





Dubai: Time Out Market Dubai
Operating Hours:Monday - Thursday: 12:00 - 00:00. Friday - Sunday: 10:00 - 01:00
The Vibe:Global gourmet hall with fountain views
A vibrant food hall curated by Time Out, located in Souk Al Bahar. It features dozens of kitchens from award-winning chefs under one roof. With communal seating overlooking the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa, it offers a modern gourmet dining experience.
The hum of conversation and clinking cutlery fills the air as steam rises from sizzling woks and grills. A mix of international aromas — spices, roasting meat, and fresh pastries — entices every corner. Through floor-to-ceiling windows, fountain water dances, adding sparkle to the bustling lunchtime crowd.
- Part of the global Time Out Market food hall network
- Rated among Dubai’s best dining destinations
- Spectacular views of the Dubai Fountain show
- High praise for its variety: ‘something for everyone’
Persona Fit
- 👨👩👧 Families: Diverse kid-friendly menus and spacious seating areas.
- 💕 Couples: Romantic fountain views and evening ambiance.
- 👵 Seniors: Comfortable seating, climate control, and elevator access.
- 🥘 Foodies: Curated selection of gourmet dishes from top chefs.
Highlights
- Chef-driven concepts — food stalls by award-winning local chefs
- International cuisines — from Italian gelato to Japanese sushi
- Bakery and coffee — artisanal pastries and specialty coffee
- Fountain views — outdoor terrace overlooks the Dubai Fountain — Hidden Gem
- Entertainment — live music events and occasional cooking demos

Laura Coughlin
Our Dubai Local Expert
Table of Contents
- Metro: Nearest is Business Bay or Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (Red Line) + short walk.
- Car: Use Dubai Mall parking (the market validates parking for one hour).
- Taxi/ride-share: Stop at Dubai Mall or Souk Al Bahar main entrance; follow signs to Level 3.
- Elevator: Market is on Level 3 of Souk Al Bahar, accessed via the bridge from Dubai Mall.
Food & Coffee Shops
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse: Premium steaks and truffle fries.
Burger Pit: Hand-crafted burgers and gourmet sides.
The Blacksmith & Co.: Fresh burritos and tacos with grilled meats.
Patrizia Moroso: Decadent Italian gelato and pastries.
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse: Premium steaks and truffle fries.
Burger Pit: Hand-crafted burgers and gourmet sides.
The Blacksmith & Co.: Fresh burritos and tacos with grilled meats.
Patrizia Moroso: Decadent Italian gelato and pastries.
Insider Tips
Best Time: Weekday lunch or Sunday brunch to avoid peak crowds.
Hack: Splurge on the brunch buffet (weekend mornings) for variety.
Hidden Gem: The fountain show is free to enjoy from the terrace every 30 minutes in the evening.
Tip: Bring your receipt to get free parking validation for the first hour.
Best Time: Weekday lunch or Sunday brunch to avoid peak crowds.
Hack: Splurge on the brunch buffet (weekend mornings) for variety.
Hidden Gem: The fountain show is free to enjoy from the terrace every 30 minutes in the evening.
Tip: Bring your receipt to get free parking validation for the first hour.
Photography Tips
Capture the fountain show through the glass walls for iconic shots.
Interior lighting is bright; a phone camera suffices for food and group photos.
For candlelit evenings, use a higher ISO or steady your camera on the table.
Capture the fountain show through the glass walls for iconic shots.
Interior lighting is bright; a phone camera suffices for food and group photos.
For candlelit evenings, use a higher ISO or steady your camera on the table.
Things To Do Nearby
Burj Khalifa — World’s tallest tower with observation decks (next door).
Dubai Mall Aquarium — Massive indoor aquarium and underwater zoo (adjacent).
Dubai Fountain — Fountain show site (outside the market).
KidZania Dubai — Interactive kids’ city in Dubai Mall (downstairs).
Burj Khalifa — World’s tallest tower with observation decks (next door).
Dubai Mall Aquarium — Massive indoor aquarium and underwater zoo (adjacent).
Dubai Fountain — Fountain show site (outside the market).
KidZania Dubai — Interactive kids’ city in Dubai Mall (downstairs).

