Lost in the veritable maze of iftar options around town? Check out our essential guide to eating out after sunset. We have got something to cater to every taste and budget.
Al Nafoorah, Jumeirah Emirates Towers
A lavish buffet of Lebanese delicacies and iftar beverages awaits you at this award-winning restaurant. The Al Nafoorah terrace is also a fabulous al fresco setting where you could enjoy the pleasures of shisha.
- How much: Dh190
- Contact: 04-319 8088
Azur-All-Day Dining Restaurant, Raffles Hotel
Take your pick from a vast array of authentic Arabic dishes, sea food, four salad bars and vegetarian dishes while you enjoy the spectacular views of the tropical Raffles Botanical Garden. End your meal on a sweet note with pastries, sweets and puddings.
- How much: Dh200 for special iftar buffet and Dh225 for regular dinner buffet excluding drinks
- Contact: 04-314 9888
Pyramids, Wafi
Savour authentic Iranian dishes at Pyramids. Kebabs, stews, salads, desserts, you name it and it's on their menu.
- How much: Dh150
- Contact: 04-324 4100
Mizaan, the monarch
Check out classic and contemporary Arabic dishes and sweets at the hotel's all day dining restaurant Mizaan or dine under the stars at the hotel's Quantum Pool Lounge where you can take your pick from an a la carte menu and round up the meal with shisha.
- How much: Dh165
- Contact: 04-501 8888
Traiteur Balcony, Park Hyatt
This is one of the best options if you are looking for a tranquil setting where you can unwind with your friends or family. The menu at Traiteur Balcony includes cold mezzeh, mixed grills, seasonal fruits and an assortment of soft drinks.
- How much: Two set menus, Dh180 and Dh200
- Contact: 04-317 2222
DU Majlis, Madinat Jumeirah
A traditional Arabic tent, the Du Majlis serves sumptuous Arabic dishes. Iftar offerings at Al Muna, Arboretum and Khaymal Al Bahar on Fridays are also worth trying.
- How much: Dh195
- Contact: 04-366 6730
Boulvar, Radisson SAS Hotel
Hot and cold mezzeh followed by a choice of the main courses, makes for a memorable iftar experience at Boulvar.
- How much: Dh125
- Contact: 04-205 7333
The Atrium, Grand Millennium
A vast spread of Oriental specialities tantalise your tastebuds at The Atrium. Their other specialities include oriental sweets and a mixed grill.
- How much: Dh125
- Contact: 04-429 9999
Zaika, Al Murooj Rotana
Discover the flavours of India with traditional dishes from the country's citadels of food – Delhi, Hyderabad and Lucknow
- How much: Dh149
- Contact: 04-4321 1111
Vista Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, Express by Holiday Inn
Relish hot and cold mezzeh from a la carte menus complemented by fresh juices, dates and soups while you enjoy the spectacular views of the Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab
- How much: Dh95 average
- Contact: 04-427 5500
La cite, City Centre Hotel
Take your pick from a lavish buffet spread which boasts the best lamb ouzi and kofta bel saniya in town. They also have a live shawarma station.
- How much: Dh120
- Contact: 04-603 8080
Views, Al Aqah Beach Resort, Le Meridien, Fujairah
The East Coast's premier resort will be hosting its traditional Ramadan iftar at Views restaurant, where guests can enjoy a delectable buffet, featuring a vast selection of international and Arabic cuisines.
- How much: Dh95
- Contact: 04-310 4307
Layali Tent, Movenpick
Enjoy an Arabian feast that will delight your senses with live cooking stations and cuisine from Syria, Lebanon, Tunisia and Kuwait. Oud players make the ambience complete.
- How much: Dh99
- Contact: 04-310 4307
Ikea, Festival City
Ikea has come up with a special iftar menu at their in-store restaurant at Festival City. Each day the restaurant will offer a different menu comprising soup, vegetables, a special dish of the day as well as one popular Arabic dish such as samak hara, chicken mulokhia, kofta bil saniya, fish syadia and kharouf mahshi.
- How much: Dh19 per serving
- Contact: 800 4532
Al Ibrahimi, Karama
Arguably one of the oldest Pakistani restaurants in the UAE, Al Ibrahimi is immensely popular among Indians and Pakistanis because of its affordable iftar/dinner buffet. Besides all time favourites nihari, paya, biryani and fried fish their spread also includes several vegetarian dishes from the subcontinent. The iftar buffet at the restaurant's Abu Dhabi branch is for Dh40 only.
- How much: Dh47
- Contact: 04-397 7070
