Business lunches in Dubai are popular for good reason.

That’s because some of Dubai’s best restaurants offer a pocket-friendly weekday lunch that doesn’t need to be a soggy sandwich at your desk.

From Japanese bento boxes to three-course French meals, here are some of the best business lunch deals in Dubai.

The top business lunch deals in Dubai to book

Al Barsha

Besh

Skip dining al desko and head to Besh for either two courses and a soft drink for Dhs75 or three courses with a soft drink for Dhs95.

Dhs75 (two courses with one soft drink), Dhs95 (three courses with one soft drink). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3.30am. Sheraton Mall of the Emirates Hotel, Al Barsha (04 377 2353).

Eugène Eugène

Eugène Eugène offers up a delicious business lunch every weekday. With a selection of modern French dishes that are whipped up and served quickly. Perfect for busy professionals.

Dhs100 (two courses). Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. Kepminski Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha (04 379 8963).

China Bistro

China Bistro serves up an affordable business lunch every Monday to Thursday, from 11.30am to 4.30pm. You can enjoy a five-course meal including starters, soup, rice/noodles of your choice, gravy, and dessert at Dhs35 for a vegetarian meal and Dhs39 for a regular meal. Dishes include ginger chicken Jiaozi dumplings to honey noodles with vanilla ice cream, all for a pocket-friendly price.

Dhs39 for five courses. Mon-Thu, 11.30am-4.30pm. Multiple locations. chinabistro.co.

Jones The Grocer

Jones the Grocer’s Mall of the Emirates location is offering a three-course lunch deal for Dhs99 or two courses for Dhs79. Available from Monday to Thursday between noon and 3pm, Jones features a range of starters including the spicy lentil soup or the truffle parsnip soup. The main course selection includes truffle mushroom risotto, chargrilled harissa chicken, pan-fried sea bass, or garlic and chilli linguine. End the meal with the popular Valrhona chocolate eclair, the honey cake, and the classic Jones carrot cake.

Dhs79 (two courses), Dhs99 (three courses). Mon-Thu noon-3pm. Mall of the Emirates (04 385 1033).

Olea

Enjoy a Levantine lunchtime experience at Olea. The business lunch features a set menu of smaller portions of familiar favourites including hummus and fatoush, as well as a shish tawook or kofta for mains along with a hot beverage priced at Dhs150 per person. 

Dhs150 (set menu). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-4pm. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates.

Salero Tapas & Bodega

Feast like a Spaniard with Salero’s business lunch menu, which is made up of chef’s favourites and frequently includes a selection of tasty tapas and the paella of the day. The really great thing about this one though is the extended hours; rock up at 4pm and you can still avail of the deal (perhaps you won’t make it back into work afterwards though).

Dhs150. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Kempinski Mall of the Emirates (04 409 5999).

Texas de Brazil

This lunch offers unlimited classic meat with more than ten delicious options including Brazilian picahna, flank steak, leg of lamb, sausages and more. And you get access to the open salad bar with over 50 options including hearts of palm, smoked salmon, maki rolls, lobster bisque, imported cheese and much more.

Dhs164 for unlimited food. Mon-Thu noon-4pm. Mall of the Emirates (04 379 2447), Dubai Mall (04 339 9099).

Yo! Sushi

Available from Monday to Thursday, across all YO! sushi branches, you can enjoy an all-you-can-eat deal for Dhs139 per person. Take your pick from the menu (excluding the drinks), from sushi rolls, sashimi, salad, Bao, and ramen to Japanese street food and dessert.

Dhs139 for unlimited food. Mon-Thu, all day. Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina Mall, and Mirdif City Center.

Barsha Heights

Lola Taberna Española

Lunch like a Spaniard at Lola Taberna Española. Enjoy a hearty mid-day meal featuring classic Spanish dishes. Delicioso. Included in the business lunch deal is a choice of starters, a main course, and dessert. Local water is also included.

Dhs75 (two-course), Dhs99 (three-course), Dhs125 (four courses). Mon-Fri 1pm-4pm, TRYP by Wyndham Barsha Heights (04 247 6688).

Bluewaters

Clay

Guests can bag a 3-course meal for only Dhs139 per person, or take things up a notch with a 4-course meal for just Dhs169 per person at this Bluewaters restaurant. The 3-course meal includes a starter, main course, and dessert, while the 4-course meal offers guests the opportunity to sample two starters, a main course, and a dessert.

Dhs139 (3-course meal), Dhs169 (4-course meal). Noon-4pm, Bluewaters Island (04 422 5600).

DRVN

Enjoy a speedy business lunch deal at this automotive-design restaurant at Bluewaters. From Monday to Thursday from noon to 5pm, guests can devour one pizza, one dessert, one coffee and one drink for Dhs119.

Dhs119 per adult. Buy one main entree, get one free for children under 10 years old. Mon-Thu noon-4pm. Bluewaters Island (04 243 8127).

SHI

This Chinese restaurant on Bluewaters offers a three-course meal for Dhs175 (per person) on weekdays. Dishes include sushi, chicken dumplings, Alaskan black cod, tiger prawn in green curry sauce and more.

Dhs175 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. SHI, Bluewaters Island (04 393 9990).

Business Bay

Basko

This retro-style Mediterranean restaurant with stunning views of the Burj Khalifa in Business Bay offers a three-course business lunch throughout the working week from noon to 4pm from Dhs135 per person. Fuel up with dishes including crispy tuna tartines, linguini with girolles and Parmigiano, grilled sea bass, short ribs, grilled octopus, steak frites, lemon tart and more.

Dhs135 per person, Dhs175 (premium selection). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Business Bay, baskorestaurant.com/ (04 582 4242).

BASTA!

This Italian restaurant in Dubai’s Business Bay prides itself on authentic dishes. BASTA!’s business lunch deal runs every weekday from noon until 4pm. You’ll get a three-course Italian meal for Dhs135, which includes one antipasto, one main course and one dessert.

Dhs130. Mon-Fri 1pm-4pm. St Regis, Dubai Downtown, Business Bay (04 512 5522).

Bella

This swish spot has super views of Burj Khalifa, as well as a cracking business lunch menu. You’ll get three courses every day of the week, which will change weekly to reflect different regions in Italy. Dishes include pickled fried sea bass, risotto with saffron, bone marrow and veal jus, poached salmon in brown butter, sage, roasted almonds and mashed potato and pizza with turkey, mushrooms, artichokes, olives and parmesan cheese. There’s also frangipane tart for dessert. 

Dhs135. Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Grand Millennium Hotel, Business Bay (04 873 3377).

Fi’lia

Enjoy a three-course set menu of Italian-Mediterranean classics at this women-led restaurant in Business Bay. For the Dhs99 business lunch, choose one starter, the tomatino or the cavolo salad with kale, baby spinach, and basil sorbet. Mains include fresh buffalo margherita, the diavola with spianata sausage, or the rich quattro fromaggi pizza with pancetta, fior di latte, taleggio, brebis, and provolone. Dessert seals the deal with the Fi’liamisu of light mascarpone cream, savoiardi, and espresso syrup. There’s also an elevated Dhs125 menu which also includes arancini with taleggio cheese and marinara or roasted garlic prawns with vanilla butter. Mains include a carbonara, a branzino or roast chicken. You can also choose from a classic parmigiana or asparagus risotto.

Dhs99 (three courses), Dhs135 (three courses). Mon-Thu noon-3pm. SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences Dubai, Business Bay (04 607 0757).

FireLake Grill House & Bar

Indulge in an exquisite business lunch experience, combining culinary excellence with a breathtaking view of the iconic Burj Khalifa. From Monday to Friday, between noon and 4pm, guests can relish a delectable three-course meal for only Dhs120. The tantalizing offer includes a starter, main course, and house beverage, providing a perfect setting for productive meetings or leisurely gatherings. Expect all your favorites such as burrata, duck and shiitake gyoza, grilled lamb chops, oven roast sea bass, rigatoni and much more.

For those with a sweet tooth, an optional dessert can be added for just Dhs20.

Dhs120 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Waterfront, Business Bay (04 249 7800)

JUYI

The business lunch experience at JUYI restaurant, offers up suhsi rolls, saikyo miso maki black cod, striploin steak and crunchy shrimp, dessert also includes a Nutella cheesecake and blueberry mousse.

