Tariq’s Must-Sees and Hidden Gems
Neighborhoods
A neighborhood is part of the experience. Learn about food delivery options, local cafes, parks, grocery stores and even hidden gems to stop by in your spare time.
This very new and upcoming neighborhood is bursting with life and is getting bigger by the day! From the family friendly parks scattered around to the specialty coffee places and the unique cuisines, you will never get bored!
The neighborhood has access to three of the main roads of Dubai (MBZ road, Alkhail road and Hessa Street). Through them you can get to anywhere in Dubai between 10 and 20 minutes. That includes close by places like Dubai Marina/ JBR, Mall of The Emirates, Palm Island, Burj Alarab, Miracle Gardens and Global Village which are just 10 minutes away.
The Reef Residence corner has a large supermarket called Sprout. It has everything you might need for your daily life needs. It also has Sprouts cafe which offers indoor and outdoor seating areas. You can stop by before you start your busy day for a cup of coffee and some delicious dessert. And for the more international audience, there's Spinney's on the next block. It's an international supermarket that has merchandise from Europe and the states as well as some other parts of the world such as South East Asia and South Africa. A latino corner is also available!
Unique Spots:
Desert Wok - A Wok restaurant that offers great Chinese dishes. The Seafood Soup is exquisite. The Desert Wok Special Noodles is delicious and come in a generous serving size. They also have wide vegetarian options.
Pide Keyfi Turkish Restaurant - Wether you're in the mood for Doner (Turkish Shawarma) or grilled dishes, this is the restaurant to go to. Pide is a Turkish word for pizza and they have delicious turkish pizza that are perfect for ordering in after a long day exploring Dubai. They do offer 10% discount for online ordering.
Bakericious! - This bakery/ cafe/ lounge is one of JVC's hidden gems! Try their freshly baked bread, their signature penne arrabiatta or their mouthful strawberry split. you will not be disappointed.
Me'aisem City Center - This mall has everything you need. there's food, there are cafes, there are shopping stores and a massive department store (Carrefour). it is right outside the neighborhood.
Mosque - There's a beautiful mosque that is almost ready to receive it's visitor (should be ready beginning of January 2020). it is located at the heart of JVC.
6 locals recommend
Jumeirah Village Circle
This very new and upcoming neighborhood is bursting with life and is getting bigger by the day! From the family friendly parks scattered around to the specialty coffee places and the unique cuisines, you will never get bored!
The neighborhood has access to three of the main roads of Dubai (MBZ road, Alkhail road and Hessa Street). Through them you can get to anywhere in Dubai between 10 and 20 minutes. That includes close by places like Dubai Marina/ JBR, Mall of The Emirates, Palm Island, Burj Alarab, Miracle Gardens and Global Village which are just 10 minutes away.
The Reef Residence corner has a large supermarket called Sprout. It has everything you might need for your daily life needs. It also has Sprouts cafe which offers indoor and outdoor seating areas. You can stop by before you start your busy day for a cup of coffee and some delicious dessert. And for the more international audience, there's Spinney's on the next block. It's an international supermarket that has merchandise from Europe and the states as well as some other parts of the world such as South East Asia and South Africa. A latino corner is also available!
Unique Spots:
Desert Wok - A Wok restaurant that offers great Chinese dishes. The Seafood Soup is exquisite. The Desert Wok Special Noodles is delicious and come in a generous serving size. They also have wide vegetarian options.
Pide Keyfi Turkish Restaurant - Wether you're in the mood for Doner (Turkish Shawarma) or grilled dishes, this is the restaurant to go to. Pide is a Turkish word for pizza and they have delicious turkish pizza that are perfect for ordering in after a long day exploring Dubai. They do offer 10% discount for online ordering.
Bakericious! - This bakery/ cafe/ lounge is one of JVC's hidden gems! Try their freshly baked bread, their signature penne arrabiatta or their mouthful strawberry split. you will not be disappointed.
Me'aisem City Center - This mall has everything you need. there's food, there are cafes, there are shopping stores and a massive department store (Carrefour). it is right outside the neighborhood.
Mosque - There's a beautiful mosque that is almost ready to receive it's visitor (should be ready beginning of January 2020). it is located at the heart of JVC.
