As Dubai Summer Surprises enters its seventh week, we’ve been treated to a dizzying amount of deals, offers and events that have made this summer one of a kind. And guess what? It’s about to get a whole lot tastier as Summer Restaurant Week kicks off on Friday August 12.
With a smorgasbord of set menus across the city, and with separate menus for both adults and kids alike, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, be it grade A Italian food or local Emirati delicacies. Bon appetit.
1. Indulge in some top-notch Balkan fare at 21 grams
Dubai’s only Balkan bistro has a stellar reputation for hearty fare in a super cool setting, and if you’ve not tried it out yet then now’s the time. Coinciding nicely with DSS, it’s celebrating Summer Restaurant Week 2022 with not one but two set menus complete with its most popular dishes – one for lunch and one for dinner. Think Wagyu kebabs, beef and quail ragu, chocolate hazelnut baklava and everything in between.
Running Friday Aug 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Meyan mall, 2nd floor, Al Thanyah street, Umm Suqeim 2. 21grams.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
2. Get your fill of Lebanese mezze at Al Nafoorah
Hummus, moutabel, Fattoush – oh my. Perhaps Dubai’s fanciest Lebanese restaurant, the swish Al Nafoorah is treating diners to tasty set menus at incredible prices this month, jam-packed with hot and cold mezze, grills, shawarmas and desserts that will have you rolling out of there. You know where to find us.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah. jumeirah.com/alnafoorah. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com
3. Head to AMG Kaffeehaus for breakfast, lunch and dinner
A mecca for Dubai’s coffee connoisseurs, neighbourhood eatery AMG Kaffeehaus is packed to the rafters morning, noon and night. You’ll want to book a table way in advance this Summer Restaurant Week, as we predict all-mighty queues for its set menu deals which include everything from creamy avocado on toast for breakfast, fresh truffle spätzel for lunch and Frikadellen kofta for dinner. Be sure to finish off with the city’s best espresso.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Happiness Street, City Walk. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com
4. Take a culinary trip to Belgium at BBC
If you like your grub washed down with some premium hops then head to the Belgian Beer Café this month where head chef Bart – who was awarded his first Michelin star back in 2010 – is whipping up an exclusive 2-course lunch menu and 3-course dinner menu to celebrate Summer Restaurant Week and DSS. Expect all your European favourites including steak tartare and steak frites, as well as spinach and mushroom lasagna for the veggies. Be sure to save room for the cheese board.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Souk Madinat Jumeirah. belgianbeercafejumeirah.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
5. Feast like the French at Bistro des Arts
If you didn’t make it to France this summer then fret not – you can still embrace the joie de vivre at Bistro des Arts, Dubai’s favourite Parisian café. Enjoy special set menus for both breakfast and dinner – the former comprising one tasty dish washed down with juice and coffee, while the latter is three glorious courses of the likes of escargot, creamy chicken, salmon and its famous crème brûlée. La vie est belle indeed.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Marina Promenade, Dubai Marina. bistrotdesarts.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
6. Get your five-a-day at Bounty Beets
The lovely people at Bounty Beets know that eating healthy doesn’t have to mean bland, boring, taste- and fun-free, even if you’re on a calorie-conscious health kick. Both its adults and kids set menus are full of joyously-named dishes this DSS – we’re talking Don’t Kale My Vibe, Cookie Monster, The Elle Woods and many many more. Who knows, you might even get your kids to actually enjoy their five-a-day. What more could you ask for?