Dhs118. Daily noon-4pm. Paramount Hotel, Business Bay, juyidubai.com (04 267 7888).

La Farine Café and Bakery

Break up the day with lunch at the French café and bakery at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai in Business Bay.

Dhs89 (two courses), Dhs99 (three courses). Mon-Fri 1pm-4pm. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai (04 414 0000).

Lilly’s

Enjoy a hearty mid-day meal featuring classic favourites, ideal for professionals looking for a relaxed venue for meetings or a catch-up. Includes a choice of starters, main course, and dessert, with local water included. All extra beverages will be charged for consumption.

Dhs79 (three courses). Mon-Fri, 1pm-4pm. Canal Central Hotel Business Bay (04 580 2599).

MEDA

Take a quick break and experience the flavours of the Mediterranean at MEDA’s business lunch. Bringing together favourites from around the coast, each dish is a fresh interpretation of traditional favourites such as the patatas bravas, grilled calamari and loukoumades with gianduia.

Dhs115 (two courses), Dhs130 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Taj Dubai, Business Bay (04 438 3100).

Prime68

Time Out Dubai Restaurant Award-winning steakhouse, Prime68, offers up a three-course business lunch deal for Dhs189 per person, every Thursday and Friday from noon-3pm. You’ll get a selection of signature starters, main courses and desserts, complete with a pretty breathtaking backdrop of Dubai’s skyline from the 68th floor. Choose from the French onion soup, Caesar salad, gambero rosso carpaccio and more, followed by a main course with choices of black Angus filet mignon MB3, cedarwood roasted Norweigan salmon or truffle gnocchi. Finish with an Eton mess or Eton mess chocolate mousse.

Dhs189 (three courses). Thu-Fri noon-3pm. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai (04 414 3000).

ROKA 

ROKA Dubai’s business lunch premium menu includes four starters to share including salmon tartare with yuzu den miso, black cod and king crab dumplings with roast chilli. You also get a main per person, including sea bream fillet, ryotei miso and red onion or lamb chops with Korean spices and sesame cucumber. There’s also the regular business lunch deal that’s Dhs115, which includes four starters and a choice of main.

Dhs115 (regular menu), Dhs175 (premium menu). Mon-Fri noon-3.30pm. The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay (04 439 7171).

Salmon Guru

The bar known for its beverage experience is offering a weekday lunch deal from 12.30pm to 4pm. For Dhs100 per person, you can enjoy a selection of two sharing dishes, such as chuck beef short ribs taco bao, free-range chicken lollies, and hen croquettes, followed by one main course including woodfire grilled lamb cutlets and instant-fried chipirones. The offering also includes one selection of dessert options, chocoholics or have a sweet moment matcha texturas, all accompanied by a glass of house grape.

Dhs100 for three courses. Mon-Fri from 12.30pm-4pm. The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay Dubai (052 814 9537).

Sfumato

Tuck into a selection of starters such as shrimp and avocado ceviche, cauliflower salad, beef carpaccio and green salad. Move on to mains including spinach risotto, pan-seared sea bass and grilled striploin accompanied by white and red grape. End your lunch on a sweet note with desserts including elderflower basque cheesecake with berry compote and ice cream and sorbet.

Dhs115 (two courses), Dhs135 (three courses), Dhs125 (borsch menu). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Melia Dubai, Business Bay (058 101 5649).

Tàn Chá

Tàn Chá’s business lunch menu features a range of dishes including a choice of one starter and one main course and a tea with options to suit all dietary preferences, including vegetarians. Guests can choose from a selection of starters, which includes duck spring rolls, baked barbecue chicken puff, truffle mushroom bun, and hot & sour soup. For the mains, Tàn Chá Restaurant offers stir-fried king prawns and cashews, tea-smoked crispy chicken or the Hokkaido scallop in XO sauce. Vegetarians can order the ma po tofu, Sichuanese aubergine and coconut crumb.

Dhs100 for two courses, Dhs120 for three courses. Daily from noon-3pm. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai (056 681 8881).

Downtown Dubai

99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Fancy a nine-course lunch? Head to 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant to indulge in a business lunch deal that will leave you full. Munch on a range of hand-crafted nigiri as well as a main course of outside skirt steak. Yum.

Dhs169. Mon-Fri, noon to 2.15pm. The Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai (04 547 2241).

Amaya

Enjoy a special lunch deal at Amaya with full views of the Burj Khalifa. Starting from Dhs159 per person you can enjoy a three-course set menu that includes a soup of the day, a starter including tuna tartar, burrata salad, salmon tacos and much more. For mains, choose from pizza, pasta, and risotto to name a few. End the meal with dessert including watermelon, tiramisu or a profiterole. Add shisha to your meal for an extra Dhs60.

Dhs159 (three courses), Dhs210(three courses and shisha). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. (04 587 1000).

Atmosphere

Atmosphere, the highest restaurant in the world, has a special lunch deal starting at Dhs250 per person. Perched atop Burj Khalifa, the deal means you can dine in luxury and enjoy stunning views of Dubai from the world’s tallest building while you’re at it. Dubbed the ‘Quick Fix Luncheon’, Atmosphere offers a two or three-course dining experience, featuring a selection of dishes including wagyu croquettes and wild sea bass. And while you enjoy some of these high-end plates, you can also take your phone out to capture the breathtaking views that just keep going and going.

Dhs250 (two courses), Dhs300 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-2.30pm.  atmosphereburjkhalifa.com (04 888 3828).

Cé La Vi

Hot foot into Cé La Vi for lunchtime and enjoy a three-course meal and fabulous views, for the not-so-princely sum of Dhs140. You’ll be rewarded with a three-course set menu featuring the likes of burrata salad, black truffle ‘sushi rice’ risotto and miso caramel vanilla mousse.

Dhs140. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai (04 582 6111).

Fouquet’s Dubai

Parisian import, Fouquet’s Dubai’s business lunch menu features starters like pâté en croute maison and a salade caesar façon Fouquet’s. Main courses include grilled wild salmon, minced beef and mashed potatoes au gratin, and rigatoni pasta hitting all the right flavour notes. Those with a sweet tooth will love the dessert choices, including profiteroles and the French classic crème brûlée.

Dhs130 (two courses), Dhs150 (three courses). Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. Burj Plaza, Downtown Dubai (04 524 5301).

Hakoora

The Downtown gem has launched its new business lunch menu, and the deal gets you three full courses for an impressive Dhs99. Running on weekdays, make the most of your lunch hour by filling up on dishes from beef carpaccio to Wagyu ribeye steak and finish off with a few forkfuls of the chocolate opera cake.

Dhs99. Weekdays noon-4pm. Hakoora Dubai, Yansoon 9, Downtown Dubai. hakoora.dxb (050 393 4301).

KATA Dubai

KATA Dubai located in Dubai Mall, right under the Burj Khalifa has some pretty spectacular fountain views. Enjoy a three-course meal at Dh88 and you’ll get a miso soup, followed by fresh garden salad and Scottish salmon tataki. Mains feature a chicken katsu curry or a mushroom truffle rice pot, served with steamed white rice. To end your meal, you can get a sweet crown, which includes a trio of pastries and coffee for an extra Dhs35.

Dhs88 (three courses). Daily 11am-3am. Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai (054 582 9933).

Nazcaa

 Peruvian spot Nazcaa’s business lunch menu offers a fusion-based menu with influences from Japan and Peru. The menu includes a mix of plates for a set price of Dhs125. You can choose a soup to start, and opt for two appetisers, one plate of Sushi, one main course and one dessert. Served between noon and 4pm, from Monday to Friday.

Dhs125 for five courses. Mon-Fri noon-4pm. 12th Floor, Address Fountain Views Hotel, Downtown Dubai (054 217 2123).

OPSO Dubai

Looking for an ideal spot to impress your client or co-workers? Head to this Italian-Japanese restaurant located in The Dubai Mall for a business lunch. From there, you’ll enjoy fantastic views of the Dubai Fountains, as well as Japanese and Italian dishes including smoked crispy seafood gyoza, creamy burrata, beef lasagna, gnocchi, panna cotta and more.

