The biggest game in club football is only days away and we’re all thinking of where to watch the Champions League final in Dubai on Saturday May 29.
As football fans we want unimpeded views of the 90 minutes, delicious grub and of course, drinks deals that won’t hurt the back pocket.
With kick-off at 11pm (UAE time) it’s going to be a late one so don’t spend all day worrying if you are going to score a place to watch the action.
Here are all the best places showing the Champions League final in Dubai.
Barrel 12
Big screens, great deals and a menu stacked full of pub classics, Barrel 12 should be in for some serious consideration of making your line-up for the Champions League final this Saturday
Palm Views East, Palm Jumeirah (04 552 4000).
BFF Gastro Bar & Lounge
If love your hops, then this gastropub should be on your radar. A drinks menu featuring 21 hops-based mixed drinks, a food card that hits the spot and big screens means BFF Gastro Bar & Lounge is a great shout for the Champions League final on Saturday. And while you're waiting for it all to kick off, hop onto one of the pool tables or darts boards until the action livens up.
Mövenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai, Jebel Ali (052 177 7541).
Black Tap
Burgers and football go hand-in-hand and at this JBR joint, football fans can get their mitts on some top notch American grub while cheering on Chelsea (or Man City) during the Champions League final on Saturday.
Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR (04 399 9076).
Bridgewater Tavern
Need a relaxed spot to watch the Champions League final? Then look no further than this watering hole. Massive screens and a compact and affordable food menu of burgers, sammies and snacks means this is a cool hangout to catch the footie.
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Business Bay (04 414 3000).
Out for a quiet pint? Well you won’t find it here as the Irish pub specialises in craic and atmosphere and it will be no doubt packed out again for the Champions League final this Saturday.
Saeed Tower One, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 332 2400).
Tonnes of TVs including one giant-sized screen on the outside terrace, mean you won’t be struggling for a seat to watch the Champions League final here. Attracting a strong British crowd, there will be plenty of banter flying around as Chelsea and Man City duke it out for the title of European champions.
Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 427 1000).
Goodfellas
As the home of The Dubai Reds, this pub’s loyalty will be divided on Saturday but with lots of screens and free-to-play pool tables, it’s definitely worth a visit to see the Champions League final.
Ramee Rose Hotel, Barsha Heights (04 450 0111).
If eating quality grub is a major objective before the Champions League final then may we suggest the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2021 winner for best pub food, JB’s. We recommend the burger or fish and chips while taking in the 90 minutes.
Amwaj Rotana, JBR (04 428 3084).
Lock, Stock & Barrel
Catch all the action of the Champions League final in both branches at this uber popular bar while tucking into a cracking, belly-busting Saturday roast.
Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR (04 392 7120) and Grand Millennium Dubai, Barsha Heights (04 514 9195).
When it comes to sports bars, the Irish know what they are doing. With some 30 different screens plus tasty food and enticing drinks deals, McGettigan’s on JLT provide a winning combo for watching the Champions League final in Dubai this Saturday.
Bonnington Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Cluster J, JLT (04 356 0470).
Nezesaussi Grill
Normally the preserve of cricket and rugby fans from Down Under and South Africa, Nezesaussi Grill will be swapping the oval ball for the round one this Saturday. Dark, cosy and possessing some whopping screens, football fans will have a superb view of the Champions League final.
Manzil Downtown, Downtown Dubai (04 888 3444).
OFFSIDE
No need to bring the spectacles for this pub as the action will be shown on a massive 200-inch screen at this JBR sports bar. There are also eight additional screens resulting in plenty of room for social distancing, too.
JA Ocean Beach Hotel, JBR (04 814 5918).
Perry & Blackwelder's
A fine establishment to sit and watch the footie, there are great offers on drinks and a sizeable menu of comfort food favourites at Perry and Blackwelder’s.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim (800 666 353).
Spike Bar
Football at a golf club? You better believe it and the Champions League final will be shown on the 16 screens dotted around the bar so we advise you to take a swing at Emirates Golf Club this Saturday.
Emirates Golf Club, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 417 9885).
The Blacksmith Bar and Eatery
Dhs25 for selected house bevvies. Dhs35 for mixed drinks. Whatever the result on Saturday, that’s a winning deal for the Champions League final plus some moreish pub bites will keep your mood high even if your team is not doing the business.
From Dhs25. Sat May 29, 5pm-game conclusion. Blacksmith Bar and Eatery, Wyndham Dubai Marina (04 247 6644
Are you even a sports fan in Dubai if you haven’t graced this establishment with your presence on a big match day? A multiple-award winner of Time Out’s Pub of the Year gong, the Dubai institution serves up delicious bar bites including the recently introduced cheese and onion bites.
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Garhoud (04 282 4750).
The Irish Village Studio City
The second branch of The Irish Village has an enormous outdoor screen, super drinks deals and a wonderful terrace offering lots of space and top views meaning football fans are onto a winner if they score a seat here for the Champions League final.
Studio One, Dubai Studio City (04 241 8444).
Man City fans might want to give this establishment a miss due to the fact it is the home of the noisy neighbours – Manchester United. But if you are just looking for a place to watch the 90 minutes then one of Dubai’s oldest bars is great option to hang your hat.
Metropolitan Hotel Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 343 0000).
Eight large screens, including a projector, for big clashes, a roast with lashings of gravy for under Dhs100 make this popular pub a super call for viewing the Champions League final this Saturday.
The Atrium at Al Habtoor City, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 437 0022).
The Underground
This English themed-bar has more than 20 screens which means no matter where you plonk yourself down you will have an unimpeded view of the Champions League final. Top British pub fare will fuel your energy levels for what looks like a long night ahead.
Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection, JBR (04 399 5000).
A place where all Chelsea and Man City fans hope is bulging on Saturday night, the Trophy Room provides supporters with a variety of screens beaming out a range of sports. A stocked board games’ corner is available for those who have no interest in the Champions League final this Saturday.
Fairmont Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 311 8316).
WXYZ at Aloft Me’aisam
Affordable drinks, tasty bar bites and the Champions League final – sounds like Saturday night at WXYZ at Aloft Me’aisam.
Dubai Production City (04 248 7070).
Looking for something to do ahead of the Champions League final in Dubai on Saturday May 29? Check out more things to do in the city here.
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