If you are on the hunt for great Iftars to try out around Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown Dubai and Business Bay, then look no further, as Connector has compiled an in-depth roundup of some of the amazing Iftars.
Nujoom Ramadan, Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Make the most of the Iftar under the stars at Sofitel Dubai Downtown. Taking inspiration from the markets in Istanbul, Marrakesh and Persia, from sunset till late, delight in a brilliant meal with dishes that are sure to leave the palette singing for more. Prices are set at Dhs 145.
04-5036666
Dubai Opera
From sunset to 9.30pm, enjoy a scrumptious and luxurious Iftar during the Holy Month of Ramadan at Dubai Opera. Held in collaboration with Address Sky Views, tuck into a variety of international and Arabic dishes including lamb kibbeh, potato harra, aubergine moussaka, lamb kofta mandi rice, shish taouk, chocolate brownies, espresso tiramisu and more. Prices for the Iftar start at Dhs 580.
www.dubaiopera.com
Kitchen6, JW Marriott Marquis
Looking for an Iftar that serves amazing dishes from around the world? Located at JW Marriott Marquis, Kitchen6 is a great one to check out this Holy Month of Ramadan. Running from sunset to 11pm, delight in live cooking stations from Indian tandoors, Middle Eastern grills, Asian woks and more. Prices are set at Dhs 215.
www.marriott.com
Roberto's, DIFC
Delight in a delicious Iftar this Ramadan at Roberto's located in DIFC. From sunset to 8.30pm, tuck into scrumptious Italian cuisine with dishes including zucchini chips, beetroot hummus, pan-seared seabass fillet, chargrilled lamb loin, hibiscus pannacotta and more. Prices are set at Dhs 290 per person.
04-3860066
Ergo Dubai, The Edition Hotel Downtown Dubai
Located in The Edition Hotel Downtown Dubai, Ergo, from sunset to 9pm is making Ramadan one for all to enjoy. Relish in scrumptious dishes, including mushroom and parmesan tart and beef tartare. The Iftar is priced at Dhs 145 per person for a drink, two small plates and coffee dates.
04-5542456
CLAP, DIFC
Located at DIFC, CLAP is bringing diners an exquisite Iftar menu this Ramadan. Situated on the largest rooftop in DIFC, enjoy watching the sunset while tucking into delicious dishes, including goma kunafa dessert, marinated lamb rack, sea bass panko and more. Prices are set at Dhs 320 per person.
04-5693820
Rang Mahal, JW Marriott Marquis
Delight in an amazing selection of Indian dishes this Holy Month of Ramadan at Rang Mahal at JW Marriott Marquis. Make the Iftar a great one and from sunset to 11pm, relish in dishes like hot and cold mezze, vegetarian dishes and sweet treats. Prices are set at Dhs 225 per person.
www.marriott.com
Iftar Tent, SLS Dubai
SLS Dubai is hosting a memorable Iftar tent to serve diners amazing flavours. Situated on the rooftop, enjoy the views of Dubai and tuck into dishes including crumbled asparagus, rosti potato, short rib tajine, roasted carrots, saffron and pistachio kunafa and more. Prices are set at Dhs 185 per person.
054-9918120
Les Cuisines, Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Looking to take a trip along the same route taken by Ibn Battuta, the explorer? Les Cuisines at Sofitel Dubai Downtown is the place to be. From sunset to 10pm, relish in a variety of cuisines from around the world, including North Africa, Turkey, Iran, India, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia during the Holy Month. Prices are set at Dhs 250.
04-5036666
Punjab Grill, Anantara Downtown
Punjab Grill at Anatara Downtown is bringing the tastes of Punjab, India, to Iftar this Holy Month of Ramadan. From sunset to 9pm, enjoy a variety of dishes, including fattoush and masala falafel, prawn dum biryani, Hyderabadi haleem, Umm Ali, rasmalai and more. Prices start at Dhs 150 for a quick set Iftar menu and at Dhs 250 for a six-course menu.
050-1941107
India Bistro, Sheikh Zayed Road
Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, India Bistro is offering a delicious Indian Iftar meal this Ramadan, from 5pm to 9pm. Relish in dishes including butter chicken, kheema mutter, paneer khada masala, zaatar murgh tikka, lamb seekh kebab, gulab jamun and more. Prices are set at Dhs 79 per person.
052-6529353
LPM Restaurant and Bar, DIFC
Make this Holy Month of Ramadan a special one with an Iftar at LPM Restaurant and Bar in DIFC. Available from 6pm to 8pm, tuck into a four-course meal with dishes including grilled sea bream, marinated lamb cutlets, burrata, butter bean dip, salt cod croquettes, marinated baby chicken and more. Prices are set at Dhs 250 per person.
