DRIFT Beach Dubai Marina is recognised as one of the city’s most exclusive beachfront dining destinations, built within the grounds of One&Only Royal Mirage. An innovative take on classic French cuisine, with strong Provençal and Mediterranean leanings, is brought to life under the direction of Chef de Cuisine Yassine Riahi, with an emphasis placed on organic, fresh ingredients throughout. The a la carte menu spans seared tuna and beef tartare starters, wood-fired flatbreads topped with black truffle or caramelised onion and anchovy, and a Nicoise-style salad built around seared yellowfin tuna. Main courses lean into French bistro classics alongside seafood-forward pasta, with a grilled ribeye steak and fries, a Wagyu burger finished with Comte cheese and harissa mayonnaise, and a saffron seafood orzo among the highlights, while lighter sides such as Provencal grilled vegetables and sweet potato fries round out the offering. Separate breakfast, dessert, and cocktail menus are also maintained, ensuring guests are catered to across every part of the day, all served on a terrace overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
The restaurant is positioned directly on the beachfront, with panoramic views of Dubai’s skyline and Palm Jumeirah extending across the horizon, and a striking infinity pool adds to the chic, understated elegance the venue has been known for since opening in 2017. A rating of 4.5 out of 5 is held on TripAdvisor across hundreds of guest reviews, with particular praise given to the ambience, service, and beachfront setting. DRIFT is especially favoured among couples seeking a romantic lunch or sunset dinner, and is equally popular for friend groups and celebratory gatherings, owing to its award-winning reputation and lavish, design-forward interiors. Guests must be 12 years of age or older, with those between 12 and 20 required to be accompanied by a parent, making the venue particularly suited to adult getaways rather than family outings.
Reservation Details
- The Restaurant is open every day expect for Monday at 9:00 am. The closing hours differs. (Tuesday to Friday: 7:00 pm & Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 pm)
- Contact: +971 4 3152200
- Location: One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina, Dubai, UAE
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