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Airport Road. bountybeets.com/lmd. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
7. Enjoy a fancy lunch for less at Brasserie Boulud
Whether you’re a lady who lunches, looking to entertain clients, or simply want to treat your little ones to a slap-up meal this summer, look no further than the très chic Brasserie Boulud (which was recently awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, don’t you know.) Chef Daniel Boulud’s two-course set menu is one of the fanciest this Summer Restaurant Week, comprising French-inspired dishes such as melon & jambon de boeuf, poulet à la crème and courgette farcie, with an equally delicious children’s menu and dessert.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Oud Metha. sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
8. Dine with incredible marina views at Bushra by Buddha Bar
With cold mezze starters to intricate sharing mains such as spiced chicken tawook, Scottish salmon steak and melting whole eggplant, the elegant Bushra by Buddha Bar – which also happens to be the brainchild of world-renowned chef Greg Malouf – is pulling out all the stops this DSS. Enjoy its limited edition Middle Eastern three-course set dinner menu with some of the most exquisite Marina views in the city.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina. buddhabar.com/en/restaurants/bushra. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
9. Head to Copala for some of the best tacos in the city
Mexican cuisine is alive and kicking in the UAE right now, but no-one does it quite like Copala – and there’s not a sombrero in sight. There’s a set menu for both lunch and dinner over Summer Restaurant Week, knocking out everything from melt-in-the-mouth tacos to gooey enchiladas and cheesy quesadillas. Prepare for a fiesta in your mouth.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Index Tower Mall, level R1, DIFC. copalarestaurant.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
10. Tuck into some gourmet pub grub at Dhow and Anchor
A Dubai stalwart, you can’t go wrong at Jumeirah Beach Hotel’s family-friendly gastropub – especially over DSS when, for 12 days only, all its best dishes are thrown into one tasty set lunch menu. Yep, we’re talking the mac & cheese doughnut, fish & chips, veggie pie and so much more, with two courses for just Dhs95. Bargain.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeira Road, Umm Suqeim 3. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/beach-hotel-dhow-and-anchor. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
11. Polish off a few pies at The Duck Hook
If you find yourself at Dubai Hills Golf Club between August 12 – 28, be sure to swing by The Duck Hook for a slap-up British meal at prices that won’t break the bank. Its 2-course lunch menu will set you back just Dhs95, while it’s 3 courses for Dhs150 at dinner, and we highly recommend the Fisherman’s Pie. There’s plenty for vegans, too.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Dubai Hills Golf Club, Dubai Hills. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/the-duck-hook. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
12. Scrub up on your Spanish over a feast at El Sur
Swanky Spanish joints in the city don’t come much, er, swankier than El Sur, so it’s here you’ll want to head when the tapas cravings come calling. Its 3-course summer set menu kicks things off with tortilla de patatas, croquettes and a tasty cheese board, which is followed by dazzlers such as pan seared sea bass and cornfed baby chicken for the win. And all for just Dhs150 per [person. Dinner only.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai Marina. elsurdubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
13. Prepare for curry sweats at Farzi Café
Indian food might not be synonymous with breakfast, but we highly recommend kickstarting your day at Farzi Café this DSS, which is serving up hearty staples alongside juice and a hot drink for just Dhs69 for adults. If lunch is more your thing then you’re still in luck, as you can get three delicious courses for just Dhs95 – you can’t go wrong with the tandoori wild mushrooms and double dairy dal makhni. There’s plenty for kids, too.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha. farzicafe.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
14. Embrace girl power over pasta at Fi’lia
As Dubai’s first fully-led Italian restaurant in Dubai – and the proud holder of a Michelin Bib Gourmand 2022 Award – Fi’lia holds a special place in our hearts. Pay tribute by indulging in its limited-time 2-course lunch menu which is brimming with Mediterranean favourites such as spaghetti al pomodoro, diavola pizza and tomatoey meatballs for just Dhs95. It’s a no-brainer.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business Bay. sbe.com/restaurants/filia/dubai. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
15. Discover the best of British at Geales
Way more than fry-ups and roasts, Geales nails classic British cuisine with an elegant touch. It’s all there on its limited edition 3-course dinner menu, including pan fried scallops, traditional fish & chips complete with mushy peas and tartare sauce, mushroom risotto and, of course, a creamy Eton Mess. British expats will feel right at home.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Marina. geales-dubai.com. Reserve your table at opentable.ae.
