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Chill out Japanese-style
Stay cool and enjoy delicious Japanese dishes with picturesque views at Sho Cho Abu Dhabi. The week day lunch special offers a selection of delicious Japanese dishes priced from Dhs 105 to Dhs 125. In addition, the Sunday night feast has an extensive open buffet for Dhs 125 or Dhs 165 (with a large Sake); Monday Night Happy Hour runs from 6pm to 10pm with selected cocktails for Dhs 30; Tuesday Acoustic sessions offers dinner and drinks; Wednesday is Ladies’ Night; Thursday feautres Best of House with DJ GEM N.I; Friday brunch is priced at Dhs 190 (with soft drinks) and Dhs 295 (with house beverages); and Saturday offers Chill Out House Music. Call 02-5581119 or email abudhabi@sho-cho.com.
Head for the capital
Enjoy stunning views and supreme steaks at Suhail rooftop restaurant, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, with Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm. Alternatively, Ghadeer offers a poolside haven by day and romantic retreat by night, with a wide selection of delicious Mediterranean dining; while Al Liwan welcomes you with the distinctive aromas of traditional Arabic pastries and spiced brews. Shisha and Moroccan tea starts from Dhs 77 and is available all day. Call 02-8862088 or email infoqas@anantara.com.
Fresh, seasonal produce
Head for Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi and enter the magic of Market Kitchen’s Friday Brunch offering a twist on classic brunch items, all served to your table. Prices are Dhs 199 (including mocktails), Dhs 299 (including cocktails and wine), and Dhs 399 (with Champagne). Call toll free on 800 101 101 or visit www.marketkitchenabudhabi.com.
Roman fare
Pasta & Pesto is now open at City Seasons Hotel on Airport Road. The cosy restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine, mainly pasta and pizza, with an array of healthy main dishes covering the classical Italian favourites. A meal for one starts from Dhs 35. Call 04-2942777.
Café culture
Head for Café Rouge at Souk Madinat Jumeirah and enjoy Mouleset Frites (steamed mussels with French fries) every Monday from 12pm for Dhs 99 (with a glass of grape) or Dhs 199 (with a bottle of grape). Alternatively, Wednesday Cheese & Grape night offers a red or white grape and three-course set menu for Dhs 145; Happy Hour runs between Sunday and Thursday, from 5pm to 7pm with prices starting from Dhs 38; the daily English Breakfast is Dhs 49; and Saturday Brunch is Dhs 150 (with soft beverages) and Dhs 250 (with house grape). Call 04-5546438 or visit www.caferouge.ae.
Direct from Dublin
Savour a legendary Irish brunch at The Dubliner’s, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre. The Big Fat Dubliner’s Friday Brunch is priced at Dhs 89 (with unlimited salad buffet, main course, and two selected alcoholic drinks or two soft drinks and hot beverages) and Dhs 55 for six to12 year olds (including two soft beverages). Call 04-2170000 or visit www.lemeridien-dubai.com.
Bubbles and more
Yalumba’s Friday Bubbly Brunch at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre is a decadent spread of scrumptious cuisine and a never-ending supply of fine champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée N.V. priced at Dhs 555 per person. Call 04-2170000 or visit www.lemeridien-dubai.com.
Evening brunch
Yalumba, known for its famous Friday Bubbly Brunch, also offers themed evening brunches with an all you can eat and drink concept. Every Tuesday you can indulge in a selection of seafood for Dhs 259. In addition, Saturday is Mediterranean Night, Sunday is Roast Night, Monday is Curry Night, Wednesday is Arabian Night and Thursday is Cocktail Night. Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday is priced at Dhs 159 (with non-alcoholic beverages) or Dhs 219 (with regular beverages) and Thursday is Dhs 159 (with soft beverages) or Dhs 249 (with regular beverages). Call 04-2170000 or visit www.lemeridien-dubai.com.
Chic and chilled
Bahri Bar at Mina A’Salam has re-opened its doors with an updated menu and a new mix of original, world-class cocktails following a soft refurbishment. Crafted by expert mixologists, modern renditions of classic beverages enhance the drinks menu at this celebrated spot, complemented by easy-to-eat bar bites. The two are paired together in a new all-inclusive Thursday night promotion, Temptations, featuring unlimited bar bites and select beverages for Dhs 295. Bahri Bar also offers Happy Hour from 4pm to 8pm from Saturday to Wednesday; Ladies’ Night on Tuesday with complimentary bubbles; and After Beat on a Friday offering two for one selected drinks between 4pm and 8pm. Call 04-3665866 or email JRGreservations@jumeirah.com.