Dhs130 (two courses), Dhs150 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai (050 775 9029).

Sumosan

From Monday to Friday, Sumosan will serve a business lunch bento box menu, priced at Dhs140 . The bento box includes a choice from a selection of starters, main courses, sides, and desserts, and a miso soup.

Dhs140. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Downtown Dubai. [email protected].

The Restaurant at Address Sky View

Enjoy either a 2-course or 3-course menu as you look out onto the Burj Khalifa. Costing as little as Dhs115, the dishes come packed full of authentic local flavours as well as a few international options.

Dhs115 (2 courses), Dhs135 (3 courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai. addresshotels.com (04 873 8888).

Wakame

Choose one of six Bento Boxes – including a vegan option every day from noon until 5pm at this Asian restaurant in Downtown Dubai if you’re after a little bit of everything at lunchtime.

From Dhs85. Daily noon-5pm. Sofitel Downtown Dubai (04 224 6663).

Dubai Design District

Akiba Dori

This modern Japanese joint – which also whips up some superb Tokyo-Neapolitan pizzas – has a cracking lunch deal. For Dhs89 you’ll get a burrata salad, fries, a pizza and a soft drink. The only choice is what pizza topping to go for.

Dhs89. Daily noon-5pm. d3, Ras Al Khor Road (04 770 7949).

Mohalla

Looking for a speedy lunch? Casual dining venue Mohalla is offering some of its signature Indian dishes for guests to enjoy in 30 minutes or less. Select an appetizer and a main course for Dhs55 or upgrade to three courses for Dhs59.

From Dhs55, Mon-Thu noon- 3pm, Dubai Design District (0800 664 2552).

YUi

Handmade ramen house, YUi in Dubai Design District has introduced a set lunch menu that is available on weekdays from 12pm to 4pm. The lunch set menu offers Japanese fare at an approachable price point. The menu costs Dhs68 for a combination of a special donburi dish of the day accompanied by a choice of ramen per person. Lunch goers can expect a rotating selection of dishes to choose from. Full-to-the-brim bowls will serve up an option of shio or shoyu broth with YUi’s made in-house ramen noodles, topped with menma, sweet corn and spring onions. 

Dhs68. Mon-Fri noon-4pm.Ground Floor of Building 7, Dubai Design District, Dubai (04 243 4217).

Dubai Hills

Hoe Lee Kow

Fancy some unconventional Korean cuisine? New kid on the block, Hoe Lee Kow is still offering their lunch experience, the Hanjeomsim Business Lunch, this Friday. The lunch menu features an assortment of Korean side dishes, followed by a choice of reimagined Korean main courses including the mouthwatering HLK chicken, vegetable bibimbap, sundubu jiggae, or grilled marinated salmon. This well-priced menu is perfect if you want to try the new restaurant for less this public holiday.

Dhs88 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Dubai Hills Business Park, Building 4, hoeleekow.com (04 255 5142).

Reif Japanese Kushiyaki

At Reif Japanese Kushiyaki, you can enjoy a Bento Lunch priced at a steal of Dhs88. Head to the Dubai Hills branch and start your lunch with miso soup and salad. You can then choose from a selection that includes sushi maki, sautéed Angus beef, unagi don rice bowl, chicken katsu curry donburi, or yakisoba. For an added Dhs38, you can also sweeten the deal with a dessert accompanied by coffee and cake.

Dhs88 (three courses). Dubai Hills Business Park, Building 3 (04 255 5142).

DIFC

Alaya

Choose between a three-course or four-course menu to enjoy a “journey from the Coast of the Mediterranean Sea, to the heart of the Middle East”. Start with dolma grape leaves. spiced carrot salad, kale tabbouleh or shish kofte and cheese borek. Mains include wagyu tenderloin, shish chicken or Mediterranean pasta.

Dhs148 (three courses), Dhs168 (four courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-5pm. DIFC
(04 570 6289).

Amazónico

This cool Amazonian-themed restaurant has a top business lunch deal to check out. For Dhs155, you’ll get a four-course menu with dishes including ensalada de sandía, picanha tartare, anticucho, Nikkei marinated chicken, lubina Nikkei, sea bass, estofado, pollo asado, baklava, mocha and more. For a lighter and healthier option, they have also introduced a sushi lunch menu, Japazónico, with a selection of tiradito, maki and nigiri to choose from.

Dhs155 (four courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Gate Village 11, DIFC (04 571 3999).

Avli by tashas

Avli by tashas’ business lunch is inspired by the Athenian way of life. To start, the menu presents a selection of cold and hot mezedes, with options such as the tuna carpaccio with tonnato sauce and preserved lemon oil dressing, a red snapper crudo drizzled with tomato sauce, lemon dressing, jalapeño vinegar and green oil. Mains include chicken souvlaki served with Greek fries, tomato cucumber salad, tzatziki and pita bread and moussaka with slow-cooked beef mince. Another great addition is the hearty valsamikos pasta, tossed in creamy balsamic, stracciatella and garlic confit. End the meal with a peach pavolva, daktyla or a selection of ice creams.

Dhs130 (two courses), Dhs165 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Gate Village 11, DIFC (04 359 0008).

BB Social Dining

Head over to BB Social Dining, one of our favourite DIFC restaurants, and enjoy a three-course menu in the heart of DIFC. Begin your lunch with starters like tuna crispy rice and super green hummus paired with crispy beef bao. Then move on to a delicious main like the salmon sambal teriyaki, grilled and bathed in Balinese sambal sauce. End your meal with baked cheesecake.

Dhs125 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Gate Village 8, DIFC (04 407 4444).

BOCA

The cool Mediterranean restaurant in DIFC has a business lunch deal that changes weekly. There will be eight dishes to choose from, starting from Dhs30 a dish, or you can go for a burger combo for Dhs90, two-course meals for Dhs110 or three courses for Dhs125.

Dhs90 (burger combo), Dhs110 (two courses), Dhs125 (three courses). Mon-Thu noon-3pm; Fri noon-5pm. DIFC (04 323 1833).

Bombay Borough

Bombay Borough offers the Dabba Lunch, a concept that was introduced as a convenient tiffin delivery service to enjoy fresh, home-cooked meals every day. The lunch offer will be available from Monday until Friday for Dhs105 per person. Tiffin box, or Dabba, comes from the word Dabbawala, referring to a person who works for a lunch delivery service. The menu is designed for guests to enjoy various courses across starters, small plates and mains. The starter menu comprises Indian street food dishes like chaatwala and house salad with spices, vegetables, and chutneys varying from one Dabbas to the next. Also expect Goan shack chicken stir fry which is infused with the Goan special “cafreal masala” a spiced coriander pesto.

Dhs105. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. DIFC (054 995 8296).

Buffalo Wings & Rings

Catch a break with your office buddies and tuck into a pocket-friendly business lunch deal at Buffalo Wings & Rings from Monday to Friday between noon and 3pm. For just Dhs49, you’ll get a two-course set menu including their popular all-American classic beef burger and a plate of six wings tossed in your favourite sauce.

Dhs49 per person, Dhs79 for two. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. DIFC, Level C, Liberty House (04 359 6900); JLT Cluster U, @buffalodubai (04 321 6112).

Café Belge

Take a midday break and head to this Belgian spot where you’ll get two courses and a hot drink for Dhs135, or three courses for Dhs155.

Dhs135 (two courses), Dhs155 (three courses) per person. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC (04 372 2323).

Chic Nonna

The Italian concept located in the heart of DIFC, comprising a restaurant, bar and lounge, offers a great business lunch deal. Taking place Monday through Friday from noon to 2pm, Chic Nonna’s lunch menu includes a selection of starters like salads, a pizza marinara or a cauliflower soup. For your mains, choose from include veal cheek, fregola and monkfish. Desserts are hazelnut gelato and pineapple carpaccio.

Dhs135 for two courses, Dhs165 for three courses. Mon-Fri, noon-2pm. DIFC, Gate Avenue Mall (04 605 2000).

