Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
Dubai’s summer calendar shows no signs of slowing down, offering a strong mix of dining, culture, nightlife and wellness. Start the week at Shinobi, the city’s new underground handroll bar, before gathering around the table for a Southern Italian supper club at Jou Jou Brasserie. Midweek brings Central American flavours at Girl & the Goose and a floral design masterclass at Mandarin Oriental Downtown. As the weekend arrives, Kyma Beach Dubai hosts after-dark swims, Sexy Fish serves a theatrical Saturday brunch, and Talise Spa at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab offers a serene reset. Here are the best things to do in Dubai this week.
Monday 6 July
Dine at Shinobi
Shinobi is an underground handroll bar that brings together food, music, art, street culture, and craft. Inspired by Tokyo’s precision, New York’s grit and the pulse of the subway, the Al Wasl Road venue filters these influences through a Dubai lens. Inside, neon signs, industrial tiling, brickwork and a subway train seating area set the tone, while a small merch store adds to the urban energy. At the centre, a U-shaped counter lets diners watch chefs prepare premium, made-to-order handrolls prepared with warm rice, crisp nori and premium seafood sourced from around the world. The menu also features nigiri, sashimi, tacos, salads, hot dishes and desserts. Beyond the food, bold interiors, curated playlists and regular DJ sessions shape the atmosphere.
Where: Shinobi Handroll Bar, Villa 8, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Daily from 12pm to 11pm
Contact: @shinobidubai
Tuesday 7 July
Visit a superb supper club
Jou Jou Brasserie at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach will host Sapori del Sud, a one-night-only supper club inspired by the flavours and traditions of Southern Italy. The experience is created in collaboration with Giordana Attilio, founder of Napoli Napoli Supper Club. Guests will gather around a communal table for an evening of Mediterranean hospitality, storytelling and comforting Italian dishes. The menu includes Neapolitan classics such as Frittata di Pasta and Ziti alla Genovese, prepared using Giordana’s mother’s family recipe. Designed to celebrate food, family and connection, the dinner is priced at AED 490 per person.
Where: Jou Jou Brasserie, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah
When: Tuesday, 7 July 2026 at 7pm
Where: Jou Jou Brasserie, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, Jumeirah
Price: AED 490 per person
Contact: www.joujoudubai.com
Wednesday 8 July
Tuck into the new menu at Girl & the Goose
Girl & the Goose has introduced two limited-time summer menus, available daily throughout July and August. Created by Chef Gabriela Chamorro, the menus celebrate Central American flavours, shared plates and the restaurant’s signature dishes alongside new street food-inspired creations. The two-course lunch includes dishes such as Gigi’s Guacamole, Guatemalan Lychee Seabass, Wild Corn Salad, Omani Coastal Fish, Duck Pappardelle Pasta and Grilled Prawn Tacos, with desserts including Horchata Tres Leches and Caribbean Coconut Flan. The three-course dinner menu features highlights such as Tuna Akami Tartare, Hokkaido Scallop, Sweet Chilli Prawns, Achiote Miso Seabass, Gigi’s Steak & Frites and Chicken Baleada.
Where: Girl & the Goose, Anantara Downtown Hotel, Business Bay, Dubai
When: Open daily from 12pm to 1am
Price: AED 119 (two-course lunch) and AED 249 (three-course dinner)
Contact: https://girlandthegoose.com
Thursday 9 July
Participate in a floral design masterclass
Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is hosting a floral design masterclass in collaboration with Fine Blooms. Taking place at Yù & Mì, the hotel’s 1960s Hong Kong-inspired restaurant, the experience combines Asian floral artistry with Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine. The evening begins with a hands-on masterclass led by Fine Blooms, where guests will learn about balance, texture and composition before creating a bespoke floral arrangement to take home. Dinner follows with sharing-style dishes, including the Supreme Dim Sum Platter, Signature Peking Duck, Stir-Fried King Prawns with Chilli & Walnuts, Sichuan-Glazed Beef Short Ribs, and Mango Sago. The experience includes all materials, dinner, a gift bag, a Fine Blooms voucher and spa benefits. Advance booking is required.
Where: Yù & Mì, Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
When: Thursday, 9 July 2026 from 5pm to 9pm
Price: AED 1,400 per person
Contact: @yuandmidubai
Friday 10 July
Swim under the stars at Kyma Beach
Kyma Beach Dubai is turning up the heat after sunset with Aegean Nights, a weekend pool party that brings Greek island energy to Palm West Beach. Taking place every Friday and Saturday from 7pm, the evening experience invites guests to swim after dark, enjoy live music and soak up the venue’s stylish beachfront setting. The menu celebrates the flavours of Greece, with signature dishes and crafted cocktails served throughout the night. Whether you’re looking for a laid-back dinner by the water or a lively evening with friends, Aegean Nights offers a refreshing way to spend summer weekends in Dubai.
Where: Kyma Beach Dubai, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm
Price: AED 200 per person (fully redeemable)
Contact: www.kymabeach.ae
Saturday 11 July
Try the Sexy Fish brunch
Experience a FACT award-winning brunch at Sexy Fish Dubai, complete with live music, DJs, and sea-inspired performances set against Damien Hirst’s iconic artworks. The menu opens with Beef Tartare with truffle and pear, Fried Chicken Bao Buns, nigiri, maki rolls, Prawn Gyoza and Seaweed Salad with apple and pine nuts. For mains, diners can choose from Baby Chicken, Black Cod, Lamb Chops, Salmon Teriyaki or Spicy Beef Tenderloin. The desert room is home to Banana Soft Serve, Peanut and Miso Caramel Bar and Strawberry and Matcha Japanese Roll Cake.
Where: Sexy Fish Dubai, DIFC, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 12pm to 3:30pm
Price: AED 400 (soft beverages), AED 550 (house beverages) and AED 700 (Champagne)
Contact: https://sexyfishdubai.me
Sunday 12 July
Relax at FACT’s Spa of the Year
Talise Spa at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab feels less like a hotel spa and more like a next-generation wellness destination, which is why it was named FACT’s Spa of the Year in Dubai for 2026. Its uniqueness lies in the scale and sense of privacy, including 13 treatment suites with private terraces, a dedicated female-only floor, a mixed hammam, and a 20-metre indoor pool, all spread across three light-filled levels with sweeping Gulf views. More importantly, it balances high-performance wellness with genuine serenity, creating an experience that feels both progressive and deeply indulgent. In a crowded market, Talise Spa stands apart by making luxury feel quietly innovative.
Where: Talise Spa, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm Suqeim, Dubai
When: Daily from 11am to 8pm
Contact: www.jumeirah.com