Looking for eats to try this week in Dubai? Whether you’re after sky-high fine dining, beachfront brunches, or unbeatable sushi deals, the city has something on the menu for every taste.
Here’s your curated list of the top Abu Dhabi and Dubai dining experiences to check out right now – with prices, opening times, and links for easy booking.
Dubai
1. Al Muntaha – Elegant French Dining with Iconic Views
Experience fine French cuisine from the 27th floor of the Burj Al Arab. Al Muntaha offers an unforgettable gastronomic journey matched with stunning views of Dubai’s coastline.
📍 Burj Al Arab, Umm Suqeim
🕒 Open daily: 12.30pm–2.30pm, 7pm–10pm
📞 800 323 232
🌐 Visit website
2. Birds – Dinner and a Show at Address Downtown
Located on the 63rd floor of Address Downtown, Birds dazzles diners with live music, dance, aerial acts, and a standout menu featuring king crab with soba matcha noodles and Japanese wagyu tataki.
📍 Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai
🕒 Tues–Sun: 5pm–3am
📞 04 436 8888
🌐 addresshotels.com
3. Carna by Dario Cecchini – Tuscany-Inspired Cuts in Business Bay
Tuck into Chianti sushi and Tuscany’s iconic bistecca alla Fiorentina at Carna, led by Italy’s most famous butcher. Expect ethical, sustainable fare with top-tier views.
📍 SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences, Business Bay
🕒 Daily: 6.30pm–1am
📞 04 607 0757
🌐 sbe.com/restaurants/carna/dubai
4. CouCou – Mediterranean Dining with a Skyline Backdrop
Located 240m above ground, CouCou Dubai serves up seafood, premium meats, and Mediterranean flavours with 360-degree views from The View at The Palm. It’s a hotspot for date nights and social feeds alike.
📍 Level 52, The Palm Tower
🕒 Daily: 8pm–2am
📞 052 451 2188
🌐 coucou-dubai.com
5. SUSHISAMBA – Global Vibes and Japanese Flair
Perched on the 51st floor of The Palm Tower, SUSHISAMBA is a fusion of Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisines. With vibrant energy and Insta-worthy décor, it’s a must-visit this week.
📍 Palm Jumeirah, The Palm Tower
🕒 Mon–Thurs: noon–3pm, 6pm–2am; Fri–Sun until 3am
📞 04 278 4888
🌐 sushisamba.com
6. Hutong – Dark Brunch with Entertainment in DIFC
Hutong’s Dark Brunch is part nightlife, part luxury dining. Held every Thursday night, this Chinese-themed experience includes table-side performances and a top-tier sharing menu.
📍 Gate Building 6, DIFC
🕒 Thu: 9pm–11.45pm
💰 Dhs288–Dhs688 depending on drinks package
📞 04 220 0868
🌐 hutong-dubai.com
7. Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge – Boho Brunch by the Sea
Relax with a three-course, sharing-style beachfront brunch accompanied by live DJ sets and a fire show on full moon nights. A perfect mix of chill and spectacle.
📍 Sofitel Dubai The Palm
🕒 Fri: 8pm–11pm
💰 Dhs299 (ladies), Dhs349 (gents)
📞 052 925 0736
📱 @lagunabeachdubai on Instagram
8. Sushi Sundays at Canary Club – Unlimited Sushi for AED150
Feast on unlimited sushi every Sunday at Canary Club. Add free-flowing drinks for an unforgettable end to your weekend.
📍 JLT
🕒 Sun: 1pm–5pm
💰 From AED150 per person
🌐 jlt.ae
9. En Fuego Brunch – South American Fiesta at Atlantis
For bold flavours and lively vibes, En Fuego’s Viva Del Carnaval brunch delivers with tacos, mariachi bands, and a carnival-like atmosphere at Atlantis The Palm.
📍 Atlantis The Palm
🕒 Sat: 1pm–4pm
💰 Dhs350 (soft), Dhs450 (house), Dhs550 (sparkling)
📞 04 426 0750
🌐 atlantis.com/enfuego
Abu Dhabi
1. Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori – Business Lunch Upgrade
Award-winning Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori launches a sophisticated business lunch with curated three- and four-course options starting from just AED79. Chef Akmal Anuar’s creations are visually stunning and flavour-packed.
📍 Marina Mall
🕒 Mon–Thurs: 1pm–5pm
💰 AED79 (three courses), AED108 (four courses)
🌐 Goldfish Dubai
2. Brunch by the Surf: Ilios Abu Dhabi’s Aegean Sunday Vibes
Tuck into a luxe Mediterranean brunch while watching surfers ride the world’s biggest wave pool at Ilios Abu Dhabi. Set by the record-breaking Surf Abu Dhabi, this Grecian-inspired spot offers a Sunday Aegean Brunch complete with pool access, DJ beats, and standout dishes like grilled octopus, sea bass fillet, and citrus éclairs.
📍 Ilois Abu Dhabi, Hudayriat Island
💰 AED 325–450
🌐 @ilios.abudhabi on Instagram
3. Back with a Bang: Nahaam Brunch 2.0 at Conrad Abu Dhabi
One of the capital’s most iconic brunches has leveled up. Nahaam 2.0 brings high-energy vibes, a globe-trotting buffet with stations from top restaurants like Jose by Pizarro and Moksh, epic desserts, revolving trolleys, and live music that keeps the dance floor packed. Pool and beach access?
📍 Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
🕒 Saturdays
💰 AED 495
🌐 @conradetihadtowers on Instagram
4. Mediterranean Mornings & Elegant Evenings at Villa Sélène
Chic and serene, Villa Sélène blends French, Greek, and Italian flair into every bite. Start your day with crêpes or the signature Sélène Breakfast, or drop by for oysters, octopus carpaccio, and aubergine parmesan by night. A stylish escape where simplicity meets indulgence.
📍 Yas Links Abu Dhabi
🕒 Open daily from 6:30am to 11pm
🌐 Call 971 054 990 4246 or email dining.ylad@viyagolf.com.
4. Artful Bites at Taparelle, Manarat Al Saadiyat
Blending French-Italian finesse with Mediterranean soul, Taparelle delivers elegant, feel-good fare in a stylish, art-filled space. Think sun-drenched breakfasts, generous Saturday brunches, and refined simplicity done right.
📍Manarat Al Saadiyat
🕒 Open daily
🌐 Call 02 657 5832 or email info@taparelle.com
5. Midday Zen: Business Lunch at NIRI
Refined, relaxed, and full of flavour—NIRI’s new three-course Business Lunch is a masterclass in modern Japanese dining. For AED 99, enjoy miso soup, a choice of signature starters and mains like unagi don or spicy salmon maki, plus a refreshing mocktail.
🕒 Open daily
💰 AED 99
🌐 Email reservations@nirirestaurant.com or call +971 2 546 8886. @niriabudhabi
