Enjoy Middle Eastern flavours, comforting classic dishes, and refreshing mocktails
Dubai: Experience unforgettable Iftar gatherings this Ramadan with our curated selection of dining spots in Dubai. From neighbourhood cafés to upscale eateries, each venue is designed to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere for breaking your fast. Indulge in a variety of culinary delights, featuring traditional Middle Eastern flavours alongside unique international inspirations. Whether you’re craving comforting classics, beautifully crafted sharing platters, or refreshing mocktails, there’s something for everyone on this delightful journey. Discover the perfect setting for family and friends to come together and create cherished memories during this month. Join us as we explore these exceptional dining experiences that celebrate the spirit of Ramadan.
Experience a memorable Ramadan Iftar at Amaya Restaurant in Dubai Mall, where tradition meets exceptional flavours in an elegant and heartfelt gathering for you and your loved ones. The curated Ramadan Set Menu features a feast of authentic dishes, beginning with warm, freshly baked breads paired with vibrant mezze and refreshing salads, followed by soup, golden pastries, and savoury bites. Indulge in succulent slow-cooked lamb, flame-grilled kebabs, fresh seafood, and fragrant rice dishes, each bursting with rich flavours, and finish your meal with silky Umm Ali or crisp, golden Luqaimat drizzled in date syrup. Designed to embody the true spirit of Ramadan, Amaya offers a welcoming and refined atmosphere enhanced by a live Qanun performance every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the month, creating a backdrop of warmth, togetherness, and tradition. Enjoy your Iftar your way, whether you prefer a family-friendly, non-smoking indoor space or a relaxed terrace setting with shisha, all while taking in breathtaking views of the Burj Khalifa and the mesmerizing Dubai Fountain show. Experience an exclusive Ramadan indulgence at Amaya Restaurant, located on the Waterfalls Side, First Floor of Dubai Mall. This offering is available throughout Ramadan starting at 6:30 PM for 259 AED per person.
Vida Hotels and Resorts offers the best Iftars this Ramadan, running from February 28th to March 30th. At Origins, Vida Creek Beach, indulge in a mouth-watering Iftar buffet for AED 220 per person from sunset until 8:30 pm, all while enjoying breathtaking views of Dubai Creek Harbour. Visit Origins, Vida Dubai Mall to savor a delightful family-style sharing menu prepared by the Arabic chef, with an Early Bird price of AED 185 per person and regular price of AED 195 per person, available from sunset until 9:00 pm. At Origins, Vida Emirates Hills, experience a rotating three-course menu with an Early Bird offer of AED 155 per person and regular price of AED 165 per person, served from sunset to 9:00 pm. Lastly, at Origins, Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club, enjoy an unforgettable Iftar by the waterfront for an Early Bird price of AED 165 per person and AED 175 per person for the remaining month, also from sunset until 9:00 pm. Each venue promises a unique and memorable dining experience, perfect for gathering with family and friends this Ramadan.
Break your fast at The Big Chill Café, located in Dubai Hills Mall. This neighbourhood eatery features a cosy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a beloved spot. Enjoy a range of comforting classics, trattoria-style dishes, and delicious sweet treats for a memorable iftar experience.Savour a delightful two-course meal for AED 95 or treat yourself to three courses for AED 120, with the option to upgrade to premium grills for an additional AED 20. From hearty pasta and flavorful mezze to a rich Date and Marmalade Cake, there’s something to please every palate.
