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Dubai’s dining scene is serving up plenty of reasons to head out this week. With a mix of irresistible dining deals, brand-new menus, and seasonal specials, food lovers can indulge in everything from comforting classics to bold flavours. No matter your taste, this week’s lineup of offers promises memorable meals across the city. Al Habtoor Grand Resort
Mini Sliders At Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken is turning up the heat with a brand-new mini slider range, available across all Dubai outlets. Diners can choose between a 'Hot Box' of 20 mini sliders, perfect for sharing, or a set of 4 sliders with fries. Served in seven spice levels, from no spice to the infamous 'Reaper', these sliders are ideal for every level of heat-seeker. Pair them with Dave’s signature sides, including mac and cheese, kale slaw, loaded fries, milkshakes, or refreshing slushers. Available for dine-in, takeaway, and delivery across all Dubai branches.
Dave's Hot Chicken
Saudi Arabia National Day Special At Brasserie Lutetia
Sofitel Dubai Downtown is marking Saudi Arabia National Day with a vibrant three-day celebration from 22 to 24 September. On 23 September, Brasserie Lutetia will present a special sharing-style set menu that blends French gastronomy with authentic Saudi flavours. Guests can look forward to dishes such as lamb shank à la najdi slow-braised with saffron jus, red snapper provençal with kabsa-spiced pilaf and more. Sweet finales like saffron crème brulé and rose pistachio profiteroles add a French twist to regional favourites. Available from 5.30pm to 10.30pm at Dhs 199 per person.
Brasserie Lutetia
New Menu At Fi’lia
Fi’lia, the region’s first female-led restaurant, located at SLS Dubai, Business Bay, has launched a new menu crafted by Chef Célia Stoecklin as a heartfelt tribute to her Italian and French roots. Highlights include the pizzetta topped with stracciatella and sun-ripened tomatoes, tubetti al sugo di polpo with rich octopus sauce, and mortadella pizza with pistachio for a playful twist. Seafood lovers can enjoy cozze al sugo, while those with a sweet tooth will savour the torta bruciata, a cheesecake with a creamy centre and caramelised top. Open daily from 12.30pm to 3.30pm and 6.30pm until midnight.
Fi’lia
Breakfast And More At ME By Meliá
ME by Meliá Dubai at The Opus by Omniyat in Business Bay invites guests to start their mornings with the 'Rise and Revive' package, blending wellness, indulgence, and relaxation. Begin the day with an energising breakfast at Central, featuring dishes like the bestselling alpha and omega poached egg benedict with avocado and salmon, brioche French toast, and a rustic huevos rotos with crispy potatoes, eggs and beef. Guests can then enjoy early pool access, full use of the gym and sauna, 10% off the poolside menu, and 20% off rejuvenating spa treatments. Available daily until the end of September, breakfast runs from 8am to 11am with other facilities open until 7pm, at Dhs 200 per person.
ME by Meliá
Navratri Special At Purani Dilli
Purani Dilli at Four Points by Sheraton is celebrating the festive season with a specially curated 'Navratra Thali', crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. Guests can enjoy a wholesome spread of authentic dishes that reflect the flavours and traditions of Purani Dilli, served with warmth in a vibrant setting. Available from 22 September until the end of the month, the Navratra Thali is priced at Dhs 79 at the Sheikh Zayed Road outlet and Dhs 69 at the Bur Dubai outlet, served daily from 12.30pm to 11.30pm.
Purani Dilli
Bavarian Feast At Bruno’s Biergarten
The newly opened Bruno’s Biergarten at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach is bringing the spirit of Bavaria to JBR with a festive dining experience. Families and friends can enjoy hearty Bavarian classics such as wiener schnitzel, roasted 'wiesn-hendl' chicken, and braised beef gulasch with spätzle, alongside vegetarian favourites like käsespätzle and kartoffelsalat. Sweet treats include apfelstrudel and black forest cake, paired with a wide selection of traditional and modern beverages. Open daily from 6pm to 1am, this lively garden venue is the perfect spot to gather this week.
