Check out our list of the best places for Iftar celebrations in Dubai
Get ready to dive into the vibrant and joyous world of Ramadan celebrations in Dubai! This magical time of the year transforms the city into a dazzling spectacle of lights, laughter, and cultural richness.
From the bustling markets to the breathtakingly adorned mosques, Dubai comes alive with the spirit of Ramadan.
Let’s explore the enchanting traditions, mouth-watering iftar feasts, and the warmth of community gatherings that make this month truly special in the heart of the UAE.
Join the Yalla Team on a journey through the glittering nights and the delectable delights that define Ramadan in Dubai!
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DUBAI
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Hosted out in Gastro Kitchen’s green and luscious garden area, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the timeless traditions of the Holy Month whilst relishing in the pleasantly cool spring weather and admiring the spectacular 360-degree views of Ain Dubai and the sparkling Arabian Gulf.
Elegant decorations and regal palm trees, the memorable experience spans an extraordinarily vast array of expertly crafted traditional Arabic Ramadan favorites and creative international delicacies.
Taking diners on a journey through the finest spices, recipes and aromas of Arabia, the appetizer selection spans nourishing lentil soup, freshly baked breads, and a plethora of different colorful hot and cold mezze recipes.
The interactive hummus bar is another clear highlight. One of the most special and unmissable parts of the entire experience, food connoisseurs are invited to order freshly made creamy hummus in ten incredible and unique flavours.
Every tantalising course can be further enhanced with a choice of traditional Ramadan juices, tea and coffee, while the tranquil ambiance is elevated by the sounds of the lapping waves, amazing vistas and the fresh sea breeze.
Price: AED 219 per person, including juices, tea and coffee. For bookings, call 055 166 8092 or email [email protected].
HYDE HOTEL DUBAI
Cleo
This Ramadan, Cleo embraces tradition and welcomes guests to a homely place to sit back, relax and enjoy a fantastic Middle Eastern feast, from sunset to sunrise with delightful Iftar and Suhoor buffets. Nestled at Hyde Hotel Dubai, guests can observe the Holy Month with exquisite culinary creations with a serene ambience.
Guests at Cleo can indulge in a marvellous rotation of menus during Ramadan and enjoy sumptuous buffets showcasing rich, traditional and flavourful dishes. Diners can break their fast with fresh Iftar juices and dates, before exploring a selection of mezze, soups and salads, followed by a full array of Middle Eastern favourites.
Price: Ramadan Iftar Buffet, AED 175 per person, including an all-inclusive buffet-style meal. For bookings, please email Cleo at [email protected] or call 04 871 1111
LPM RESTAURANT & BAR DUBAI
The home of French Mediterranean cuisine, LPM Restaurant & Bar Dubai welcomes guests to enjoy a special Iftar menu during the holy month of Ramadan. LPM’s Iftar menu boasts a wide range of Mediterranean flavours and features dishes that are perfect for breaking the fast with family and friends.
Starting from the first day of Ramadan, LPM’s Iftar menu will be available every day from 6 pm to 8.30pm. Guests can enjoy a delectable four-course meal, which includes soup, dates, a selection of four starters to share, one main course, one dessert, and additional side dishes.
Complementing the Iftar Menu are the offerings of LPM’s mocktail menu, featuring the well-known Limonade Noire—Rosemary-Infused Honey with Verjuice and activated Charcoal stirred with Sparkling Water.
This option is perfect for those who wish to enjoy a citrusy refreshment during dinner. For those seeking a fruity alternative, the Berry Breeze is an excellent choice. This mocktail combines berries shaken with Mint, Lemon Juice, Vanilla, and Passionfruit, adding to the delightful refreshment during the Iftar menu.
For bookings, call 04 439 0505 or visit lpmrestaurants.com
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JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE, DUBAI
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Village Bistro
Embrace the spirit of togetherness at the enchanting Village Bistro, nestled within The First Collection in JVC. Gather your loved ones for a truly delightful Iftar buffet experience that promises to indulge your senses and elevate your evening.
