Christmas is just around the corner, and Christmas Day brunches fill up faster than you can hit ‘reserve,’ especially with Dubai’s festive season in full swing. But, fret not! You still might find a few brunches in Dubai that accept bookings, but you’ll need to act quickly.
Here’s Connector’s curated guide of last-minute Christmas Day brunches in Dubai that are still available and perfect for savouring the season without doing the cooking.
Al Habtoor Polo Resort
Celebrate Christmas Day in true Polo Resort style. A lavish Christmas Day brunch with live entertainment, Santa’s gifts, and joyful moments for the whole family is what you’ll get at Al Habtoor. Prices start at Dhs 549.
Al Habtoor Polo Resort
BAI Bar And Terrace At Radisson Blu Hotel
BAI Bar And Terrace in Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Marina offers comfortable couch seating, where you can enjoy with your friends and share small bites. If you are looking for something more refined, sit down on the outdoor terrace and enjoy an elegant dining experience overlooking the panoramic skyline. Indulge in a festive Christmas Day boneyard barbecue brunch, offering unlimited dishes, live cooking stations, and family-friendly activities. The brunch starts at Dhs 249 and will be available from 1pm to 4pm.
Radisson Blu Hotels
Renaissance Business Bay
Renaissance Business Bay Hotel Dubai is reimagining the traditional festive feast with a poolside Christmas Day barbecue, offering a relaxed, open-air alternative to the city’s classic indoor brunches. Designed for those who prefer their Christmas served with sunshine, water views, and effortless holiday atmosphere, the experience blends festive favourites with the laid-back spirit of a Dubai December.
Set on the hotel’s terrace overlooking the Dubai Water Canal, the Christmas Day barbecue features an unlimited festive barbecue spread, including beef steak, chicken taouk, seafood skewers, calamari, salmon, corn, and beef sausages. A fresh salad bar and baked potatoes with sour cream complete the menu, paired with soft or house beverage packages.
Pool access is included for all guests, making it a family-friendly way to spend the afternoon, with children under six dining free. The brunch is from 12.30pm to 3pm and starts at Dhs 225.
Marriott
La Sirene At Media City
This Christmas Day, savour a sun-kissed take on tradition with a Lebanese-inspired lunch bursting with rich mezza and warm hospitality at La Sirene inside Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel And Suites in Media City. Add in good company, a visit from Santa with gifts, and you’ve got yourself a celebration full of joy, spice, and everything nice. The lunch runs from noon to 4pm and starts at Dhs 359.
Avani Hotels
Queen’s Room At QE2
Make your Christmas Day celebrations memorable with a lavish festive feast at the Queen’s Room aboard the iconic floating hotel, Queen Elizabeth 2. The special festive lunch includes a wide variety of classic and international favourites, ranging from roast turkey with traditional chestnut stuffing, cranberry sauce, and Brussels sprouts to multiple choices of seafood and meat carving stations. The dessert options will be perfect to end your seasonal lunch on a high note, with Christmas-themed treats and beautifully decorated gingerbread pieces. The magical atmosphere, enhanced by live music creates the perfect setting for a joyous celebration. The lunch is from 1pm to 4pm and starts at Dhs 325 per person.
QE2
The Nine At Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Celebrate Christmas Day at The Nine in Sofitel Dubai. Located on Sheikh Rashid Road, foodies can tuck into a three-course set menu, with British classics like traditional roast turkey, heritage Angus beef with Yorkshire pudding, lobster pie, and more, served with a side of cheer and live entertainment. Don’t forget to wear your favourite Christmas jumpers! The lunch is from 12.30pm to 4.30pm and starts at Dhs 395.
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Ce La Vi Dubai At Address Sky View Hotel
Head to the Address Sky View Hotel in Downtown Dubai for a heartwarming Christmas lunch, filled with festive cheer, seasonal flavours, and joyful ambiance. For Dhs 250, guests will enjoy a beautifully festive set menu, featuring their signature roasted turkey, prepared by their talented head chef, Wai Mon.
Start your celebrations with seasonal favourites like the burrata salad, followed by the showstopping roasted turkey, and the classic black truffle sushi rice risotto. End on a sweet note with your choice of bûche de noël or the timeless panettone, handcrafted by their talented pastry chef.
