The Best Indoor Shisha Hotspots by Neighbourhood
Looking for awesome shisha in Dubai hotspots to enjoy during summer? These indoor shisha Dubai venues are exactly what you need. Check out these shisha places in Dubai now!
1. Own Cafe – JLT
A family-owned Lebanese restaurant with loads of character and community vibes, Own Cafe boasts karaoke nights and over 20 flavours of shisha. Drop by for one of their themed nights and make the most of the vibrant atmosphere while munching on delicious mezze dishes designed for sharing.
Price: AED 55 for shisha
Location: JLT, Cluster I
insydo tip: If you live in the neighbourhood, they even offer shisha delivery throughout the night.
2. Abd El Wahab – Dubai Marina
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Serving up unpretentious Lebanese fare with a side of subtle elegance, Abd El Wahab is a hallmark destination that shines a bright light on the best of Levantine dining culture. Named after the Beirut street it originated, it’s a great spot for big group get togethers.
Price: Around AED 65 for shisha
Location: Pier 7, Dubai Marina
insydo tip: This shisha Dubai hotspots is licensed so if you enjoy a cocktail with your hookah, it’s a great choice.
3. Seven Sands – JBR
Seven Sands is a beautiful beach-front restaurant inspired by the cultures of the UAE. Fusing Middle Eastern heritage with modern design, the two-tiered eatery houses a top-floor terrace where you can soak up the Arabian hospitality, the views and the shisha.
Price: Around AED 55 for shisha
Location: The Beach, JBR
insydo tip: Ladies, pop in on Tuesdays and enjoy free shisha when you spend AED 100 or more on food and drinks.
4. Andalusia – Jumeirah
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A mix of cultures and cuisines that stretches back centuries, Andalusia restaurant – blending the flavours of Morocco, Spain and the Mediterranean – is a popular dining spot that doubles up as a prime location for shisha, tea and conversation.
Price: Around AED 50 for shisha
Location: Bertin Bistro and Restaurant Building, Al Manara
insydo tip: The restaurant is located in a plaza directly opposite Mall of the Emirates; it’s one of the more awkward locations in Dubai to reach by car.
5. Al Nafoorah – Palm Jumeirah
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If you’re looking to experience the true meaning of Arabian luxury, dine at Al Nafoorah. This Lebanese restaurant with Aladdin-esque décor offers a fine-dining menu of upscale classics – plus a stunning shisha Dubai hotspot at the Sultan’s Lounge.
Price: From AED 100
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
insydo tip: Expect really steep prices here, with shisha more than double the price of other shisha places in Dubai.
6. Em Sherif – Downtown
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Even by Dubai standards, Em Sherif is an extravagant dining experience. Guests are treated to an endless stream of gourmet Lebanese fare that ranges from classic to fusion. With Burj Khalifa in the backdrop, head to the upscale venue for a casual meal complete with live Oriental music, or enjoy shisha while taking in the sights.
Price: Around AED 90
Location: The Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai
insydo tip: Reservations are notoriously difficult to come by; we would recommend booking at least two weeks in advance.
7. Ayam Elezz – Umm Suqueim
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Ayam Elezz is a Lebanese café inspired by Beirut’s heyday in the 1960s. Vintage collectibles accent the restaurant’s funky décor along with bright retro patterns guaranteed to transport you to another decade. It’s a great atmosphere that makes for an awesome shisha Dubai hotspot.
Price: Around AED 60
Location: The Mall, Umm Suqeim
insydo tip: The indoor area is long, narrow and gets filled up quite fast. Even when the restaurant isn’t full, the space feels cramped.
