Dubai’s dining and nightlife scene is buzzing with fresh openings, exciting deals, and flavour-packed experiences to suit every mood. From lively midweek game nights and value-packed happy hours to indulgent business lunches and standout tasting menus, the city offers endless ways to eat, drink, and unwind.
Here's Connector's round-up of this week's dining deals.
One-Night Tapas Experience At B-Heaven By Barceló
B-Heaven by Barceló, the vibrant rooftop restaurant at Barceló Al Jaddaf, is hosting a one-night Michelin collaboration on Monday, 26 January 2026, featuring Chef Kisko García of one-Michelin-starred Restaurant Choco, Córdoba. From 7.30pm to 10.30pm, diners can enjoy Spanish beef and lamb tapas, blending Chef García’s contemporary Spanish techniques with B-Heaven’s Caribbean flair. Highlights include lamb burgers, café de Paris sirloin, crispy shrimp with ají amarillo, and mini cachapas. Packages start at Dhs 325.
B-Heaven Dubai
Tricolour-Inspired Desserts At Mövenpick JLT
Rohini at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers celebrates Indian Republic Day with a tricolour-inspired dessert trio, tiranga kalakand, pistachio malai ke motichur, and jalebi with kesar rabdi. The sweet treats are available from up to 26 January. Part of a special Republic Day set menu, the offering also includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian favourites like dahi bhalla, zafrani murgh tikka, dal makhni, Rajasthani laal maas, and more. The vegetarian menu is priced at Dhs 139 per person and the non-vegetarian menu costs Dhs 159 per person.
Mövenpick Hotels And Resorts
Wednesday Houseparty Games Night At Permit Room
The Permit Room at Majestic City Retreat brings midweek buzz with its Houseparty Games Night every Wednesday from 8.30pm to 11pm. Hosted by energetic emcee Dhruv Maniar, the weekly event features interactive games, friendly competition, music, and a lively house-party vibe. Guests can compete solo or with friends to win Dhs 1,000 worth of food and beverage vouchers, spread across Dhs 50, Dhs 100, and Dhs 200. Entry is free, with food and drinks available à la carte, making it a fun, social late-night destination in Dubai.
Permit Room
Indulge In A Wide Range Of Curries At Dip Dash, Dubai
Dip Dash in Al Barsha and Social Distrikt Downtown continue to redefine pan-Asian vegetarian and vegan dining with a curry selection built on its house-made dips and pastes. Highlights include the comforting Malaysian bamboo curry with coconut and bamboo shoots, the aromatic Thai green curry with fresh herbs, and the Burmese khow suey with silky noodles and crunchy toppings. Bold flavours shine in the wild mapo tofu, while the jungle Ramen blends Southeast Asian spice with Japanese technique. Each dish delivers depth, warmth, and character.
Dip Dash
The Coop House Café Opens In Sobha Hartland
The Coop House Café has opened at Sobha Hartland, extending the much-loved neighbourhood Italian brand beyond its original Mirdif home. The café offers relaxed all-day dining that moves seamlessly from morning coffee to unhurried lunches and intimate dinners. Rooted in Italian café culture and inspired by European neighbourhood spots, it blends comfort food, artisanal coffee, and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu features favourites such as shakshuka, avocado toast, burrata and seafood pizza, alongside truffle risotto, bone marrow risotto and char-grilled salmon.
The Coop House
Dhs 11 Happy Hour At The Groove House, Downtown Dubai
The Groove House at Pullman Dubai Downtown has launched one of the city’s most accessible happy hours, offering Dhs 11 house pours and selected beverages daily until 11pm. Positioned as a laid-back neighbourhood bar in the heart of Downtown, The Groove House pairs its drinks with shareable favourites such as sliders, wings, butter garlic prawns, fish and chips, dimsums and butter chicken bao. Available every day, including weekends, the deal also includes 50% off all other beverages, making it ideal for both quick after-work drinks and relaxed evenings.
The Groove House, Downtown Dubai
Nine-Course Menu At Ossiano Restaurant, Atlantis Dubai
Ossiano at Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai, has launched a new nine-course tasting menu under Executive Chef Rémy Marquignon. The immersive fine-dining experience, set beside the aquarium, starts at Dhs 1,250 per person, with optional beverage pairings. The menu features creative progressions from canapés to seafood-led courses like king crab and smoked aubergine, a choice of wild brill or A5 Australian wagyu mains, and finishes with elegant desserts. This refined set highlights seasonal, premium ingredients and a narrative culinary journey.