Hutong

Hutong’s business lunch menu features an exciting menu of authentic Northern Chinese cuisine with a contemporary twist. Guests can start with a choice of two appetisers, including the spring salad with sesame dressing and crystal vegetable dumplings. For the main course, you can choose from shredded chicken with kyo sauce, wok-tossed prawns, mapo tofu, or chilled soba noodle with umami sauce. To end the meal on a sweet note, Hutong offers two dessert options too. 

Dhs88 (two courses), Dhs110 (three courses). DIFC (04 220 0868).

Josette

With bright marshmallow pink walls and massive chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, Josette’s interiors will definitely cheer you up when the midday slump hits. The business lunch menu includes Parisian classics. You can opt for two courses for Dhs135 per person and Dhs180 for four courses.

Dhs135 for one starter and one main, Dhs180 for two starters, one main and one dessert. Mon-Fri, noon-1.30pm. ICD Brookfield Place (04 275 2522).

KIZA

The revamped KIZA, has launched a special Pan-African business lunch after reinventing its menu and interiors. It offers African cuisine that’s a fusion of flavours and cooking techniques, with a pan-African menu. At KIZA you can sample a two or three-course lunch from Dhs115 and Dhs135. All meals start with an amuse bouche, followed by a selection of starters, mains and desserts. Expect aromatic dishes from across Africa, including West African red ragout, Cape Malay beef curry, Morrocan fried chicken and more. The new design features Pan-African-inspired decor.

Dhs115 (two courses), Dhs135 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC (04 453 9038).

L’Atelier Robuchon

This fancy yet cool restaurant in DIFC has a business lunch where you’ll get a starter main and dessert for Dhs129. More of a savoury fan? Opt for two starters and a main for the same price. Dishes include aubergine mille-feuille with mozzarella and basil, salmon tataki, gyoza, chicken Milanese, spaghetti of the day and dessert of the day.

Dhs129 (three courses). Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm. Gate Village 11, DIFC (04 297 7729).

La Cantine Du Faubourg

This chic French restaurant has a business lunch deal in Dubai for Dhs110 for two courses. Plus you can add a glass of grape for an extra Dhs40 and a dessert for Dhs20. Dishes on the menu include tomato carpaccio, kale salad, beef carpaccio or cod fish cakes to start, grilled lamb chops, roasted sea bream, cauliflower risotto or bavette for the main course and then white chocolate and walnut brownie or fruit salad for dessert. A top business lunch deal in Dubai to check out whether you’re taking a lunch break from work or just want to try one of the best French restaurants in Dubai for less.

Dhs110. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 352 7105).

La Casa del Tango

This lively spot in DIFC has a business lunch every weekday for Dhs120. Dig into a Buenos Aires-inspired two-course rotating menu that includes both a starter and a main. Dishes include empanadas, aubergine salad, short-rib, steaks and more.

Dhs120. Mon-Fri noon-3.30pm. Gate Avenue, DIFC (04 583 0412).

La Niña

La Niña Restaurant offers a business lunch every weekday. Guests can choose either one starter and one main dish for Dhs115 or two starters and one main dish for Dhs155. The menu features a selection of favourites including hero dishes like the gambas di ajillo and the rabo de toro, as well as a selection of special desserts.

Dhs115 (two courses), Dhs155 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3.30pm. ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC (04 395 1300).

Le Petit Beefbar

From Monaco to Dubai, Le Petit Beefbar has now launched in DIFC. The business lunch is perfect for those on the go who want to dine in style, but make it a snappy one in the heart of DIFC with a fixed rate of Dhs125, starting with a house salad, followed by three options to choose from, including the steak frites & sauce, Beefbar’s Milanese, or the keto bowl, with the option to have it served with chicken, salmon, or vegan. It always ends on a sweet note with Le Petit’s cheesecake – a homemade vanilla cheesecake with hazelnut crust, and gariguette strawberries coulis.

Dhs125. Mon-Fri, 11.30pm-3pm. DIFC (04 580 2599).

LDC Kitchen + Coffee

There’s a power lunch deal for Dhs78 at LDC Kitchen + Coffee, where you’ll get a soup or rocket salad, main and a coffee every weekday from noon until 6pm. Dishes on the menu include cast iron lasagna, kale salad or TanTan ramen.

Dhs78. Mon-Thu noon-6pm. Various locations including DIFC, Jumeirah, JLT, Sheikh Zayed Road.

LPM Restaurant & Bar

LPM Restaurant & Bar does a top business lunch deal in Dubai’s DIFC. The Le Petit Menu serves up two courses served within 60 minutes, while the Le Grand Menu promises three courses including an appetizer, lunch and dessert. Playing with the seasonality of different produce, LPM’s business lunch is an ever-changing menu with new dishes being added every month. So make sure you visit every month, so you don’t miss out on any of chef Adriano’s creations before new dishes are swapped in for the following month.

Dhs135 (Le Petit Menu), Dhs180 (Le Grand Menu). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. LPM Restaurant & Bar, Gate Village 8, DIFC, Dubai (04 439 0505).

Mina Brasserie

MINA Brasserie at Four Seasons Hotel DIFC offers an elegant lunch affair. For Dhs120 per person for two courses and Dhs140 for three courses, inclusive of coffee, tea or ice cream. The Lunch Club is also available on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 3pm.

Dhs120 (two courses), Dhs140 (three courses). Daily from noon-3pm. Four Seasons Hotel DIFC (04 506 0100).

Original Wings and Rings

If you have got chicken on your mind, head on over to Original Wings and Rings at DIFC for a business lunch of flaming hot chicken wings. For a low price of just Dhs49, you can indulge in a two-course meal with a drink at this lively joint.

Dhs49 (two courses and drink). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Original Wings and Rings, DIFC.

Roberto’s

Roberto’s “Il Pranzetto” business lunch is designed to offer diners a two-course menu priced at Dhs125 per person. Taking place from Monday to Friday between noon and 4pm, “Il Pranzetto” is the perfect excuse to step away from the demands of the office. The
daily menu will feature a variety of dishes throughout the week.

Dhs125 (two courses). Mon-Fri, noon-4pm. DIFC (04 386 0066)

Shanghai Me

Head to this swish Asian restaurant and you can enjoy a satisfying three-course menu focusing on Chinese and Japanese traditions and is available from Monday to Friday, from 12 to 4pm. Showcasing a menu of classics and signature recipes, the business lunch Menu is priced at Dhs120 and changes weekly. The first course features a choice of soups. Diners can then choose from appetizers with highlights including wagyu & kimchi dumplings or a tangy salad option. Then main courses, including the yuzu miso silver cod, along with beef and vegetarian options, all served with a selection of rice.

Dhs120 for three courses. Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Shanghai Me, Podium Level, Gate Village 11, DIFC (04 564 0505).

The Artisan

Located in the heart of DIFC in the Waldorf Astoria, The Artisan offers an authentic Italian cuisine, with its business lunch menu at Dh135 per person.

Tucked inside the luxurious Waldorf Astoria, expect a Mediterranean menu including Carpaccio di Manzo, thinly sliced Fassona beef topped with Taggiasca olives, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and a 24-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano fondue. End the meal with a pannacotta al mandarino, a dessert that blends Mandarin pannacotta and decadent dark chocolate.

Dhs135 for three courses. Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. Waldorf Astoria DIFC (04 338 8133).

The Guild

Every Monday to Friday between noon and 3pm, The Guild serves luck in The Salon and The Rockpool. With two menus to choose from, you can try out the “tres rapide” menu, which features a main course with a starter or dessert for Dhs119, while the “power rapide” allows for a complete culinary experience including a starter, a main course and a dessert with a Guild house-blended coffee. Both options are designed for diners on a schedule.

Dhs119 (two courses), Dhs149 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC (054 279 6826).

Sucre

Sucre’s business lunch menu starts from Dhs80 with one main course and a side, or you can opt for two courses and a side for Dhs115. A classic Caesar salad, the tuna tartare, with avocado, soy lime & ginger, a seared squid, with onion, parsley and yellowtail ceviche. Mains include baby chicken, Ajillo prawns with garlic, chilli & lime, and the gnocchi sorrentina with burrata, cherry tomato sauce and basil. The paccheri pasta with truffle, mushrooms & parmesan and the Australian Angus ribeye with chimichurri. You can enhance the lunch with the dulce de leche fondant, basque cheesecake or a classic tiramisu for an extra Dhs35.