Gardens & Parks
Wear your comfortable shoes, you will thank me later!
Breathtaking gardens shaped like so many common things like animals, buildings and and iconic structures.
Tip: Go on top of the hill for the little cafe and nice view!
166 locals recommend
Dubai Miracle Garden
Street 3Breathtaking gardens shaped like so many common things like animals, buildings and and iconic structures.
Tip: Go on top of the hill for the little cafe and nice view!
'Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising of three theme parks (Bollywood, Motiongate and LEGO land), one water park and a themed dining area Riverland, a gateway to the parks and a Resort.'
34 locals recommend
Dubai Parks and Resorts
Sheikh Zayed Road'Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising of three theme parks (Bollywood, Motiongate and LEGO land), one water park and a themed dining area Riverland, a gateway to the parks and a Resort.'
Perfect for families. It’s also next to Dubai Frame!
37 locals recommend
Dubai Garden Glow Now Close will open back in October
Perfect for families. It’s also next to Dubai Frame!
Open year round! However, for best experience, from the month of September until end of May, the weather is best for all outdoor and indoor parts of the park.
25 locals recommend
Dubai Safari Park
Open year round! However, for best experience, from the month of September until end of May, the weather is best for all outdoor and indoor parts of the park.
Sightseeing
Tickets: 50 AED for adults, 20 AED for children between 3 and 12 and free for kids under 3.
PRO TIP: be there and hour before sunset. This way you can watch Dubai skyline before, during and after sunset!
53 locals recommend
Dubai Frame
Zabeel Park Jogging TrackTickets: 50 AED for adults, 20 AED for children between 3 and 12 and free for kids under 3.
PRO TIP: be there and hour before sunset. This way you can watch Dubai skyline before, during and after sunset!
Beaches and outdoor malls/ plazas
City Walk
Al Safa StreetBox Park by Meraas
Al Wasl RoadThe Pointe
Al MirzibanKite Beach by Meraas
La Mer Beach
My Favorite Fine Dinning Restaurants
Fine dinning and exceptional panoramic view of the city of Dubai for the hard to please.
42 locals recommend
The Observatory
3503 S Harbor BlvdFine dinning and exceptional panoramic view of the city of Dubai for the hard to please.
My favorite Restaurants for Groups
If you're a group and looking for fun restaurants that can accommodate you all, search no more!
Farzi Cafe
شارع الصفاActive life!
Here are activities that are suitable for groups. They may require some physical effort. Make sure to ask for age restriction and have fun!!
Located in Dubai Motor City near the Dubai Autodrome Circuit, Kids and adults are welcomed all year round to enjoy this indoor go-karting experience! Kids over the age of 7 are permitted to enjoy this fun challenge!
Pricing: Single-session price: AED 105 per 15 minutes timed session (3 minutes of pace kart laps, with approximately 12 minutes driving on own)
Annual Registration Fee ‘AED11’ required for all Kartdrome activities.
There’s parking available conveniently close and there are lots of restaurants and cafes to discover in Uptown Motor City which is within walking distance.
Dubai Indoor Kartdrome
Located in Dubai Motor City near the Dubai Autodrome Circuit, Kids and adults are welcomed all year round to enjoy this indoor go-karting experience! Kids over the age of 7 are permitted to enjoy this fun challenge!
Pricing: Single-session price: AED 105 per 15 minutes timed session (3 minutes of pace kart laps, with approximately 12 minutes driving on own)
Annual Registration Fee ‘AED11’ required for all Kartdrome activities.
There’s parking available conveniently close and there are lots of restaurants and cafes to discover in Uptown Motor City which is within walking distance.
Dubai Outdoor Kartdrome
شارع الشيخ محمد بن زايدSpend half a day here renting ATVs and riding the dunes. Best during the winter season.
PRO TIP: go to Khalid Hurriya restaurant for delicious local food!
AL Badayer Motorcycles Rental
E44 Dubai-Hatta RoadSpend half a day here renting ATVs and riding the dunes. Best during the winter season.
PRO TIP: go to Khalid Hurriya restaurant for delicious local food!