Fresh fish
One review found the fish crisp, clean-tasting and not greasy, while others praised fresh grilled barramundi and salmon.
Urban Seafood The Beach - JBR
Dubai Marina
Urban Seafood The Beach is a casual seafood restaurant on The Beach in JBR, Dubai Marina, with outdoor seating and a beachside setting. Reviews point to generous dishes such as the mixed seafood platter and seafood bucket with Cajun sauce, alongside quick service and generally approachable pricing for the area.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
1,049 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Large portions
The 1 kg platter for two included crab, calamari, shrimp, mussels, fish, corn, fries and rice, making it suited to sharing.
Outdoor seating
Outdoor tables are a draw when the weather is pleasant, with reviews describing the setting as relaxing for a sunset meal.
Value pricing
Reviewers describe prices as average or reasonable for JBR, with one calling the quality-to-price ratio particularly strong.
Flexible kitchen
One review says the chefs accommodated uncommon requests from picky eaters, which is useful when ordering for a group.
What to Eat at Urban Seafood The Beach - JBR 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 Urban Seafood The Beach - JBR, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Urban Seafood The Beach - JBR, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 5
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Creamy seafood soups Net +2
“1. Two Creamy Seafood Soups: The creamy soup was LOADED with seafood. So much seafood, we thought we were probably done with our entire meal! The soup arrived at the table with half a crab on top of the soup, whole with legs all in place! The consistency of the soup was thick and creamy, it had a strong taste and with each spoonful we would end up lifting up lots of seafood goodies like calamari rings or fish bits, sometimes even tiny whole shrimp! This would make a perfect meal for a day when you want to have soup as dinner so that its just filling and not too heavy. For the generous quantity and pricing, this soup gets a full 10/10!”
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“1. Two Creamy Seafood Soups: The creamy soup was LOADED with seafood. So much seafood, we thought we were probably done with our entire meal! The soup arrived at the table with half a crab on top of the soup, whole with legs all in place! The consistency of the soup was thick and creamy, it had a strong taste and with each spoonful we would end up lifting up lots of seafood goodies like calamari rings or fish bits, sometimes even tiny whole shrimp! This would make a perfect meal for a day when you want to have soup as dinner so that its just filling and not too heavy. For the generous quantity and pricing, this soup gets a full 10/10!”January 2018
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Dynamite shrimps Net +2
“The dynamite shrimps were good”
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“The dynamite shrimps were good”January 2020
“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”October 2018
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Fish & chips Net +2
“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”
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“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”October 2018
“Amazing place at the JBR, fish & chips were amazing, the fries were amazing with a little bit spices on it with the crunch of the delicious fish”May 2019
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Fries Net +2
“The fries were pretty good.”
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“The fries were pretty good.”March 2021
“Amazing place at the JBR, fish & chips were amazing, the fries were amazing with a little bit spices on it with the crunch of the delicious fish”May 2019
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Paella Net +2
“Very good food and the staff so kind, it's not expensive compared to other sea food restaurant , I order Lobster Rolle it is amazing and Paella was good too.”
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“Very good food and the staff so kind, it's not expensive compared to other sea food restaurant , I order Lobster Rolle it is amazing and Paella was good too.”November 2017
“My wife had paella and I had the very fresh and tasty grilled barramundi.”January 2024
Honorable mentions (22)
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Calamari rings Net +1
“Calamari rings: The calamari rings were crunchy and well seasoned. We absolutely loved the taste of it, and it went so well with the tartar sauce and also with the accompanying coleslaw dip.”
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“Calamari rings: The calamari rings were crunchy and well seasoned. We absolutely loved the taste of it, and it went so well with the tartar sauce and also with the accompanying coleslaw dip.”January 2018
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Cheese baked mussels Net +1
“Cheese Baked Mussels: This was a first for some of us! The cheese layered the top of the mussel shell and was baked over the meat. Once again the meat was soft and succulent.”
