Un Dimanche à Paris - Bluewaters Island

Name: Un Dimanche à Paris - Bluewaters Island
Address: Bluewaters Island - The Wharf, Bluewaters Island, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145640044

Bluewaters Island

French restaurant 04 564 0044

Un Dimanche à Paris is a French restaurant and café on Bluewaters Island, with pastry-focused daytime visits and full meals later on. Reviews point to the sea-facing terrace, fresh bread and croissants, and dishes such as duck confit as the main draws.

Reputation Score

4.3

★★★★☆

1,505 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Sea Views

The upper floors and terrace look across the water towards JBR, with boats and beach views adding a strong reason to linger.

Strong Breakfast

Breakfast stands out for soft croissants, fresh bread, eggs and good coffee, making the café a popular morning stop.

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What to Eat at Un Dimanche à Paris - Bluewaters Island

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Un Dimanche à Paris - Bluewaters Island, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 10

Almond croissant Net +1

“I must say that I've never had a better almond croissant, it is superb! You have to actually try it yourself, so head out there guys!”
Asparagus risotto Net +1

“We had the chicken tartine and asparagus risotto, both were fresh and very tasty. Portions were not massive though the risotto was filling.”
Aubergine rotie Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Burger Net +1

“The burger was also very delicious”
Calamari Net +1

“The food was AMAZING. We ordered the Calamari - It was so fresh. The steak was good. The duck was the star of the night - It was top notch.”
Camembert Net +1

“We shared the Camembert to start, then for the main course, my wife took the sea bass au citron and I took the steak frites!”
Cheese platter Net +1

“I loved the cheese platter a lot and the yummy bread basket .”
Chicken avocado sandwich Net +1

“The bread is freshly baked. The onion soup is amazing and the chicken Avocado sandwich is very delicious.”
Chicken tartine Net +1

“We had the chicken tartine and asparagus risotto, both were fresh and very tasty.”
Chocolate éclair Net +1

“We ordered two cappuccinos, a chocolate éclair, and a fraisier. Both desserts were delicious, though I would have loved a bit more cake in the fraisier, as it was mostly frosting. Still, everything tasted great, and the waterfront views with boats passing by made for a beautiful afternoon.”

Honorable mentions (33)

Creme brûlée Net +1

“The creme brûlée was really good.”
Croque madame Net +1

“The food was good: Croque Madame absolutely delicious, the service good.”
Croque monsieur facon udap Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Duck confit red cabbage Net +1

“I ordered the sea bass with potato and duck confit red cabbage, and I must say, the experience was exceptional. The food was served promptly, and each dish was a delightful surprise. The sea bass had a super crispy skin, while the potatoes were cooked to perfection. The sauce accompanying the dish struck a perfect balance between sour and creamy, enhancing the flavors of both the fish and the potatoes. The Tara's sauce was a standout and complemented the dish beautifully. I highly recommend trying this dish. The duck confit was tender and flavorful, paired with amazing sauces that elevated the dish.”
Entrecote rotie Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Fraisier Net +1

“We ordered two cappuccinos, a chocolate éclair, and a fraisier. Both desserts were delicious, though I would have loved a bit more cake in the fraisier, as it was mostly frosting. Still, everything tasted great, and the waterfront views with boats passing by made for a beautiful afternoon.”
French toast with caramel Net +1

“I recommend both of the French toast with caramel and the Mille feuille with vanilla and caramel. True delicacies ❤️”
Golden cutlets Net +1

“Golden cutlets, creamy herb mash, dreamy drinks, and the kindest, most elegant waiters you’ll ever meet ✨. Every detail at Un Dimanche à Paris UAE is a feast for the senses. Beautiful, delicious, and filled with charm — this place is truly something special.”
Gratin de poulet Net +1

“Had their escalope de poulet with mashed potatoes and gratin de poulet and both were amazing!”
Le gourmet Net +1

“I went on a Saturday for a breakfast, we were two people, we ordered le gourmet and oeufs bénédicte, food tastes perfect, up to expectation.”
Les mille-feuilles Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Macarons Net +1

“The highlight, however, lies in their French-style desserts. Each sweet treat is a masterpiece, showcasing the artistry and skill of the chefs. From delectable macarons to exquisite pastries, the desserts are a delightful finale to a memorable meal.”
Mediterranean salad Net +1

“We also had the Mediterranean salad and that was SUPER good.”
Mille feuille with vanilla and caramel Net +1

“I recommend both of the French toast with caramel and the Mille feuille with vanilla and caramel. True delicacies ❤️”
Millefeuille Net +1

“Millefeuille for desert was one of the best I've had.”
Mushroom risotto Net +1

“Being a risotto lover, I couldn’t resist trying both the seafood quinoa risotto and the mushroom risotto. Each dish offered a unique and delightful flavor profile, but the seafood quinoa risotto stole the show with its vibrant and perfectly balanced taste.”
Non-alcoholic cocktails Net +1

“I especially loved the non-alcoholic cocktails — elegant, refreshing, and made with care.”
Oeufs bénédicte Net +1

“I went on a Saturday for a breakfast, we were two people, we ordered le gourmet and oeufs bénédicte, food tastes perfect, up to expectation.”
Onion soup Net +1