16. Chow down on Michelin-approved dishes at Goldfish
Vibrant, modern Japanese dishes are the order of the day at Goldfish – Galleria Mall’s Michelin Bib Gourmand eatery. Its 3-course set dinner menu will both placate menu-induced anxiety, keep the bank resolutely unbroken and ensure the tummy is happy all at the same time. You’ll find Scottish salmon, satsumaimo gnocchi and tender baby chicken on the menu here.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Galleria Mall, Al Wasl Rd. goldfishsushiyakitori.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
17. Spend the whole day eating at Hillhouse Brasserie
At Dhs69 for one course and drinks at breakfast, Dhs95 for two courses at lunch and Dhs150 for three courses at dinner, this chic boulangerie is excellent value at any time of the day over Summer Restaurant Week. Enjoy everything from chicken tacos and crispy duck salad to club sandwich, roasted eggplant and Oreo doughnuts. Its golf course views are pretty impressive too.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Dubai Hills Golf Club, Dubai Hills Estate. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/hillhouse-brasserie. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
18. Impress a date at Hotel Cartagena
With its colourful foliage, eye-popping murals and occasional burst of live dance performances, Hotel Cartagena is great for dazzling a date or visiting parent. The best bit? For 12 days during DSS, three courses will set you back just Dhs150. Pick a starter, main and dessert: Fugazzeta & Faina, Jamaican jerk chicken and tres leches, maybe, or perhaps salmon sashimi, Churrasco de Res and churros.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Business Bay. hotelcartagena.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
19. Save on a gourmet Indian feast at Indya by Vineet
A meal at the award-winning, Bib Gourmand Indya by Vineet is usually out of reach for all but the highest rollers, but this month things are much more affordable thanks a 2-course set lunch menu coming in at just Dhs95 and a 3-course set dinner menu at Dhs150. Little ones can eat well too with a pared-down menu of all their Indian favourites.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Marina. indya-dubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
20. Escape to Italy at Isola
Smart but low-key; cool without being pretentious and brilliant value – especially thanks to Summer Restaurant Week set menu – Isola is the neighbourhood restaurant of dreams. Mediterranean-inflected and seasonally appropriate is the drill here: your meal might start with burrata and heirloom tomatoes, move on to grilled sea bream with mashed potato, and end with a slice of their much-loved tiramisu.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse, Jumeirah Islands. isolarestaurant.com/dubai. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
21. Fill up on tacos at La Tablita
Think you can’t get good Mexican food outside of Mexico? Think again. Tuck into tacos, guac, quesadillas fajitas and all that other good stuff down at La Tablita this month where, between August 12 and 28, three courses at dinner will set you back just Dhs150 (or Dhs95 for two plates during lunch). Attractive, playful and always packing a punch, you most certainly can’t go wrong.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights Healthcare City, Bur Dubai. hyattrestaurants.com/en/dining/UAE. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
22. Sit poolside with Asian delights at Lah Lah
Staying true to its Far East roots, The Greens’ favourite Pan Asian Lah Lah is another hotspot offering simple yet sensational set menus for lunch and dinner this month. Here you’ll find assemblages that tick all the right boxes – think sushi, sashimi, grilled fish and juicy meats, no culinary tastes go uncatered for.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/zabeel-house-the-greens-lah-lah. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
23. Don your glad rags for dinner at Lao
Another pan Asian eatery treating us to its culinary home delights this month, chefs at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah’s Lao are bringing together all its top dishes in one delectable 3-course dinner menu. Highlights include starters of tender beef pho soup, chicken satay and sweet and sour prawns for main, served alongside the likes of grilled bananas with ice cream for dessert.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah. hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbpdwa-waldorf-astoria-dubai-palm-jumeirah/dining. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
24. Enjoy a slap-up guilt-free meal at Lowe
A regular Time Out Dubai Award winner, World’s 50 Best Restaurants MENA entry and Michelin Green Star holder, they don’t come much more impressive (or sustainable) than Lowe. After all, apart from eggshells and avocado pits, there is little that goes to waste here. During Summer Restaurant Week, its breakfast menu, 2-course lunch and 3-course dinner menu will set you back just Dhs69, Dhs95 and Dhs150 respectively, and it’s all deliciously guilt-free.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). OA Canvas, Wadi Al Safa 3. lowe-dubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
25. Sample authentic European dishes at Maison Mathis
It can be tough to get a table at this Arabian Ranches hotspot, but be sure to persevere and all your hard work will be rewarded with two delectable set menus that won’t pull on the purse strings. There are heaps of dishes to choose from too – the Dibba Bay oysters, seafood linguini and panna cotta all come highly recommended.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. mm-argc.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
26. Dine in the jungle at Mama Zonia