Dhs80 (one course and a side), Dhs 115 (two courses and a side). Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. DIFC (04 340 0829).

Uchi

Uchi offers up a traditional three-course feast or a streamlined two-course meal, featuring starters like sea bass crudo and mains like teriyaki salmon. Top it off with Uchi’s desserts. 

Dhs99 (two courses), Dhs134 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3.30pm. DIFC (04 298 5044).

Zuma

This world-famous Japanese spot has one of the best business lunch deals around. For Dhs137 you’ll get two dishes – think sushi, gyoza and robata – plus miso soup. An excellent way to sample the super cuisine if you’re tight on time.

Dhs137. Mon-Fri noon-2pm. Gate Village 6, DIFC (04 425 5660).

Dubai Marina

Bar Du Port

Bar Du Port is taking its lunchtime to new heights with a weekday lunch service that features some of the top dishes at the popular seaside destination. Available on Monday through to Fridays from noon to 3pm, the menu includes freshly baked bread and stuffed olives to start, followed by the choice of three courses, including a starter, salad and main priced at Dhs120 or four courses including a starter, salad, main, and dessert with coffee priced at Dhs150. Highlight dishes include chicken and truffle cromesquis, rainbow beetroot salad, pan-seared sea bass fillet, Australian beef tenderloin, and coffee tiramisu.

Dhs120 (three courses), Dhs150 (four courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Dubai Harbour Pier Club, Dubai Harbour barduportdubai.com (050 969 9820).

Beach Bar & Grill

Enjoy a South American business lunch at Beach Bar & Grill, created by chef Mauro Colagreco. Drawing inspiration from Argentinian heritage the lunch menu is designed for sharing while overlooking the private beach.

Dhs155 (three courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-2pm. One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina (04 399 9999).

Bedrock

This sports bar in Dubai Marina has a rapid-paced business lunch, which aims to serve three courses in just 40 minutes. Pick from dishes including spiced calamari, popcorn chicken tenders, pan-roasted salmon, mushroom and truffle risotto, pulled beef tacos, chocolate chip cookies, sticky date pudding and more. It’s Dhs85 for two courses and Dhs105 for three courses, and the quick turn-around time means you can even squeeze in a game on the digital darts board.

Dhs85 (two courses), Dhs105 (three courses). Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. Pier 7, Dubai Marina, bedrockdxb.ae (04 578 1668).

Bussola

Searching for an ideal place to catch up with colleagues? Head down to this Italian dining destination at Jumeirah Golf Estates for a business lunch deal from Monday to Thursday between noon and 3pm. Sit indoors to appreciate the chic earthy interiors or outdoors on the terrace to revel in stunning views of the golf course while tucking into a two-course set menu featuring Italian dishes for Dhs140.

Dhs140 per person. Mon-Thu noon-3pm. Jumeirah Golf Estates, [email protected]  (04 586 7760).

DRIFT Beach Dubai

DRIFT Beach Dubai’s restaurant has launched its La Pause Déjeuner, a weekday lunch menu. The business lunch offers a Provençal cuisine experience featuring seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a three-course menu priced at Dhs155 per person, starting with beef carpaccio with a lemon and parmesan dressing topped with rocket leaves or a lentil salad made with tasty beluga lentils, grilled fennel, butternut squash, comté, and a vinaigrette. The vegetarian option includes a ravioli made with homemade cheese and spinach ravioli finished with tomato and basil sauce and fresh parmesan. The main courses are a choice of mushroom risotto, or a fennel confit, potato anna, ratatouille and dill sauce. There’s also a black Angus tenderloin, paired with potato chips, sauteed greens, and a pepper sauce. End with a French toast, cheesecake tart or a berry mille-feuille.

Dhs155 for three courses, Mon-Fri noon-1.30pm. One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina (04 315 2200).

Mama Zonia

Head to this jungle-esque spot at Pier 7 with your colleagues from Monday to Friday between noon and 3pm for a four-course business lunch for Dhs110. The set menu features an array of fusion dishes from South American, Asian and Caribbean cuisines including tuna roll, salmon poke, sunset seabream, black pepper beef, flat rice noodles, barbecue banana and more.

Dhs110 per person. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Pier 7, Dubai Marina (04 240 4747).

Trèsind

Renowned for its progressive Indian cuisine, Trèsind hosts a five-course lunch menu priced at Dhs125 per person. A bargain considering that some dishes are priced at Dhs125. It means you can enjoy a midday escape and try the elevated Indian flavours made with top ingredients. It starts with its famous pani puri amuse-bouche, this one with arugula, as well as a missi roti and green chilli butter. For starters, you’ll be served a selection of lamb kebab lettuce wraps with rosemary ketchup, dahi kebab, potato rösti, and cedar wood smoked tandoori chicken. Then, a white chocolate and black lime bonbon as a palate cleanser (it wouldn’t be Trèsind otherwise). For your main course, you can savour dishes such as Bengali kosha mangsho, green pea kachuri; nihari kare-raisu, paneer pinwheel, tomato makhani, and charred chilli pepper along with Indian bread. And to finish off the meal, try a luxurious filter coffee cornetto, salted caramel ice cream and paan cotton candy for dessert.

Dhs125 (five courses). Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm. One&Only Royal Mirage, Al Sufouh (058 895 1272).

The Scene

Head to this British restaurant from TV chef Simon Rimmer for an express lunch deal during the week. You’ll get a salad and drink for Dhs75, or a burger and a drink for Dhs99. Dishes include fish finger sandwiches or a cheese and onion jam toastie. Salad-wise you can dig into chickpeas and lentils, Thai beef salad and more.

From Dhs75. Mon-Thu noon-3pm. Pier 7, Dubai Marina (04 422 2328).

Yo! Sushi

Available from Monday to Thursday, across all YO! sushi branches, you can enjoy an all-you-can-eat deal for Dhs139 per person. Take your pick from the menu (excluding the drinks), from sushi rolls, sashimi, salad, Bao, and ramen to Japanese street food and dessert.

Dhs139 for unlimited food. Mon-Thu, all day. Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina Mall, and Mirdif City Center.

Dubai Media City

Certo

Feast up on great Italian fare at Certo restaurant inside Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai, Dubai Media City for your next business lunch. As part of the offering, you can tuck into two courses for Dhs100 or three for Dhs120.

From Dhs100. Mon-Fri noon-3.25pm, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai, Dubai Media City (04 366 9187).

La Sirene

La Sirene at Avani+ Palm View Dubai Hotel & Suites’ business lunch offers a taste of Beirut right in the heart of Dubai. Think hot and cold mezze such as moutabel and batata harra, to mains including shish tawook and fried ladyfish. You can enjoy a two or four-course meal. Both options also include a choice of tea, coffee, soft drinks, or chilled juices.

Dhs99 (two courses), Dhs129 (four courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm (04 604 2220).

Qwerty

If you’re a Media City-type you’ll no doubt be familiar with Qwerty, the laidback Media One hangout with enough weeknight drinks deals to delay your return home from work significantly. For middle-of-the-day eats, the business lunch package is well worth a try, with two courses for Dhs90 and the option to add dessert for an extra Dhs10.

Dhs90 (two courses, plus a cup of tea or coffee. Add Dhs10 for dessert). Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm. Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 427 1000).

Dubai Studio City

Larte

The business lunch offering here is not only a steal (Dhs65 for two courses), the daily-changing menu more often than not features pizza, which is always a bonus in our eyes. To add to that, the outdoor terrace is spot on at this time of year and for an extra Dhs25 you can sip a glass of vino with your lunch (we won’t tell if you don’t).

Dhs65 (two courses). Dhs10 extra for dessert or coffee). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Studio One Hotel (04 581 6870).

Garhoud

Beef Bistro

Get a set menu for Dhs99 at this meaty restaurant in Garhoud. Dishes include a choice of salad to start, a beef burger or beef bourguignon for mains and a choice of three desserts.

Dhs99. Daily 12.30pm-4pm. Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Garhoud (04 702 2455).

