Atop an office complex that includes the somewhat stifled Oberoi Dubai, Iris is a stylish and contemporary lounge club that mixes a pedigree Dubai crowd with one of the city’s prettiest rooftop addresses. One of the top club brands in Beirut, Iris makes its Emirates debut in a architectural space overlooking Burj Khalifa with elements of modern and industrial design that’s one of our favorite nightlife debuts to date from any international brand. Modish mid-century inspired seating vignettes and wooden décor juxtaposes iron industrial lanterns and aluminum windows overlooking Dubai’s Financial Center. The space is enclosed in a wrap-around glass sarcophagus that encloses the bar and lounge as well as a rear open-air DJ stage that lures a steady stream top house talent especially on warm, sultry nights. <br />
Tips
The best crowds are Friday and Saturday night from 10pm-1am.
Last Word
Business Bay and its surroundings will disappoint all the way to the hostess podium of Iris, but once inside you’ll forget all about the drab business world that sits just outside its doors.
