This week in Dubai, Connector brings you some of the freshest and most irresistible dining offers to tempt your taste buds. From winter special menus to inventive dishes and offers, our list highlights what’s worth trying right now. Whether you're craving international flavours or exclusive chef specials, there's a wealth of mouthwatering options just waiting to be savoured. Dive in!
Winter Special Drinks Menu At Stir Coffee
Stir Coffee at Jumeirah Village Triangle, welcomes the cooler months with a limited-time winter drink specials menu designed for comfort and cosy indulgence. Available throughout winter and served hot or iced, the selection features festive flavours perfect for any time of day. Highlights include a refreshing peppermint matcha, a classic gingerbread latte with warming spices, and a rich, velvety hot chocolate. Best enjoyed in Stir’s relaxed café setting, the menu lets you slow down and savour the season.
Stir Coffee
Lady Bird, New Cocktail-Led Bar At 25 Jump Street
Lady Bird is a new cocktail-led neighbourhood bar at 25 Jump Street. Inspired by the lucky ladybird, the space blends cosy charm with playful character, inviting guests to linger. Its drinks-first concept features seven signature cocktail archetypes, each expressing a distinct mood. The food menu offers refined comfort dishes designed to complement the beverages, from light daytime plates to indulgent sharing options. With warm interiors, thoughtful cocktails and elevated yet familiar cuisine, Lady Bird promises an inviting spot for relaxed drinks, dining and conversation.
Lady Bird Dubai
Maison Goose, New Sea-Lounge At Drift Beach
Now taking over Drift Beach at One And Only Royal Mirage, Maison Goose launches in the Middle East for the first time, unveiling a French Riviera–inspired sea lounge designed for unhurried afternoons, elevated cocktails, and the kind of atmosphere that naturally becomes a talking point. Think coastal elegance, riviera rhythm, and a setting made for lingering long after the sun begins to dip.
Maison Goose captures the essence of French leisure - effortless, refined, and intentionally indulgent, bringing the spirit of elegance, spontaneity, and joie de vivre to the city’s shores.
One And Only Resorts
Sun Kissed Brunch At Al Manara Beach Bar, Al Habtoor Grand Resort
Bask in the glow of the weekend with the Sun Kissed Brunch at Al Manara Beach Bar in Al Habtoor Grand Resort, where the rhythm of the waves meets bright brunch vibes. Available every Saturday, guests can spend the day by the sunbeds with a relaxed seaside breakfast from 9.30am to 11.30am, then dive into a lively beach brunch from 12.30pm to 4pm featuring international favourites, live cooking stations, and upbeat tunes that keep the energy flowing all afternoon.
While adults soak in the sunshine, children can enjoy a fun-filled time at the Kids’ Club, complete with face painting, making it a perfect family beach day. Packages start at Dhs 350.
Al Habtoor Grand Resort
Ladies Night At Brass Monkey
Brass Monkey at City Walk turns Wednesdays into a midweek highlight with its lively Ladies Night. From 7pm to 1am, enjoy four drinks and two dishes for Dhs 145, featuring favourites like barbecue chicken wings, prawn gyoza, classic sliders with Angus beef and homemade pickles, and cheesecake for dessert. With games, music, and great energy, Brass Monkey is the perfect spot for a fun evening out with friends.
Brass Monkey
Business Lunch At BASTA!
At The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, BASTA! brings a taste of Italy to lunchtime with its refined Business Lunch. Available Monday to Friday from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, guests can enjoy a two-course menu for Dhs 130, featuring favourites such as carpaccio di fassona, made with thinly sliced raw beef, rigatoni cacio e pepe, a creamy pasta made with cheese and black pepper, and filetto di branzino alla griglia, a dish made of tender grilled sea bass fillets. End on a sweet note with creamy tiramisu or classic gelato in the relaxed, trattoria-style setting.
BASTA
Moonlit Evening Brunch At Eva Beach Club
Eva Beach House, on West Beach Palm Jumeirah is a tasteful location for beach and food lovers to enjoy two of their favourite things at once. With a dreamy dining setting, this is the best place to enjoy a Friday evening brunch. Packages start at Dhs 295 and the brunch is available every Friday from 7pm to 11pm.
Begin with a selection of mezze, which includes silky tzatziki and tyrokafteri served with warm toasted pita, a bright Greek salad with organic tomatoes and feta, crispy golden calamari accompanied by tartare sauce, chilli and lemon, garlic-chilli prawns sautéed in herb butter and finished with chives, and aubergine parmigiana layered with cherry tomato sauce and creamy burrata.
For the main course, guests can choose from grilled sea bream with arugula and cherry tomato salad, linguine with lobster in cherry tomato sauce, crowned with half a grilled lobster, slow-braised short ribs with mashed potatoes, and much more. Dessert is made for sharing: Mini Pistachio Katmer, a warm, flaky pastry filled with pistachio and served fresh from the oven.
Eva Beach Club
Poolside Dinner And Drinks At FLO Pool Bar
FLO Pool Bar at Vida Dubai Mall turns up the festive vibes with a night of flavour, flow, and fun. Think two hours of unlimited house beverages, sharing plates made for indulgence, and skyline views that sparkle just right. Whether it’s a catch-up with friends or a night that runs past dessert, this is festive dining done Vida-style. Sip, nibble, and enjoy, all set to background beats and that signature Vida energy. Packages start at Dhs 199.
Vida Dubai Mall
Winter Afternoon Tea At The Lobby Lounge
Set against the sparkling Burj Khalifa and glittering cityscape, the Lobby Lounge in Address Downtown provides a luxurious, intimate retreat from the city’s bustle.
The menu includes Canadian lobster with caviar, asparagus tartelette with lemon gel, and wagyu beef coppa with comté cheese, followed by sweet creations like rose and raspberry tartelette, pistachio choux, and chocolate gâteaux. Freshly baked scones, fine teas, and aromatic coffees complete the experience. Priced at Dhs 195 per person, this one is perfect for indulging in the season’s subtle luxuries. Guests can enjoy the afternoon tea every day from 3pm to 7pm.
Address Downtown
Late Night Dining At Honeycomb Hi-Fi
Honeycomb Hi-Fi at Pullman Dubai Downtown invites night owls to its new 'Late Night Happy Hour', running Sundays to Thursdays from 11pm to 1am. Guests can unwind with creative beverages and small plates like spicy padrón peppers, glazed chicken skewers, tender lamb dumplings, and comforting dan dan noodles, all priced between Dhs 35 and 60. It’s the perfect spot for those who like their nights long, flavours bold, and pocket-friendly.
Honeycomb Hi-Fi