The culinary journey is complemented by the soulful melodies of an Oud player, creating a harmonious backdrop for your Iftar gathering. At Village Bistro, relish not just the exquisite flavours but also the joy of shared moments in a setting that exudes charm and hospitality. Make your Iftar a memorable affair, surrounded by the embrace of loved ones and the inviting atmosphere of this hidden gem in JVC.
Price: Iftar buffet for AED 160. For bookings, call 04 275 6621 or email [email protected]
BALQIS RESIDENCE, PALM JUMEIRAH
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ÉNAS
Indulge in the enchanting flavours of the Mediterranean at Énas, Palm Jumeirah, where a captivating three-course Iftar awaits. Immerse yourself in the richness of authentic cuisine while surrounded by the breathtaking ambiance of Palm Jumeirah. Énas promises a delightful evening filled with culinary delights that transport you to the heart of the Mediterranean, creating a memorable and charming Iftar experience.
Price: AED 295 per person. For bookings, call 04 540 3600 or email [email protected]
MILLENNIUM PLACE MARINA, DUBAI MARINA
MasterChef, the TV Experience
Savour an exceptional Iftar at MasterChef, the TV Experience, a culinary haven inspired by the iconic television show. Immerse yourself in a unique dining concept that brings the magic of MasterChef to life. Indulge in a carefully crafted Iftar menu that reflects the culinary expertise of the show, promising a memorable dining experience unlike any other.
Price: AED 150. For bookings, call 04 550 8111 or email [email protected]
WALDORF ASTORIA DIFC
The Holy month of Ramadan is all about spending time with loved ones, and as with every year, Waldorf Astoria DIFC is honouring the occasion with a host of curated experiences and gifts to be cherished throughout March until April.
Iftar at Bull & Bear
From sunset to 8.30pm
Enjoy a specially curated Iftar at the award-winning Bull & Bear, which for the Holy Month has added an Arabic-inspired twist to the celebrated everyday menu. Diners can look forward to an à la carte Iftar including classics such as Josper grilled flat bread with dips, red lentil soup and Bull & Bear’s take on an Iftar mixed grill.
In addition to the classic dishes, guests can also choose from mouthwatering options such as lamb melanzane, homemade Mediterranean oriental rice and some sweet delicacies such as cheese kunafa, Arabian dates sticky toffee pudding, and carrot sliced baklava.
Price: AED 245. For bookings, call 04 515 9888 or email [email protected]
GRAND MILLENNIUM BUSINESS BAY
Grand Millennium Business Bay invites guests to immerse themselves in the spirit of Ramadan with a host of exciting experiences and delectable offerings. From exclusive discounts on Ramadan stays to family-style Iftar and Suhoor options, there’s something for everyone to cherish during the upcoming Holy Month.
Indulge in an unparalleled Iftar experience at Beau Rivage Bistro, where traditional Arabic cuisine meets breath-taking views of the Dubai Water Canal. Picture this: the soothing melodies of an oud player, captivating views, and a feast fit for royalty—all brought directly to your table.
Price: AED 180 per person including soft drinks. For bookings, call 056 682 9268 or email [email protected]
QUEEN ELIZABETH 2 HOTEL, DUBAI
Lido Restaurant
6.30pm to 9.30pm
Embark on an extraordinary gastronomic journey this Ramadan with the lavish Iftar Al Malika at the Lido Restaurant. The sumptuous Ramadan Iftar buffet in Dubai features an array of food stations offering a variety of traditional delicacies that showcase the best of Middle Eastern cuisine as well as international favourites. Highlights include lamb ouzi with oriental rice, an assortment of specialty dishes, succulent grills, wide selection of mezzes, and exquisite desserts.
Price: AED 159 per person. AED 90 per child aged six to 11 years old. Children below the age of six years dine with compliments.
