Trader Vic's Palm Jumeirah

Name: Trader Vic's Palm Jumeirah
Address: Lobby Level, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142300050

Palm Jumeirah

Restaurant 04 230 0050

Trader Vic’s Palm Jumeirah is a Polynesian-themed restaurant and tiki bar with indoor and outdoor seating, known for rum-based cocktails and lively brunches. The Mai Tai, Puka Puka drinks and evening entertainment are the main draws.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

618 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Cocktails

Rum-based cocktails are a standout, with reviewers calling them strong, flavourful and worth trying at happy hour.

Atmosphere

Tropical décor, cosy lighting and vibrant music give the restaurant a distinctive evening feel for dinners and celebrations.

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What to Eat at Trader Vic's Palm Jumeirah

These items at Trader Vic's Palm Jumeirah got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 2

Chicken wings Net +2

“The chicken wings were good but the duck and pineapple curry was absolutely delicious.”
Golden puka Net +2

“I quite enjoyed their UAE version of the world-famous Tiki Puka Puka called the Golden Puka and the cute and tasty Koko-Nana Delight.”

Honorable mentions (28)

Steak Net +1

“Special thanks to Mr. Alam, whose culinary skills left us speechless — the steak he prepared was absolutely outstanding, both in flavor and presentation.”
Asian duck salad Net +1

“We absolutely loved the starters from Asian Duck Salad, Asian Noodle Soup, Ceviche & Sharing Platter(Chicken, Crab & Cheese Jalapeño)”
Asian noodle soup Net +1

“We absolutely loved the starters from Asian Duck Salad, Asian Noodle Soup, Ceviche & Sharing Platter(Chicken, Crab & Cheese Jalapeño)”
Beef cho cho Net +1

“We love coming here for the atmosphere, Latin live music, the cocktails and the food. Thank you David and Marie for the outstanding service, love the wonton soup, beef Cho Cho and the duck.”
Beef rendang Net +1

“Chicken wings were good and the shrimp. Beef Rendang was great.”
Black cod fish Net +1

“Similarly, for Main Course- Black Cod Fish & Steak were Lip Smacking 😋😋”
Calamari Net +1

“The food was very nice, especially the calamari and prawn main dish. The cocktails were tasty and refreshing.”
Ceviche Net +1

“We absolutely loved the starters from Asian Duck Salad, Asian Noodle Soup, Ceviche & Sharing Platter(Chicken, Crab & Cheese Jalapeño)”
Cho-mimi Net +1

“We tried the ladies night on Wednesday. All the appetizers were delicious. Preparation of Cho-Mimi was an absolutely delightful sight where food was prepare right before our eyes with a blazing torch”
Chocolate lava cake Net +1

“There always has to be a sweet ending - Loved the Chocolate Lava Cake & Passionfruit Soufflé ❤️”
Duck and pineapple curry Net +1

“The chicken wings were good but the duck and pineapple curry was absolutely delicious.”
Flambé pasta Net +1

“The flambé pasta by Ayaz was an absolute highlight and the cocktails spot on. Yummy and fault free!!”
Frozen tiki puka puka Net +1

“Do not miss the frozen Tiki Puka Puka.”
Jackfruit dumpling Net +1

“I ordered Jackfruit dumpling which were a little spicy and sour, really my taste.”
Koko-nana delight Net +1

“I quite enjoyed their UAE version of the world-famous Tiki Puka Puka called the Golden Puka and the cute and tasty Koko-Nana Delight.”
Mai tai Net +1

“It might be obvious, but the Mai Tai is worth trying, especially at Happy Hour prices.”
Mai tai wave Net +1

“Loved how the #drinksmenu was interactive & must try cocktails are - Mai Tai Wave, Puka Puka & Golden Puka too 🥰”
Passionfruit soufflé Net +1

“There always has to be a sweet ending - Loved the Chocolate Lava Cake & Passionfruit Soufflé ❤️”
Puka puka Net +1

“Loved how the #drinksmenu was interactive & must try cocktails are - Mai Tai Wave, Puka Puka & Golden Puka too 🥰”
Puka puka brunch Net +1