Jumeirah

Bebek

Enjoy a delicious business lunch at Bebek Restaurant in the heart of Jumeirah. Here you can choose from four different set menus, each featuring a variety of main courses. Options include the Turkish dish iskender kabab made with tasty doner meat, shish tawook, or a healthy option. It’s available on weekdays from noon until 5pm.

Dhs150. Mon-Fri from noon-5pm, Jumeirah 3, Jumeirah Beach Road bebekrestaurant.ae (04 349 0024).

Coya Dubai

Offering two courses for Dhs130 per person, Coya offers some of its top à la carte specialities including a choice of avocado and shiitake mushroom maki rolls, sea bream ceviche, Chilean sea bass croquettes, chicken or mushroom anticuchos, cucumber & green apple salad, and Padron peppers. Meanwhile, those who are feeling extra hungry can add on a portion of bite-sized beef gyozas, or prawn and Chilean sea bass gyozas, for an extra cost. Mains include a char-grilled sea bream fillet in banana leaf with quinoa, corn-fed baby chicken to salmon fillet with stir-fried quinoa, soy and green vegetables, beef ribs, and many more options.

Dhs130 (three courses). Mon-Thu 12.30pm-3.30pm. Restaurant Village Four Seasons Resort (04 316 9600).

Kayto

Located at Jumeirah Al Naseem, Kayto’s Nikkei business lunch offering includes a four-course set menu, that features crispy rice with spicy tuna tartare, chicken kushiyaki, salmon tataki and more For the main course, there’s miso black cod (for an extra 25), corn-fed baby chicken with truffle sauce and truffle mashed potatoes and more. End with a cheesecake brulee with mandarin sorbet or a hot chocolate cookie.

Dhs135 (four courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3.30pm. Jumeirah Al Naseem Umm Suqqeim (800 323232).

Loca

Get a selection of Mexican appetisers plus a main course including fajitas (chicken, beef or veggie), burritos (chicken, beef or veggie) or tostada salad (chicken, beef or shrimp) for Dhs75. Plus opt for the business lunch deal and you’ll get drinks at happy hour prices too.

Dhs75. Mon-Thu noon-4pm. Dubai Marine Resort Beach Resort & Spa, Jumeirah (04 346 1111).

Monno Ristorante

Jumeirah’s artisanal Italian eatery has launched a business lunch menu that takes place from Monday to Friday between noon and 3pm. Diners can tuck into a three-course set menu featuring authentic Italian cuisines for Dhs85. Dishes include classic crispy calamari, spaghetti Pomodoro, gnocchi with fresh pesto and burrata, margherita pizza, tiramisu and more.

Dhs85. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 1 (04 332 2255).

Philotimos

Try Philotimos’ new lunch set menus, offering a choice between a two-course or three-course dining experience. You’ll get a selection of hot and cold meze options, savory main courses, and delicious desserts, made by the team behind BB Social Dining to showcase the flavours of Greece. You’ll also get a complimentary house mocktail or a coffee of your choice.

Dhs65 (two courses), Dhs85 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4.30pm (055 556 1937).

Primi Cucina Italiana

Enjoy an authentic Italian meal at an approachable price point in this City Walk C2 eatery. Priced from Dhs99 for two courses and coffee, while for Dhs129 you’ll enjoy three courses and coffee. Dishes include calamari fritti, traditional bruschetta with burrata, and in-house made sourdough pinsa romana with bresaola, mozzarella fior di late, olive and sun-dried tomatoes and mains like polpette di manzo con mozzarella. For those who want a three-course lunch menu, there’s on option of an additional tomato soup or dessert. Both business lunch menus include a choice of coffee, with options including ristretto, espresso, macchiato, cappuccino and caffe latte.

Dhs99 (Two courses), Dhs129 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. C2, City Walk (056 992 4326).

SAL

Grab a fancy lunch at the Burj Al Arab by taking advantage of SAL’s weekday lunch menu. Start your a selection of two appetisers like watermelon Salad with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese, or the prawns in roasted tomato sauce and mains like pan-seared chicken, tomato basil pasta and red snapper to name a few. Finish with mille feuille

Dhs195 (three courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-4.45pm. Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, Umm Suqqeim (800 323 232).

Jumeirah Beach Residence

Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen

Whether you need a quick lunch break away from the office or to catch up with your favourite client, tuck into a business lunch at Al Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen. Enjoy a variety of international dishes including fresh pizza from the ovens, spicy Tandoor, healthy deli-style salad options and a wide range of desserts. 

Dhs109 (two courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3.30pm. Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection, JBR (050 780 6342).

Bla Bla

It’s not just about pool days and ladies’ nights at Bla Bla – this lively party haunt in JBR serves up a mean mid-week lunch deal too. Available from Monday to Friday, noon to 4pm, you can enjoy two courses featuring options such as salmon tataki, burrata, katsu kare udon and fresh tomato pasta for Dhs99. Children are also welcome and will be catered to with a special kid’s menu.

Dhs99 (two courses and water). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. The Beach, JBR (04 584 4111).

Godiva Cafe

Enjoy a three-course business lunch with colleagues at this chocolate brand café at Rixos Premium Dubai JBR. For Dhs225, you can enjoy a salad, a main course of either succulent beef tenderloin, seabass or chicken skewers followed by a dessert of your choice from the range of Godiva specialities on display.

Dhs225 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Rixos Premium JBR, JBR.

Tamoka

The ultimate beachside dining destination offers a lunch menu that blends fire and ice elements with Antillean and Caribbean-inspired cuisine. Experience authentic Latin American flavours with a two-course lunch, with starter selections such as cauliflower in a palm dressing and tuna tacos drizzled with tomatillo dressing and sour cream. Choose from pan-fried mahi-mahi with fresh avocado-mango salsa or go for slow-cooked beef cheek, complete with chorizo, bacon, and black beans. Dessert options include the almond burnt cream and lucuma ice cream, or the Caribbean cake with vanilla cream.

Dhs140 (two courses), Dhs250 (two courses and three drinks). Mon-Fri, noon-4pm. Al Mamsha Street The Walk, JBR (04 318 6099).

Jumeirah Islands

Joe’s Backyard

The neighbourhood gastropub located in Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse offers a two-course lunch menu between noon and 4pm during the week. Here, you can look forward to a variety of starters on the menu such as smoked brisket tacos, barbecue chicken wings, jackfruit sliders, and guac & chips. For the main course, a range of comfort food is on the menu including Joe’s cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich served with the chef’s special blue cheese dressing, and Joe’s fish & hand-cut chips.

Dhs79 (two courses). Mon-Thu, noon-4pm. Joe’s Backyard Gastropub, Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse (058 998 8590).

Jumeirah Lakes Towers

Buffalo Wings & Rings

Catch a break with your office buddies and tuck into a pocket-friendly business lunch deal at Buffalo Wings & Rings from Monday to Friday between noon and 3pm. For just Dhs49, you’ll get a two-course set menu including their popular all-American classic beef burger and a plate of six wings tossed in your favourite sauce.

Dhs49 per person, Dhs79 for two. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. DIFC, Level C, Liberty House (04 359 6900); JLT Cluster U, @buffalodubai (04 321 6112).

Café Isan

The super-cool street food joint with two branches in Jumeirah Lakes Towers offers a three-course business lunch for Dhs89 on Mondays to Fridays from noon to 3pm. Sample Thai cuisines including satay, papaya salad, dim sum, tom yum soup, pad thai, curries, mango and sticky rice.

Dhs89. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Armada Blue Bay Hotel, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (058 529 1003).

The Citronelle Club

Head to The Citronelle Club at SO/ Uptown Dubai for a business lunch that blends Southeast Asian cuisine with French. You’ll get four starters including a dim sum platter with a side of guacamole or go for the glazed chicken skewers. For the main course, take your pick from lamb saddle or steamed Mediterranean sea bass.

Dhs125 (two courses), Dhs160 (three courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3.30pm. SO/ Uptown Dubai, Uptown (050 421 0753).

Jazz@Pizza Express

Check out the lunch at this lively restaurant, while jamming to the tunes and occasional live music played at the venue. While it’s known for being an after-work drinks spot, there is no reason why you can’t pop in for the great lunch offers. Starting from Dhs49, have a slice of the best pizza in the city with an awesome ambience.