For bookings, call 04 526 8040 or email [email protected]
ANANTARA DOWNTOWN DUBAI
Punjab Grill
7pm to 11pm
Celebrate Ramadan at Punjab Grill in Anantara Downtown Dubai and Ritz Carlton Grand Canal, Abu Dhabi with two enticing Iftar menus, available throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Embark on a culinary journey with the AED 150 Iftar Menu, from 7pm to 8pm, that offers a lighter four course meal featuring an amushe boushe, an appetizer, a selection of three mains, rice, breads and a dessert. Menu highlights include Dal ka Shorba, Pudina Soya Chaap, Classic Chicken Tikka, Malai Kofta, Butter Chicken, and Umm Ali.
For those seeking an elaborate affair, Ramadan Special Menu will be served from 8pm to 11pm at AED 250. Immerse yourself in a lavish 5-course experience featuring Liwa Dates Sambusek, Toasted Nuts, Veg Pakora on the Table, Bohra Lamb Khurdi Shorba, a tantalising Kebab Platter, a wide selection of four mains, aromatic Biryani, assorted breads, and irresistible desserts.
Price: AED 150 for lighter iftar menu and AED 250 for a lavish sharing iftar menu. For bookings, call 050 194 1107
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Iftar Buffet at The Restaurant
Indulge in the epitome of culinary excellence this Ramadan with The Restaurant’s delectable iftar experience. With its charming ambience, breathtaking Burj Khalifa views, and stunning interiors, The Restaurant is the perfect place to savour every moment throughout the Holy Month.
Featuring specially curated menus that change every day, all your cravings will be satisfied as the talented chefs serve up everything from Ramadan classics to international culinary delights. Diners can look forward to tantalising their taste buds with an array of exquisite dishes, ranging from mouth watering appetisers to scrumptious main courses.
Price: AED 315; Kids aged six to 12 years receive a 50 per cent discount. For booking, call 04 436 8888 or email [email protected]
ADDRESS GRAND CREEK HARBOUR
Luma Pool Lounge
Sunset until 9pm
The laid-back yet elegant ambience of Luma Pool Lounge and the breathtaking creek views form the perfect setting to conclude your long fasting day with a sumptuous iftar. Enjoy a tantalising selection of buffet-style dishes laden with traditional Middle Eastern culinary fare featuring three menus that change daily alongside some flavourful hubbly bubbly with a variety of flavours on offer to enjoy. Adding a touch of enchantment to your evening, an oud player will perform soulful melodies every day, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, bringing people together in the spirit of Ramadan.
Price: AED 275 per person; live oud player; hubbly bubbly also available at an additional charge; Complementary for kids between 0 to five years; 50 per cent discount for kids between six to 11 years. For bookings, call 04 275 8888 or email [email protected]
THE H DUBAI
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Throughout the Holy Month, the hotel will undergo a transformation as it becomes adorned in traditional Ramadan décor, hosts captivating iftars and a local bazaar in an Arabian souk setting, and offers a plethora of experiences for the whole family to enjoy.
Building on its commitment to giving back, The H Dubai will also organise various activities to promote inclusivity and autism awareness. During Ramadan, the hotel will run a craft workshop at the Dubai Autism Center (DAC), host a unique fundraising campaign for DAC, and offer engaging iftar feasts for children on the spectrum and their families.
Eat & Meat
Throughout Ramadan, Eat & Meat will extend into the magnificent lobby of The H Dubai, offering an iftar feast for the senses featuring colourful drapes, whimsical lanterns, and soulful oud music in an Arabian Souk setting. Guests can savour an array of Mediterranean and International flavours from Eat & Meat’s talented chefs, offering everything from light appetisers and main dishes to live stations, moreish desserts and more.
Promising to cater to the whole family, children under 12 years old can dine for free as a treat from the hotel. To set the scene, eye-catching live Tanoura performances will take place, where traditional dancers will showcase their talents amidst rhythmic music.
Price: For table bookings of less than 10 people: Early Bird Offer – AED 139 per adult for bookings before 1 March; AED 159 per adult during the first 14 days; AED 179 per adult from 1h day until the end of Ramadan. Kids aged 12 years and below dine for free.