Dining delights
Café Palmier at Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi offers the Saturday Roast for Dhs 155. Then it’s Cajun Night every Tuesday for Dhs 199 (kids below 12 years eat free); Crackers & Claws Seafood Night on Thursday priced at Dhs 249 (soft drinks package) or Dhs 399 (house beverage package); and Fizz Factory Royale Friday Brunch priced at Dhs 190 (soft drinks), Dhs 299 (with house wine and beer), Dhs 399 (house wine, beer and Champagne), and Dhs 95 for kids from six to 12 years. Call 02-6950530 or email restaurants.lrmad@lemeridien.com.
Meat feast
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre invites you to M’s Beef Bistro to enjoy the Tomahawk Steaks promotion, priced at Dhs 561 for two people and available from 1st September until stocks last. Call 04-2170000 or visit www.msbeefbistro-dubai.com.
Brazilian flair
Fairmont The Palm once again offers the exclusive Brazilian Frevo Friday Brunch with authentic food and live Samba entertainment priced from Dhs 295. Children under five dine with free and kids from six to 12 years dine at half price. Call 04-4573457 or visit www.fairmont.com/palm.
Business lunch
TRE by Roberto Rella offers ‘Convivio’, the restaurant’s first business lunch menu. The Italian translation of Convivio is ‘social gathering’ and has been designed to take away formalities and embrace the Italian concept of friendship and trust when indulging in business activity over lunch. Served a la carte style, diners have a choice of two- or three-course menus priced at Dhs 105 and Dhs 125 respectively. This weekly changing menu offers the ultimate fresh Italian fare with Mediterranean influences, delivering a variety of dishes to choose from for each course. Call 04-4047700 or email reservation@tre.ae.
Mamma mia!
Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers offers delicious Italian dishes with unparalleled views of the Creek and Dubai skyline, as well as three free drinks and 50% discount on food for ladies every Wednesday between 6pm and 11pm. Email reservationsdubaiuae@sheraton.com or call 04- 2281111.
Flavours of Asia
Hoi An at Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai offers a nightly platter of delicious seafood for Dhs 575 for two people, as well as the 50 Flavours of Vietnam Friday brunch for Dhs 145 (food only), Dhs 175 (with soft beverages) and Dhs 265 (with house beverages). Alternatively, Shang Palace features a taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine every day for lunch and dinner priced at Dhs 500. Call 04-4502703 or email f&breservations.sldb@shangri-la.com.
A Parisian twist
Inspired by Pampelonne Beach in St. Tropez but with a Parisian chic twist, the Lumière Brunch at La Residence restaurant and lounge, Raffles Dubai will brighten up your Saturday with a sharing style food service from the brunch menu and live entertainment from the DJ and sax player. Prices are Dhs 250 (alcohol only), Dhs 300 (food and soft drinks) or Dhs 450 (food and unlimited house beverages, choice of three cocktails and sparkling grape). Email reservations@laresidence-dubai.com or call 04-3962211.
A taste of Italy
Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers offers Friday brunch for Dhs 199 (non-alcoholic), Dhs 269 (with wine, beer and spirits) and Dhs 389 (Prosecco package). Email vivaldi.reservations@sheraton.com or call 04-2071717.
Spice up your life
Enjoy fine Indian cuisine and views of the Burj Khalifa at Bombay Brasserie, Taj Dubai, with a 25% saving on your total food and beverage bill throughout September. The same discount also applies to Byzantium Lounge and Tesoro Peruvian and Latin American restaurant. Call 04-4383100.
Laid back living
Head for The Els Club at Dubai Sports City for The Big Easy Big Friday Brunch with prices starting from Dhs 275 for the non-alcoholic package, Dhs 395 with house beverages and Dhs 100 per child. Call 04-4251037.
Spanish-style
It’s Friday, so head for El Sur at The Westin and feast on six fresh and tasty tapas from a selection of 14 vibrant dishes from 1.30pm to 4.30pm with the Siesta Fiesta brunch. Refresh with unlimited hops and free-flowing white and red sangria, as well as two delicious dessert options from Dhs 295 per person. A soft beverage package is also available for Dhs 195. Then on Saturday the little ones can enjoy a colouring competition at the Spanish Family Lunch priced from Dhs 195 with soft beverages and Dhs 295 with free-flowing sangria, hops and grape. The set menu for kids between six and 12 years is Dhs 95. Children under six dine free. Call 04-3997700.