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“Cheese Baked Mussels: This was a first for some of us! The cheese layered the top of the mussel shell and was baked over the meat. Once again the meat was soft and succulent.”January 2018
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Cheesecake Net +1
“Unbelievably delicious cheesecake, don’t miss it out - we even ordered it twice 😁 yummy”
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“Unbelievably delicious cheesecake, don’t miss it out - we even ordered it twice 😁 yummy”February 2020
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Crab balls appetizer Net +1
“Also, the crab balls appetizer were hilarious, it was hot and the flavours exploded in our mouths”
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“Also, the crab balls appetizer were hilarious, it was hot and the flavours exploded in our mouths”May 2019
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Creamy seafood Net +1
“Plate of creamy seafood was the best taste and traditional fish as well.”
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“Plate of creamy seafood was the best taste and traditional fish as well.”May 2024
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Fried calamari Net +1
“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”
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“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”October 2018
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Garlic prawns with breads and sweet corn Net +1
“Garlic prawns with breads and sweet corn, it was like a dream. This taste . Salmon nice cooked.”
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“Garlic prawns with breads and sweet corn, it was like a dream. This taste . Salmon nice cooked.”March 2024
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Grilled barramundi Net +1
“My wife had paella and I had the very fresh and tasty grilled barramundi.”
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“My wife had paella and I had the very fresh and tasty grilled barramundi.”January 2024
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Grilled butterfly fish Net +1
“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”
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“Tatsy food with nice ambience in middle of JBR ,We had dynamite shrimps (8:10),Fried calamari (7:10) Grilled butterfly (8:10) fish and chips (7:10) ,Reasonable prices ,Friendly staff”October 2018
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Grilled calamaris Net +1
“The grilled calamaris in the seafood pasta added flavour to the pasta.”
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“The grilled calamaris in the seafood pasta added flavour to the pasta.”December 2023
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Grilled shrimp Net +1
“The grilled shrimp, mussels are fresh and tasty.”
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“The grilled shrimp, mussels are fresh and tasty.”December 2023
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Juicy shrimps Net +1
“Amazing taste and juicy shrimps. Always good choice in case you need to eat.”
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“Amazing taste and juicy shrimps. Always good choice in case you need to eat.”February 2025
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Lobster sandwiches Net +1
“The lobster sandwiches is awesome, with full load of shrimps and lobster claw.”
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“The lobster sandwiches is awesome, with full load of shrimps and lobster claw.”December 2023
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Lunch deal Net +1
“Lunch deal is excellent options for 54 and 74 dirhams.”
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“Lunch deal is excellent options for 54 and 74 dirhams.”August 2024
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Salmon Net +1
“Garlic prawns with breads and sweet corn, it was like a dream. This taste . Salmon nice cooked.”
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“Garlic prawns with breads and sweet corn, it was like a dream. This taste . Salmon nice cooked.”March 2024
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Seafood noodles Net +1
“The seafood noodles were packed with flavor and generously portioned—just a heads-up for fellow light eaters: you might want to ask for a little less oil, but that’s just personal taste.”
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“The seafood noodles were packed with flavor and generously portioned—just a heads-up for fellow light eaters: you might want to ask for a little less oil, but that’s just personal taste.”April 2025
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Seafood pasta Net +1
“The grilled calamaris in the seafood pasta added flavour to the pasta.”
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“The grilled calamaris in the seafood pasta added flavour to the pasta.”December 2023
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Seafood platter Net +1
“The mixed seafood platter is a must try great location on JBR Walk 👍”
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“The mixed seafood platter is a must try great location on JBR Walk 👍”August 2025
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Seafood with grilled eggplant and cheese on top Net +1
“At the last, the star of the night, seafood with grilled eggplant and cheese on top, i didn't expect it would be that amazing and all these flavours would make such a fantastic taste”
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“At the last, the star of the night, seafood with grilled eggplant and cheese on top, i didn't expect it would be that amazing and all these flavours would make such a fantastic taste”May 2019
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Seafoods bucket w/ cajun sauce Net +1
“The Food was delicious specially the seafoods bucket w/ cajun sauce .”
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“The Food was delicious specially the seafoods bucket w/ cajun sauce .”June 2024
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Urban catch under singaporean red chilli or black pepper chives Net +1
“Probably the best seafood restaurant in JBR. Urban catch under Singaporean red chilli or black pepper chives is my all time favorite. The service is fast and the seafood is fresh and delicious. Highly recommended.”
