Aprons & Hammers Beach House Review

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This beloved homegrown concept, known for its playful “fun-dining” experience, has traded its dhow for a prime spot on Palm Jumeirah’s Shoreline 10. Since 2011, Aprons & Hammers has been making waves with its dedication to fresh catches and a laid-back atmosphere.

The restaurant’s ambience is modern and coastal, with calming blues and whites that complement its beachfront location. Diners can choose between pergola seating, poolside lounging, or sunbeds with views of the Arabian Gulf and the Burj Al Arab.

The highlights

Once seated at the poolside lounger, we indulged in a frosty delight – a vibrant concoction of zesty bitters and tangy lemon cordial, all encased in a playful ice bomb. After a refreshing swim, we continued our meal outdoors, beginning with delicious appetisers.

The Salt and Pepper Squid, perfectly golden and crisp, revealed tender squid inside, enhanced by a tangy tartar sauce. Then came the juicy Firecracker Prawns coated in a fiery chilli sriracha sauce that delivered a satisfying kick with every bite. The highlight was the Octopus Carpaccio, featuring delicate, melt-in-your-mouth slices of octopus adorned with citrusy lemon zest and pink peppercorns.

Feeling refreshed, we moved indoors for the main course, welcomed by the cool air conditioning. The Lobster Thermidor arrived with succulent chunks of Canadian lobster in a rich, buttery sauce, topped with cheese, while the thin-crust Truffle pizza featured creamy mozzarella, buffalo mozzarella, and fragrant truffle. For seafood lovers, the Mixed Bucket is a dream, offering shrimp, sweet Blue crab, and succulent Spiny lobster, enhanced by an array of sauces including saffron cream and garlic chilli sauce.

We of course couldn’t resist dessert, opting for the Banana Foster Crème Brûlée, featuring creamy vanilla custard, tender banana slices cooked in rich brown butter sauce, and perfectly caramelised sugar crust. My dining partner chose the comforting and indulgent Signature Hammertime Cake, a dense chocolate brownie base filled with creamy coconut, topped with a liquid vanilla ice cream bar that you can crack open with a hammer – a delightful contrast of cold against the warm, rich cake.