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Time Out Dubai
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Your complete guide to Al Jaddaf from rent to restaurants
Welcome to Al Jaddaf. A vibrant neighbourhood in the northern part of the city, this part of Dubai sits right on the waterfront, meaning it is packed with pretty views and things to do. If you like this: Your ultimate guide to every Dubai neighbourhood So if you're visiting for the first time, or are considering pitching your tent here permanently, here's everything you need to know. Your ultimate guide to Al Jaddaf — from rent to restaurants Renting (Credit: Supplied) Average rent price/housing type: Dhs75,000 per year (one-bedroom apartment). The majority of properties available to both buy and rent in Al Jaddaf are apartments, however there are a few villas dotted around. Since the neighbourhood is a little further out of the city than the likes of Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina, you can get more for your money when it comes to space. The average apartment costs around Dhs75k per year to rent, or Dhs1.2m to buy, according to the latest data from Property Finder. Where to eat in Al Jaddaf Credit: Enigma Head to Enigma at Palazzo Versace for a 'taste of Persia' in a grand setting, or for a pizza with a perfectly-puffed crust nip round the corner to Amalfi. For some seasonal dishes with a real bit of flair, head to Teible inside the Jameel Arts Centre, where you'll be treated to meals with homegrown ingredients. For a lemon meringue eclair or a mango high tea you won't forget easily, take a seat inside The Tea Room and get nibbling. Things to do in Al Jaddaf There is plenty to do in Al Jaddaf. Home to Mohammed bin Rashid Library, with more than a million books, you need to schedule in a visit. From modern books to historical texts, entry to the building (which is shaped like a book) is completely free. If you're searching for something to do with the kiddos, one of Time Out Dubai's Best Family Brunches, 'Into The Jungle' is also found at Palazzo Versace. Expect heaps of entertainment including arts and crafts, face painting, balloon bending and roaming jungle animals. If you're in need of some 'me-time' an appointment at Wellness and Spa at Courtyard by Marriott Culture Village is time well spent. Looking over Dubai Creek, you can enjoy a range of massages and signature treatments. Or if you're in desperate need of some in-person retail therapy, a 20-minute car journey will bring you to Dubai Outlet Mall. Transport in Al Jaddaf (Credit: Adobe) The close proximity to Jaddaf Waterfront makes the perfect opportunity to invest in a boat, or just rent one for the day. But if you're not heading out to cruise for the day and you actually need to go somewhere, you'll be pleased to hear that Al Jaddaf is on the Dubai Metro green line. You can pick up the metro at both Al Jaddaf Metro Station and Creek Metro Station. Buses can also take you into more central parts of the city, including the C04 and the 44. Living in Dubai? Hotel apartments v residential flats in Dubai: The pros and cons of each We debunk the most cost-effective option for you Your complete guide to the Dubai Metro: timings, fares, routes and stations Plus, are kids allowed to travel alone on the Metro? You'd be surprised 14 incredible things you can have delivered to your home in Dubai From IV drips to spray tans
Time Out Dubai
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Brunch review: FamilyFest in Dubai
When a new family brunch hits the scene, it gets parents talking. And FamilyFest at Address Beach Resort is one of those that will make it out of the group chat. And this one was worth the wait. Formerly held at Caesars Palace, FamilyFest made its long-awaited comeback at the end of 2024 at Address Beach Resort, JBR, thanks to the Family Brunch team (you'll know them from other kid-approved faves like Into The Jungle, Agrabah and Under The Sea). This one keeps things simple – there's no theme, just relying on its super Ain Dubai views (and Magic Phil) to get the crowds through the doors. It works. Held at the hotel's Li Brasil, the terrace is ideal for al fresco dining during cooler weather, with primo views spanning out across the Arabian Gulf, Bluewaters, Ain Dubai and along to JBR, the Palm and beyond. It's a perfect location for visitors and anyone interested in a starry-eyed Insta snap. (Credit: Family Fest at Address Beach Resort) This one will impress the whole gang, no matter the age. Roaming entertainers blow up balloon animals, twirl ribbons and balance on unicycles. There's a special kids' area set up with slime making, face painting, colouring and more. Plus, there's a singing Encanto princess, and of course, the highlight for young brunchers – Magic Phil and all the fun and silliness he brings with him. The kids are entertained (and fuelled up) from start to finish, with the kids' buffet front and centre for hungry mini brunchers. All the usual suspects, including pizza, sliders and fries, are on the line-up. There's also a salad bar, cheese table, carvery and a selection of curries, pastas and grills to pick from too. The perfect selection for even the fussiest of eaters. It's all decent fare, and while it's not going to blow you away, this is a family brunch that does a solid job at catering for everyone. (Credit: Family Fest at Address Beach Resort) Desserts catch the eye (literally, they're found found right by the entrance), a sweet display in a rainbow of vibrant hues. Tuck into macarons, cakes, tarts, cookies and candies, plus a soft-serve ice cream machine and candy floss (have the wet wipes ready). But, as with all the Family Brunch line-up, it's on the pricey side, so it's not one you'll be rushing to every week. But then nor should it be, as where's the fun and excitement in that? A special occasion fun day out with the gang, Family Fest will tick a lot of boxes. And we guarantee you'll be sticking it in the parents' group chat again and again. Dhs350 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs550 (sparkling), Dhs750 (bubbly), Dhs150 (kids aged four-11), free (kids under four).
