Shimmers

Recently I visited Shimmers Restaurant, and I was absolutely delighted with my friends! We had been dreaming of visiting this place for a long time, and it fully lived up to all our expectations✨ The food was incredibly delicious-everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The atmosphere was especially impressive: cozy, relaxing, and very stylish, with a stunning view that made the evening even more special😍 I would also like to express special thanks to the staff for their warm welcome, attentiveness, and high level of service. Unfortunately, I didn’t catch their names, but the entire team was very friendly and professional🥰 I will definitely come back again and happily recommend this place to my friends🙌✨

Lovely place with a very relaxing atmosphere right in front of the beach. The staff are extremely professional and attentive. The food is delicious and flavorful overall; however, the steak was quite hard and not tender at all, which was a bit disappointing considering the price. Aside from that, everything else was delicious.

Incredible experience from start to finish. We had our table on the beach for 4 hour sitting, staff were extremely attentive, bringing us blankets when the sun went down in the evening, topping up glasses throughout dinner too. Food was lovely, the baked feta was incredible. I’d recommend the lemon chicken and the sides were all tasty too. The cocktail Athena was delicious. Great vibe, beautiful views and great hosting

Shimmers might officially just have become my favourite restaurant. We visited for an evening booking, we were delayed and our party size dropped from 4 down to 3 but staff were incredibly accommodating. The service from everyone we encountered was impeccable that night. Our doors were opened for us leaving our chauffeur from which we were driven in a buggy to the main restaurant with gorgeous views of the Burj Al Arab. Upon arrival to Shimmers, the staff were expecting us which was such a personal touch. We were given choice and seated at our table. We fell in love with the atmosphere, the DJ, being on the beach, accompanied with the sounds of the waves crashing and the gorgeous views set the tone for the dinner. The ambience/atmosphere is amazing! Service was fast, we were well looked after, we were given guidance on what to order and the waiters were very kind, patient and considerate. Our waiter for the night was Christian who made the night memorable through his humour, charisma and presentation of the food. I recommend everyone try the lamb gyros, that was the star of the show. The watermelon salad was surprisingly delicious and refreshing too. Definitely will be revisiting when I’m back in Dubai! Thank you to the entire team, you were all amazing!

An evening at Shimmers is one to put on your list to do when in Dubai. Do beware that it is located in the hotel where traffic into the hotel can be quite hectic at evening time. Entrance to the restaurant is via buggy and once you enter, it almost has a feeling of being in the Mediterranean with its decor, atmosphere and vibes however the views of the Burj Al Arab will remind you you’re in one of a kind places. We had a table on the beach which almost felt private. Close enough to hear the live DJ yet quiet enough to talk comfortably with your company. The food portions are larger than expected and were delicious. A choice of shisha to relax after your meal and take in the views. Don’t forget the obligatory picture at the Shimmers swing!

Shimmers Dubai is an absolute gem! The setting right on the beach is breathtaking, with stunning views of the Burj Al Arab and a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to enjoy amazing food while soaking in the sea breeze. The menu was exceptional—every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The cocktails and mocktails were just as impressive, crafted with so much attention to detail. What truly made the experience stand out was the service. The staff were warm, attentive, and made us feel so welcome throughout the evening. It was the perfect mix of luxury and comfort, and an unforgettable dining experience in Dubai. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a special night out by the beach!

The food at Shimmers was really tasty, and the portions were surprisingly large — definitely great value. The cocktails were delicious too, and the view is absolutely beautiful, especially around sunset. The only downsides were that the music was a little too loud to have an easy conversation, and the reception ladies seemed a bit awkward and slightly disorganised. The security at the entrance was also quite intense — they asked for a reservation code before letting us in, which felt a bit much as it’s just a simple restaurant. But overall, the experience was great, the atmosphere was lively, and I’d definitely come back again.

We went to Shimmers restaurant tonight. The night before, we tried to go without a reservation, but they didn’t let us in and said we had to book in advance. So we made a reservation and went back. Even tonight, many people were standing outside and were told the same thing — that they needed a reservation. Interestingly, the restaurant wasn’t even full, and we stayed until the very end. The view is just like other restaurants on Jumeirah Beach — nothing particularly special to wait for. I’ve also been to Luchia and Nuska, and honestly, they all look quite similar. In fact, I think Nuska’s menu was even better. Overall, I was satisfied with the food, but it’s not worth the wait or the hassle.