Pier 7 isn’t the first, second or even third place you’d look for a bargain meal out in Dubai, but with three courses at Dhs150 for dinner this month at the Amazon-themed Mama Zonia, it’s a bit of a steal. There’s a set lunch menu too, and you can expect unbeatable Asian delicacies including salmon maki rolls, fish tacos and black pepper beef among all the usual suspects.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Pier 7, Dubai Marina. mamazoniadubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
27. Sit down to a vegan feast at Mango Tree
Quirky Thai spot Mango Tree has a lot more to offer than solid green curry, so why not head down there for dinner this month to sample it all with its limited-edition sharing set menu? There’s even a separate vegan menu with everything from summer Panaeng curry vegetables to sweet & sour pumpkin meaning no-one has to miss out.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Hilton Dubai, The Walk JBR. hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbjbhi-hilton-dubai-jumeirah/dining/mango-tree-thai-bistro. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
28. Enjoy Mexican favourites with a view at Maya
If beachside dining, sprawling terraces, live music and sizzling fajitas make for your idea of the perfect night out, you need to get down to Maya stat. Preferably during Summer Restaurant Week when three courses of its authentic Mexican dishes will set you back just Dhs150. You can’t go wrong.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai Marina. maya-dubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
29. Take a break from the beach at Mondoux
If you find yourself down at JBR this summer, be sure to beat the heat with a pitstop of Mondoux. Serving up exclusive set menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner, its healthy dishes – think burrata with organic tomatoes, sweet potato gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce and creamy roast chicken with summer quinoa – use only the finest ingredients.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). The Beach JBR. mondoux.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
30. Grab a hearty breakfast at North 28
If your day doesn’t start until you’ve got a tasty bowl of something in your stomach, head down to the alpine-inspired North 28 for its brilliant morning offer. Dhs69 will not only get you a breakfast dish (choose between everything from avo on toast to banana and pecan French toast), you’ll also get a fresh juice and hot drink to wash it all down with. The early bird catches the worm, after all.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids). Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha. north28dubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
31. Treat your better half to a romantic meal at Pai Thai
For a spot of dining decadence against the meandering Madinat waterways, Pai Thai is where it’s at. And while the wallet might usually take a hit, the lovely team is putting on an even lovelier set dinner menu this month, with three courses of its tempting Thai plates for just Dhs150. We hear the Lod Chong Rice Pandan, otherwise known as rice pan noodles with sweet coconut milk, is delicious for pudding.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/al-qasr-pai-thai. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
32. Fuel your morning at Palm Kitchen
Three mouth-watering dishes make up the set breakfast menu at Taj Exotica Resort and Spa’s Palm Kitchen – eggs any style, fluffy buttermilk pancakes and the more exotic uttapam, a thick dosa topped with everything from cheese and onion to coconut chutney. A great spot for a budget brekkie, the menu might be a neat one, but it will save you time trying to choose.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids). Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm. tajhotels.com/en-in/taj/taj-exotica-dubai/restaurants/palm-kitchen. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
33. Escape from the heat over a meal at Publique
If you like your meal with a side of seriously good views, vistas of the Burj al Arab don’t come much better than from the terrace at Publique. It is summer, though, so perhaps better to enjoy its exclusive set dinner menu inside its chic alpine-themed interiors. Expect delights of braised brisket risotto, pan seared salmon and apple strudel.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Souk Madinat Jumeirah. publique.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
34. Chow down on the best Japanese dishes at Reif Japanese Kushiyaki
It’s not every day you find a Bib Gourmand Michelin restaurant inside a mall, but Reif Japanese Kushiyaki isn’t your typical mall eatery. Offering up much more than grilled skewered meats and vegetables, you can sample a number of its top dishes at amazing prices during Summer Restaurant Week, with set lunch and dinner menus that won’t have your bank manager running for the hills. The chicken katsu sando is the crème de la crème.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Dar Wasl Mall, Al Wasl Road. reifkushiyaki.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
35. Grab a quick bite and craft hops at Roaring Rabbit
Convivial banter, excellent pub grub and craft hops are the name of the game at this quirky gastropub, which is the perfect place to head to when you’re short on time and don’t have bottomless pockets. Choose from several of their signature dishes on its set menu this month – its classic Scotch egg is comfort food at its finest – with two courses for just Dhs95.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm Dubai. tajhotels.com/en-in/taj/taj-exotica-dubai/restaurants/roaring-rabbit. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
36. Eat like a local at Sikka Café
A popular home-grown eatery serving up Emirati, Indian and Persian dishes amongst eclectic interiors, Sikka Café is a hidden gem frequented by those in-the-known. Now that the secret is out, be sure to head on down this month for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with three tasty set menus that are affordable to boot. Expect all your local favourites and then some.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). City Walk, Happiness Street, Dubai. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/sikka-café. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
