By rating and review confidence
Best Sports bars in Dubai
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What people like
Sports screensLarge screens make it easy to watch games while eating or having a drink.
Sunday roastThe Sunday roast is praised for generous portions and being worth the visit.
Crown & Lion is an English pub in Trade Centre with a classic sports-bar feel, serving comfort food and drinks alongside live entertainment. Reviews point to the Sunday roast, large game screens and a relaxed outdoor area as particularly useful reasons to visit.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm the matchIf a particular game matters, confirm which screens will show it before settling in.
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What people like
Live musicRegular live bands and singers bring strong energy, with Tone Crew singled out as a reason to return.
Quiz nightsQuiz nights are a genuine draw, including competitive formats with music, artist and lyric rounds.
McGettigan’s Factory The Palm is an industrial-feel Irish pub in Palm Jumeirah, combining pub favourites with small plates and sharing food. It is a lively choice for live bands, quiz nights, match viewing and drinks, while Sunday roast brunch gives it a more relaxed daytime side.
View full business page →Tip: Choose seatingAsk for a table away from speakers and smoking areas if you want conversation or a quieter match-watching experience.
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What people like
Food choicesThe menu covers pub staples and vegetarian options; reviewers specifically liked the lasagna, classic burger, schnitzel and Beyond burger.
Games areaTwo pool tables and smaller games such as foosball give groups something to do between drinks or during a match.
[bk] - urban bar + kitchen is a casual pub in Jumeirah Lake Towers built around drinks, comfort food and a lively social atmosphere. It is a useful pick for watching football, with live music and pool tables adding reasons to stay beyond the meal.
View full business page →Tip: Visit off-peakAllow extra time at busy periods, or visit outside major matches; several guests reported long waits, including for a simple beer.
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What people like
British classicsFish and chips, bangers and mash, pies and Sunday roast are recurring food highlights.
English breakfastThe Full English is a strong-value breakfast choice, with reviews praising its quality and generous selection.
Nell Gwynne is an English pub in Dubai Marina with traditional British food, live entertainment and sports on screen. Reviews highlight its Full English breakfast, fish and chips, live bands, pool and darts, making it a flexible stop for food, drinks or a match.
View full business page →Tip: Check breakfastConfirm the current breakfast hours and whether a drink is included before ordering, as terms have changed.
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What people like
Cricket GameplayThe virtual cricket feels interactive: a bowler appears on screen before the physical ball comes out to hit.
Five LevelsFive difficulty levels make the game approachable for beginners while still giving experienced players room to increase the challenge.
WIKIT is an augmented-reality cricket venue and restaurant in Emirates Hills, where you can play simulator cricket, eat, and relax in a social setting. Reviews point to family-friendly gameplay, birthday celebrations with cake, and menu favourites such as the chicken tikka wrap and nachos.
View full business page →Tip: Choose DifficultyAsk about the five difficulty levels before playing; reviews say the range works from beginners to experts.
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What people like
Steak DealsSteak Tuesday can include a large steak, sides and two glasses of wine; one review reported a 195aed package.
Pork OptionPork on the menu is a useful detail for diners looking for something beyond the usual pub staples.
Nelson’s is a British-style pub in Barsha Heights built around live sport, hearty pub food and a relaxed bar atmosphere. Reviews particularly highlight its Steak Tuesday deals and big screens for football and other matches.
View full business page →Tip: Try TuesdayBook or ask about Steak Tuesday: reviews describe steak with two glasses of red wine as a strong midweek value.
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What people like
Generous portionsSeveral diners found the portions notably large, including the food served during a first dinner visit.
Sports settingYou can watch live football or other sports while using the billiards table.
Morgan’s Gastropub is a Deira bar serving gastropub food, drinks and cocktails in a relaxed indoor or outdoor setting. Reviews point to generous portions, standout steaks and chicken wings, plus live sports and billiards for an easygoing evening with friends.
View full business page →Tip: Time itIf you want a quieter visit, go after the 6–8pm happy hour rather than during the busier period.
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