Ossiano Restaurant, Atlantis Dubai
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
Giant Croissant At BohoX
A giant croissant for breakfast? If you’re nodding, you need to head to BohoX on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai. Take a huge bite from the 90cm long croissant and follow it with a sip from the 5-litre cappuccino. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, and an amazing option for breakfast all day in Dubai, this is the biggest treat you’ll find anywhere in the UAE! You need to book 48 hours in advance to get your fill of the most scrumptious combo.
BohoX
Zea, New Mediterranean Restaurant And Lounge At DIFC
Zea opens at Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, introducing a refined Mediterranean dining destination with a contemporary edge. Inspired by the ancient Greek ‘grain of life,’ Zea blends elevated cuisine, crafted cocktails, and a dynamic social atmosphere. Led by Chef Donovan Clive Christian, the menu highlights coastal flavours from France, Italy, Spain, and Greece, accented with subtle Peruvian influences. Fire-driven techniques, premium produce, and sharing-style dishes define the experience, complemented by Mediterranean-inspired cocktails.
Zea
Food, Culture And Nighttime Fun At Chalet Berezka
Chalet Berezka in Palm Jumeirah Mall, is a destination where exceptional cuisine and fantastic entertainment go hand in hand. Catering to an international audience, the venue combines fresh ingredients and traditional Russian dishes with influences from around the world. Guests can enjoy culinary treats, unique shishas, and karaoke entertainment that continue into the early morning hours. For those who prefer to dine at home or in the office, Chalet Berezka also offers delivery of restaurant dishes prepared by the chef. With friendly and qualified staff, diverse cuisine, and a talented art team, Chalet Berezka is also well-suited for hosting successful private events and celebrations.
Chalet Berezka
Business Lunch At Central Restaurant, ME By Meliá Dubai
This January, Central Restaurant in ME by Meliá Dubai, invites guests to unwind with its business lunch, a seasonal, thoughtfully curated experience celebrating comforting flavours and refined touches. The menu features highlights like smoky charred broccoli with cranberries and bacon, golden velvet soup, papaya mist with smoked salmon, coral catch grilled prawn salad, sun souvlaki with tender chicken, and ricotta fold spinach and ricotta ravioli. A selection of desserts completes the midday retreat. The lunch is available Monday to Friday, noon to 6pm, at Dhs 125 per person.
ME By Meliá Dubai
Winter Afternoon Tea At The Lobby Lounge, Address Downtown
The Lobby Lounge at Address Downtown lets you enjoy a sophisticated yet laid-back setting to unwind over an indulgent afternoon tea. Binge on a selection of gourmet sandwiches, scones, savouries, and hand-picked signature blends. Its elegant design exudes an effortless charm, as you enjoy light, uplifting music, floral embellishments, aromatic coffee, and a range of exceptional pastries. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment with a harpist every Thursday and a pianist every Friday at 7pm. The afternoon tea is available daily from 3pm to 7pm.
Address Hotels
Tricolour-Inspired Desserts At Mövenpick JLT
Rohini at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers celebrates Indian Republic Day with a tricolour-inspired dessert trio, tiranga kalakand, pistachio malai ke motichur, and jalebi with kesar rabdi. The sweet treats are available from up to 26 January. Part of a special Republic Day set menu, the offering also includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian favourites like dahi bhalla, zafrani murgh tikka, dal makhni, Rajasthani laal maas, and more. The vegetarian menu is priced at Dhs 139 per person and the non-vegetarian menu costs Dhs 159 per person.
Mövenpick Hotels And Resorts
Ladies Night At Level 43 Sky Lounge, Four Points By Sheraton
Celebrate midweek in style at Level 43 Sky Lounge in Four Points By Sheraton. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, guests can enjoy a lively evening with unlimited selected beverages, a sushi platter, and one portion of edamame, set against breathtaking city views. Perfect for catching up with friends in a vibrant rooftop setting, the ladies’ night is available every Wednesday, from 7pm to 10pm and costs Dhs 143 per person.
Level 43 Sky Lounge
Artisan Bakers Reopens Its Garden Concept Store At Al Quoz
Artisan Bakers has reopened its refurbished and expanded The Garden Concept on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Quoz, marking a new chapter for the brand’s sixth Dubai outlet. The refreshed menu introduces upgraded savoury dishes, refreshed breakfast favourites, and a stronger focus on specialty coffee. Weekly specials will rotate exclusively at this location, while a newly introduced business lunch, priced at Dhs 89 for a 2 two-course meal and Dhs 103 for a three-course meal, adds to its all-day appeal.
Signature dishes include the benedict royale and the prawn chilli herb cream with saffron rice. Other highlights include fish and chips with tartare sauce and Artisan’s morning delight toast, while bakery favourites such as the plain croissant, pain au chocolat, pistachio croissant, mango mousse cake, and kifaya cake remain at the heart of the experience.
Artisan Bakers