Newest brunch in town
Grand Hyatt’s Makan-San brunch starts on Friday 4th September at the Peppercrab and Sushi restaurants. Chef Yapp and Chef Ryo have teamed to combine the best of South East Asian and Japanese cuisine, priced at Dhs 249 including soft drinks and Dhs 349 with free flowing bubbles and grapes as well as hops from Japan and Singapore and the Peppercrab Sling (a drink entered into a worldwide competition and making it to the top 20). Kids between six and 12 pay Dhs 100 including soft drinks and children below six dine for free. Call 04-3172222 or visit www.dubai.grand.hyatt.com.
Join the party
Kick off the new season with Disco Sushi, the Friday Party Brunch at OKKU Japanese Restaurant and Lounge at The H Hotel. Priced at Dhs 599 (full brunch package including cocktails on arrival, 12-course bespoke menu and a generous bottle service) or Dhs 399 (non-alcoholic package). There is a minimum group booking of four persons and non-brunch guests are free to join the party from 3pm and take advantage of the cash paying bar. Call 04-5018777.
Theme dreams
Dubai’s Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel has launched Kris Themed Nights that include Ochi Sushi Night every Tuesday with a buffet for Dhs 155 or Dhs 275 (with house beverages); Seafood Night every Wednesday starting from Dhs 130; Pan Asian Night every Thursday for Dhs165 or Dhs 285 (with house beverages); and Indian-Malaysian Flavours every Friday for Dhs 135 or Dhs 255 (with house beverages). Visit www.parkregiskriskin.com.
Something for everyone
Dunes Café at Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai has something for everyone. Butcher’s Block every Tuesday offers an endless array of meat for Dhs 235 (soft beverages) or Dhs 330 (with alcoholic beverages). Lobsterlicious night every Thursday is an unlimited lobster feast priced at Dhs 240 (soft beverages) or Dhs 345 (alcoholic beverages). Get ‘crabby’ every Wednesday with a variety of crab for Dhs 235 (soft beverages) or Dhs 330 (alcoholic beverages). Finally, savour the flavours of the Middle every Monday for Dhs 205 (soft beverages) or Dhs 315 (alcoholic beverages). Call 04-4502703 or email f&breservations.sldb@shangri-la.com.
Ladies’ night
Vii Dubai, the lush secret garden located at the Conrad Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road, introduces EnVii at the Greenhouse every Tuesday from 8pm to 11pm where ladies can enjoy two complimentary drinks. Call 050-1696777.
Best of British
Ladies’ Night at Reform Social & Grill at The Lakes offers a night of bubbles with the best or British food. Buy two glasses of Zonin Prosecco and get the rest of the bottle for free every Tuesday from 7pm. Visit www.reformsocialgrill.ae or call 04-4542638.
Get set to brunch
Sharing platters to start, a la carte main course each and then sharing desserts for the table. The Crab Tavern 80’s & 90’s Friday brunch at Media One Hotel is a great choice for the weekend! Prices are Dhs 250 (food and non-alcoholic package) and Dhs 395 (food and unlimited signature Crab Tavern cocktail the Mason Jar Mary, Desperitas, house beverages, belinis and Prosecco). After brunch why not enjoy Crabby Hour happy hour with selected drinks from 5pm to 8pm for Dhs 25? Email reservations@crabtavern.ae or call 04-4207489.
Bubbalicious
Spanning three restaurants and with ten live cooking stations, the Bubbalicious Friday brunch at Hunters, Blue Orange and Spice Emporium at The Westin, is one of Dubai’s liveliest and most interactive brunches. The Bubbalicious spread is Dhs 680 with free flowing bubbly, Dhs 550 with free flowing sparkling, Dhs 450 with soft drinks and Dhs 225 for kids aged six to 12. Kids under six eat free. Call 04-3994141.
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Back to the 80s
The Eloquent Elephant, the friendly neighbourhood Gastro Pub at Taj Dubai, introduces the Throwback Friday Brunch which will take you back to the 80s and is priced at Dhs 250 (soft drinks), Dhs 350 (house with cocktails) and Dhs 450 (with Prosecco & Craft). Call 04-4383100.
Peruvian brunch
Enjoy Chef Julio Ceasar’s Peruvian Friday Brunch at Taj Dubai, priced at Dhs 250 with soft drinks or Dhs 395 with house beverages. Call 04-4383100.
Celebrating Friends
To celebrate the 21st anniversary of the TV sitcom Friends first airing, New York-inspired gastro pub The Black Lion has some very friendly treats in store throughout September. Celebrate the sitcom with dinner and if your first name is Joey, Rachael, Chandler, Ross, Monica or Phoebe you will receive 20% off your food bill. Then the late night lock-in from 11.30pm to 3am offers 2-4-1 on pizzas. The Black Lion is located on the ground floor of The H Dubai. Call 04-3592366.
