Our Take on Lock, Stock & Barrel
Dubai is a city that takes its leisure seriously, and Lock, Stock & Barrel on the JBR strip understands this better than most. Spread across three floors of prime beach-front real estate, it is the city's definitive sports bar: 30 screens showing live sport from every time zone, a cocktail list that runs to two pages, and a kitchen turning out American-style food that can handle a crowd. The sun deck looking over the Arabian Gulf is one of the better places to watch Premier League football anywhere in the world — yes, we are aware of how strange that sentence is. The bar opened in 2013 and has outlasted every sports bar competitor Dubai has thrown at it, which tells you something about how well it works. It is loud, sociable, and unapologetically fun. Come for a Champions League knockout, order the Classic Mojito and a stack of ribs, and settle in. Dubai's expat and tourist community has been doing exactly this for over a decade. If you are in the city for sport, this is your base.
What to Order
Classic Mojito
One of the cleanest in Dubai, always well-made. The mint is fresh, the balance between lime and sugar is perfect, and the rum is generous. A reliable order every time.
The Barrel Burger
House special featuring a half-pound beef patty, pickled jalapeños, and smoked bacon. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The fries are hand-cut and properly salted.
Craft Beer on Tap
Rotating selection of regional and international beers. The bar staff know the portfolio well and will recommend based on what you're in the mood for. Always worth exploring the current list.
Atmosphere
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