Tuesday evening brunch

Josette

What is it: A la carte brunch
Who’s it for: Grown-ups
Why go: For an unexpectedly glam, highly entertaining Tuesday night
Where is it: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC
When is it: Tue 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs450 (soft drinks), Dhs600 (house beverages), Dhs850 (bubbly).
How to book: @josettedubai (04 275 2522).

Thursday evening brunches

Chanca by COYA

What is it: Set brunch menu of Peruvian bites
Who’s it for: Grown-ups
Why go: For access to Chanca’s late-night parties
Where is it: Restaurant Village Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah
When is it: Thu 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs489 (house beverages), Dhs689 (premium beverages).
How to book: @chancabycoya (04 316 9600).

Joe’s Backyard DFC

What is it: Three-course evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly grown-ups
Why go: To unwind after a long week
Where is it: Holiday Inn Dubai Festival City
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs199 (three selected house beverages), Dhs299 (unlimited house beverages).
How to book: @joesbackyard (055 709 4509)

Friday evening brunch

42 Midtown

What is it: Three-course evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly grown-ups
Why go: To please everyone with good food and a bargain of a brunch
Where is it: Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
When is it: Fri 7pm-1am (three-hour slots)
How much: Dhs250 (house beverages).
How to book: @42midtowndxb (04 519 1111)

Ammos

What is it: A la carte evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly grown-ups
Why go: To indulge in Greek plates
Where is it: AMMOS Greek Restaurant, Rixos Premium Dubai JBR
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs295 (soft drinks), Dhs355 (house beverages), Dhs395 (sparkling).
How to book: @ammosgreekdubai (052 777 9473).

August

What is it: A French baroque brunch with scenic views
Who’s it for: Adults
Why go: Grab a great snap of the Dubai skyline
Where is it: The Address Downtown Dubai
When is it: Fri from 4pm
How much: Dhs350 (house drinks), Dhs450 (house drinks and bubbly)
How to book: august.ae

AURA Skypool Lounge

What is it: Pan-Asian set menu for evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: For party vibes in the sky, and one of the best value ways to access AURA
Where is it: Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah Dubai
When is it: Fri-Sat 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs480 (house beverages).
How to book: @auraskypool.dubai (04 566 2121).

Accents Restaurant & Terrace

What is it: Buffet brunch with DJs
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: Heaps of choice and panoramic views of the Marina
Where is it: InterContinental Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs175 (food only), Dhs200 (soft drinks), Dhs295 (house beverages), Dhs335 (sparkling).
How to book: @accentsrestaurant (055 992 9102).

Ba-Boldly Asian – Bold Night Brunch

What is it: Sharing-style Asian brunch
Who’s it for: Grown-ups
Why go: For a steady stream of Asian food to your table in glam surrounds
Where is it: Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri & Sat, 6pm-11pm (three-hour packages)
How much: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs395 (house beverages), Dhs495 (mixed drinks and sparkling).
How to book: @ba.boldlyasian (04 457 3457).

Bla Bla

What is it: Party brunch with live entertainment with a Latin and Afrobeats vibe by DJ Whiteboy and percussionists.
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: Four dishes, unlimited drinks and beach vibes for under Dhs300
Where is it: The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs249 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages).
How to book: @blabladubai (04 584 4111).

Blue Jade- Saigon Social

What is it: Vietnamese evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: Sharing plates from across Vietnam
Where is it: The Ritz-Carlton Dubai, JBR
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs265 (soft drinks), Dhs398 (house beverages).
How to book: @ritzcarltondubai (04 399 4000).

Certo

What is it: Set menu Italian evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: All the carbs on a Friday night
Where is it: Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City
When is it: Fri 7.30pm-10.30pm.
How much: Dhs229 (soft drinks), Dhs359 (sparkling).
How to book: @certodubai (04 366 9187).