Some grand deals
September brings loads of new promotions at Grand Hyatt Dubai. Guest Chef MasaharuSekine san will be flying in from Japan to showcase his skills at Sushi Restaurant from 3rd to 13th September and you can either choose between sharing nine different sweets at Dhs 87 or pick your favourite sweets from the à la carte option at Dhs 30 each. Alternatively, Panini Italian Deli & Café offers the Nutella fondue for Dhs 60; iZ Indian Tandoor Restaurant has a biryani promotion with prices ranging between Dhs 40 and Dhs 50 per dish; and starting 23rd September, Poolside Restaurant is back in action with their sizzling weekend barbeques, daily shisha service and ladies’ nights every Wednesday, where ladies receive four complimentary drinks and 50% off the food menu. Visit www.grandhyatt.com.
An evening of elegance
Hendricks Bar at Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah Beach, themed evening promotions are available throughout the week. Cigar Social Tuesdays invites you to sample spirits and savour a selection of customised aroma-infused cigars; Wind Down Wednesday, 6pm to 9pm, offers an unlimited flow of fine grapes for Dhs 350; and Jazz Fridays, from 10pm to 1am, offers the perfect setting to enjoy infused spirits and sultry jazz sounds. Call 04-2707777 or 04-2707806 or visit www.fourseasons.com/dubaijb.
Kick start your day
BUTCHA Steakhouse & Grill’s new breakfast menu includes the BUTCHA Steak breakfast - a 110 gram char-grilled New York striploin served with fried eggs and steak fries. For a limited time, when order this mighty meaty dish will also receive free unlimited filtered coffee to wash it down for just Dhs 79. Situated at The Beach, JBR Walk, the breakfast menu will be available on Fridays and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Call 04-5530684.
Al fresco action
Sho Cho Dubai, Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa, is all set for the start of the outdoor season. The Monday Night Feast is back on Monday 14th September with an open buffet priced at Dhs 125 or Dhs 165 with house beverages. Chill out Tuesday offers discount on select cocktails; Skinny Wednesday is Ladies’ Night offering a new waist conscious menu and buy-one-get-one-free on skinny cocktails; Funky Friday features DJ Stephane Karl; Chill out Saturday is all about unwinding; and Sunday 80s Night with DJ Elie will take you on the perfect trip down memory lane combined with sushi and cocktails. Call 04-3461111 or email dubai@sho-cho.com.
Surf and turf
The Black Lion at The H Dubai has Surf and Turf every Monday where you receive a complimentary carafe of wine with every surf and turf purchased. Visit www.theblacklion.ae or call 04-3592366.
Fun lovin’ Fridays
CLAW BBQ Crabshack & Grill at Souk Al Bahar Bridge offers a Friday brunch buffet with a seafood station and all you barbecue favourites. Cowboys and Cowgirls can choose from specially crafted packages that include The Beginner offering soft drinks (Dhs 229); The Pretender offering house pours, grapes and hops (Dhs 329) and The Professional offering everything from the Pretender package as well as an array of cocktails and shooters (Dhs 399). The after party continues with classic sounds by resident DJ Johnny, live on the decks until 6pm. Call 04-4322300.
Urban picnic
No need to picnic at the park when you can head to VIDA Downtown Dubai’s Urban Picnic by the pool for a relaxing Friday afternoon, filled with delicious food, funky beats, and fun in the sun for Dhs 265 (with unlimited soft beverages and juices), Dhs 295 (with unlimited selected beverages), and Dhs 495 (unlimited bubbly). Dhs 100 will be added to each package, per person for booking a cabana by the pool. Visit www.vida-hotels.com.
The Hide is coming
The Hide is a new meat restaurant headed up by Dubai’s hottest chef that is due to open in Jumeirah Al Qasr hotel this September. The Hide intends to bring a modern twist to the Dubai culinary scene and serves up a fresh take on American cuisine. The concept has been inspired by the coolest modern meateries in gastronomic capitals such as New York, Chicago and LA. Fronted by renowned British chef Nick Cuadrado, The Hide will be stamped with Cuadrado’s inventive style with the revival of forgotten steak cuts and premium quality ingredients. The meatery boasts an authentic, modern, rustic feel with stone, wood, slate and vintage glass, while the menu provides classic comfort food steeped in American culture and transformed with unique meatery twists. The Hide is set to open in September at Jumeirah Al Qasr hotel, Madinat Jumeirah.
