Chi@The Lodge

Many may argue that Oud Metha’s behemoth club deserved our top title 22 Reviews

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Many may argue that Oud Metha’s behemoth club deserved our top title. And perhaps if we were judging simply on the venue alone, the Chi@theLodge would have received top honours. Between the gargantuan Ibiza-esque garden area, all-white hip hop room and drape-tastic VIP area, most can find their musical, and decor, preference.

However, with its rather conservative house/urban/indie music policy – and when it comes down to it, it’s the music that matters – it doesn’t quite carry the mantle of leader of Dubai’s clubbing cutting edge. But then, if their talk of future visits from artists such as Erykah Badu and Dizzee Rascal come off, who knows how things could pan out in ’09?

By Daisy Carrington
Time Out Dubai, 13 January 2009

Time Out reviews bars anonymously and pays for meals. Of course, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or independence of user reviews.

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    Location: Oud Metha, Dubai
  • Tel: 04 337 9470
  • Travel: Al Nasr Leisureland
  • Website

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Posted by: Jacob Belanch on 03 Mar ' 10 at 16:55
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Best Club in Dubai Bar HANDS DOWN!

I never expected something like this in a city like Dubai (Originally from Vancouver, BC) - I felt like I was in Miami or Ibiza or something - the various different clubs and ofcourse who can forget the outdoor venue outside - major party place this one and was delighted to be here! Chi is definitely one of the best clubs in the world. Good job dubai!

Posted by: bella on 19 Jan ' 10 at 22:02
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absolutely fantastic!

Posted by: jishil17@gmail.com on 14 Jan ' 10 at 05:16
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security on the gates are really bad behaving..the one who is in entrance gate ( i don'y remeber his name.but he is from srilanka....

Posted by: Mohamed on 24 Dec ' 09 at 15:52
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Posted by: Sai on 21 Aug ' 09 at 16:05
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Loved it at Chi, some really good music and a good feeling generally.

Posted by: Adeel on 18 Jul ' 09 at 07:50
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

The best club in dubai. excellent music and the best Dj's. just love it at CHI

Posted by: asif on 16 Jun ' 09 at 05:54
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best best best best

Posted by: Robert on 02 Jun ' 09 at 10:46
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Been there a few times and I would love to hit the decks to turn the place upside down!!

Posted by: Farrah on 31 May ' 09 at 09:38
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Id agree with Chi being a great place to spend my weekends - if it wasnt for the Cheesy RnB section with its own version of 50 Cent - Snoop and basically the whole G Unit look alike- wannabes that lurk there with their eye-blinding Bling Bling ready to do some stalking.
but i do love the outside venue. Great Music with people who just want to have a good time.

Posted by: Abdul Kader Dada on 27 May ' 09 at 18:40
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Best of the Best !!

Posted by: Abdul Kader Dada on 15 Apr ' 09 at 15:48
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Posted by: josh on 22 Mar ' 09 at 11:00
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Chi is as close to ibiza as dubai is gonna get so definitly the best club in dubai ............so far

Posted by: AHMED on 22 Mar ' 09 at 06:11
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Best club in Dubai...so far!

Posted by: Rameez on 15 Mar ' 09 at 12:54
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

The best club in dubai. excellent music and the best Dj's. just love it at CHI

Posted by: Yasmin on 07 Mar ' 09 at 14:54
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Went to the Chi friday night for the first time and my friends and i agree its one of the best Clubs we've been to, great music , fantastic hospitality and beats Abu Dhabi nightlife hands down ..An amazing night was had by all. Will definetly be back

Posted by: Hanna YM Marshal on 13 Feb ' 09 at 07:19
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Unforgettable Nights <3

Posted by: Nicki on 12 Feb ' 09 at 05:15
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Posted by: ABDULLAH R on 05 Feb ' 09 at 21:01
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Best night club in the city "THE best of THE best"

Posted by: ayman on 27 Jan ' 09 at 02:35
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wo0o0ow u guys rock best club ever :D

Posted by: Crischelle Claro on 26 Jan ' 09 at 01:36
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

By far the best club in Dubai with something for everyone, all in one place. Having the opportunity to venture in and out of different rooms showcasing various genres of music and live acts is most appealing and when busy enough (with the garden open) mainly on weekends, the atmosphere outside is great.

The music policy is mainly kept upfront thus appealling to anyone musically switched on and in touch with both UK & US scenes.

A weekend visit will give you the complete Chi experience and you won't be disappointed.

Posted by: prasanth kumar on 19 Jan ' 09 at 12:03
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

Posted by: prasanth kumar on 19 Jan ' 09 at 12:02
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  • Would you go back to this bar/club? Yes

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