With so many iftars going on in the city, it can get confusing trying to pick the best ones – that’s why we’re here. So, you can have a great time with friends and family, while spending less time on deciding where to go.
We’ve cherry-picked only the most massive feasts happening across the city – so be prepared for an unforgettable iftar at these spectacular venues in Dubai.
Al Majlis
One of the most lavish iftar buffets in the city, Al Majlis at the Madinat Jumeirah is simply an experience you can’t miss. With a huge buffet selection, you’ll be in for an evening of great food, beautiful views and Arabian hospitality. There’ll be plenty of live cooking stations and desserts for you to choose – we’d advise booking an early spot for this one because of its popularity. Packages start from AED 220 per person.
Location: Madinat Jumeirah Arena | Contact Info: 04-366 8888
Al Waha Restaurant
Enjoy all your favorite dishes at Al Waha Restaurant this Ramadan. Located in the Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay, you can expect a delicious food spread featuring traditional delights at their grand iftar buffet. You’ll be in for a great evening with family and friends as you feast on scrumptious dishes and delicious desserts too. Packages start from AED 95 per person.
Location: Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay | Contact Info: 04-247 3333
Asateer
It doesn’t get more luxurious than this – the iconic Atlantis is bringing back its Asateer Tent for Ramadan this year. With mouth-watering dishes brought straight from some of the best restaurants in Dubai, expect a nice mix of all your Arabic favorites such as lamb kebbeh and shawarma. Don’t worry about desserts – there are 10 dessert stations as well as an ice cream station. Packages start from AED 220 per person.
Location: Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, The Palm | Contact Info: 04-426 2000
BHAR
What’s not to love about an iftar buffet that consists of only the chef’s finest selection of dishes?! With a special menu created only for Ramadan, indulge in traditional Middle Eastern dishes prepared with a modern twist – Chef Mohanad has added his own magic touch to the classics. The iftar takes place from sunset until 9pm. Packages start from AED 195 per person.
Location: Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Marasi Drive | Contact Info: 04-512 5511
Ewaan
One of the most popular Ramadan tents in the city is back at the Palace Downtown. If you’ve always wanted to experience a traditional iftar, this would be your best bet. Enjoy a selection of the finest Middle Eastern and international dishes at the buffet while soaking up local culture in traditional settings. Soothing oud music will further set the mood for the evening. Packages start from AED 255 per person.
Location: Palace Downtown | Contact Info: 04-428 7938
Fairuz Ramadan Tent
This one’s a feast for the eyes too! The beautiful Fairuz Ramadan Tent at Fairmont The Palm will be hosting a grand iftar buffet complete with traditional delights, entertainment and Middle Eastern hospitality. The ballroom will be transformed into a gorgeous Arabian Nights-inspired space, so make sure your keep your cameras fully charged. Packages start from AED 215 per head.
Location: Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah | Contact Info: 04-457 3388
La Fontana
The gorgeous La Fontana restaurant will be hosting a huge iftar buffet featuring only the best in Arabic, European and Far Eastern cuisines. With live cooking stations dotted across the venue, choose from a selection of hot and cold mezze along with scrumptious signature dishes the whole evening. What’s more, after a grand meal, head to the pool area to enjoy a fabulous hubbly-bubbly.
Packages start from AED 179 per person.
Location: Stella Di Mare, Dubai Marina | Contact Info: 04-563 5555
NAY
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This Ramadan, Nay Restaurant & Lounge will offer you a double deal! Iftar at sunset and Suhoor from 10pm. Enjoy an array of classics of Lebanese cuisine in pure Ramadan style. It doesn’t end there. During Suhoor, the oud duo will perform every night to delight you with classic Ramadan music. Packages for Iftar start from AED 75 per head while for Suhoor from AED 175.
Location: C-level North Tower, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC | Contact Info: 04-351 6660
QD’s
Having been a firm favorite with Dubai’s social butterflies for many years now, QD’s will be hosting a special iftar buffet in their Ramadan Tent. With its perfect location overlooking the fabulous Dubai Creek, you’ll be in for a massive feast along with incredible views of the Arabian Gulf. You can also choose your favorite hubbly-bubbly after dinner. Packages start from AED 170 per person.
Location: Dubai Creek Golf And Yacht Club | Contact Info: 04-295 6000
Ramadan Majlis
Interested in a traditional iftar experience? Don’t look further than the Ramadan Majlis set up at the swanky Ritz-Carlton in DIFC. With a variety of traditional and international dishes on the menu, you’re going to be spoiled for choice at this grand buffet. Make sure you leave enough room for their delicious desserts at the end of the iftar – you’ll regret it if you don’t. Packages start from AED 179 per head.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Gate Village, DIFC | Contact Info: 04-372 2222
Serdaal Ballroom
Fancy an iftar in one of the most fabulous spots in Dubai? Head to The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina for a grand buffet that’ll leave you smacking your lips in delight. Being held at the Serdaal Ballroom, choose from a selection of traditional delicacies including lamb ouzi and mixed grills. There’s even a dedicated shawarma corner. Packages start from AED 155 per person.
Location: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina, Dubai Marina | Contact Info: 04-511 7373
The Market
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Here’s an iftar for the whole family to enjoy. The Market at Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City has organized a special feast that’ll include both local and international favorites – prepared at one of their six live cooking stations. Having made a name in the city for their weekly family brunch, you can even bring the kiddies who’ll have plenty to do as well. Packages start from AED 185 per head.
