Best Live Entertainment Restaurants in Dubai

Picture of Author: Amanda West

Author: Amanda West

Dubai is a city where you can drink, dine and dance – all in the same place! Dubai has a host of atmospheric venues with live entertainment from dancers to live musicians, acrobats and even cabaret. Top Spots Dubai has rounded up the top 10 live entertainment dining spots to take your evening meal up to new levels.

Billionaire Dubai

Lovers of luxury will appreciate Billionaire Dubai. The concept has previously been awarded the Best Dinner and a Show award. Dine on pan-Asian cuisine in a supper-club-style restaurant, while dancers, singers, and acrobats amaze you. Expect sparklers in bottles and Gatsby-style decadence. VIPs head backstage for the post-show experience which includes an exclusive lounge for the after-party.

Location: Business Bay

Birds Dubai

Nestled on the 63rd floor of Address Downtown, Birds Dubai offers guests a sky-high dining experience with stunning views of Burj Khalifa. Enjoy a unique theatrical dining experience featuring contemporary Japanese fusion cuisine.

Location: Address Downtown

The Theater

The Theater is located inside Fairmont Dubai hotel and is a luxurious cabaret and dinner club with a difference. Each show follows its own theatrical theme meaning you can return time and time again and see something new. Ariel dancers have been flown in from Las Vegas. Dine on an indulgent menu that features truffle and caviar dishes. The stage runs throughout the venue meaning every table can enjoy the show in full view. There are several bars inside The Theater to keep you fuelled throughout the night.

Location: Trade Centre

Dream Dubai

Dream Dubai promises a “dream-like” combination of art, performance and culinary innovation. Entertainment spans singers, dancers, acrobats as well as special international guests. Tech-driven performances also include special effects like 3D mapping. Dine on a menu of fine Mediterranean-influenced cuisine. We recommend heading to Dream Dubai’s beach-side sister venue, Garden of Dreams, ahead of your visit for sundowners with a view.

Location: JBR

Aretha

Located at the St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah, Aretha is a live music restaurant inspired by the sixties and seventies. Inspired by the legendary Aretha Franklin, it features soul, R&B, with a touch of Arabic performances. The cuisine is international and top-notch in terms of quality.

Location: St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah

Gatsby

Gatsby captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties with its elegant setting and lively ambiance. The venue blends fine dining, expertly crafted drinks, and immersive entertainment. Guests can enjoy a glamorous night filled with music, sophistication, and vibrant energy.

Location: West Rooftop Nakheel, Palm Jumeirah

Josette

Josette welcomes Parisian glamor to the DIFC dining scene, inspired by the iconic French actress Josette Day. Expect a refined menu of reimagined French classics, including foie gras and escargot. Artistic director Sebastien Agius brings together exciting live performances of burlesque stars, tap dancers, and singers to deliver a classy theatrical dining experience viewing pleasure.

Location: DIFC

Opa

Opa takes its name from the Greek expression commonly used when someone smashes a plate either at a ceremony or accidentally! And smashing plates is all part of the fun at this dining concept – diners are invited to throw down their plates with passion and shout “Opa!”. Singing and dancing waiters keep the atmosphere lively. Guests dine on Greek favourites while Insta-friendly interiors are white and blue as per Greece’s tradition. 

Location: Sheikh Zayed Road

La Table Du Music Hall

La Table du Music Hall sits high on the 74th floor of SLS Hotel Dubai, offering expansive views of the city skyline. The venue combines upscale dining with dynamic live music in a stylish and refined lounge. It creates an atmosphere that’s both lively and intimate, ideal for evening escapes in Business Bay.

Location: SLS Hotel & Residences, Business Bay

Babylon

Babylon Dubai is located in the popular DIFC district. The upscale venue is a mix between a restaurant and a club, inspired by the ancient city of Babylon. Indulge in a sharing menu, which includes a sushi selection and seafood platters, with live entertainment and the finest hospitality.

Location: DIFC