Best bars in Dubai for people watching from Galaxy Bar to High Society
Here, it's all about the latest and greatest fashion, including designer shoes, incredible bags and outfits that will make you do a double-take.
This means that, like some of us, you might enjoy a little bit of people-watching every once in a while.
From DIFC all the way to Dubai Marina, there are the best bars in the city to pull up a chair, order a drink and stare at people.
Galaxy Bar
One of the most famous bars in Dubai, and renowned globally, Galaxy Bar is hidden away in DIFC, where the most fashionable people in the city dwell in the nighttime. The beautiful bar features a ceiling inspired by a starry night sky and a list of mixed drinks that are next-level.
It's a petite space with only room for around 30 visitors, while the vibe is chic and elegant, attracting a well-heeled DIFC crowd. You might find yourself sharing a couch with the latest mini Kelly. No biggie.
Tue-Wed 8pm-3am, Thu-Sat 9pm-4am. Gate Village 9, DIFC, galaxy-bar.com (050 513 5908).
High Society by Jean Imbert
Located on the rooftop of The Lana, this super fancy spot has a very high-end dress code. You will catch the latest fashion on guests, who purposely dress up so that they can get that Instagram moment near the infinity pool with the entire skyline behind them. The 180-degree view features all of Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, the Burj Khalifa and D3.
In addition to exceptional drinks, expect a selection of deluxe grape and a collection of bites including oysters, shiso langoustine spring rolls or croque-caviar.
Sun-Wed noon-3pm, 5pm-11.30pm, Thu-Sat noon-3pm, Sat 5pm-12.30am. The Lana Dorchester Collection Dubai, Business Bay (04 541 7755).
Check out our full High Society by Jean Imbert review here
Honeycomb Hi-Fi
Without a doubt, this is one of the trendiest bars in Dubai. Honeycomb Hi-Fi in Business Bay is a brilliant spot if you're into music and edgy fashion. Based on an izakaya, there's a Japanese-inspired menu, as well as innovative mixed drinks to wash it down with.
Head there on a Saturday night and you'll come across Dubai's cool kids. From crop tops and cargo pants to knee-high boots and 70s-style dresses, Honeycomb Hi-Fi is the place to go for a drink and some serious people-watching.
Open daily from 7.30pm-2am. Pullman Dubai Downtown, Business Bay, honeycombhifi.com (04 412 6666).
Check out our full Honeycomb Hi-Fi review here
Hush Hush
Hush Hush is the cool dark and moody bar (which turns into a club later in the night) located just behind The Nice Guy. With a very cool crowd, here, you'll come across some amazing fits. The younger crowd is often dressed in cool oversized blazers, mini dresses and slinky sandals. While the bar's warm wooden interior gives it a retro speakeasy vibe as you dust off the evening with a nightcap. A diverse range of mixed drinks are on offer as well as pizzas from The Nice Guy.
Wed-Sun, 11pm-3am. The Boulevard, Emirates Towers (04 276 9888).
Ling Ling
Ling Ling is a bar, a restaurant, a lounge – it's all in one and for that reason it's a prime place for a night out.
Set high on the 23rd floor of the iconic Atlantis The Royal, Ling Ling opened in early 2023.
A little sister of cool Chinese restaurant Hakkasan, Ling Ling is a cooler, more nightlife-y venue, and it's proven to be a popular spot for a date night or special occasion.
The mixed drinks are creative and the views are something special. One of the best bars in Dubai, this one is a must-visit.
Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah, atlantis.com (04 426 2600).
Check out our full Ling Ling review here
Paradiso
All the new bars, pubs and beachclubs in Dubai. Credit: Paradiso.
You know you're getting the most extra looks when you visit any high-end venue at FIVE. The experimental rooftop bar Paradiso serves up a list of creative mixed drinks which are this close to stealing the show from the fashionable crowd.
Expect bunsen-burner style delivery, with substance and a crowd wearing their most stylish and perhaps even wackiest fits.
Mon-Fri 7pm – 2am, Sat-Sun 7pm-3am. FIVE LUXE JBR, The Walk JBR luxejbr.fivehotelsandresorts.com
Check out our full Paradiso review here
So Much Trouble
This one is for the dedicated followers of fashion, combining a mixed drinks bar with the best of a luxury fashion house. Located next to Papas at the Intercontinental Dubai Marina, So Much Trouble combines fruity mixed drinks with seasonal must-haves of some of the fashion world's biggest brands, such as Hermes, Chanel and Givenchy. A perfect people-watching spot in Dubai.
Open daily, 4pm-midnight. Intercontinental Hotel, Dubai Marina. @SoMuchTrouble
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