Ce La Vi
Prime 52 At Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel And Suites
Celebrate Christmas in style with an elevated steakhouse brunch. Located on the 52nd floor of Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel and Suites, Prime 52 is sure to leave you craving for more. Begin with festive welcome drinks and refined canapés in the Observatory lounge, overlooking Palm Jumeirah, before indulging in prime cuts, seasonal specialties, and handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy live DJ sets and soulful vocals, all framed by the breathtaking views of Dubai Marina. Prices start at Dhs 465, and the brunch is from 1pm to 4pm.
Prime 52
The Bay At Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah
Celebrate Christmas Day at The Bay in Mandarin Oriental, with a vibrant Mediterranean buffet of live cooking stations, indulgent desserts, and seasonal drinks. Enjoy precious moments against the backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, as the festive garden comes alive with music for a Christmas Day to remember. Running from 1pm to 4pm, the brunch starts at Dhs 750 per person.
Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah
The Irish Village At Al Garhoud And Studio One Hotel
The Irish Village in Al Garhoud and Studio One Hotel are hosting a festive Christmas Day lunch, a generous buffet featuring traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings, complemented by live music and a fun atmosphere. Lunch runs from noon to 4pm and starts at Dhs 225. A visit from Santa and a kids’ play area add family-friendly charm.
The Irish Village
Park Regis Business Bay
Enjoy a festive Christmas Lunch at Park Regis Business Bay from 12.30pm to 4pm. Foodies can tuck into a delicious spread of Christmas dishes, all for just Dhs 79 per person. Whether you're celebrating with family or friends, it’s the perfect setting for a memorable Christmas meal.
Park Regis
The Ritz-Carlton At JBR
This Christmas, enjoy live entertainment and a spectacular al fresco setting while tucking into culinary delights all the way from Italy to Japan at The Ritz-Carlton in JBR. Children can enjoy activities like a bouncy castle, face painting, balloon animals, games, and a visit from Santa Claus. The legendary brunch is available from 1pm to 4pm and starts at Dhs 699.
Ritz Carlton
The Croft At Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel And Suites
Experience an unforgettable, award-winning evening affair at The Croft in Marriott Harbour Hotel and Suites, Dubai Marina. Indulge in an authentic British brunch served in a family-style sharing menu, all while enjoying stunning views of Dubai Marina. The brunch starts at Dhs 299 and runs from 1pm to 4pm.
Marriott
Boardwalk At Dubai Creek Resort
Celebrate Christmas Day on the terrace with Italian-inspired flavours, premium beverages, and sweeping creekside views at Boardwalk in Dubai Creek Resort, Deira. The experience is further enhanced by live entertainment, children’s activities, and a visit from Santa. Prices start at Dhs 495, and the brunch is from 1pm to 4pm.
Dubai Creek Resort
Giardino At Palazzo Versace
Take your epicurean adventure to the next level with a fabulous Christmas holiday feast with your family at Giardino in Palazzo Versace, Jaddaf Waterfront. The jungle-themed brunch offers a lavish buffet showcasing global favourites from British roast dinners to Indian and South Asian specialities. Choose a seat either indoors or outdoors by the pool-facing terrace to enjoy the fabulous entertainment program. Prices start at Dhs 675, and the brunch is from 1pm to 5pm.
Palazzo Versace
Skafos At Canopy By Hilton Dubai
This Christmas, enjoy a creekside Christmas brunch, a joyful afternoon filled with live entertainment, family-friendly fun, and holiday spirit at Skafos, docked inside Canopy By Hilton Dubai at Al Seef. Priced from Dhs 250, this laid-back brunch combines Skafos’ waterfront setting with an indulgent spread of international dishes and live grill stations. Savour seasonal specialties such as seared salmon with white crab, braised lamb shank, and antipasti, before exploring desserts like mascarpone profiteroles and waffles with all toppings. Santa makes an appearance, and a dedicated kids’ area offers sweet treats, movies, and festive surprises, making Christmas at Skafos a joyful, relaxed, and flavour-packed celebration for the entire family. The brunch is from 1pm to 4pm.
Skafos