Pool views
Outdoor tables beside the beach and pool give lunch a strong sense of place.
The Edge
Palm Jumeirah
The Edge is a poolside restaurant at Atlantis, The Palm in Palm Jumeirah, serving Mediterranean-leaning fare in an outdoor setting beside the beach and pool. Reviews especially point to its stone-hearth pizzas and relaxed lunches with sea or pool views.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
280 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Stone pizzas
The stone-hearth pizzas are a reliable highlight, with reviewers praising their crisp crusts and balanced toppings.
Generous portions
Portions can be substantial enough to take leftovers away after the meal.
Dietary choice
The kitchen has made vegan pizza with vegan cheese, and another review noted good gluten-free options.
Family friendly
Reviews describe helpful service around children, including assistance for a guest dining with a baby.
Outdoor comfort
Portable air conditioning has helped diners stay comfortable during hot days outdoors.
What to Eat at The Edge 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 The Edge, 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 The Edge got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 1
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Tiramisu Net +2
“For dessert, I chose the Tiramisu, and honestly, it was one of the best I’ve ever had – truly excellent!”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“For dessert, I chose the Tiramisu, and honestly, it was one of the best I’ve ever had – truly excellent!”June 2025
“Pizzas are top-notch, and don’t miss the decadent tiramisu for dessert.”December 2025
Honorable mentions (11)
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Buffalo mozarella Net +1
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”July 2018
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El funghi pizza Net +1
“We shared the El Funghi pizza and it was just perfect: flavourful, well cooked, and generous.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We shared the El Funghi pizza and it was just perfect: flavourful, well cooked, and generous.”January 2026
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Fajitas Net +1
“Food menus is quite good hot or cold ...I love the fajitas.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food menus is quite good hot or cold ...I love the fajitas.”March 2018
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Fries Net +1
“He really helped us get the best Margarita pizza and fries.. took such great interest in our food choices.. simply the best he is..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“He really helped us get the best Margarita pizza and fries.. took such great interest in our food choices.. simply the best he is..”July 2024
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Kiwi cutie Net +1
“The food in the EDGE is top class & drinks suggested by Chandra is amazing. Special thanks to Farid (Bartender) who made Kiwi 🥝 cutie & pineapple 🍍 drinks.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food in the EDGE is top class & drinks suggested by Chandra is amazing. Special thanks to Farid (Bartender) who made Kiwi 🥝 cutie & pineapple 🍍 drinks.”December 2022
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Lobster pasta for two Net +1
“The lobster pasta for two is a standout must-try, bursting with flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The lobster pasta for two is a standout must-try, bursting with flavor.”December 2025
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Mushroom risotto Net +1
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”July 2018
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Pasta with burata Net +1
“I can definitely recommend pasta with burata.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I can definitely recommend pasta with burata.”November 2024
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Prawns Net +1
“The food was so delicious, but I must say that the highlight of the meal was definitely the prawns. I cannot recommend these enough they were cooked beautifully and incredibly flavorful.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food was so delicious, but I must say that the highlight of the meal was definitely the prawns. I cannot recommend these enough they were cooked beautifully and incredibly flavorful.”July 2025
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Spaghetti carbonara Net +1
“I had the Spaghetti Carbonara, which was cooked to perfection.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I had the Spaghetti Carbonara, which was cooked to perfection.”June 2025
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Vegan pizza Net +1
“One of the few restaurants at Atlantis the Palm that is happy to cater for vegans. They had vegan cheese and were able to make me a vegan pizza. Some vegetarian options too. Food tasted really good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“One of the few restaurants at Atlantis the Palm that is happy to cater for vegans. They had vegan cheese and were able to make me a vegan pizza. Some vegetarian options too. Food tasted really good.”December 2024
Drinks 1
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Margarita pizza Net +1
“He really helped us get the best Margarita pizza and fries.. took such great interest in our food choices.. simply the best he is..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“He really helped us get the best Margarita pizza and fries.. took such great interest in our food choices.. simply the best he is..”July 2024
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Burger with frozen meat Net −1
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”July 2018
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Garlic bread Net −1
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Service is fine but the food was not as expected. Fruits has no taste, garlic bread was not good, burger with frozen meat full of water... the mushroom risotto and the buffalo mozarella was not bad tho”July 2018
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Shawarma Net −1
“Shawarma on the street is better.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Shawarma on the street is better.”November 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid peaks. If you want more attentive service, consider a quieter period; one busy lunch required reminders about water.
Ask dietary. Ask about gluten-free choices or vegan cheese before ordering; reviewers say both can be accommodated.
Plan portions. Portions may be large, so sharing or requesting a takeaway container could make sense for lighter appetites.
Mind the heat. For an outdoor visit on a hot day, ask whether portable air conditioning is available in your seating area.
Budget ahead. Allow for resort-level pricing: one reviewer expected at least AED 250 for a plate and two drinks per person.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Atlantis - Crescent Rd
The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Several reviews mention delays; one guest had to request bread repeatedly and received it after the food.
Uneven food
Food feedback is not completely consistent, with one reviewer finding the fish inedible.
High prices
A reviewer described the pricing as expensive and said nothing felt reasonably priced.
Casual setting
Despite the resort location, one review specifically says this is not a fine-dining experience.
Plastic cups
One review reported wine being served in plastic cups, which may disappoint guests expecting a more polished setting.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
at least 250aed
a plate and two drinks per person
“Expect to spend at least 250aed for a plate and two drinks per person”Google review · October 2021
AED 235
Buffet dinner
“The Edge BBQ restaurant at Atalantis The Palm, Buffet dinner with a price tag of AED 235 is not upto the mark”Google review · April 2019
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The Bottom Line
The Edge is a relaxed poolside restaurant at Atlantis, The Palm in Palm Jumeirah, with outdoor seating near the beach, pool and sea. It suits an unhurried lunch, family meal or drinks stop more than a formal dinner. The setting is a major part of the appeal, especially when you want to stay close to the water.
Pizza is the clearest crowd-pleaser: reviewers describe the stone-hearth versions as crisp and authentic, while the El Funghi pizza was called flavourful, well cooked and generous. Other dishes that drew specific praise include lobster pasta for two, spaghetti carbonara, prawns and tiramisu. Vegan pizza with vegan cheese and good gluten-free options make the menu more flexible than a typical poolside stop.
Service is often warm and attentive, with several reviews highlighting staff who were kind with children and careful around dietary requirements. It is not entirely consistent, though: some guests had to chase water or bread, and one reported waiting until after the food arrived. Expect substantial resort pricing, with one review citing at least AED 250 for a plate and two drinks per person.
On hot days, portable air conditioning can make the outdoor setting much more comfortable.