37. Sample Greek food Creek-side at Skafos
A jewel among Al Seef’s plethora of eateries, Skafos at Canopy by Hilton offers both style and substance in everything from its classy interiors, prime views and, of course, exquisite Greek-inspired menu. Not one to skimp on its dishes, this month’s set menu comes complete with all the classics including a chicken gyros bowl and whole baked sea bass in salt crust that would normally set you back a fair few dirham. But three courses for just Dhs150? Don’t mind if we do.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Canopy by Hilton Dubai, Al Seef. skafos.business.site. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
38. Grab a quick bite at Social Company
Pushed for time? Be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, Social Company – Zabeel House by Jumeirah’s quaint neighbourhood café – has you covered with a delectable set menu at any time of the day during Summer Restaurant Week. You’ll most certainly get more bang for your buck at this casual spot.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids); lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/zabeel-house-the-greens-social-company. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
39. Take a culinary tour around Italy at Solo
Dubai’s Italian restaurant scene is as varied as the food-loving country itself, but you can’t go wrong with a bowl of steaming pasta at Solo. Book in for its August set menu – three courses for Dhs150 – and start off with a choice of bruschetta, mixed salad or minestrone soup, followed by authentic Italian mains like a hearty lasagna or frutti di mare pizza. Find a cosy candlelit corner or book out a big table for a family feast.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Raffles Hotel, Umm Hurair. raffles.com/dubai/dining/solo-italian-restaurant-and-bar. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
40. Overdose on Asian fare at Sui Mui
Bringing together the flavours of Thailand, the Philippines, Japan and more all under one roof, Sui Mui is perhaps Dubai Marina’s freshest Pan Asian dining concept. Thai-born head chef Khampun has put together a playful set dinner menu this month, with everything from chicken satay and maki rolls to green vegetable curry and pineapple fried rice to fill your stomachs. We recommend washing it down with a tropical mixed drink from the master mixologists.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai Marina. suimuidubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
41. Get your fill of excellent sushi at Taiko
Another contender for best Asian food in Dubai, Taiko is throwing its set menu in the mix, with three delectable courses worthy of their reputation. Head there for dinner, with starters including carpaccio of Wagyu beef and the chef’s sushi selection, plus mains of perfectly-cooked black Angus striploin, miso black cod and green coriander curry. As for the desserts, be sure to save room for the decadent Chocolate Forest. You’ll thank us later.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Umm Hurair. sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com/restaurants-bars/taiko-dubai. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
42. Grab all your mates for a meal at The Nine
A towering prawn cocktail? Check. Herb roasted Angus beef tenderloin? Check. Classic baked egg custard tart? Check. And there’s plenty more where that came from. The 3-course set dinner menu down at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk’s posh gastropub The Nine makes for an exemplary British feast, and all for just Dhs150. Delightful.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Umm Hurair. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com/restaurants-bars/the-nine. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
43. Pay a visit to The Noodle House
It’s not as if we ever need an excuse to visit The Noodle House for dinner, but with three courses coming in at just Dhs150 this month, it would be crazy not to take advantage. From vegetable spring rolls and Korean fried chicken to Singapore noodles and sweet and sour chicken, it’s full of all the restaurant’s classic dishes, including Thai Mango Sticky Rice for dessert.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Souk Madinat Jumeirah. jumeirah.com/en/dine/dubai/noodle-house. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
44. Take a trip to Thailand at The Thai Kitchen
A regular with Dubai’s foodies, The Thai Kitchen enjoys an unparalleled reputation for superb Thai food and stunning Creek views – with a price tag to match. Luckily over 12 days of DSS you can enjoy three of its renowned signature dishes for a very reasonable Dhs150, including Tom Yam Goong to start, Gang Kiew Wan Phak for mains and the legendary Khao Niew Ma Muang – or sticky rice with mango, coconut cream, mung bean – for dessert.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). hyattrestaurants.com/en/dining/uae/dubai/thai-restaurant-in-dubai-creek-the-thai-kitchen. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
45. Enjoy breakfast and a movie at Theatré Café
Booked an early morning screening at VOX Cinemas? Be sure to arrive in good time to fill up on a hearty breakfast before your movie starts for just Dhs69. Dishes include eggs with heirloom tomatoes, gooey French toast and the restaurant’s infamous berry acai bowl which promises to offset all that popcorn. Kids get brekkie and a drink for Dhs25 too, so be sure to take them along.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Breakfast from Dhs69 (adults), Dhs25 (kids). Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha. uae.voxcinemas.com/vox-voice/theatre-café. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com..
