Dhs150 and under
Amalfi
Watch the sun set then soak up the atmosphere at Amalfi restaurant’s daily iftar buffet. Group menus are available on request, however the individual deal includes unlimited food and beverages from the à la carte menu.
Dhs35 per person on weekdays and Dhs50 per person on weekends including welcome beverages and selected starters, or pay Dhs175 for unlimited food and beverages. Sunset-3am. Le Royal Méridien, Khalifa bin Zayed Street (800 101 101).
Atayeb
Indulge in a sensational iftar buffet featuring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in the relaxing atmosphere of Atayeb restaurant. Enjoy the suhoor’s signature dishes as well as hot and cold mezze, soups, fish and meat courses, and a traditional Arabic carvery.
Dhs150. Sunset-10pm. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 0600).
Burger Hood
Opt for a relaxed iftar this Ramadan and head on down to Burger Hood. You can expect fantastic value for money at this cheap and cheerful iftar with their special meal deal including three dates, a burger, fries, coleslaw, a date shake and a date cake.
Dhs60. From sunset. Al Muroor Road (02 449 9990).
Café Arabia
Soak up the atmosphere at Café Arabia and enjoy the vast iftar buffet which includes iced drinks, mint lemonade, mezze, salads, stews, hot pots and more.
Dhs90. Sunset-12.30am. Al Mushrif (02 643 9699).
Gems Restaurant
Break your fast with a selection of traditional Arabic and international cuisine at the Cristal Hotel’s iftar buffet. Enjoy unlimited access to the buffet and as many Ramadan juices as you can manage.
Dhs125 including unlimited drinks. If you go with a partner enjoy 50 percent off, and for groups of eight or above the cost is reduced to Dhs99 per person. Sunset-10pm. Cristal Hotel, off Sheikh Zayed 2nd Street (02 652 0000).
Grand Millennium Al Wahda
Enjoy breaking your fast by celebrating in the Grand Millennium Al Wahda’s festive Ramadan tent. Enjoy unlimited access to their lavish iftar buffet which includes traditional sweets and Arabic juices.
Dhs139 per person, also offering a 30 percent discount in their Al Wahda All Day Dining restaurant. Sunset-10.30pm. Hazza Bin Zayed Street (02 443 9999).
Ikea
Even Ikea is getting into the swing of things this Ramadan with one of the most inexpensive iftars the city has to offer. Dates, coffee and traditional beverages will be offered in the Ramadan tent to customers breaking their fast, and a donation box in association with Red Crescent will be present to encourage the practice of sharing.
Dhs20. From sunset.Yas Island (800 4532).
Kababs & Kurries
Savour an authentic Indian iftar buffet at Kebabs & Kurries, with the unbelievably low prices and amazing food sure to leave a smile on your face.
Dhs69 for adults and Dhs32 for kids under 12 (kids under six eat for free). From sunset. The Souk Central Market, Al Markaziyah (02 628 2522).
Kwality
Enjoy an appetizing iftar buffet at this traditional Indian eatery on Salaam Street. Kwality is offering an extensive list of food and drinks during Ramadan, including soups, vegetable and meat entrees and mains, along with a variety of breads and biryani, plus desserts.
Dhs59. From sunset. Al Markaziyah (02 672 7337).
Le Méridien
You’ll be spoilt for choice at Le Méridien this summer, with an iftar indoors at La Brasserie or outside in the tent beside the pool. This cheap and cheerful venue offers a delectable buffet to be washed down with Ramadan juices and soft drinks.
Dhs99. From sunset. Tourist Club Area (02 644 6666).
Mafraq Hotel
Enjoy a sumptuous iftar buffet with friends and family including delicious Arabic mezze, soups and oriental desserts.
Dhs119. Kids under six eat for free, kids aged six-12 get 50 percent off. Sunset-8.30pm. The hotel also has a takeaway option for iftar. Sir Bani Yas Island (02 659 6666).
Royal Orchid
Mix it up this Ramadan by attending an iftar at the Royal Orchid. You can tuck into the authentic Asian buffet on any night during Ramadan which features flavoursome Thai, Chinese and Mongolian cuisine.
Dhs65 for adults, Dhs32 for kids under 12. Kids under six eat for free. From sunset. Off Salaam Street (02 677 9911).
The One
Celebrate the Holy Month and shop for stylish furniture at the same time by attending an iftar at The One in Khalidiyah this Ramadan. This little furniture store is serving up an impressive spread of both Arabic and International dishes with salads, mains and sweets all on the menu. The buffet options change on a daily basis, however the choices are always numerous and very appealing. Book ahead to secure a place.
Dhs115 per adult or Dhs57 for children under 12. Sunset-9pm. Next to BMW Showroom, Al Khalidiyah (02 681 6500).
Urban Kitchen
Take the family to Urban Kitchen this Ramadan to enjoy an iftar buffet featuring a lavish spread of international and Arabic cuisines, complemented by live cooking stations and traditional Ramadan juices.