04-4390505
Beau Rivage Bistro, Grand Millennium Business Bay
Located at Grand Millennium Business Bay, Beau Rivage Bistro is a great place to enjoy a laid back Iftar experience. Delight in scrumptious Arabic dishes while taking in the stunning views of the Dubai skyline. To keep diners entertained, an Oud player will perform. Prices are set at Dhs 185 per person.
056-6829268
The Artisan, Waldorf Astoria DIFC
Delight in a special Iftar this Ramadan at The Artisan, located at Waldorf Astoria DIFC. While dining at the restaurant, tuck into a scrumptious Iftar meal with dishes including parmigiano reggiano, beetroot carpaccio, dates pannacotta and more.
04-3388133
Open Sesame Restaurant, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown
Make this Holy Month of Ramadan a great one with an amazing buffet at Open Sesame Restaurant, from sunset to 10pm. Located at Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown, tuck into delicious Middle Eastern and international dishes, including falafel, kebabs, grills, pasta, baklava and more. Prices are set at Dhs 180 per person.
04-2102222
Fi'lia, SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences
Located at SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences, Fi'lia is hosting a special Iftar for all to enjoy. Running from sunset to 7.30pm, relish in mouthwatering Italian and traditional dishes, that are sure to make the tastebuds sing. Prices are set at Dhs 175 per person.
04-6070737
CineScope Restaurant, Paramount Hotel Midtown
Delight in the tastes of California at CineScope Restaurant, located at Paramount Hotel Midtown. Enjoy a variety of dishes at the Iftar buffet, from sunset to 9pm. Prices for the buffet is set at Dhs 185 per person.
058-8265729
Hayal, St Regis Downtown Dubai
Located at St Regis Downtown Dubai, Hayal is serving diners with a special Iftar this Ramadan. Running from sunset to 8.30pm, delight in dishes including pide with Turkish sucuk, grills, shanklish, chocolate baklava and more. Prices start at Dhs 199 per person.
04-5125555
Hampstead Bakery and Cafe, Downtown Burj Khalifa
Hampstead Bakery and Cafe, located at Downtown Burj Khalifa, is offering a Ramadan meal with a lovely two or three-course menu. Tuck into dishes, from 6pm to 9pm, including chicken and rice, Hampstead steak, pain perdu and vimto mojito. The two-course meal is priced at Dhs 89 per person and is set at Dhs 119 for a three-course meal.
050-5830155
EKAI Restaurant and Lounge, Burj Daman DIFC
Looking for a fusion Iftar during Ramadan? EKAI Restaurant and Lounge, located at Burj Daman DIFC is serving Arabic and Japanese - Mediterranean flavours with dishes including eggplant parmigiana, wild rice salad, fish couscous, lamb stew, kunafa, Umm Ali and more. The Iftar is available from sunset to 9pm, with prices set at Dhs 139 per person.
04-5543392
Hotel Cartagena, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Located at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Hotel Cartagena is serving diners an Iftar meal from sunset to 10pm during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Tuck into dishes including baby gem avocado salad, lamb chuleton, pescado a la plancha, empanadas, churros con chocolate, keylime pie and more. Price for a three-course meal is set at Dhs 250 per person.
050-1197743
La Casa, DIFC
La Casa at DIFC is making the Holy Month of Ramadan one to remember. Tuck into dishes including seabass ceviche, potato gnocchi, spinach risotto, slow-cooked short ribs, prawn saganaki and more. Prices start at Dhs 250 per person.
052-4869301
The Restaurant, Address Sky Views
The Restaurant at Address Sky Views is offering diners a scrumptious Iftar buffet menu. Delight in the tunes of music players and tuck into a variety of dishes from hot mezze, curries, lamb ouzi, desserts and more. The Iftar is available from sunset to 9pm, with prices set at Dhs 260 per person.
04-2458888
Bull & Bear, Waldorf Astoria DIFC
Located at Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Bull & Bear is hosting a spectacular Iftar offer for all to enjoy. Running from sunset to 8.30pm, tuck into dishes including mixed grills, lamb melanzane, cheese kunafa, red lentil soup, carrot sliced baklava and more. Prices are set at Dhs 245 per person.
04-5159888
The Crossing, The H Dubai
Enjoy an amazing meal during the Holy Month of Ramadan at The Crossing at The H Dubai. From 6pm to 9pm, diners can tuck into a lovely five-course Iftar menu with dishes including mutton pulav, kofta, bottle masala, broccolini malai and more. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are available, with prices set at Dhs 175 per person.
04-4919695
Hutong, DIFC
Celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan with a special Iftar from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Hutong, located in DIFC. Tuck into a delicious four-course Northern Chinese flavours meal with dishes including chicken broth and mushroom dumplings, roasted Peking duck, chicken stir-fried in truffle sauce and more. Prices are set at Dhs 198 per person.
04-2200868
Entre-Nous, Novotel World Trade Centre
Entre-Nous, located at Novotel World Trade Centre, is offering diners a great Iftar throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. From sunset to 11pm, delight in a traditional Iftar buffet with dishes including sambusek, fatayer, lamb ouzi, mezze, kunafa and more. Prices are set at Dhs 149 per person.