46. Explore Dubai’s Indian cuisine scene at Varq
A great shout for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike, Varq errs on the side of luxury Indian cuisine while managing to remain refreshingly authentic. Choose from two 3-course set dinner menus during Summer Restaurant Week – one full of delicious plant-based dishes including Bhatti Paneer and Paneer Lababdar, while the other houses classics including Murgh Methi Malai Kebab – a dreamy spiced yoghurt marinated chicken – and the lamb-heavy Marthban Ka Meat.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm Dubai. tajhotels.com/en-in/taj/taj-exotica-dubai/restaurants/varq. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
47. Experience la dolce vita at Vero
One of the newest Italian kids on the block, Vero opened earlier this year to rave reviews. If you’ve still not been down to check it out then there’s no better time – you can dig into all its top dishes at a fraction of the price with its Dhs150 3-course summer menu. Cleanse your palette with a welcome green detox gazpacho before filling up on the likes of crispy calamari and zucchini, ravioli ricotta and catch of the day served with lemon butter sauce. The desserts are to die for too – we highly recommend the Vero tiramisu.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Hilton Dubai The Walk, JBR. hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbjbhi-hilton-dubai-jumeirah/dining/vero. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
48. Take a trip to Garhoud for a meal at Warehouse
Perhaps one of Dubai’s longest standing bars, Al Garhoud’s Warehouse is shrugging off its party reputation this month and focusing on its food which, if we do say so ourselves, is rather excellent. With starters including burrata and crab cakes, mains of jambalaya, Asian glazed salmon and its Impossible Burger, plus cherry chocolate roulade and warm apple pie for dessert, its 3-course summer set menu is worth a gander. There’s a lunch menu too, if that suits better.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Airport Road. warehouse-dubai.com. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
49. Treat the family to a fun day out at Wavehouse
The perfect place for an action-packed day – or night – out, Wavehouse at Atlantis boasts everything from a bowling alley and arcade to soft play, bar and wave rider machine. It also rustles up some pretty good grub, and its summer set menu is no different. Comprising everything from plum tomato bruschetta and penne arrabiata to salmon poke bowls and fresh fruit salads, choose from two courses for lunch or three for dinner. Just be sure to leave enough time to digest before getting out on the water.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). Atlantis The Palm Jumeirah. atlantis.com/dubai/dining/wavehouse. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
50. Dinner and a view at Weslodge Saloon
The city’s favourite Canadian export, Weslodge is the place to head this month as discounted top-notch food is served at their City Walk branch. During Summer Restaurant Week, hungry diners can munch on a 2-course set lunch menu or a 3-course set dinner menu that’s great for an after-work bite. Order the southern fried chicken and you won’t be disappointed.
Running Fri August 12 – Sun August 28. Lunch from Dhs95 (adults), Dhs35 (kids); dinner from Dhs150 (adults), Dhs35 (kids). weslodge.ae. Reserve your table at summerrestaurantweek.com.