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“Probably the best seafood restaurant in JBR. Urban catch under Singaporean red chilli or black pepper chives is my all time favorite. The service is fast and the seafood is fresh and delicious. Highly recommended.”February 2021
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Lobster roll Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Very good food and the staff so kind, it's not expensive compared to other sea food restaurant , I order Lobster Rolle it is amazing and Paella was good too.”
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“Very good food and the staff so kind, it's not expensive compared to other sea food restaurant , I order Lobster Rolle it is amazing and Paella was good too.”November 2017
What to Avoid (3)
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Two-person plateau Net −1
“Me and my wife have indigestion from what I have served in this restaurant (lobster, calamar, mussels, fish, shrimp). I mentioned that we ordered a two-person plateau and a lobster. the conclusion is that: intentions are good but very poor quality.”
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“Me and my wife have indigestion from what I have served in this restaurant (lobster, calamar, mussels, fish, shrimp). I mentioned that we ordered a two-person plateau and a lobster. the conclusion is that: intentions are good but very poor quality.”June 2018
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Urban catch for 1 Net −1
“For the Urban Catch for 1 (Plate Number 2), the rice used was grain rice instead of sticky rice, which failed to absorb the sauce properly.”
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“For the Urban Catch for 1 (Plate Number 2), the rice used was grain rice instead of sticky rice, which failed to absorb the sauce properly.”June 2025
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Yaki soba Net −1
“The Yaki Soba (Plate Number 1) was overcooked and greasy.”
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“The Yaki Soba (Plate Number 1) was overcooked and greasy.”June 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check lobster. Ask about lobster availability before ordering if you are visiting specifically for the lobster roll.
Request less oil. If you prefer lighter noodles, ask for less oil; one reviewer found the seafood noodles generously portioned but oily for their taste.
Use discounts. Check Entertainer and current payment promotions before dining; reviews mention both Entertainer and a 25% Careem Pay discount.
Choose seating. For a more comfortable meal, request a normal chair rather than one of the large metal swings.
Visit early. Arrive early in the evening if you want to avoid the busiest period, as one review says the restaurant gets crowded.
Try outdoors. When the weather is good, outdoor seating is worth considering; reviewers enjoyed it for lunch and weekend visits.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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Common Concerns
Dish consistency
Reviews include overcooked Yaki Soba, greasy noodles and overcooked fish, so preparation can vary between visits.
Lobster availability
The lobster roll was unavailable during one visit because lobster was out of stock.
Warm interior
A reviewer found the indoor seating insufficiently cooled, with the high ceilings and nearby kitchen making it uncomfortable.
Swing seating
The large metal swings look distinctive but were described as uncomfortable for a relaxed meal.
Problem handling
One grilled seabream arrived watery and took an argument and roughly 30 minutes before a replacement was served.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 149
Iftar Meal for 2 people
“As we decided to try their Iftar Meal priced at AED 149 for 2 people, we dived straight into the fixed set menu”Google review · January 2018
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The Bottom Line
Urban Seafood The Beach is a casual seafood stop on The Beach in JBR, Dubai Marina. You can order familiar favourites such as fish and chips, paella and lobster rolls, or go for a sharing dish like the mixed seafood platter or seafood bucket with Cajun sauce. Reviews often describe the seafood as fresh, generously portioned and well presented.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Outdoor tables work well in cooler weather or around sunset, while the indoor design is stylish and includes novelty swing seats. Those swings are not comfortable for everyone, so ask for a regular chair if you want to settle in for a longer meal.
Service is commonly described as quick, friendly and attentive. Pricing is generally considered reasonable for JBR, and reviewers mention lunch deals at AED 54 and AED 74, plus Entertainer savings and a reported 25% Careem Pay discount. Still, consistency is the main caution: one visit found greasy, overcooked Yaki Soba and unavailable lobster, while another involved a watery seabream and a difficult replacement process.
Check lobster availability and consider asking for less oil in noodle dishes before ordering.