Lording over the Dubai skyline, the Burj Khalifa is the city’s most iconic monument – an ode to the head-spinning development of the United Arab Emirates. When it opened in 2019, it put the city on the global stage as the world’s tallest building and a new international icon. Designed by famed American architect Adrian Smith (also behind the Jeddah Tower and Trump International Hotel & Tower in Chicago), it stands 830 metres tall and is one of the most wonderful buildings to gaze upon. On one side, the shimmering lights create a twinkling, star-like effect, while the other is covered with a large screen where nightly light shows are played, illuminating the Downtown skyline. To impress your guests, date, or soak up some city vibes, make a booking at one of these stylish bars and restaurants with Burj Khalifa views.

The best bars and restaurants with Burj Khalifa views – 2024

Restaurants with Burj Khalifa views

High Society by Jean Imbert, The Lana, Dorchester Collection

Zip up to the 30th floor of The Lana, Dorchester Collection, and you’ll find Michelin-starred chef Jean Imbert’s stunning new rooftop lounge, High Society – a luxury poolside lounging concept with a French Riviera theme. Offering 180-degree views of the Dubai skyline, taking in Downtown Dubai, the Creek and the all-important Burj Khalifa, the concept is open for hotel guests during the day but external visitors at night – where the twinkling views shine brightest. Dine on elevated’ finger food’ with wholesome, typically French ingredients and enjoy the wrap-around terrace and beautiful reflecting interiors. A nod to Dorchester Collection’s global properties, High Society also serves the famous croque-caviar from Paris’ Hotel Plaza Athénée bar – worth the visit alone. This is one of the chicest bars and restaurants with Burj Khalifa views.
dorchestercollection.com; @highsocietyatthelana

Riviera by Jean Imbert

Jean Imbert’s two The Lana outlets offer some of the best Burj Khalifa views in the city, and Riviera, located on the fourth floor, brings the high-energy culinary spirit of the Mediterranean to the city. The light-filled space captures the spirit of summers in the South of France, with botanical-inspired interiors, floral-inspired hues and a beautiful outdoor terrace offering front-row views to the Burj Khalifa. Open from 7am daily, the venue has both indoor and outdoor dining, serving a la carte breakfast – this alone is an exquisite sun-dappled affair – lunch and dinner. Highlights include toasted focaccia with green beans, burrata and pistachio, Jacky’s gazpacho topped with mozzarella di bufala, and signature tuna tartare made tableside, along with classic rustic French fare like Ratatouille tart with parmesan sable and crusted seabass.
dorchestercollection.com; @rivierabyjeanimbert

CÉ LA VI, Address Sky View

CÉ LA VI is one of the city’s most perennially popular hotspots, thanks to its location on the 54th floor of Address Sky View, and as a result, its almost unrivalled views of the Burj Khalifa. The Singapore-born restaurant and bar delivers a sultry, Asian-inspired experience in its restaurant menu with a modern take on Eastern flavours, such as torched bluefin tuna and black truffle ‘sushi rice’ risotto. Those dining should be sure to reserve a table on the sweeping terrace for picture-perfect views of the iconic Burj Khalifa, while the bar and lounge offers a glimmers of the iconic structure. All guests, whatever the seating, are welcome to step onto the terrace and get a photo from its famous swing – a hit on social media.
celavi.com; @celavidubai

Duomo, Dubai EDITION

Dubai EDITION’s chic ground-floor dining destination offers striking close-up views of the Burj Khalifa – where guests literally feel like they’re sitting below the iconic structure. The restaurant itself is stunning, with the typically minimalist-modern EDITION aesthetic but with an Italian renaissance twist – think moving frescos projected on the 15 metre vaulted cathedral-esque ceiling and a grand crystal chandelier known as ‘Maria Theresa’. The inspiration is Milan’s Duomo, but the views from the stylish outdoor terrace plant you firmly back in Dubai – especially with views looking onto the Burj Khalifa’s screen side, meaning a front-row view of the show.
editionhotels.com; @duomodubai

