Dubai’s food scene isn’t slowing down and Boatman’s Hub is proof. Nestled inside Dubai Grand Hotel By Fortune in Al Qusais, this brand-new dining destination sets sail with a bold mission: bringing the soul of India’s western coastline straight to your plate. From Mangalore to Goa and all the way down to Malvan, this place doesn’t just serve food. It serves stories, memories, and spice. Lots of it.
Sail Into Flavour With Boatman’s Hub, As It Brings Coastal India To Dubai
If your tastebuds love a little adventure, Boatman’s Hub is ready to be your captain. Its menu is a love letter to India’s shoreline, each dish telling tales of sun, sand, and spice-laden kitchens. Think rich Mangalorean curries with lashings of coconut, punchy Goan vindaloos that’ll wake you right up, and Malvani seafood bursting with coastal character.
One of the highlights? The daily fresh catch, grilled, roasted or stewed with your choice of masala: Cafreal, Rechado, Malvani or classic Mangalorean. Each bite feels like it was pulled straight from a beachside shack, but with Dubai-level finesse. Don’t miss the Ghee Roast, an icon of Mangalore or the Bebinca and Sorpotel from Goa, both of which hit all the right nostalgia notes.
Vegetarians, don’t fret. Dishes like Veg Gassi, Sorak Curry, and Paneer Green Peas Veldur hold their own against any seafood rival.
The Meal That Sets The Vibe Right
Every evening from 9 PM, Boatman’s Hub transforms into a lively cultural experience. Live music kicks in, Konkani, Marathi, Hindi, and English, with beats that keep spirits high and feet tapping. It’s a party, but the kind where the food is still the star.
The setting plays its part too. Nautical touches, warm lighting, and a relaxed yet refined atmosphere make it perfect for date nights, catch-ups, or big group dinners. You’ll feel like you’ve stumbled upon a hidden seaside tavern, except it’s in Al Qusais, and the parking’s better.
Did we mention it’s licensed? Yes, there’s a bar and it knows how to mix. Sip on tropical-style cocktails inspired by coastal ingredients. From kokum-infused coolers to creamy coconut twists, the drinks match the menu in creativity and flair. They’re refreshing, exotic, and dangerously easy to keep ordering.
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Dock Your Appetite At Boatman’s Hub
Dubai doesn’t lack Indian restaurants, but Boatman’s Hub offers something truly distinct. It’s not fine dining, and it’s not street food. It’s soulful, regional cuisine done right, served in a setting that feels both familiar and new. Whether you’re a homesick Mangalorean, a Goan food devotee, or just someone who thinks curry tastes better with a side of live music, Boatman’s Hub is calling your name.
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