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Inside J1 Beach Dubai: The Latest High-End Coastal Destination

By Buthayna El Haggar

Dubai’s coastline is now home to J1 Beach, a high-end seaside destination featuring 13 upscale dining venues and exclusive beach clubs. Opened in October 2024, J1 Beach—formerly known as La Mer—presents a curated blend of international and local dining concepts, including the world’s largest beach club.

A Culinary Destination by the Water

via TimeOut Dubai

J1 Beach caters to food enthusiasts with a variety of global cuisines and refined dining experiences. Among the notable venues is Gigi Rigolatto, offering Italian cuisine with two scenic terraces, a Mediterranean garden, a private beach, a pool, and a petanque court.

Gitano brings a modern take on Mexican flavors, while Almayass by the Sea serves Lebanese-Armenian fusion dishes, blending rich culinary traditions.

For contemporary East Asian cuisine, Bâoli Dubai provides a jungle-inspired setting, while Chouchou introduces guests to a members-only French beach house.

Each venue highlights a distinct culinary style, reflecting Dubai’s diverse dining landscape.

Internationally Recognized Concepts and Upcoming Openings

via TimeOut Dubai

The destination hosts an array of globally recognized and innovative dining spots, including:

• African Queen – A French dining experience with a long-standing reputation.

• Kaimana Beach – Combining Asian and Polynesian flavors.

• Lúnico – Spanish-Mediterranean cuisine with coastal views.

• Ninive Beach – A Mesopotamian-themed venue inspired by ancient flavors.

Additional openings include Sirene by Gaia, an expansive 9,000 sqm project by Dubai-based chef Izu Ani featuring Greek Mediterranean dishes, a private beach, and a pool.

Other anticipated venues include Sakhalin, which is presenting a ‘Mediterrasian’ concept, and La Baia by the Beach, the Dubai iteration of a popular New York restaurant.

Day-to-Night Experiences Along the Coast

J1 Beach offers more than dining; it provides an environment that blends leisure, entertainment, and fine dining. Designed for year-round enjoyment, the destination shifts from relaxed mornings by the water to vibrant nightlife, hosting events, live music, and curated experiences.

The venue aims to capture the sophistication of international coastal retreats, establishing itself as a leading destination for luxury, dining, and entertainment in Dubai.

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Buthayna El Haggar

A curious wanderer and neurodivergent polymath from Egypt, Buthayna is a writer, translator, and researcher passionate about storytelling through performance arts and expressive writing. A biophilic at heart, she finds solace in the sensory joys of food and music, often escaping into realms of imagination through films and literature. She is multilingual and she treasures authentic connections with those who seek growth and self-awareness, even as she often prefers the company of solitude.

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