5/17/2023 0 Comments Last stop club![]() The scent of popcorn battles with strong perfume, wafting across the room from the ladies of the night in the corner. There’s a red hue on the dance floor, thanks to a neon Boogie Nights light. ![]() The sounds of live Lingala music coming from behind a nondescript door will make you want to sashay your way right through. “Back in the old part of Dubai, head to the two-star Rush Inn Hotel, smiling at the Cameroonian, Kenyan, and Nigerian bouncers on the way in. The balcony overlooks the main pedestrian artery of City Walk, and the lively atmosphere makes it a great warm-up for what comes next.” Head up the stairs to Toro & KO’s brilliant bar for some chic Moscow mules and potent sangria. The development geographically straddles old and new Dubai well with stylish licensed restaurants and bars. “For proper drinks, we regroup in Jumeirah, at City Walk. Photo: Gerry O’Leary/Courtesy of Toro + KO/Gerry O’Leary My friends and I have been picking up takeout here for years.” This is great seafood at very reasonable prices. “It’s a very simple gem in the depths of Bur Dubai. It is what it is, sticky floors and all.” Only long-time Dubai residents know about Al Nasr they love it because there’s not a drop of pretense. It’s also the only one where you can get a cheap drink. It’s the cheapest bowling alley in town - and easily the dingiest - but the one with the most character. “For a glimpse of the real Dubai, a spot of late afternoon bowling and a glass of watered-down whiskey at this ultra-kitsch time warp is the best place to begin. The perfect night out, according to Amirah Tajdin, a filmmaker. We asked a filmmaker, an artist, and a free-wheeling party girl to map out their best multi-stop itineraries for a memorable night out. However you prefer to spend your Friday or Saturday night - or any night in the Middle East’s party capital, for that matter - you can rest assured that the emirate’s Vegas-like atmosphere will provide. Or maybe it’s a private table, oversize bottles of Dom Pérignon, and an impromptu performance by Jason Derulo in a bumping club. A chill sundowner overlooking the desert dunes can sometimes be just the ticket. ![]()
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