Feast

What is it: International buffet evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: To dine around the world, in one night
Where is it: Sheraton Grand Hotel Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road
When is it: Fri 7.30pm-10.30pm.
How much: Dhs275 (soft drinks), Dhs400 (premium beverages), Dhs600 (bubbly).
How to book: @feastrestaurantdubai (04 503 4444).

Ella’s Eatery

What is it: An evening neighbourhood café brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone (you can even bring your pets)
Why go: Plenty of different food options including vegan and vegetarian
Where is it: Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri evenings
How much: Dhs285 (house beverages), Dhs165 (soft drinks)
How to book: (04 557 0984)

Jazz@PizzaExpress

What is it: Longstanding ‘Friday Stage brunch’ with all-you-can-eat pizza
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: If you like Pizza Express pizza, paired with a few live performances
Where is it: Jazz@PizzaExpress, Cluster A, JLT;
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages).
How to book: @jazzpizzaexpressdubai (04 441 6342).

Kanpai Lounge & Restaurant

What is it: Asian-inspired party evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: Five-course menu with plenty of options and Downtown vibes
Where is it: Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm,
How much: Dhs399 (soft drinks), Dhs499 (house beverages), Dhs599 (premium).
How to book: @kanpaidubai (04 441 9262)

Karma Kafé – Blushing Dragon evening brunch

What is it: Four-course evening brunch with sushi platters and all the signature mains to choose from
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: For Dubai Fountain views of course (and a very decent meal to boot)
Where is it: Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Indoor: 355 (soft drinks), Dhs475 (house beverages), Dhs575 (sparkling); Outdoor: Dhs400 (soft drinks), Dhs520 (house beverages), Dhs620 (sparkling).
How to book: @karmakafedubai (04 423 8306).

Khyber

What is it: Five-course sharing set menu
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: Authentic dishes from North India, served up on the Palm
Where is it: Dukes the Palm, A Royal Hideaway Hotel, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs245 (soft drinks), Dhs345 (house beverages), Dhs495 (bubbly).
How to book: @khyberdubai (04 455 1101).

LAO

What is it: Sharing plates of Southeast Asian home-style cooking
Who’s it for: Family-friendly
Why go: Dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, China and Indonesia
Where is it: Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 6.30pm-10.30pm
How much: Dhs275 (food only), Dhs350 (soft drinks), Dhs495 (house beverages), Dhs175 (kids aged six-11).
How to book: @lao.dubai (04 818 2222).

Matagi

What is it: A Japanese evening à la carte brunch
Who’s it for: Foodies
Why go: For top-notch Japanese food including Dubai favourites like spicy tuna and more.
Where is it: Raffles The Palm Dubai, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 7pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs375 (soft drinks), Dhs475 (house beverages), Dhs575 (premium beverages).
How to book: (04 248 8888).

Motorino Pizzeria

What is it: Sharing-style Italian evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: For pizza and pasta in JBR (and house bevs under Dhs200)
Where is it: JA Ocean View Hotel, The Walk, JBR
When is it: Fri-Sat 8pm-midnight.
How much: Dhs199 (house beverages), Dhs279 (house beverages, sparkling grape and mixed drinks), Dhs359 (premium beverage).
How to book: @motorinodxb (056 216 5027).

Paramount Hotel Midtown

What is it: Sushi and oysters
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: Incredible panoramic views
Where is it: Paramount Hotel Midtown, Business Bay
When is it: Fri, 8.30pm-11.30pm.
How much: Dhs199 (soft beverages), Dhs299 (house beverages), Dhs399 (sparkling grape beverages) Dhs650 (bubbly package)
How to book: paramounthotelsdubai.com

PizzaExpress Live

What is it: Party-style evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For a good deal: live music, bottomless pizza and house drinks for under Dhs230
Where is it: PizzaExpress Live, Bay Square, Business Bay
When is it: Fri 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs159 (soft drinks), Dhs229 (house beverages)
How to book: @pizzaexpressliveuae (04 566 5722).

