baked potato wedges and yes their spicy mayo 😋 James the staff who served us, I thankyou from the bottom of my heart for making it most memorable for me.”January 2023
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Truffle balls coated with coconut Net +1
“The burger was my favourite to begin with and the truffle balls coated with coconut to end as desserts were mouth watering.”
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“The burger was my favourite to begin with and the truffle balls coated with coconut to end as desserts were mouth watering.”January 2023
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Truffle risotto Net +1
“The food was incredibly delicious — especially the truffle risotto, it truly stole my heart. Highly recommend! 💚”
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“The food was incredibly delicious — especially the truffle risotto, it truly stole my heart. Highly recommend! 💚”October 2025
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Vegan burger Net +1
“Food was absolutely delicious, I loved my vegan burger and bruschettas with salmon.”
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“Food was absolutely delicious, I loved my vegan burger and bruschettas with salmon.”November 2025
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Burger Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The burger was average and so was the falafel wrap.”
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What to Avoid (5)
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Chocolate dessert Net −1
“The chocolate dessert was a complete let down. It was dry. The mousse was not mousse but actually chocolate sauce and it was literally non existent on the plate. Will not order this again.”
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“The chocolate dessert was a complete let down. It was dry. The mousse was not mousse but actually chocolate sauce and it was literally non existent on the plate. Will not order this again.”July 2025
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Mezze platter Net −1
“The food was quite average and did not feel fresh. The Mezze platter was cold(quite evident that it was brought righr from the fridge) and did not feel fresh.”
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“The food was quite average and did not feel fresh. The Mezze platter was cold(quite evident that it was brought righr from the fridge) and did not feel fresh.”September 2025
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Mushroom gnocchi Net −1
“My partner had the mushroom gnocchi. As much as both of us love mushrooms, it did taste too earthy? “Don’t get mushroom then” - mushroom taste is fine but there was no depth to the dish 🧐 like it was lacking other flavours.”
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“My partner had the mushroom gnocchi. As much as both of us love mushrooms, it did taste too earthy? “Don’t get mushroom then” - mushroom taste is fine but there was no depth to the dish 🧐 like it was lacking other flavours.”October 2024
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Octopus salad Net −1
“I tried the octopus salad and Thai bowl. The octopus was slightly over cooked compared to what I normally like, but it was tasty.”
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“I tried the octopus salad and Thai bowl. The octopus was slightly over cooked compared to what I normally like, but it was tasty.”January 2024
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Pizza Net −1
“The food, particularly the pizza, was disappointing. The crust was burnt and overly dry on the edges, which is not what one would expect from a restaurant claiming authentic Italian quality.”
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“The food, particularly the pizza, was disappointing. The crust was burnt and overly dry on the edges, which is not what one would expect from a restaurant claiming authentic Italian quality.”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check hours. Verify the opening time directly before driving over; one customer found the online midday listing wrong and the phone unanswered.
Book sunset. Reserve ahead if you want an unobstructed sunset or skyline table, as the best-view tables may already be taken.
Allow time. Leave extra time for the meal, especially if ordering several courses; one review reports a wait of roughly 40 minutes or more.
Validate valet. If using hotel valet parking, validate the parking ticket before leaving.
Try outdoors. The terrace is especially appealing in cooler weather and around sunset; indoor seating is available when Dubai is hot.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Street
Al Kheeran First - Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Unclear hours
One visitor travelled from JVC after seeing a midday opening time online, only to find the restaurant closed until 3pm and the phone unanswered.
Slow service
Some diners waited around 40 minutes or longer for mains and dessert, while another said a three-course meal took a bit long.
Inconsistent food
Although many reviews praise freshness and flavour, others found dishes flat, average or insufficiently fresh; one mezze platter arrived cold.
Dessert miss
One diner found the chocolate dessert dry, with very little mousse on the plate.
Small portions
Portion feedback varies, but one review specifically found the servings quite small for a very hungry diner.
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The Bottom Line
Soulgreen Dubai is a healthy, largely plant-based restaurant in Dubai Creek Harbour, set inside Vida Creek Harbour hotel. It suits diners looking for vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free choices without giving up flavour or presentation. Reviews specifically mention the Indian bowl, vegan burger, avocado tartare and truffle risotto, while fish options include salmon and black cod.
The terrace is the main draw beyond the food. It overlooks the creek, marina and Dubai skyline, with several diners describing sunset as the best time to come. Indoor seating is available too, and customers report hotel valet parking plus underground parking with direct access nearby.
If you use valet, remember to validate the ticket. Service is usually described as friendly, attentive and welcoming, though the feedback is not completely consistent. A few visits involved long waits, including roughly 40 minutes for a main and dessert, and food reviews range from vibrant and fresh to flat or insufficiently fresh.
One diner particularly disliked the dry chocolate dessert, while another found portions small. Check opening hours before setting out, as one customer found an online midday listing inaccurate. For the clearest experience, book ahead for an unblocked sunset table and allow plenty of time for the meal.