Dhs140 including soft drinks or Dhs70 for children six-12 years old, kids under six years old eat for free. Sunset-10.30pm. Muroor Road, Al Ittihad (02 698 8116).
Dhs200 and under
Choices
Enjoy a sumptuous buffet with family and friends this Ramadan at Centro Yas Island’s spectacular iftar celebration. Make your way to Choices restaurant for an impressive range of international cuisine.
Dhs165 including water. Sunset-9pm. Yas Island (02 656 4444).
CuiScene
Enjoy an appetizing buffet at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr’s spectacular iftar celebration. Choose from a vast array of traditional Arabic cuisine and enjoy the company of family and friends.
Dhs185, buy ten iftars get one free. Sunset-9pm. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Bain Al Jessrain (02 654 3333).
Essence
Celebrate the Holy Month with an iftar buffet inspired by traditional Arabian-style. It promises to be a pretty lavish affair that will embody the spirit of Ramadan.
Dhs190. From sunset. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Tourist Club Area (02 697 9011).
Flavours
Daily iftar buffet great for groups of friends, family or colleagues wanting to indulge in a wide selection of Arabic and international dishes. Reservations for groups are available at a discounted rate and need to be made in advance.
Dhs180, children aged six-12 get a 50 percent discount, kids under five eat free. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Al Markaziyah (02 677 3333).
Giornotte Restaurant
Experience the decadence on offer at the Ritz-Carlton this Ramadan, with the option of an indoor or covered outdoor seating iftar. The buffet will offer an array of Arabic favourites including cold mezze, soups and salads. The café Dolce will be transformed into a dessert and shisha retreat that will be open late into the night.
Dhs195. Dhs145 for children aged ten-16, Dhs50 for children aged four-ten, children under four eat for free. Sunset-9pm. Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta’a (02 818 8282).
Oléa
The iftar buffet will feature a wide selection of courses, including fresh mezze and grilled seafood and meat as well as Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and a relaxing setting for guests breaking their fast.
Dhs185. From sunset. St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island (02 498 8008).
Rosewater
Take the family for a fantastic iftar buffet at Rosewater this Ramadan. Dine on a vast range of grills, freshly prepared seafood and refreshing Ramadan beverages while soaking up the atmosphere.
Dhs185. From sunset. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Corniche Road West (02 811 5555).
Sambusek
Attend an iftar with family and friends at Abu Dhabi’s newest Arabic venue. Take in the spectacular waterfront views at Sambusek restaurant while enjoying the delicious buffet comprising of traditional Arabic and regional delicacies.
Dhs195 per person. Sunset-10pm. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Sowwah Square, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5591).
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
A feast for the senses awaits you at the Sofitel on the Corniche this Ramadan. Choose from a delicious selection of French and Arabic cuisine at the extensive iftar buffet, and enjoy the music of a traditional oud player at the Layali El Corniche tent after 9pm.
Dhs155. Sunset-10pm. Corniche Road East (02 813 7777).
The Café
A buffet featuring Arabic mezze, international comfort food and desserts will be served for two hours from sunset. Until 10pm you can order from the restaurant’s à la carte menu.
Dhs170 including soft drinks, children aged six-12 Dhs85. From sunset. Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Saadiyat Island (02 407 1234).
Westin Abu Dhabi
Celebrate the Holy Month by enjoying the spectacular buffet at Fairways, or perhaps by heading down to Agadir, The Westin’s Moroccan restaurant. There you can enjoy a family style iftar menu consisting of delectable Arabic cuisine.
Fairways buffet Dhs185, Agadir iftar Dhs185. Sunset-8.30pm. Sas Al Nakhl (02 616 9999).
Dhs200+
Emirates Palace
You can expect an impressive iftar at Emirates Palace, with the hotel boasting the biggest pavilion in the UAE this Ramadan. There will be cosy enclaves, four private majlises and a large open dining area as well as a separate lounge area. The pavilion will be open all day as a quiet space, however as soon as the sun sets you can expect a sumptuous iftar featuring spectacular dishes from executive chef Sandro Gamba himself.
Dhs249. Sunset-9pm. Ras Al Akhdar (02 690 7999).
Hakkasan
Shake it up this Ramadan with Hakkasan’s twist on iftar, featuring a set meal designed to be shared by two. The menu consists of an exquisite range of Cantonese dishes with a Middle Eastern twist. Choose from a trio of starters before moving on to a main and delicious dessert.
Dhs248. Sunset-8.30pm. Emirates Palace, Ras Al Akhdar (02 690 7777).
Sofra Bld
Observe the masters at work this Ramadan by watching the chefs at Sofra Bld whip up a scrumptious iftar feast at live cooking stations. Enjoy the delicious buffet featuring a spread of Middle Eastern specialties and soak up the atmosphere.
Dhs230. Sunset-11pm. Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain (02 509 8888).
