SAVOIR FLAIR: Guide to All the New Places Opening at Marsa Al Arab

In a gorgeous, clean, and minimalist space with stone walls, warm wooden accents, and a stainless steel coffee corner (so perfect we’d transport it straight into our homes if we could), Heaf is the kind of place where you come for a coffee and somehow stay all day—working, reading, or just enjoying the zen atmosphere. Every detail is so beautifully curated it feels straight out of a Japanese coffee shop, down to the packaging that’s almost too pretty to sip from. But once you do, any plans to leave quickly disappear—because what’s the rush when another cup is always an option?

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If there’s one reason to tear yourself away from Heaf, it’s the rest of the superyacht-inspired promenade—especially its neighbor, Salt. A Dubai institution, Salt serves up burgers, fries, and ice cream that people don’t just crave—they’re loyal to. Juicy, flavor-packed, and tucked into pillowy-soft buns, Salt’s signature burgers have redefined comfort food in the city—because let’s be honest, they’re downright addictive.

For the Lebanese among us, Meat the Fish needs no introduction. But if you would need one (we forgive you): Meat the Fish started as a home delivery service for top-tier meat and seafood, but people were so obsessed that restaurant openings quickly followed—first in Beirut, then London, and now, finally, Dubai. The space? Think of a cute, colorful fisherman’s market, but elevated in all the right ways. The menu? A seamless fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavors, built around seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. The dish you should undoubtedly be ordering? Beetroot salmon sashimi—always.

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Already a favorite in London and Moscow, Cutfish Sushi Bistro has made its mark at Marsa Al Arab—and if you weren’t already obsessed, you will be. Known for its seamless blend of Japanese precision and creative flair, this sushi hotspot delivers everything from silky sashimi to melt-in-your-mouth tartares and impossibly fresh hand rolls. At its core is an open kitchen, where every slice, roll, and plate is crafted before your eyes, turning dinner into a front-row experience. It’s the kind of place that reminds you why Japanese food is something you could wake up for—every single day.

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For those who are always craving Italian, Public has long been a go-to, and now it’s bringing its delicious pasta, pizza, and signature charm to the superyacht deck. A modern, colorful take on Italy, Public has playful interiors, beautiful plates and dishes, and portions that keep you coming back. And no matter which spot at Marsa Al Arab you were hanging out before, stopping by for its viral, impossiblycreamy tiramisu is a given.

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The go-to spot for the best smoothies and healthy snacks—already a favorite at Kite Beach—is now sparing us the extra trip with its new location at Marsa Al Arab. Feels has mastered the art of guilt-free indulgence, serving up smoothies, salads, and breads that taste almost too good to be healthy. It’s the kind of place where you stop in for a drink and walk out with a full meal. And now that it’s even closer, resisting that next craving is officially out of the question.

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