Dhs49 (Choice of classic pizza, salad, or pasta served with soft drink), Dhs59 (Choice of classic pizza, salad or pasta, appetizer, and soft drink), Dhs69 (Choice of classic pizza, salad or pasta, appetizer, soft drink, and dessert). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Jazz@Pizza Express, JLT Cluster A.

LDC Kitchen + Coffee

There’s a power lunch deal for Dhs78 at LDC Kitchen + Coffee, where you’ll get a soup or rocket salad, main and a coffee every weekday from noon until 6pm. Dishes on the menu include cast iron lasagna, kale salad or TanTan ramen.

Dhs78. Mon-Thu noon-6pm. Various locations including DIFC, Jumeirah, JLT, Sheikh Zayed Road.

NONYA

At a set price of Dhs99 per person available from Monday to Friday from noon to 4pm the lunch menu at Nonya offers a selection of starters and mains that are true to its Pan-Asian inspiration. Beginning with the soup of the day followed by some light starters, you can then choose from crowd favourites like truffle crispy lotus stem, satay ayam, tiger prawn har gao, or chicken Szechuan to name a few. Main courses call for a selection that offers something for every palate including black cod, buttermilk prawns, or the signature NONYA chicken/vegetable curry and more options. Lunch ends with a chef’s special dessert

Dhs99. Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Taj JLT (04 574 1111).

Not Only Fish

Take a mid-day break from the office for some Pan-Asian flavours at this recently opened restaurant in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. From noon to 4pm, you can get a two-course meal for Dhs95 or a three-course feast for Dhs125. Highlights on the menu include miso or tom yum soup, beef tartare, crispy duck and pearl salad, tuna tacos, chicken or duck katsu, duck or octopus roti, chocolate mousse and more.

Dhs95 (two-course), Dhs125 (three-courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Almas Tower, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (04 554 0707).

Rohini by Little Miss India

A new business lunch menu available from Monday to Friday, between 12.30pm and 3pm combines authentic Indian flavours with modern flair. Dishes include Goan fish curry, murgh tikka and chicken biryani. Guests can choose from either a two-course menu at Dhs 85 or grab three courses at Dhs 99.

Dhs85 (two courses), Dhs99 (three courses). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3pm. Rohini by Little Miss India, Movenpick JLT (4 438 0064).

Soon Nobby x Izakaya

SOON Nobby True Izakaya’s business lunch, offers a mid-day escape to Dubai’s working professionals in the form of a classic Japanese set meal, with a contemporary spin. Available from Monday to Friday between noon and 4 pm, the lunch deal offers a three or four-dish menu. Both options include a complimentary serving of edamame. The menu also features smoked salmon maki, negihama maki, yasai futomaki, chicken katsu, wagyu menchi katsu, BBQ unagi, ganmodoki katsu, steamed rice, and egg fried rice and more.

Dhs95 (three dishes), Dhs115 (four dishes). Mon-Fri, noon-4pm. Armada Tower 2, JLT Cluster P (055 434 0575).

Splendour Fields

Splendour Fields, which opened in January 2023 with a cafe, speciality coffee bar, bakery and deli store overlooking The JLT Park has proven an instant hit with local residents and office workers. Open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week, the cafe’s new deli lunch menu and business lunch menu provides a great value and convenient meal for those in a hurry which can be enjoyed in the cafe or to-go for Dhs49 or Dhs59. Both menus include a baguette or a slice of quiche, 100g of salad from the deli salad bowls and an espresso-based house coffee. For the business lunch menu, priced at Dhs59 per person, you can also enjoy homemade farm-to-table soup.

Dhs49 (deli lunch), Dhs59 (business lunch). Mon-Fri from 11am. The Park – Jumeirah Lake Towers (056 603 0897).

TJ’s

JLT’s neighbourhood sports café is offering free-flowing lemonade, a choice of soup or salad and a selected main course for Dhs69 every weekday.

Dhs69 (two courses), Dhs89 (three courses), Dhs99 (four courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT (04 574 1111).

Mirdif

Batchig

If lunch is what you are after then the summer lunch offer is a fantastic deal that runs from 12.30pm to 4pm at Batchig inside Millennium Place Mirdif hotel and is worth checking out. For the price tag of Dhs95, diners have a choice of cold and hot mezze, a main course and dessert.

Dhs95, Mon-Fri 12.30pm-4pm. Millennium Place Mirdif (04 605 7777).

Yo! Sushi

Available from Monday to Thursday, across all YO! sushi branches, you can enjoy an all-you-can-eat deal for Dhs139 per person. Take your pick from the menu (excluding the drinks), from sushi rolls, sashimi, salad, Bao, and ramen to Japanese street food and dessert.

Dhs139 for unlimited food. Mon-Thu, all day. Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina Mall, and Mirdif City Center.

Oud Metha

Brasserie Boulud

Enjoy a three-course French lunch for Dhs150 at this swish restaurant at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk. The restaurant from the Michelin-starred chef has modern French dishes with a twist.

From Dh150. Mon-Fri, 12.30pm-3pm. Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Oud Metha (04 281 4020).

Yum!

This express lunch includes a choice of one starter, one main and a drink – and you can tuck into signature dishes such as Nasi Goeng. Originally from Thailand, Chef Mama is behind the Thai fusion menu.

Dhs69. Daily noon-4pm. 7 Baniyas Road (04 205 7333).

Palm Jumeirah

AURA Skypool

Get lunch with an incredible panoramic view of Dubai at AURA Skypool. A Pan-Asian-inspired menu is on offer seven days a week from noon until 2pm or 2pm-4pm. There’s a choice of two starters between Korean fried chicken or Thai green papaya salad with spicy tuna maki. And, for the main course, you have a choice of four options including glazed miso salmon. Dessert is included in the set price of Dhs 195 per person. For an extra Dhs 175, you can also add in free-flowing pink grape for two hours.

Dhs195. Monday-Sunday noon-2pm and 2pm-4pm. AURA Skypool, The Palm Jumeirah, auraskypool.com (45662121)

February 30

Prepare for a fun and vibrant business lunch offering at the trendy beach club on February 30. Start the lunch by choosing from avocado tempura, Greek salad, veal scallopini, or seared salmon, followed by a choice of a main such as sea bass, lamb cutlets, penne tomato or grilled baby chicken. Dessert is also included.

Dhs145. Mon-Fri, noon-3pm, West Beach Palm Jumeirah (04 244 7200).

Cordelia

St. Regis Dubai, The Palm’s Cordelia serves up a two-course menu with the option of one starter, one main course and a side, plus a hot beverage for Dhs125 per person. With starters such as salmon rillettes or summer sweet corn bisque and mains such as saffron risotto or duck confit, there Duck Confit, a slow-cooked duck leg with and orange glaze, this business lunch is one posh dining experience.

Dhs125. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (056 688 9885).

Estiatorio Milos

Live your best life and dine at one of the most luxurious hotels in the world for Dhs200, yes you heard that correctly. The new business lunch menu at Estiatorio Milos is now available, with three incredible courses included. Looking over the hotel’s fountains, savour the Greek restaurant’s salmon tartare to start, and be sure to try the fish of the day or the Black Angus tenderloin for your main course. Finishing with a traditional Greek ravani, this is quite the spot for a summer lunch.

From Dhs200. Mon-Fri noon-4pm. Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah (04 426 2555).

Maison Mathis

The Palm’s Maison Mathis business lunch deal gives diners the choice of two courses and one soft drink for a price of Dhs110. The menu is stacked with Maison Mathis’ hearty dishes, perfect for a nourishing midday refuel while working remotely or meeting with clients. Starter options include the M/M nachos or the crispy calamari, with signature main meal choices of chicken avocado wrap, seafood linguini, or the pizza margarita – baked in the infamous Maison Mathis pizza oven. Those with a sweet tooth can choose between tiramisu or chocolate mousse cake for dessert.

Dhs110 (two courses). Mon-Fri 1pm-4pm. voco Dubai The Palm, West Beach, Palm Jumeirah (04 249 5502).

Myrra by Opa

Myrra is hosting a creativity lunch designed to foster collaboration between co-workers. Guests will have the option to choose from meals that are designed to boost brainpower, mood and metabolism. The Creativity Lunch offers three courses including two starters and a main.