04-3328150
La Cruise Restaurant, Canal Central Hotel Business Bay
Situated at Canal Central Hotel Business Bay, La Cruise Restaurant is making Iftar all the more delightful. From sunset to 9pm, enjoy the views of Burj Khalifa and tuck into international and Arabic flavours. Prices are set at Dhs 149 per person.
04-8732100
Armani/Pavilion, Armani Hotel Dubai
Running from sunset to 9pm, Armani/Pavilion is offering a delicious Iftar celebration for all to enjoy. Located at Armani Hotel, Downtown Dubai, enjoy the pleasant weather while sitting outside and tucking into delicious dishes and Ramadan juices. While eating, get mesmerised by the sounds of the resident oud and tabla musicians. Prices are set at Dhs 365 per person.
04-8883601
Bombay Borough, DIFC
From 6pm to 9pm, Bombay Borough at DIFC is celebrating with a memorable Iftar with delicious Indian flavours. Relish in a four-course menu including butter chicken kulcha, berry dahi vada, Konkan fish fingers, rechado grilled prawns, Malabar lamb chops, tandoori fondue mushrooms and more. Prices are set at Dhs 205 per person.
054-9958296
The Restaurant, Address Fountain Views
Looking for a great place to enjoy a delicious buffet spread? The Restaurant is the place to check out. Running from sunset to 9pm, delight in a wide variety of dishes from around the world, including sushi, mezze, live stations, mains and more. While tucking in, enjoy traditional tunes. Prices start at Dhs 250 per person.
04-2458888
Carna by Dario Cecchini, SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences
Located at SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences, Business Bay, Carna by Dario Cecchini is bringing diners a special Iftar using locally sourced ingredients. Throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan, from sunset to 8pm, delight in amazing Italian and Middle Eastern food with dishes including red pepper hummus, Italian spicy shakshuka, roasted lamb, local seabass paccheri, mango chilli kunafa and more. Prices are set at Dhs 225 per person.
04-6070737
Basko, Opus by Omniyat Tower
Located at Opus by Omniyat Tower, Basko is offering a scrumptious five-course menu. Running from sunset to 9pm, delight in amazing dishes, including mushroom soup, huevos rotos, saffron milk cake and more. Prices are set at Dhs 290 per person.
04-5824242
Siraj Restaurant, Souk Al Bahar
Delight in a scrumptious Iftar meal at Siraj Restaurant, located at Souk Al Bahar. From sunset to 9pm, tuck into amazing traditional Ramadan dishes, while taking in the stunning views of Burj Khalifa. Prices are set at Dhs 160 per person.
04-5136207
Vyne Restaurant and Terrace, The First Collection Business Bay
Located at The First Collection Business Bay, Vyne Restaurant and Terrace is set to bring a great al fresco dining experience for all to enjoy throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan from sunset to 9pm. Tuck into delicious and mouthwatering Arabic cuisine with dishes including mansaf, mixed grills, harira, lamb ouzi and more. Prices are set at Dhs 165 per person.
04-8734422
Feast Restaurant, Sheraton Grand Hotel
Feast Restaurant is bringing a great Iftar to enjoy during Ramadan. Available from sunset to 10pm during the Holy Month, tuck into a variety of delicacies, including chicken satay, Chinese roasted chicken, biryani, fish penang Laska noodles, nasi goreng, basbousa and more. Prices are set at Dhs 250 per person.
04-5034444
Al Waha, Conrad Dubai
Al Waha, located at Conrad Dubai, is celebrating Ramadan with a special Iftar. Take in the views of Sheikh Zayed Road and listen to the tunes of a Qanun player, and delight in dishes including lamb ouzi, lamb mandi, cheese kunefe, baklava pistachio and more. Running from sunset to 9pm, the Iftar is priced at Dhs 240 per person.
04-4447444
Jun's, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard
Located on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Jun's is offering diners a delightful Iftar. From sunset onwards, tuck into a variety of delicacies including miso butternut squash soup, Chinese lumpia, Malaysian Wagyu short rib mandi clay pot rice, sweet and sour snapper, braised lamb neck congee and more. Prices are set at Dhs 200 per person.
04-4576035
Ramadan Garden, Habtoor Palace
Habtoor Palace is hosting a special Ramadan Garden that is sure to be a staple during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Delight in a variety of international as well as Arabic dishes from sunset to 8.30pm. Diners can also enjoy live entertainment, stunning decor and fun games. Prices are set at Dhs 250.
04-4355577
Aamara, voco Hotel
Located at voco Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, Aamara is serving diners a multitude of cuisines from Middle Eastern, Asian to Mediterranean. Enjoy dishes including biryani, kebabs, salads, curries and more. Prices are set at Dhs 200 per person.
052-5735723
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