Taking the mic
Where to warm up your pipes at the city’s best karaoke spots
Ten Street Where: JBR The lowdown: Get your crew together and make like Adele or Ed Sheeran as you belt out classic and modern jams on stage at fun dive bar Ten Street in JBR. This is the karaoke bar experience that you know from movies and TV – instead of a private booth, party lovers have to step up on the stage for a daily open-mic night. On the bright side, it’s free, if you’re brave enough to sing your heart out in public. But you better be very confident in your song choice
Best for: karaoke lovers on a shoestring budget who want a casual night out and don’t suffer from stage fright.
a The Walk, JBR, Dubai, Sun to Thur 5pm to 2am, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, free. Tel: (04) 3998993. Taxi: The Walk JBR. tenstreet.me Blind Dragon is a Hollywood import, and its cool, Asia-inspired bar is exactly the sort of place you can imagine celebs slinking in and out of. The private karaoke rooms are sleek and stylish, with iPad menus and big-screen TVs, and there’s even bottle service to your room.
Best for: A special occasion. Blind Dragon is pricier than the other karaoke venues listed here, but it’s a stunning venue and worth it for a big party.