For table bookings of 10 people and above: Early Bird Offer – AED 129 per adult for bookings before t March; AED 149 per adult during the first 14 days; AED 159 per adult from 1h March until the end of Ramadan. Kids aged 12 years and below dine for free.
For bookings, call 04 501 8644, or email [email protected]
KEMPINSKI CENTRAL AVENUE HOTEL
Zenon
Sunset to 9pm
Zenon’s curated Iftar menu brings together the rich flavours of Mediterranean cuisine infused with Asian elements. Zenon’s culinary team, led by the talented Executive Chef Lorenzo Buccarini has crafted an exclusive Iftar menu that promises to be a feast for the senses.
Diners will start their meal with nutrient rich dates and olives. The hand curated menu unfolds with an option of traditional lentil or tofu soup, which is then followed by a selection of Mezze that includes Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, and Tzatziki, or a selection of Tomato Salad with Stracciatella, pine nuts and basil.
For their main course, diners will have a choice of Kibbeh-Bulgur and mince beef kofte, burnt eggplant in a soy miso glaze with feta mousse confit tomato, Poached Sea Bass fillet with tomato, olive, and caper sauce, or a Begendi – served with milk feed lamb stew and potatoes. Diners will then be treated to a selection of pastries for dessert including, Baklava, Kunefe, and Kadaifi.
Price: AED 295. For bookings, call 04 837 7222
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Amelia
7pm to 3am
Amelia Restaurant is extending a warm invitation to guests seeking to break their fasts during Ramadan with a specially curated set menu, promising a memorable dining experience.
The AED 295 Per Person set menu offers diners a mix of shared Ensaladas and Aperitivos for the table, as well as crowd favourites for the mains such as; Corn Fed Baby Chicken, Machu Picchu Grain-fed Australian Wagyu, Miso Black Cod sprinkled with almonds flakes, or Australian Lamb Chops with Teppanyaki vegetables.
Pirce: AED 295. For bookings, call 04 328 2805 or [email protected]
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
THE MAJLIS
From 15 March, sunset to 8.30pm
With Ramadan only two weeks away, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) will once again open its doors to its grand Majlis where guests will be able to experience its much-loved iftar and suhoor during the Holy Month.
Each evening, The Majlis serves a selection of seasonal favourites, international flavours, and delectable dishes prepared at live cooking stations. Must-try menus include Middle Eastern classics and signature Emirati dishes, such as the show-stopping ouzi centrepiece, thareed (lamb stew) and sweet delicacy of luqaimat (date syrup-drizzled doughnuts). As well as sumptuous savouries, there’s a chance for guests to enjoy a variety of Ramadan sweets and desserts, including The Majlis’ famous date pudding.
Daily from sunset to 8.30pm. Price: Iftar is priced at AED 215 for adults; AED 95 for children. For bookings, visit majlis.ae
SALMONTINI LE RESTO
This Ramadan, Salmontini Le Resto celebrates the Holy Month with a generous Iftar, true to the restaurant’s long-standing celebration of togetherness.
Guests will break the fast with welcome dates and water before a classic soup of either lentils or asparagus. Iftar will continue with the Salmontini Ramadan Platter of garden vegetables, smoked salmon, California crispy maki and tzatziki, a palette of the “Maison’s” many colors.
A choice of main courses will then follow, with the Salmontini mixed grill or the lamb shank with saffron risotto before having to make the most important decision of all: dessert, Oh! Oui! from the signature Pistachio Semifreddo, Nutella Cheesecake or Apple Tarte à la mode.
Daily from sunset until 9pm. AED179 per guest. For bookings, call 04 341 0222 or email: [email protected]
MARRIOTT HARBOUR HOTEL & SUITES
Counter Culture Café
Dubai’s popular neighborhood venue, Counter Culture Café, nestled inside the Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites, is preparing to embrace Ramadan, inviting guests to come together and experience warm hospitality with an authentic Iftar feast for all!
