As Dubai’s enticing art scene continues to flourish, Alserkal Avenue has become a vital part of growing the creative community in the emirates.
This warehouse district has come a long way since its inception with art installations and delightful food havens, making it a prominent destination for all those who visit.
As Emirates Woman continues to explore some of the most happening communities in the UAE, here’s an editor’s take on what there is to explore at Alserkal Avenue.
Fitness
Crank
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For those who require a high-energy workout, spinning at Crank is nothing short of that with its adrenaline-fueled music. Each class is conducted by highly trained professional, who brings their expertise to the table. This fitness boutique also offers an exclusive smoothie section for visitors to have the entire experience from start to finish. With a strong community of individuals who share similar interests, Crank is the perfect place to be for that midweek workout or to fuel in more energy on the weekend with the first trial session being priced at Dhs60. Located in Unit 43, Alserkal Avenue, it’s open from Sunday to Thursday 6:30am to 10pm, Friday 8am to 3pm and Saturday 8am to 10pm
For more information visit crank-fit.com
Shimis Yoga Studio
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Taking place in a relaxing environment, guests can choose from a diverse range of yoga classes at Shimis Yoga Studio. Known for their calming meditation sessions with their highly trained professional instructors, guests are sure to protect their mental wellbeing at this studio while learning to challenge their overall flexibility. This new Yoga concept has become the healthiest workout in the world, with professional experts who provide a way of living a healthy life. It’s located in Warehouse 42 and it open from Sunday to Wednesday 6:30am to 9:30pm, Thursday 6:30am to 8:30pm and Friday and Saturday, 8:30am to 4pm and 8:30am to 8pm respectively.
For more information visit shimis.com
Restaurants and Cafés
Wild & The Moon
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This plant-based vegan café located in the heart of Alserkal Avenue offers an array of options ranging from cold-pressed juices to organic dishes with ethically sourced ingredients. Providing a healthy alternative to the urban crowd, the recipes are inspired by seasons with meals to share with friends and families. Whether detox programmes or a fresh salad, Wild & The Moon ensures there are no additives to its food with a new take on flavours throughout the year. Located in H-77, it’s open daily from 9am to 8pm.
For more information visit wildandthemoon.ae
Nightjar Coffee
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Located in the heart of Alserkal Avenue, Nightjar is known for its delicious coffee options and extensive range of creative cold brew teas. With nitro-infused formulas, Nightjar has become an artisanal coffee roasting platform with cold brew production. Known for sourcing their coffee beans from ethical sites, it allows them to meet the farmers, ensuring a seamless process from a great coffee bean to roast. The eatery is open daily from 10am to 9pm and the Roastery, Saturday to Thursday 10am to 5pm and is located in Unit G62.
For more information visit nightjar.coffee/shop/
FOMO
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Known for embracing authentic American fast-food classics from the past, delicious food trucks concept serves their burgers in iridescent packaging, making it a must-visit indie spot in Alserkal Avenue. Open daily from 1:30pm to 11:30pm it’s located in a noticeable spot in this artistic hub.
Project Chaiwala
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Bringing a nostalgic charm to traditional recipes, Project Chaiwala celebrates the tea culture on a daily basis. From being a place to connect to enjoying ethically sourced tea, the concept transcends beyond an eatery as it’s more of a lifestyle. From cold brews to matcha’s, there are a plethora of options to try out at this concept. Located in Warehouse 68, it’s open daily from 9:30am to 10pm.
For more information visit projectchaiwala.myshopify.com
Warehouse Eighteen
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This communal space is an aesthetically sound restaurant with a large variety of food ranging from waffles to croissants. Whether you wish to sit back and work in a relaxed workspace or simply want to catch up with a friend, Warehouse 18 serves speciality coffee in this urban space with delicious comfort food. It’s located in Warehouse 18 and it’s open from Saturday to Thursday, 8am to 6:30pm and is closed on Friday.
Activities
Cinema Akil
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The fully-fledged arthouse cinema brings people from all around the world together to enjoy films ranging from classics to regional films. Being the GCC’s first arthouse cinema, it aims to create awareness and interest in film and the cinematic arts. Having opened its first permanent location in Al Quoz, Dubai, this platform showcases directors and filmmakers across the decades. It’s located in Warehouse 68.
For more information visit cinemaakil.com
The Edit
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If you’re looking for an edit of unique fashion pieces, The Edit is a one-of-a-kind concept store, which has an array of brands, some of which exclusively retail here in the Middle East. From being a concept space to an art gallery with fashion, art, design, coffee and events all under one roof, The Edit has made a mark for itself in the industry, by becoming an aesthetic space to definitely visit. Located in Warehouse 48, it’s open daily from 10am to 8pm.
The Jam Jar
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By contributing to Dubai’s art scene, The Jam Jar is a community arts space that engages audiences, promotes local artists, and supports the development of Dubai’s art scene through extensive art programmes, community projects and educational initiatives. By building a bridge between arts and education, this multi-functional space offers the region’s first DIY painting studio, which is accessible to people across different ages. It’s open from Monday to Thursday 10am to 7pm, Friday from 2pm to 8pm and Saturday from 10am to 7pm and is located in Unit H74.
For more information visit thejamjardubai.com
The Flip Side
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Created for the love of vinyl, The Flip Side is Dubai’s only independent record shop that has different genres of music with music stocks from all corners of the world. With different genres of music, as well as occasion, live music events, it’s a music community that brings like-minded people together. From lesser-known future classics to hits from the 70s, there’s plenty of options for your completely get lost at the store. Located in Unit 71, The Flip Side is open daily from 12pm to 9pm, except it’s closed on Sunday.
For more information visit theflipsidedxb.com
CHALK
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Are you in the mood for some luxe pampering? Chalk offers quality services in a minimal environment if you’re in the need of a hair transformation or whether you’re simply looking to get your nails done. This unisex salon is the first of its kind for rebels, creative thinkers and is a UAE home-grown concept that has gained immense popularity since its inception. Located in Warehouse 63, it’s open daily from 9am to 9pm
For more information visit chalk.ae
Oo La Lab
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In the mood for creating your own fragrance? Use the Oo Fragrance Table to select ingredients and build up your own fragrance formula. 1000’s unique olfactory combinations can be crafted. From workshops to collaborations with luxury fashion brands, Oo La Lab hosts several sensorial workshop sessions for people to enjoy with friends, family or even alone. Located in Warehouse 58, it’s open from Wednesday to Sunday 12pm to 7pm.
For more information visit oola-lab.com
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