Vietnamese cuisine
Shangri-La Hotel brings something new to the table for the Friday brunch crowd with ‘50 Flavours of Vietnam’ at Hoi An. Featuring an unlimited selection of Vietnamese-style tapas freshly cooked-to-order using 50 different spices and ingredients. Its signature hot pot gives an interactive cooking experience where you can get creative and cook your own hot pot right at the table. This is priced at Dhs 145 for food only, Dhs 175 with soft beverages and Dhs 265 with selected house beverages. Call 04-4052703 or email reservations.f&b@shangri-la.com.
Get ready to party
Pump up the music at Chameleon Club with their new theme nights. Mondays are Geisha Kimono night featuring the best hit music from the 80s and 90s; Tuesdays are Red Carpet night; Wednesdays are Arabian nights; Thursdays are (Hashtag) #Thursday featuring a mix of live House, RNB and Commercial music; Global Fridays takes you around the world with amazing tunes and hits from different cultures; InstaSaturday is an interactive social evening of live music; and on Sundays the club is available to host private events. Call 050-1135858.
All you can eat ribs
Expect perfectly braised ribs glazed in a lip smacking barbecue sauce every Tuesday at ubk, urban bar & kitchen, Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers. Served with fries, salad, coleslaw and northern-style corn bread and priced at Dhs 175. Call 04-4380000.
Good food, good music
Qbara has a fantastic line-up of entertainers including resident DJs and live performances. The Mozaik Trio brings together a stunning musical mix of Oriental, Latin and Flamenco styles every Wednesday; violin player Pasha will entertain every Thursday; Marin offers saxophone magic every Friday; and DJ Mary G will be spinning and mixing every Saturday and Sunday. Call 04-7092500 or visit www.qbara.ae.
Get curried away
Chez Sushi, Dubai’s fast-casual Japanese restaurant, has introduced authentic Japanese curries to the menu. Choose from grilled or fried chicken katsu and vegetable curries, freshly made in-house. All are served with rice and priced at Dhs 58 and Dhs 55 for the fried and grilled chicken options respectively while the vegetarian curry is priced at Dhs 48. The new menu items are available for dine-in, takeaway or delivery and restaurants are located at Wasl Square (Al Wasl Road), Dubai Marina, Bay Square (Business Bay) and Arabian Ranches. Order online at www.chezsushi.com or call 800-78744.
The world on your plate
Make your way to Choices Restaurant at Al Bustan Rotana and treat yourself to the Grand Friday brunch. Indulge in international cuisine from Choices, Thai from Blue Elephant, American-Japanese from Benihana, and steak and grills from Rodeo Grill. The kids will have a great time as the brunch features a kids’ corner and plenty of fun activities. Prices are Dhs 220 with unlimited soft beverages, Dhs 250 with unlimited selected beverages, Dhs 320 with unlimited premium beverages and Dhs 110 for kids. Visit www.rotanatimes.com or call 04-2820000.
Where Egypt meets the Med
Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa announces the opening of Pharaoh Café & Restaurant offering Egyptian and Mediterranean cuisine and catering to all types of palates including vegetarian and vegan. Set as a mini Egyptian Museum across from the Dubai Museum, the restaurant also serves exciting cocktail and wines as well as refreshing after-meal cup of Karkadeh (Hibiscus tea). Free valet parking is available. Call 04-3519111 or send an email to fbd@arabiancourtyard.com.
Win the trip of a lifetime
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai offers an exciting chance to dine and win a trip to iconic cities around the world including New York, Tokyo, Bangkok, Zurich, Istanbul, Venice, Jaipur and Paris. Until 26th September, if you spend more than Dhs 200 per person, per visit in Prime68, Izakaya, Tong Thai, Rang Mahal, Positano, Kitchen6, La Farine, and Vault will you’ll be given a ‘Passport’ where you can sign up to earn instant rewards. Prizes will be awarded each time they dine and on their third visit, they will be entered into the grand prize draw, including return flights to one of eight exciting destinations, plus three night’s hotel accommodation, breakfast and one dinner for two people. Visit www.passporttomarquis.com.
Freddie fever
In its third year, Hard Rock Cafe continues to support Queen in celebrating Freddie For A Day in 2015. This September, Hard Rock Cafe outlets across the globe will celebrate Freddie Mercury’s birthday. In Dubai expect all the classic videos, stick on moustaches and plenty of Queen music, plus a photo booth to capture the moment. On Saturday 5th September enjoy the glory days of Queen with a leading tribute band, the a high energy two-hour show offers the craziness of the 70s and the magic of the 80s. Festivities will continue throughout the day with the concert starting at 8.30pm. Call 04-2328900 or visit www.hardrock.com/dubai.
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