Dhs115. Mon-Fri, noon-4pm. Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah (04 390 9999).

Nobu Dubai 

Taking place every Friday until Sunday from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, you can sample a two-course lunch menu for Dhs165 per person. To begin the experience, you can choose two options from an extensive list of 14 starters, including white fish dry miso, prawn dumplings, seafood ceviche, shrimp tempura, chicken anticucho taco and spicy tuna maki. While for the main event, there are nine dishes to choose from such as seabass jalapeño shiso, grilled salmon aji Amarillo salsa, roasted duck orange miso and the lamb chops wasabi pepper. All of which will be accompanied by crispy spicy garlic rice.

For an additional Dhs50, guests can select the beef tenderloin amazu, or the signature black cod miso. For those wishing to end lunch on a sweet note, the à la carte menu features a range of options such as Nobu cheesecake, seasonal exotic fruit, mochi ice cream or a selection of ice cream and sorbet.

Dhs165 (two courses). Fri-Sun, 12.30pm-3.30pm. Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah noburestaurants.com/dubai (04 426 0760).

Ristorante Loren

Located at Palm Jumeirah’s West Beach Club, Ristorante Loren’s business lunch offers up three courses of chef Giovanni’s native Italian dishes including seafood soup, kale salad with rock melon, burrata and pepperoni and linguine pasta with broccoli and scamorza cheese. Finish with profiteroles or a creamy baked cheesecake.

Dhs160 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-4pm. West Beach, Palm Jumeirah (04 557 8293).

Rüya

Rüya Dubai is open during the day with a business lunch menu. The three-course feast includes a line-up of contemporary Anatolian cuisine, packed with beautifully plated bold flavours, and complemented by views of the sea and skyline to relax and unwind. At Dhs130, start with red lentil soup with minted chilli butter before indulging in appetiser options of ciğ köfte, gavurdaği, halloumi and mixed leaf salad, and levrek. Choose from rich mains of two cheese pide with slow-cooked organic egg, adana kebap made with hand-cut lamb and burnt tomato, güveç, şiş tavuk kebap and choice of tea or coffee.

Dhs130. Mon-Fri, noon-3.30pm. The St Regis Dubai The Palm (04 218 0065).

SUSHISAMBA

Head over to SUSHISAMBA and enjoy a selection of new and signature dishes from Japan, Brazil and Peru, at its Vivo Business Lunch deal, which takes place during the week. Designed for every occasion, including business meetings to social catch-ups as well as daytime celebrations. This deal offers a miso soup, two appetisers and one main for Dhs159 per person.

Dhs159 (two courses). Mon-Fri, noon-3pm. Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah (04 278 4888).

WAZUZHU

Available every Tuesday through Thursday from noon-3pm, diners can enjoy a three-course meal for only Dh125 per person, with options to choose from including WAZUZHU’s special avocado miso salad; mock carrot dumplings, chicken sui mai, Thai basil chicken, California roll and hakka noodles. There is also the chance to make it four courses for an additional Dhs20  if you have a larger appetite.

From Dhs125, Tue-Thur noon-3pm, Dubai Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Palm Jumeirah, wazuzhu.com (04 566 4882).

Sheikh Zayed Road

Arrazuna

Located in the heart of The Link at One&Only One Za’abeel, Arrazuna’s business lunch includes a three-course menu curated by chef and entrepreneur Mehmet Gürs. Featuring flavours from the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Arabian Peninsula, Arrazuna’s business lunch is the perfect mid-week craving. Your lunch will come with a main course as well as soup, tea or coffee and a choice of seasonal sorbet.

Dhs168 (three courses), Dhs248 (four courses). Daily from noon-5pm. One&Only One Za’abeel, Trade Centre Area (04 666 1617).

Bistro Aamara

Nestled in the heart of Sheikh Zayed Road’s bustling Trade Centre area within the voco Hotel, Bistro Aamara’s business lunch offering is one not be missed. Available daily, from midday until 3pm, its lunch experience features a three-course menu for just Dhs125.

Reimagining the rich and diverse culinary heritage of the historic Silk Route, Chef Ritwik Sarkar brings a symphony of flavors from the Far East to the West to your plate.

Dhs125 (three courses). Open daily, noon-3pm. voco Hotel, 2nd Floor, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Center Area (052 573 5723).

Denny’s

The most famous diner in America not only has multiple branches in UAE but comes with a banging two-course business lunch at only Dhs39. Here you can get a main course and a beverage. Try the tangy chicken arrabbiata, ham and cheese omelette, berry pancake and more paired with a Denny’s signature coffee or soft drink.

Dhs39, Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Denny’s, all branches.

Dunes Café

Enjoy a midday break at Shangri La Dubai’s Dunes Café for a midday break. Choose between two options: a two-course set menu for Dhs95or try a more comprehensive experience with the three-course set menu for Dhs125.

Dhs95 (two courses), Dhs125 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Shangri-La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 405 2703).

Eat & Meat

Looking for an express business lunch along Sheikh Zayed Road? Eat & Meat’s “express buffet” offers a load of seasonal salads, a choice of main (featuring lots of meats, of course) and plenty of desserts.

Dhs99 (salad, main course and dessert), Dhs125 (soft drinks). Mon-Fri 12.30pm-3.30pm. The H Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 501 8630).

Shang Palace

Elevate your weekday dining experience at Shang Palace with a special dim sum lunch, available Monday through Friday. For Dhs98 per person, enjoy a tasty selection of freshly steamed Chinese dumplings. Looking to elevate your meal? For 130 per person, your lunch includes one glass of house grape or hops to complement your meal. This lunch deal is available from noon to 3pm.

Dhs98 (unlimited dim sum), Dhs130 (including one glass of grape or hops). Shangri La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road ( 04 405 2760).

The Crossing

Designed for busy professionals, the lunch menu offers a customised selection of courses that make the perfect lunch. You can enjoy a set menu with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food options. From the refreshing kashiphal salad to the achari paneer tikka and the moringa salmon tikka, each dish is a testament to the artistry of Indian cuisine. As you reach the end of your meal, be sure to treat yourself to The Crossing’s signature desserts, a delightful finale to an extraordinary dining experience.

Dhs95 (two courses), Dhs125 (three courses). Mon-Fri noon-3.30pm. H Hotel Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 491 9695).

Umm Suqeim

Anar

Are you a Persian cuisine fan? Bring your colleagues along from noon to 5pm for a two-course business lunch at this Souk Madinat Jumeirah spot. Dig into dishes including shirazi salad, mast o khiar, kashk bademjan, joojeh kabab, chelow kabab kubideh, joojeh masti and more while enjoying breathtaking views of Burj Al Arab,
Dhs95 per person. Daily noon-5pm. Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim (04 368 6505).

Beefbar

Beefbar’s business lunch menu, “La Formule” is available daily from noon to 4pm and features the house mix salad made with a medley of fresh vegetables and greens. For the main course you can choose from the scaloppine di filetto, a veal fillet cooked in a butter-yuzu sauce and served on a bed of nori, Beefbar’s classic ‘steak-frites’, topped with a black truffle butter sauce, or for a lighter option – the ginger seabass, served with sautéed vegetables and soy-ginger sauce. The meal ends with a dessert of the day.

Dhs150 (three courses). Daily from noon-4pm. Turtle Lagoon, Jumeirah Al Naseem Dubai (04 423 2238).

MayaBay

Priced at Dhs135 per person one of our favourite Asian restaurants in Dubai offers a three-course lunch menu with a choice of one starter, one main and one dessert.
Stand-out dishes on the menu include beef tataki, black cod and traditional Japanese mochi to name a few.

Dhs135. Mon-Fri noon-3pm. Jumeirah Al Naseem (04 275 2500).

Ushna

Looking for a laid-back venue that’s perfect for a productive meeting? From Monday to Friday, between noon to 5pm, head to this Indian restaurant at Souk Madinat Jumeirah to enjoy its lunch offer. Here, you can tuck into a two-course set menu featuring both non-vegetarian and vegetarian dishes for Dhs90.
Dhs90 per person. Mon-Fri noon-5pm. Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim (04 368 6506).