Burger fans have been lining up at this Kite Beach hotspot ever since it brought the food-truck concept to Dubai. Since then, it has evolved into a pop-up, air-conditioned terrace. The menu keeps it simple with classic Wagyu sliders and fries, fresh drinks including pink lemonade, and ice-cream. Our favourite is the creamy cookie-butter soft-serve. It's all very, very good.

Get inspired by the fun wanderlust theme, shaded terrace, all-day treats and sea-fresh decor at Parker's in La Mer. Whether you are looking for eggs sunny-side up, exotic acai bowls, or delicious sharing plates, you can find it all here. Don't miss out on local favourites such as spicy toffee shrimps and signature street fries, and save some space for quirkily-named desserts such as Pull Me and Lotus Drama.

Take a seat by the sea at La Mer and enjoy myriad flavours from Arabia, including Emirati food with Indian and Persian influences. Try the SIKKA chicken tikka manakish, topped with butter chicken sauce, chicken tikka and gooey cheese. If you are a vegetarian, go for the khameer bread sandwich, stuffed with fresh chickpea-based falafel, lemon, tomato and rocca leaves.

Marvel over a fresh dining concept by Emirati brothers, Ali and Yousef Karmostaji, at this Latin American-inspired restaurant. Savour a healthy yet eclectic menu, offering crêpes with ice cream, fruit sushi, teppanyaki ice-cream rolls and Mexican fruit paletas (ice lollies). Eat to your heart's content with the highest quality products, making every meal here a refreshing treat.

A short stroll away from Kite Beach is Al Ijaza, a decades-old cafeteria known to attract tourists and locals alike. It's the perfect place to grab a quick, affordable bite from the much-loved shawarmas and inventive sandwiches. Try the Hassan Mathar, a toasted cheese and garlic chicken wrap, while sipping on any of the amusingly-named juice combos: Dubai Metro, Computer or Abood.

Fancy a gourmet meal by the beach? Celebrity chef Tom Aiken's Pots, Pans & Boards at The Beach presents a relaxed ambience with wooden floors and a galaxy of hanging cooking utensils. The menu is ideal for sharing with generous portions of short ribs, oxtail burgers and even sticky toffee pudding with date-flavoured ice cream. There's a dedicated play area too, making it ideal for families and beachgoers.