Chic Nonna

Italian Chic Nonna is one of Dubai’s best restaurants and bars with Burj Khalifa views, offering a stylised Dubai twist on a classic Italian experience. Interiors are moody and seductive with lots of dark green and gold, and the ground-floor main restaurant – Chic Nonna Osteria Gourmet – serves innovative Italian fine dining paired with wines from the largest cellar in the region. Book a table inside near the windows for twinkling Burj Khalifa views, or outside in the charming little urban garden for an even better vantage point. Thanks to its upscale appeal and sultry vibes, this is a wonderful spot for get-togethers and dates. Head upstairs before or after dinner for a drink at Salotto, designed to resemble a grand Italian living room and with windows overlooking the structure.
chicnonna.com; @chicnonnadubai

Thiptara, Palace Downtown

Thiptara is one of Dubai’s most iconic and loved restaurants, located in the Palace Downtown hotel right on the Dubai Lake. The Thai restaurant has long been a popular spot for proposals, reunions, dates and more, thanks to its cinematic views of the entire Downtown cityscape: a front-row view of the fountains and fountain show (so close you can feel the spray) and uninterrupted, straight-on vistas of the Burj Khalifa. The food itself is also fantastic, though a little pricey (but you pay for the location). Order classics done right, spanning curries, noodles, starters, zingy salads, sharing-style set menus and more.
addresshotels.com; @thiptaradubai

Tapasake, One&Only One Za’abeel

As One&Only One Za’abeel’s star dining destination, Tapasake offers a day-to-night vibe featuring the UAE’s longest suspended infinity pool. The slick spot offers magnificent views of the Burj Khalifa, which is wide and cinematic and encompasses the entire Downtown and DIFC skyline. You’re not up close and person, but you see it in all its glory, towering over its neighbours and lighting up the sky at night. Tapasake serves trendy Nikkei cuisine, perfect for sharing by the pool or with an evening cocktail in hand. Hero dishes include ceviche, sushi and smoky grills – all accompanied by some of the best Burj Khalifa views in the city. Tapasake also offers a weekend brunch that includes post-brunch pool access every Saturday from AED385 per person.
oneandonlyresorts.com; @tapasakedubai

Arrazuna, One Za’abeel

Also located in the slick new One Za’abeel is Arrazuna – a Turkish concept in its dining venue, The Link. The indoor restaurant (perfect for summer) has eight interactive kitchens – dotted around the space reminiscent of a trendy market – and serves cuisine from Türkiye and the Arabian Peninsula. Grab a booth by the floor-to-ceiling window for beautiful Burj Khalifa and Downtown views – set to add a touch of sparkle to a business lunch, meeting or after-work drinks and nibbles (all of which Arrazuna is popular for).
oneandonlyresorts.com; @arrazunadubai

Bars with Burj Khalifa views

Thia Skylounge, Dubai EDITION

The Dubai EDITION’s chic pool terrace also doubles as one of the best bars with Burj Khalifa views. Located on the second floor of the hotel, the space is an urban garden with sun loungers, cabanas and a slick bar surrounded by foliage. There’s the classic EDITION feel, youthful, elegant and hedonistic, and the bar serves creative cocktails, shisha and light bites. Expect a sophisticated crowd, vibrant atmosphere, and fabulous close-up views of the world’s tallest building.
editionhotels.com; @thiaskyloungedubai

Luna, Four Seasons DIFC

Luna Sky Bar, located on the rooftop of the swish Four Seasons DIFC, is the perfect spot for a post-work or late-night drink – right in the thick of the financial district and surrounded by eye-catching high rises. The space itself is incredibly elegant, designed by acclaimed New York-based designer Adam Tihany, with yellow umbrellas, plenty of greenery and beautiful skyline views. Sit on comfortable lounge seating as you sip on classics with a twist like a smoked whisky Negroni and enjoy a selection of international small plates. The bar also runs a great happy hour between 5 pm and 8 pm, Monday to Friday.
lunadubai.com; @lunaskybar

Treehouse, Taj Dubai

Another much-loved classic of Dubai’s bar scene is Treehouse, the Taj Dubai’s jungle rooftop, which has long been one of the best spots to spot the iconic Burj Khalifa. Located in Business Bay, the views are all-encompassing, which makes for an impressive twinkling vista at night. The space itself is a rooftop jungle and serves some great bites and cocktails – plus, it’s open until 3am on the weekends, making it the go-to spot for after-dinner drinks and good vibes.
tajhotels.com; @treehousedubai

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