Creative menu
The hot dogs use unusual Mexican, Italian, Japanese and American-inspired toppings, with beef, chicken and vegetarian sausage choices.
THIS IS HOT DOG - Bluewaters
Bluewaters Island
This is Hot Dog is a casual hot-dog restaurant on Bluewaters Island, with inventive toppings and choices including beef, chicken and vegetarian sausages. Reviews also mention a well-liked brisket sandwich, outdoor seating overlooking the water and quick counter service on some visits.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
465 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Vegetarian choice
Any hot dog can be made with a vegetarian sausage, including the Italian.
Brisket sandwich
The brisket sandwich received particularly strong praise from one delivery customer, who called it one of the best they had tried.
Water views
The Bluewaters setting includes outdoor seating facing the water, with reviewers also noting views towards JBR and the Marina.
Chicken strips
One dine-in visit found the chicken strips crispy outside and tender inside, with the order served in around 10 minutes.
Family meals
A kids’ meal was described as including two hot dogs, fries and fresh juice.
Friendly service
Several reviews describe the service as fast and friendly, although other visits report slower or less helpful staff.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check size. Confirm that the mini sandwiches are actually mini before ordering; one display led four adults to expect full-size sandwiches.
Ask availability. Ask what is currently available before deciding, as one visit found most displayed menu items unavailable.
Allow time. Leave extra time rather than assuming fast-food speed: one order took over 50 minutes, while another was served in around 10.
Mind spice. Take the warnings seriously on the hotter dogs; a reviewer said the Double Dare was extremely spicy and suggested keeping water nearby.
Try original. If you prefer a straightforward order, one reviewer specifically recommended the Original and noted that the dogs are made to order.
Check hours. Verify late-night opening before travelling: a customer arrived around 2am after being told it was open until 3am, but found it closed.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Bluewaters Island - Pedestrian Bridge
Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island, Dubai
Common Concerns
Inconsistent waits
Service can be quick, but one order for two hot dogs and chicken strips took over 50 minutes despite the restaurant not being especially busy.
Poor fries
Some customers found the fries poor or oddly old-tasting, including one delivery order that was not eaten.
Price concerns
Multiple reviews describe the food as overpriced, with particular frustration around small mini sandwiches and the Bluewaters setting’s pricing.
Availability issues
A customer reported that most displayed menu items were unavailable, leaving only one item to choose from.
Bread criticism
One detailed review found the bun structurally useful but lacking the flavour and texture expected from a brioche-style bun.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
17aed together
regular size fries and pepsi
“The regular size fries and pepsi cost 17aed together and I felt it was quite expensive”Google review · April 2022
27aed each
hot dogs
“But then again, the hot dogs were 27aed each so everything at this location is expensive”Google review · April 2022
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The Bottom Line
This is Hot Dog is a casual spot on Bluewaters Island for inventive hot dogs rather than a standard grab-and-go sausage. The menu includes Mexican, Italian, Franky and chili con carne variations, with beef, chicken or vegetarian sausage options. Reviews also give the brisket sandwich a strong mention, so there is another substantial choice if hot dogs are not your thing.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Customers describe outdoor seating facing the water, with views towards JBR and the Marina, making it a natural stop after a walk across the bridge or a visit to Ain Dubai. Families can look for the kids’ meal with two hot dogs, fries and fresh juice.
Chicken strips have also been praised for being crispy outside and tender inside. The experience is uneven. Some visits report friendly, efficient service and food in about 10 minutes; another order took over 50 minutes, and delivery feedback included fries that tasted old.
Several customers also felt the pricing was high, especially for mini sandwiches or small portions. Check availability and serving size before paying, and verify late-night hours rather than relying on a stated 3am closing time. Spice-sensitive diners should take the Double Dare warning seriously.