Dining deals in Dubai for every mood
From sunset dinners and long Italian lunches to tasting menus and family-friendly breakfasts, there’s something for every kind of appetite. Here are 8 of the best dining deals in Dubai worth adding to your long weekend calendar.
CQ French Brasserie
CQ’s popular Gentleman’s Menu is getting a Father’s Day extension. Usually available on Saturday evenings, the French bistro is making the offer available daily from June 15 until the end of the month. For Dhs275, guests can choose from mains including Steak Frites, Raclette Burger and Pappardelle aux Champignons et Truffes, paired with either a bottle of premium grape or two pints of draft hops. Starters and dessert can be added for a little extra, making it a good excuse to gather the family and celebrate dad over a leisurely meal.
Where: CQ JLT and CQ Barsha Heights
When: June 15 to 30; 12pm to 1am
Cost: Dhs275 per person, starters Dhs39, dessert Dhs35
Contact: @cqbrasserie
Shanghai Me
Whether it’s a catch-up with friends, a date night or the start of an evening in DIFC, Shanghai Me has a dining deal worth knowing about. Available Tuesday to Saturday from 6pm to 10pm, the experience includes two starters, a main course, dessert and three drinks for Dhs258 per person. Expect the restaurant’s signature blend of Asian flavours, stylish interiors and a lively atmosphere that works just as well for special occasions as it does for a spontaneous dinner out.
Where: Shanghai Me, DIFC
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 6pm to 10pm
Cost: Dhs258 per person
Contact: @shanghaimedubai
Chic Nonna
Weekends are made for long lunches, and Chic Nonna’s new Il Pranzo della Nonna is built around exactly that. Available every Saturday and Sunday, the set menu features a selection of the restaurant’s signature Italian dishes, including homemade pasta, risotto with Argentinian prawns, veal scaloppine and tiramisu. Choose between two or three courses and settle in for an afternoon inspired by the Italian tradition of gathering around the table with family and friends.
Where: Chic Nonna, DIFC
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, 12pm to 4pm
Cost: Dhs130 for two courses, Dhs140 for three courses
Contact: @chicnonnadubai
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The Tasting Room
If you’re looking to switch up your lunch plans, The Tasting Room by Haveli has opened at V Hotel Dubai with a menu dedicated entirely to midday dining. Available Tuesday to Sunday, the experience takes diners through a choice of seven, nine or 11 courses inspired by Indian flavours and traditions, reworked with a modern approach. Expect dishes such as Smoky Ghost Goli, Truffle Khichdi Royale and Paneer Nihari Velouté, followed by desserts including Nutella Jalebi Cheesecake and Gajar Halwa Tiramisu. With only 100 guests welcomed each day, it’s worth booking ahead.
Where: The Tasting Room by Haveli, V Hotel Dubai
When: Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 8pm
Cost: From Dhs150
Contact: @thetastingroom.dxb
KIRA
If you’re looking for an early evening dinner spot, KIRA at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has launched Sunset to Share, a new three-course menu designed for leisurely meals as the sun goes down. Available daily from 5pm to 7pm, the sharing-style experience includes dishes such as salmon sashimi, Japanese Wagyu tartare, Wagyu ragu gyoza, Angus tenderloin and Cacio e Pepe rigatoni, followed by dessert. For an additional Dhs250, guests can add two hours of free-flowing drinks, including cocktails, mocktails, wine, beer and prosecco.
Where: KIRA, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab
When: Daily, 5pm to 7pm
Cost: Dhs355 per person, Dhs250 additional for unlimited drinks package
Contact: @kirarestaurant
The Guild
If you’re looking for a family-friendly way to start Sunday, The Guild has launched a new breakfast experience at The Salon. Alongside 50 per cent off all à la carte food for residents, little ones can get involved with their own pancake-making activity, choosing from a selection of toppings, fillings and jams. On the menu, expect everything from freshly baked pastries and Eggs Benedict to shakshuka, açai bowls and smoothies, all served in The Guild’s elegant dining room.
Where: The Salon, The Guild, ICD Brookfield Place
When: Every Sunday, 8am to 11.45am
Cost: 50% off all à la carte food items for residents (beverages excluded)
Contact: @theguilddubai
Sirene Beach by GAIA
If lobster is your thing, Sirene Beach by GAIA is marking Lobster Day with its signature Lobster Linguine. The dish pairs perfectly cooked linguine with a cherry tomato sauce, olives, basil and generous chunks of lobster, bringing together the restaurant’s Mediterranean approach to seafood-focused dining. While you’re there, it’s worth taking a look at Sirene’s Fish Market, where you can choose from a daily selection of seafood and have it prepared to their liking.
Where: Sirene Beach by GAIA, J1 Beach
When: Daily, 12.30pm to 12am
Cost: Dhs450
Contact: @sirene_dxb
Ladurée
If your usual breakfast could do with an upgrade, Ladurée has introduced a limited-time Parisian Breakfast across its UAE locations. Available Monday to Thursday until noon, the offer includes a coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice, a buttery croissant and a choice of signature breakfast dish for Dhs65. Options include Omelette Ladurée, Eggs Benedict, Labneh Tartine and Avocado & Asparagus Tartine with poached eggs, making it an easy choice for a leisurely morning, business breakfast or midweek catch-up.
Where: Ladurée UAE locations
When: Monday to Thursday, until noon
Cost: Dhs65 per person
Contact: @ladureearabia
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