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5.0 307 reviews
#318 of 8,460 Restaurants in Dubai
Travellers' Choice2023
RATINGS
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Location and contact

Bluewaters Island Near Bluewaters Marine Station, Dubai United Arab Emirates
2.9 miles from Palm Jumeirah
Website
Email
+971 4 453 8994
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Sponsored by: The Pods

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Details

About
Pan Asian restaurant
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Sushi, Asian, Healthy
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Waterfront
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Reviewed yesterday
Amazing place. Would recommend everyone here

Had a birthday party here and we had the BEST time. The food was amazing and staff was friendly and responsive.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2022
A night to remember

It was truly one of the best Asian cuisine, the food is outstanding. Love the concept of the Pods very private. What a great experience 👌 well recommended and of course the staff are very accommodating service is excellent esp. Smarpita n Pramukha. Would love...to visit you again soon. Thanks to the entire team well done👏More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reshma P, Owner at The Pods, responded to this reviewResponded 18 October 2022

Thank you for taking the time to share with us your incredible review, we appreciate it and are thrilled that you enjoyed your visit. We are looking forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Thank you. The Pod

Reviewed 2 days ago
Food below average

Very disappointed. The pods is a great concept but the food was very poor for the price.. There are much better restaurants in Dubai at half the price. The restaurant has no toilets, you have to walk and use the public toilets. It is not...the promised five star experience by a long shot.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 4 days ago
10th anniversary

It was my 10th anniversary. It was spectacular surprise. Thank you for the arrangement. Special Thanks for waitress Mohan for your kindness.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago
Wonderful night

Had a great time over here and the vibe was really nice. The staff were nice and quick in responding to our requests. Biswa specially he kept an open eye around the area to help which ever pod in request

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago
good service but poor dessert

we came for a bottle of wine and dessert. it was amazing view and good service. thankyou for arnold who serve us. but the creme brulee was too dry and more taste like white egg than a proper creme brulle for 95 aed.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago
Highly recommended.

We had an amazing experience at the pods. We booked the sea facing pods where the view is scenic, exquisite and calming. Apart from that the food was delicious and the service was great. Mr. Mohan was our server and he was very kind ,...helpful and patient. I would definitely be visiting again.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
Special occasion made more special by The Pods

We visited the Pods to celebrate a special birthday and they really made it very special. Their decor and sparklers package made the occasion memorable for us!! The food was great too!! An amazing package of great food and ambience… perfect for the special days!!...Mr Anaz took very good care of us during our visit!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
Amazing!!

We threw a surprise birthday and anniversary party to my cousin and her son. It was amazing. The food was great as usual. Special thanks to Jack for a nice lunch.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago
The Pods Dubai Experience Nov 2023

The place is nice! I cannot say anything more, mohan and anas served us really well! The food is great and very flavorful! We are so full haha We enjoyed every meal!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago
Nice restaurant

Nestor is the best waiter ever.. his personality, service and recommendations were perfect.. it was my birthday and he made it extra special

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago
PODs in Dubai

We had a great time at the PODS in Dubai. The service was excellent and once we got the air adjusted, the room was extraordinary comfortable. The water view was spectacular! Food was delicious!!!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago
Must visit the Pods

Amazing place. Unique concept. Food was exceptional. You must ask for the server named Mohan! He’s extremely kind and polite. Food portions are good and delicious.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 November 2023
10/10 experience

Mohan was taking care of us for the night and was very lovely! Food was great and so was the service

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 1 November 2023
Something different for a special occasion

This place is just beautiful, we had the set menu and it was amazing food. Great atmosphere and the staff we very friendly nothing was to much trouble fir them.

Date of visit: October 2023
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  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
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