Delve into a vibrant Iftar buffet, featuring traditional and international delicacies. From Soups, Hot and Cold Mezze, Antipasti, Dim Sums, Pasta and Ouzi Stations, Succulent Kebabs from the grill, Shawarmas, to an assortment of decadent desserts accompanied by dates, nuts, and refreshing Ramadan juices.
Daily from sunset to 9pm. Price: 175 per person including soft beverages and Arabic juices. For bookings, call 04 319 4000 or email [email protected]
WAGAMAMA
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Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Wagamama is serving a specially curated selected menu featuring the best of its renowned Pan-Asian dishes. Diners can tuck into a wide array of tasty bites at any of its branches, with a range of mouthwatering sides, heartwarming soups, delightful main courses, tempting desserts, and much more. For couples, families, and friends coming to enjoy a shared feast, double up with two miso soups, two main dishes, two sides, two drinks, and two desserts for just AED 179 per couple.
Available throughout Ramadan. Prices AED 99 for a meal for one inclusive of a miso soup, one main course, one side, one drink, and one dessert, AED 179 for a meal for two inclusive of miso soups, two main dishes, two sides, two drinks, and two desserts. For reservations, call 02 679 7466.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL JUMEIRA, DUBAI
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai has announced the return of The Majlis by Mandarin Oriental, a bespoke space that brings guests together for iftar and suhoor whilst paying homage to the incredibly rich heritage of the UAE.
This year, the beloved beachside resort collaborates with award-winning Emirati poet, Dr. Afra Atiq. Afra is a guardian of her culture and a voice of strength weaving narratives on the rich traditions of the UAE. Her bespoke verses, exclusively crafted for Mandarin Oriental, reflect the values, stories, and experiences shared by families and friends during the Holy Month.
Titled ‘Through Her Words’, this poetical journey will be brought to life through contemporary art installations that will grace The Majlis throughout Ramadan. Guests can indulge in exquisite creations while enjoying poetry readings and admiring refined calligraphy touches, making the experience a unique blend of art, cuisine, and culture.
As the sun sets, guests can enjoy the very best of Middle Eastern cuisine with signature creations from Netsu by Ross Shonhan and Michelin-starred Tasca by José Avillez for both iftar and suhoor. The elegant ambience will be enriched by live Arabic music of traditional oud and tablah. Guests can celebrate Ramadan surrounded by family and friends, either indoor or by the sea, on the beachside terrace.
Available from sunset and 9 pm. AED 395 per person; AED 198 for children between four to 11. Complimentary for children below three. For bookings, call 04 777 2223 or email [email protected]
GLOBAL VILLAGE
Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, is ready to welcome guests with wonder-full experiences this Ramadan, daily from 6pm until 2am.
Guests will be able to enjoy amazing Iftar and Suhoor offerings with a multitude of options across a variety of cuisines, making Global Village the ideal destination for the whole family this Ramadan.
Guests at Global Village are also welcome to shop all their seasonal needs at the brand-new Ramadan Wonders Souk, filled with offerings of all types of unique trinkets from around the world. The souk, situated at the heart of the park, will be themed after a traditional Emirati market and will provide guests with Ramadan samples what the pavilions have to offer.
For bookings, visit globalvillage.ae
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DUBAI-BUSINESS BAY
Looking for something different and delicious? Opt for a Malaysian styled Iftar at My Square, with the continued focus on reducing food waste.
Featuring a rich buffet of taste sensations curated by Chef Rene Johari and his team, enjoy the likes of warming Oxtail Soup, refreshing salads including Kerabu Mangga and Rojak Pasembur, mains including succulent Beef Rendang and so much more! Explore amazing live stations serving up Murtabak and Chicken Satay Shawerma, or opt for freshly prepared Ayam Percik. With a dessert range featuring the likes of ABC, in-house made creamy Pandan ice cream and more, this is truly an Iftar for the ages.
Price AED 179 per person, inclusive of juices, soft and Ramadan drinks. For reservations, call 055 314 7523
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