Location: The Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City | Contact Info: 04-435 5577
**Pictures courtesy of venue’s Facebook page or website**
We’ve cherry-picked only the most massive feasts happening across the city – so be prepared for an unforgettable iftar at these spectacular venues in Dubai.
Al Majlis
One of the most lavish iftar buffets in the city, Al Majlis at the Madinat Jumeirah is simply an experience you can’t miss. With a huge buffet selection, you’ll be in for an evening of great food, beautiful views and Arabian hospitality. There’ll be plenty of live cooking stations and desserts for you to choose – we’d advise booking an early spot for this one because of its popularity. Packages start from AED 220 per person.
Location: Madinat Jumeirah Arena | Contact Info: 04-366 8888
Al Waha Restaurant
Enjoy all your favorite dishes at Al Waha Restaurant this Ramadan. Located in the Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay, you can expect a delicious food spread featuring traditional delights at their grand iftar buffet. You’ll be in for a great evening with family and friends as you feast on scrumptious dishes and delicious desserts too. Packages start from AED 95 per person.
Location: Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay | Contact Info: 04-247 3333
Asateer
It doesn’t get more luxurious than this – the iconic Atlantis is bringing back its Asateer Tent for Ramadan this year. With mouth-watering dishes brought straight from some of the best restaurants in Dubai, expect a nice mix of all your Arabic favorites such as lamb kebbeh and shawarma. Don’t worry about desserts – there are 10 dessert stations as well as an ice cream station. Packages start from AED 220 per person.
Location: Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, The Palm | Contact Info: 04-426 2000
BHAR
What’s not to love about an iftar buffet that consists of only the chef’s finest selection of dishes?! With a special menu created only for Ramadan, indulge in traditional Middle Eastern dishes prepared with a modern twist – Chef Mohanad has added his own magic touch to the classics. The iftar takes place from sunset until 9pm. Packages start from AED 195 per person.
Location: Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Marasi Drive | Contact Info: 04-512 5511
Ewaan
One of the most popular Ramadan tents in the city is back at the Palace Downtown. If you’ve always wanted to experience a traditional iftar, this would be your best bet. Enjoy a selection of the finest Middle Eastern and international dishes at the buffet while soaking up local culture in traditional settings. Soothing oud music will further set the mood for the evening. Packages start from AED 255 per person.
Location: Palace Downtown | Contact Info: 04-428 7938
Fairuz Ramadan Tent
This one’s a feast for the eyes too! The beautiful Fairuz Ramadan Tent at Fairmont The Palm will be hosting a grand iftar buffet complete with traditional delights, entertainment and Middle Eastern hospitality. The ballroom will be transformed into a gorgeous Arabian Nights-inspired space, so make sure your keep your cameras fully charged. Packages start from AED 215 per head.
Location: Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah | Contact Info: 04-457 3388
La Fontana
The gorgeous La Fontana restaurant will be hosting a huge iftar buffet featuring only the best in Arabic, European and Far Eastern cuisines. With live cooking stations dotted across the venue, choose from a selection of hot and cold mezze along with scrumptious signature dishes the whole evening. What’s more, after a grand meal, head to the pool area to enjoy a fabulous hubbly-bubbly.
Packages start from AED 179 per person.
Location: Stella Di Mare, Dubai Marina | Contact Info: 04-563 5555
NAY
This Ramadan, Nay Restaurant & Lounge will offer you a double deal! Iftar at sunset and Suhoor from 10pm. Enjoy an array of classics of Lebanese cuisine in pure Ramadan style. It doesn’t end there. During Suhoor, the oud duo will perform every night to delight you with classic Ramadan music. Packages for Iftar start from AED 75 per head while for Suhoor from AED 175.
Location: C-level North Tower, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC | Contact Info: 04-351 6660
QD’s
Having been a firm favorite with Dubai’s social butterflies for many years now, QD’s will be hosting a special iftar buffet in their Ramadan Tent. With its perfect location overlooking the fabulous Dubai Creek, you’ll be in for a massive feast along with incredible views of the Arabian Gulf. You can also choose your favorite hubbly-bubbly after dinner. Packages start from AED 170 per person.
Location: Dubai Creek Golf And Yacht Club | Contact Info: 04-295 6000
Ramadan Majlis
Interested in a traditional iftar experience? Don’t look further than the Ramadan Majlis set up at the swanky Ritz-Carlton in DIFC. With a variety of traditional and international dishes on the menu, you’re going to be spoiled for choice at this grand buffet. Make sure you leave enough room for their delicious desserts at the end of the iftar – you’ll regret it if you don’t. Packages start from AED 179 per head.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Gate Village, DIFC | Contact Info: 04-372 2222
Serdaal Ballroom
Fancy an iftar in one of the most fabulous spots in Dubai? Head to The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina for a grand buffet that’ll leave you smacking your lips in delight. Being held at the Serdaal Ballroom, choose from a selection of traditional delicacies including lamb ouzi and mixed grills. There’s even a dedicated shawarma corner. Packages start from AED 155 per person.
Location: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina, Dubai Marina | Contact Info: 04-511 7373
The Market
Here’s an iftar for the whole family to enjoy. The Market at Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City has organized a special feast that’ll include both local and international favorites – prepared at one of their six live cooking stations. Having made a name in the city for their weekly family brunch, you can even bring the kiddies who’ll have plenty to do as well. Packages start from AED 185 per head.
Location: The Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City | Contact Info: 04-435 5577
**Pictures courtesy of venue’s Facebook page or website**
Article published: 13th May, 2019