“We tried the Puka Puka Brunch there It was Amazing Food so delicious with amazing way of serving and Prices very reasonable Same for Drinks🍹🍷”
Ribs Net +1

“Ribs also great!”
Sharing platter (chicken, crab & cheese jalapeño) Net +1

“We absolutely loved the starters from Asian Duck Salad, Asian Noodle Soup, Ceviche & Sharing Platter(Chicken, Crab & Cheese Jalapeño)”
Suffering b@st@rd Net +1

“When it came to paying the bill, I was being charged 75 AED for the Suffering B@st@rd which was the drink I ordered.....despite it being happy hour and it costing 59 AED on the happy hour menu.”
Sweet beef bites Net +1

“Second dish was duck salad which a little too vinegar in flavor for me, but these two amazing gentlemens surprised me with some sweet beef bites to balance the taste.”
Tiki puka puka Net +1

“The best cocktail is Tiki Puka Puka.”
Tiki puka puka special Net +1

“In this cocktails a mixture of rums, but Tiki Puka Puka special (in a golden palm in the photo) drink "softer", which was great for me as I very very rarely drink alcohol.”
Tuna tartar Net +1

“The tuna tartar was the best dish.”
Wonton soup Net +1

“We love coming here for the atmosphere, Latin live music, the cocktails and the food. Thank you David and Marie for the outstanding service, love the wonton soup, beef Cho Cho and the duck.”

Drinks 1

Fresh coconut juice Net +1

“They serve fresh coconut juice as a welcome drink and also offer a selection of alcoholic beverages.”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Duck salad Net −1

“Second dish was duck salad which a little too vinegar in flavor for me, but these two amazing gentlemens surprised me with some sweet beef bites to balance the taste.”
Pecking duck Net −1

“My husband ordered pecking duck even though he spat on it. honestly the service is very good and the drinks are delicious.”
Sea bass Net −1

“We had steak and sea bass, which was not the best we’ve had.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Check Happy Hour. Ask to order from the happy-hour menu explicitly; one guest said a Suffering B@st@rd was billed at 75 AED instead of the listed 59 AED.

Choose Your Music. If you prefer a DJ to a live band, a regular customer said Wednesdays and Fridays were their preferred nights for the DJ.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Lobby Level, Palm West Beach

The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

04 230 0050

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Common Concerns

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Brunch Crowds

Saturday brunch can feel very crowded, with congested seating and a forced-tip complaint from one guest.

Loud Music

Live music was too loud for one brunch guest to hold a proper conversation.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

99 AED

selected menu for ladies night

“Waitress told us it is ladies night and they can drink from a selected menu for 99 AED”

Google review · July 2025

75 AED

Suffering B@st@rd

“When it came to paying the bill, I was being charged 75 AED for the Suffering B@st@rd which was the drink I ordered”

Google review · July 2025

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The Bottom Line

Trader Vic’s Palm Jumeirah is a Polynesian-themed restaurant and tiki bar for people who want dinner or brunch with a strong drinks-and-entertainment component. You can order the Mai Tai, Tiki Puka Puka or other rum cocktails, book the Saturday Puka Puka Brunch, or settle in for live Latin music and dancing. The drinks are the clearest strength across the reviews.

Food is more variable, but several dishes get specific praise, including duck and pineapple curry, tuna tartar, beef rendang, chicken wings, calamari and the prawn main. Brunch brings plenty of choice, including seafood and halal and non-halal sections, though one guest felt the à la carte food was better than the buffet. Expect a lively rather than hushed setting.

Saturday brunch may be crowded, and the live music has been too loud for conversation in some visits. A DJ was especially welcomed on Wednesdays and Fridays. Outdoor seating and valet parking are useful extras, while the tropical décor and Palm setting suit birthdays and group dinners.

Before ordering drinks, ask clearly about happy-hour pricing and check the bill before paying. Reviews mention a disputed drink charge, a child’s brunch price entered incorrectly and occasional slow service, particularly during busy periods.