The holy month of Ramadan is not only a time of fasting, prayer, charity, good deeds and actions, but also an important cultural event.
The spirit of Ramadan is present everywhere: at exhibitions, in art galleries, at lectures on Islamic traditions, at the Ramadan Night Market and, of course, at generous evening conversations - Iftar. We offer an overview of the best restaurants where you can enjoy dishes from the Arab world.
Al majlis
One of the most beautiful and largest tents for conversation in Dubai is located in the Madinat Jumeirah complex. A fancy design tent is crowned by a 25-meter pendant chandelier. The buffet offers dishes of Arabian and world cuisine, which are prepared in the presence of the client. The tent has an extensive dining area and many separate mejlises (traditional recreation areas) for small groups and corporate parties. The complex can accommodate up to 1000 guests at a time. Iftar and Suhur are served here in strict accordance with Arab traditions.
Cuisine: Arabic
Iftar: with sunset and until 20:30
Sukhur: from 21:30 to 03:00
Iftar price: AED 210 per person including juices, water and carbonated drinks
Additional information by phone: 4 432 3232
Address: Madinat Jumeirah, Mina A'Salam
Bab al shams
One of the most beautiful hotels in the Bab Al Shams desert during Ramadan offers Iftaras both indoors and outdoors in a Bedouin style, where you can fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Thousand and One Nights.
Cuisine: Arab
Restaurant Al Hadheerah: AED 250 per person
Time: from sunset until midnight
Address: Al Qudra Road Opposite Endurance City
Additional information by phone: 4 809 6194
Asateer tent
One of the most iconic and popular places for Iftar with a truly Arabian atmosphere, which is often visited by local celebrities. The menu features national Arabic dishes, including Lamb Kuzi with rice and spices; meat balls with onions in yogurt sauce "Kebbe beat Lyaban"; classic saadiya fish dish, Halumi cheese and more. Guests will also find a sea of oriental sweets and exotic varieties of ice cream. Here you can play chess or backgammon, smoke a hookah, enjoying the panorama of Dubai.
Iftar: from 18.30 to 20.30
Sukhur: from 21.30 to 02.30
Iftar price: AED 205 per person, Suhura - AED185
Address: Atlantis the Palm Hotel
Additional information by phone: 4 426 0800
Almaz by momo
Almaz by Momo Restaurant combines the interior of all countries of the world and offers the cuisine of North Africa and Lebanon with an additional mixture of Mediterranean dishes.
Cuisine: Moroccan, Lebanese
Iftar: from 19:00 to 21:00
Price: AED 175
Sukhur: from 21:00 to 02:00 AM
Address: The Beach at JBR
Additional information by phone: 4 809 6194
One & Only Royal Mirage
The atmosphere of true Arabia awaits all guests of the One & Only Royal Mirage Hotel during Ramadan. Iftar's menu will be on display at Tagine and The Rotisserie. After the conversation, you can move into the fresh air - on the terraces of Courtyard and Peregrine Garden to chat with friends while sipping Arabic coffee.
Price: from 210 AED per person
Time: from sunset until 02:30
Address: Al Sufouh Road, Jumeirah Beach
Additional information by phone: 4 399 99 99
Coya
Peruvian cuisine is extremely popular today. Coya Restaurant, originally opened in the Mayfair district of London, now invites you to immerse yourself in the ancient Inca world in Dubai at the Four Seasons Resort in Jumeirah. During Ramadan, a special Peruvian menu was developed in a new reading in the style of Middle Eastern cuisine.
Time: from 19: 00- 23:00, Wednesday - Friday from 19:00 to midnight.
Price: AED 240
Address: Restaurant Village, Four Seasons Dubai Hotel
Additional information by phone: 04 316 9600
Sky bubble tent
The lavish Arabian Iftar and Sukhur at height with stunning views of the night city, flooded with illumination, can be found at The Meydan Dubai.
Time: from sunset until 03:30
Price: AED 170
Address: The Meydan Hotel, Meydan Racecourse, Nad Al Sheb
Additional information by phone: 4 381 3111
Center for Cultural Understanding Sheikh Mohammed
For those who want to understand the deeper meaning of Ramadan and Muslim traditions, we recommend visiting Iftar at the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding, located in the heart of the historic Al Fahidi district. Interesting conversations and real Emirate food await you. During the conversation, you can ask any questions about the holy month of Ramadan, the culture and traditions of the UAE.
Time: every day from June 8 to July 4
Price: AED 135 per person, children under 12 years free
Address: House 26, Al Mussallah Road, Al Fahidi District, Bur Dubai
Additional information by phone: 04 353 6666
Flavors on two
Flavors on Two restaurant at Towers Rotana Dubai offers a generous buffet. The restaurant chef has created a special menu consisting of Arabic, Indian, Pakistani, Asian and international culinary traditions. It also offers exquisite Arabian desserts.
Cuisine: Arabic, International
Iftar: with sunset and until 20:30
Iftar price: AED 149 per person
Additional information by phone: 04 312 2201
Address: Towers Rotana Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Center 1
Layali tent
This year, Kempinski the Palm Hotel promises to please its guests with an even more interesting Iftar than last year (in 2015 Layali Tent was recognized by Gulf Business as the best place for Iftar and Sukhur in Dubai). With magnificent views of the Dubai skyline and Dubai Marina, Layali Tent offers a varied international menu, 30 kinds of hookah and various themed entertainment.
Cuisine: Arabic, International
Iftar: with sunset and until 21:00
Iftar price: AED 185 per person
Sukhur: from 22:30 to 03.00
Price of Sukhur: 95 AED 95
Additional information by phone: 4 444 2000
Address: Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah