From expert butchery to smoky cocktails, this Jebel Ali steakhouse makes dining an occasion.
- Smokin’ Gun returns as a precision-crafted steakhouse in Jebel Ali.
- Its butcher’s counter puts skilled meat preparation centre stage.
- Guests can enjoy smoky cocktails, tableside finishes and private dining.
- Coffee, tea and pastries are available from 10am in Jebel Ali.
Some restaurants are built around a menu. Others give you a reason to watch what happens before the food reaches the table. Smokin’ Gun Dubai belongs to the latter. Returning in a new form at JA Sports & Shooting Club in Jebel Ali, the much-loved name now takes its place as a contemporary steakhouse centred on butchery, fire and culinary craft. Expect a little theatre.
There’s something compelling about seeing a skilled butcher at work, from the careful preparation of a cut to the precision behind the final grill. At Smokin’ Gun, this hands-on experience is central to the restaurant, with Chef Natsasi Nu-In, internationally known as the Lady Butcher, leading its butchery offering. She brings more than 15 years of experience across meat, foodservice, retail and hospitality.
The kitchen is led by Head Chef Lourdes Machado, while Restaurant General Manager Vanessa Nigro oversees the wider guest experience. Together, the team brings culinary expertise and hospitality experience to a concept where premium meats meet the character of smoke and fire. Guests can expect live-fire grilling, tableside preparation and steak presentations that put the work behind each plate in view. No need for a formal dress rehearsal.
Fire-led cooking has also found a strong place in the UAE’s dining conversation. Rather than relying on spectacle alone, chefs are placing greater emphasis on ingredient quality and controlled technique. Smokin’ Gun taps into that interest through a focused steakhouse identity, with smoke adding depth to the food rather than serving as decoration.
A visit to JA Sports & Shooting Club doesn’t have to begin with an evening reservation. From 10am, Smokin’ Gun serves coffee, tea, other beverages and pastries, giving early visitors a relaxed place to pause before or after time at the range. It’s an easy daytime stop.
Lunch runs from noon to 5pm, with steak sandwiches, burgers and selected grill cuts for those looking for something more substantial. Dinner follows from 5pm to 11pm, when the butcher and grill teams take centre stage. There’s also a private dining area for celebrations, group gatherings and corporate occasions.
At the bar, the experience shifts towards smoked and flamed finishes, with the Smokin’ AK Old Fashioned leading the signature cocktail selection. A global wine list, premium spirits and beers sit alongside handcrafted zero-alcohol cocktails. Everyone gets a thoughtful pour.
Set within JA The Resort in Jebel Ali, Smokin’ Gun gives visitors another reason to make a day of the destination, whether that’s coffee after a morning activity, a relaxed lunch or a full steakhouse evening. Find it at JA Sports & Shooting Club and discover the new chapter for yourself.
