F&B Units
Restaurant, café, and cloud-kitchen units in leisure destinations — high yields tied to operator brand strength.
Market Indicators (Dubai 2025-2026)
| Indicator | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Price per sqft | AED 4,000 – 9,000 | Sea-view premium ~30% |
| Rent per sqft | AED 350 – 900 / yr | Turnover rents 8-18% |
| Cap Rate | 5.5% – 7.5% | Prime waterfront < 6% |
| Occupancy | 88% – 98% | Prime near-full, secondary softer |
| WAULT | 5 – 7 years | Operator fit-out amortization |
Target Audience
F&B franchise owners, hospitality investors, and mixed-portfolio yield hunters.
Suitable Dubai Areas
Asset Overview
F&B is the most operator-dependent commercial segment. Underwriting requires deep analysis of tenant brand strength, franchisor covenants, and location footfall. Cloud-kitchen sub-segment growing 20-25% p.a. driven by Deliveroo, Talabat, and Careem Food.
Typical Lease Structure
Base + turnover rent structure. Longer 5-7 year leases required to amortise heavy tenant fit-out (AED 1,500-3,000/sqft). Ventilation, kitchen extract, and grease trap infrastructure critical to value.
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