“The bread is freshly baked. The onion soup is amazing and the chicken Avocado sandwich is very delicious.”
Orange and beetroot dish Net +1

“The salad options are good, including an orange and beetroot dish.”
Orzo aux legumes du mois Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Passion fruit and mango mousse Net +1

“I particularly enjoyed the passion fruit and mango mousse, which was refreshing and smooth.”
Pasta with chicken Net +1

“My husband had the pasta with chicken, that was delicious.”
Rose milk cake Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Salade de betterave et orange Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Sea bass Net +1

“I ordered the sea bass with potato and duck confit red cabbage, and I must say, the experience was exceptional. The food was served promptly, and each dish was a delightful surprise. The sea bass had a super crispy skin, while the potatoes were cooked to perfection. The sauce accompanying the dish struck a perfect balance between sour and creamy, enhancing the flavors of both the fish and the potatoes. The Tara's sauce was a standout and complemented the dish beautifully. I highly recommend trying this dish.”
Sea bass au citron Net +1

“We shared the Camembert to start, then for the main course, my wife took the sea bass au citron and I took the steak frites!”
Seafood quinoa risotto Net +1

“Being a risotto lover, I couldn’t resist trying both the seafood quinoa risotto and the mushroom risotto. Each dish offered a unique and delightful flavor profile, but the seafood quinoa risotto stole the show with its vibrant and perfectly balanced taste.”
Steak flambé Net +1

“I choose the steak flambé but with mashed potatoes instead of fries. See the picture. It was perfect 👌🏼the mushroom sauce is also very tasty.”
Steak frites Net +1

“We shared the Camembert to start, then for the main course, my wife took the sea bass au citron and I took the steak frites!”
The pearl of dubai Net +1

“We ordered two drinks, the classic, Cold Latte and The Pearl of Dubai. I highly recommend ladies to have the latter. It looked almost too pretty to eat 😍 (almost).”
Tiramisu Net +1

“Their tiramisu, prepared at the table, was not only a visual treat but also a culinary masterpiece—light, rich, and utterly satisfying.”
Kids' meal Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The food was just fine, the salad ocean had only 4 small shrimps for that price is not worth spending on it! The kids' meal is like everywhere else. Plus, we had to wait for 25 minutes be make an order. The service guys were nice.”

Drinks 4

Cappuccino coffee Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Mocha Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”
Pearl of dubai mocktail Net +1

“The pearl of Dubai mocktail was super refreshing and had just the right amount of pineapple in it!”
Rose wine Net +1

“We ordered the following: Aubergine rotie Salade de betterave et orange Orzo aux legumes du mois Croque monsieur facon udap Entrecote rotie Rose milk cake Les mille-feuilles Rose Wine Mocha and Cappuccino coffee The food was AMAZING.... literally. When you see their place, expect to have more surprises in terms of the food they offer. All fresh and made from high quality ingredients. The price was just right for the quantity of food and its tatse. I usually give my favorite among all the dishes, however this time, i find it a bit challenging as its very difficult to identify which once stands out, as each item we have tried has its distinct taste and all delicious.”

What to Avoid (4)

Food 4

Beef sandwich Net −1

“Beef sandwich was a bit heavy but overall good experience”
Pino grigio Net −1

“Only from the big list of white wine I could choose only house wine or Pino Grigio which is not my favorite other type not available unfortunately.”
Poulet roti aux morilles Net −1

“Food is excellent except poulet Roti Aux Morilles. (Chicken was not nice).”
Salad ocean Net −1

“The food was just fine, the salad ocean had only 4 small shrimps for that price is not worth spending on it! The kids' meal is like everywhere else. Plus, we had to wait for 25 minutes be make an order. The service guys were nice.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Go Early. For a quieter breakfast, aim for opening time: one reviewer found the restaurant uncrowded at 8am.

Check Stock. Ask what is available before choosing a pastry, particularly later in the day, as several items may be sold out.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Bluewaters Island - The Wharf

Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island, Dubai

04 564 0044

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Common Concerns

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Limited Availability

At around 3 pm, one customer found limited patisserie choices and many menu items unavailable.

Small Pastries

Some customers felt the pastries were too small for their prices, including a fraisier described as mostly frosting.

Customer-reported prices

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

298 AED

2 course menu for two with bottle of red wine

“with bottle of red wine for 298 AED total is just amazing”

Google review · November 2020

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The Bottom Line

Un Dimanche à Paris suits a breakfast, coffee-and-pastry stop or a full meal with a waterfront backdrop. Reviewers mention Croque Madame, eggs, steak, sea bass au citron and duck confit, while the pastry counter brings in people for croissants, mille feuille, macarons and mousse desserts. Fresh bread with butter is a recurring highlight.

The setting is spread over two floors with indoor, upper-level and outdoor seating. The upper level and terrace are especially useful if you want views across JBR, the beach or passing boats. Service is often described as warm and attentive, and the menu has enough variety for families as well as dinner or a relaxed catch-up.

There are a few practical caveats. Pastry and menu availability can be patchy later in the day, and some guests felt the small desserts did not match their prices. The menu also omits several French classics, and one review raised serious concerns about the ladies’ bathroom.

Go early for a quieter breakfast, book ahead for celebrations, and ask about parking validation: a customer reported three hours free after spending AED 100.