2025-2026 brought a wave of new seafood concepts to Dubai — particularly Mediterranean and Aegean.
Part of our Top 20 Seafood Restaurants cluster.
The Top 20 — Ranked
By our independent score across multiple visits in 2024–26.
EGE Restaurant (2024)
TimeOut Winner Best Seafood 2026. VIDA Creek Harbour — opened 2024.
Read full review →L'Amo Bistrò del Mare (2024)
TimeOut Winner Best Italian 2026. Dubai Harbour Yacht Club.
Read full review →The Cullinan Seafood Section (late 2025)
Marsa Al Arab. Sea bass en croûte alongside beef program.
Read full review →Mei (Mina Al Salam — refreshed 2026)
TimeOut HC Pan Asian. Menu refreshed early 2026.
Read full review →Hawkerboi Singapore Crab (2024)
TimeOut Winner Best Pan Asian. Singapore chilli crab.
Read full review →Your Questions Answered
What is the #1 pick on the Best New Seafood Restaurants in Dubai 2026 2026 list?
Our top-ranked venue sits at the top of the list above. We base our #1 pick on multiple visits in 2024–26, paying for our own meals — see the Best New Seafood Restaurants in Dubai 2026 list above for the full ranking with prices, booking tips, and standout dish picks for each entry.
How much does dining at the top New Seafood venues cost?
AED 50pp at the budget end up to AED 1,500pp+ at fine-dining tier. The list shows price ranges for each entry.
How far ahead should I book New Seafood venues in Dubai?
Top venues book 2–4 weeks ahead for Friday/Saturday peak service; mid-tier venues 1–2 weeks; casual venues are usually walk-in.
Are these New Seafood venues halal?
Most are. Hotel restaurants in Dubai serve alcohol but typically use halal-certified meats. Standalone restaurants are predominantly halal-only. Each entry notes the policy.
How does this New Seafood list compare to TimeOut Dubai 2026?
We've eaten at every entry independently across 2024–26. Where we agree with TimeOut Dubai's 2026 list, we say so. Where we disagree, we explain why — see our TimeOut Dubai 2026 response for the full comparison.
Internal links: Best Restaurants Dubai 2026 · TimeOut Dubai 2026 — Our Take