This Ramadan, Fi’lia at SLS Dubai invites guests to break their fast with a specially curated menu that beautifully blends Italian warmth with cherished traditions, crafted by Chef Célia Stoecklin. The exclusive offering pays homage to the art of sharing, featuring an exquisite selection of dishes inspired by both Italian and Middle Eastern flavors. The thoughtfully curated sharing-style menu begins with antipasti such as Italian Burrata with cucumber, fresh tomatoes, parsley, apples, pomegranate, and molasses, and a Cold Mezze with stuffed dates, labneh, houmous, baba ghanouj, and yoghurt cucumber, along with a comforting Zuppa di Ceci, warm chickpea soup with crispy onions and extra virgin olive oil. Guests can then enjoy hearty “primi piatti” selections like Pizza Al Salami E Mozzarella and Spaghetti All’Arabbiata. For mains, the Pollo alla Griglia features grilled baby chicken with orzo, caramelized onions, gremolata, and green olives, adding an Italian twist to Ramadan traditions. To end on a sweet note, Fi’lia offers a reimagined Kunafa e Pistachio, with delicate phyllo dough, gooey mozzarella, and refreshing pistachio ice cream. Designed to bring people together, this Ramadan menu blends familiar flavors with Italian culinary heritage, creating an experience that is both comforting and memorable. The menu is available throughout the month of Ramadan from sunset – 6:30 PM until 8 PM at Fi’lia, 70th Floor, SLS Dubai, Business Bay, priced at AED 265 per person, including one beverage and water.
Iftar Moments at MINT will be available daily from sunset during the holy month, priced at AED 149 per person for a three-course menu with specially curated Iftar mocktails. This family-friendly restaurant and café in City Walk will serve a special Iftar menu that combines Mediterranean and Arabic flavors with the warmth of tradition, inviting guests to break their fast in comfort and style. Diners can start with premium medjool dates filled with creamy goat’s cheese and topped with crushed pistachios and honey, or opt for traditional lentil soup. Main course highlights include lamb manoushe pizza with pulled spiced lamb and a zaatar blend, or premium Wagyu beef koft served with fresh hummus, fattoush salad, tzatziki, and warm Arabic bread. The sweet finale features a signature crème brûlée tart topped with fresh raspberries and Persian rose petals. MINT offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for families, complete with activities for kids, a pizza counter for hands-on fun with dough, and a loft-style play area equipped with games, books, and coloring activities, making it an ideal spot to share special moments this Ramadan.
At Timo Restaurant, evenings unfold with the gentle call to prayer and the aromas of a bountiful Iftar buffet, where Mediterranean grace meets Arabian tradition in a vibrant selection of dishes. Guests can begin their meal with classic starters like hummus, moutabel, and fattouche, or indulge in warm lentil soup, followed by hearty mains such as lamb ouzi and king fish machbous, all complemented by fresh-baked breads. The experience is sweetened by traditional desserts like Um Ali and cheese kunafa. For those hosting at home, Timo offers a magnificent Ouzzi, perfectly prepared to serve up to 20 guests, making every gathering a seamless celebration of flavour and hospitality. This delightful experience takes place throughout Ramadan from sunset till 9pm at Timo Restaurant, located in Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel. The price is AED 220 per person, and the Ouzzi is available for takeaway at AED 1,700 for 20 guests, requiring a 24-hour advance order.
For 20 years, the Kan Zaman Open-Air Tent at Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort has been a cherished gathering place where families, friends, and loved ones come together to break their fast under the evening sky. This year, experience an Iftar that blends time-honored recipes with global inspirations, served across a lavish buffet with live cooking stations. The evening is enriched with live Arabic entertainment, creating an ambiance of serenity and celebration, while families create cherished memories and little ones enjoy a dedicated play area designed just for them. Join us throughout Ramadan, starting from sunset, at the Kan Zaman Open-Air Tent, with prices of AED 210 per person, inclusive of buffet and Ramadan juices, featuring an early bird discount of AED 159 on weekdays and AED 179 on weekends.
Indulge in a special Iftar buffet from sunset until 9:30 pm at Taj Dubai, featuring a diverse selection of traditional dishes for AED 270 per person and AED 100 for kids aged 5-12. For a more private experience, book a Majlis for up to 6 people at AED 1,600. The Ramadan festivities continue with Suhoor served from 10:00 pm until 2:00 am, offering a curated à la carte menu with a minimum spend of AED 250 per person. For group bookings, the elegant ballroom is available starting at AED 180 per person for a minimum of 50 guests, including a lavish Iftar buffet. Join us for the Ramadan Majlis at Treehouse from February 28th to March 29th, 2025, or the Opera Ballroom Iftar at Taj Dubai during the same dates, where Iftar begins at sunset and is available from AED270 per person and AED180 for the ballroom event, ensuring an unforgettable celebration of the season.
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