Where is the best shellfish in Dubai?

Based on diner recommendations, the best shellfish in Dubai is at Dinner by Heston Blumenthal. We compared 8 restaurants serving shellfish.

How much does shellfish cost in Dubai?

Shellfish prices in Dubai range from AED165.00 to AED380.00 across 8 restaurants.

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Best Shellfish in Dubai

8 restaurants compared

Price range: AED165.00 – AED380.00

Avg recommendation: 93%

Top 5 Shellfish in Dubai (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 8 restaurants:

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, AED165.00 (Palm Jumeirah)
Dampa, AED165.00 (Deira)
Row on 45, (Dubai Marina)
FZN by Björn Frantzén, (Palm Jumeirah)
FZN by Björn Frantzén, (Palm Jumeirah)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 8 Restaurants Compared

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

Palm Jumeirah·$$$

Scallop and White Chocolate

AED165.00

Hand-dived scallops with white chocolate, caviar, and tartare—a modern riff on sweet-savory contrast.

Tip: This course is a palate-cleanser after richer starters—its delicate balance is refreshing mid-meal.

Dampa

Deira·$$

Lemon Herb Mussels

AED165.00

Fresh mussels grilled and finished with lemon herb butter.

Tip: Mussels are excellent value and cook quickly — a great choice if you're in a hurry but want quality seafood.

Row on 45

Dubai Marina·$$$$

Amaebi and Bafun Uni

Sweet shrimp from Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture paired with creamy sea urchin and French technique.

Tip: This appears early in Act I—it sets the stage for the Japanese ingredient emphasis throughout the menu.

FZN by Björn Frantzén

Palm Jumeirah·$$$$

Norwegian King Crab

Sweet Norwegian king crab reimagined in Frantzén's signature Nordic-Japanese style.

Tip: This is the tasting menu's anchor ingredient—the sweetness and texture set the tone for the refined progression ahead.

FZN by Björn Frantzén

Palm Jumeirah·$$$$

Langoustines

Nordic langoustines with delicate aromatics and Japanese-influenced plating.

Tip: This course pairs beautifully with the white wine selections—note the course order when choosing your pairing.

Row on 45

Dubai Marina·$$$$

Hand-Dived Scallops from Frøya

Pristine scallops from the Norwegian island of Frøya with minimal intervention to showcase the ingredient.

Tip: This course is the purest expression of ingredient quality on the menu—the scallops need almost no preparation.

Row on 45

Dubai Marina·$$$$

Crab on Toast

Reimagined British classic with hand-dived scallops and premium crab on toasted sourdough.

Tip: This is quintessentially Atherton—nostalgic British comfort with gold-standard ingredients. It's become iconic on the menu.

#893% recommend

Dampa

Deira·$$

Mixed Seafood Boodle Fight

AED380.00

Shell-on shrimp, crab, mussels, clams, and corn on paper — eat by hand with sauce.

Tip: This dish is meant for 2-3 people — order one per group to maximize the communal experience. Disposable gloves are provided.