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach
Bites And Drinks At Bar Dali
Bar Dali, located within Maison Dali at The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay, is serving up more than just style with its eclectic menu of bites, featuring favourites such as spicy tuna tostada, chicken yakitori, crispy truffle mochi, and handrolls like unagi and foie fras or smoked caviar and wasabi. On 23 September, the venue will also host a special takeover by New York City’s acclaimed Double Chicken Please, ranked among the World’s 50 Best Bars. For one night only, guests can enjoy a bespoke menu of creative beverages, bringing a taste of NYC’s flair to Dubai’s sultry red-lit hotspot. The offer is available from 7pm until late, priced at Dhs 65.
Bar Dali
Oktoberfest At Frevo
Starting 25 September, Frevo at Fairmont The Palm is blending Bavarian tradition with Brazilian flair for a one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest celebration. Guests can enjoy unlimited premium Brazilian churrasco served side-table, alongside themed food counters and fresh pretzel stations. Festive décor and staff dressed in lederhosen and dirndl set the scene, while a live Brazilian band adds a lively twist to classic Oktoberfest vibes. Packages start from Dhs 375, with premium beverages available.
Frevo
Havana Night At Joe’s Backyard
Joe’s Backyard at Holiday Inn, Dubai Festival City, is turning up the heat with 'Havana Night', a vibrant evening of Cuban-inspired flavours and live music on Saturday, 27 September from 8pm to 11pm. Diners can enjoy a curated three-course menu featuring dishes such as chicken empanadas with chipotle mayo, roasted chicken with black beans and plantains, and tres leches cake with meringue and strawberries. Accompanied by upbeat Cuban rhythms, the evening promises a lively atmosphere and memorable dining experience. Priced at Dhs 299 per person.
Joe’s Backyard
Business Lunch At Sur.Dubai
Sur.Dubai at DMCC Uptown Tower, JLT, is elevating the midday meal with a globally inspired business lunch. Diners can enjoy a variety of dishes ranging from premium seafood mains to wagyu upgrades, rounded off with indulgent desserts for a complete dining experience. Available Monday to Friday from noon to 3pm. Prices start at Dhs 79 per person.
Sur.Dubai
Luncheon At Studio Frantzén
Studio Frantzén at Atlantis The Palm is offering a lively weekend luncheon that fuses French-inspired cuisine with Asian flavours. Guests can enjoy a two-course menu, featuring starters including salmon gravlax, grilled prawn and seabass ceviche along with mains such as black Angus beef striploin, salmon or baby chicken. Served in a vibrant setting enhanced by an eclectic playlist of classic hits, with the option to finish on a sweet note in the whimsical candy room filled with indulgent desserts. Available every Saturday and Sunday from 12.30pm to 4pm, packages start at Dhs 195 per person.
Studio Frantzén
Navratri Special At Mausam
Mausam at Dubai Mall is honouring the spirit of Navratri with a specially curated 'Satvik Thali', embracing tradition with a no onion, no garlic menu. Diners can enjoy light starters such as sabudana aloo tikki and pudina-paneer tikka, followed by comforting mains like paneer bhurji, lauki masala, and ajwaini sakarkandi, paired with samak chawal, kuttu puris, and cooling raita. A sweet finale arrives with sabudana kheer enriched with milk and dry fruits. Priced at Dhs 149 per person, the Satvik Thali is available from 22 to 30 September between noon and 10pm.
Dubai Mall
Seafood Thursdays At The Restaurant
The Restaurant at Address Creek Harbour is elevating Thursdays with a lavish seafood-inspired dining experience against the backdrop of Dubai’s skyline. Guests can enjoy a spectacular live seafood display featuring lobster, prawns, mussels, calamari, and more, along with a personal platter of a dozen freshly shucked oysters. With live entertainment adding to the atmosphere, along with unlimited beverages for two hours, this evening is the perfect way to indulge midweek. Available every Thursday from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, packages start at Dhs 185 per person.
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