Paros

What is it: Party evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: To let your hair down at the end of the workweek
Where is it: Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT
When is it: Fri 7pm-onwards (after brunch party: 10pm onwards).
How much: Dhs245 (soft beverages), Dhs295 (house beverages), Dhs375 (sparkling). Dhs650 (bubbly), Dhs150 per person for 4 beverages (after brunch party).
How to book: @paros.dubai (04 574 1111).

Santè Ria

What is it: Party-style Friday evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: For all the Latin American vibes, from salsa to chimichangas
Where is it: The First Collection at JVC
When is it: Fri 9pm-midnight.
How much: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house drinks), Dhs450 (premium drinks).
How to book: @santeriadubai (04 275 6630).

Surf Club

What is it: Perfectly timed sunset evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: Food platters, free-flow drinks and live music – and those sunset views over Bluewaters, of course
Where is it: Surf Club, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 4pm-7pm.
How much: Dhs249 (ladies), Dhs299 (gents).
How to book: @surfclubdubai (04 589 5444)

TJ’s

What is it: Three-course pub style evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: For a four-hour bargain brunch to set the weekend mood
Where is it: Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT
When is it: Fri 7pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs199 (soft beverages), Dhs249 (house beverages), Dhs399 (sparkling), Dhs699 (bubbly).
How to book: @tjs.dubai (058 857 3554).

The Black Sheep

What is it: British grub and free-flowing drinks
Who’s it for: Adults, especially British ex-pats
Why go: To get the party started for the weekend
Where is it: Pullman Hotel, Jumeira Lake Towers
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm
How much: Dhs245 per person
How to book: [email protected] (058 599 5664)

The Blacksmith

What is it: Evening brunch with sharing southern-style smokehouse plates
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For laid-back Friday vibes
Where is it: Wyndham Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house beverages), Dhs450 (bubbly).
How to book: @theblacksmithdubai (04 407 8873).

The Hide

What is it: Upscale brasserie brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For live jazz and a high-end meal
Where is it: Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim
When is it: Fri 6.30pm-9.30pm (2.5 hour package).
How much: Dhs390 (three-course sharing style menu and water), Dhs590 (premium beverages).
How to book: @thehidedubai (04 432 3232).

The Hideout

What is it: Three-course evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults-only
Why go: For one of the cheaper brunch deals in town
Where is it: Marina Byblos Hotel, Dubai Marina
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm and 9pm-midnight.
How much: Dhs299 (three-course meal with unlimited house beverages).
How to book: @thehideoutdubai (058 156 4123).

Tori Tori

What is it: Tanoshi Night Brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: For live jazz and free-flow Japanese dishes and drinks
Where is it: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 7pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs390 (soft drinks), Dhs490 (house beverages), Dhs620 (bubbly), Dhs190 (kids aged five-11).
How to book: @jumeirahzs (04 453 0444).

Varq

What is it: Spice Soirée evening brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For Indian dishes served to the table
Where is it: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Fri 6pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs499 (house beverages).
How to book: @varqpalmdubai (058 569 1033).

Wet Deck

What is it: W Dubai’s Summer Series
Who’s it for: Those who crave poolside activities
Why go: Entertainment all night long, from Dhs350
Where is it: W Dubai
When is it: Fri May 31, Sat June 14, Sat June 28
How much: Dhs350
How to book: wetdeckdubai.com (04 245 5800)

Saturday evening brunch

Address Dubai Mall

What is it: Buffet-style Twilight brunch at The Restaurant
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: To dine by the infinity pool, with Burj Khalifa views
Where is it: Address Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
When is it: Sat 6.30pm-11pm
How much: Dhs285 (soft drinks), Dhs385 (house beverages and bubbly).
How to book: @addressfountainviews (04 245 8888).

Barfly by Buddha Bar

What is it: Evening brunch with Pan-Asian bites
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: Sweeping Palm views and live entertainment
Where is it: Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah
When is it: Sat 7pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs365 (soft drinks), Dhs445 (house beverages), Dhs545 (premium beverages).
How to book: @barflydubai (04 230 0000).

Lah Lah

What is it: Three-course sharing style brunch
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For a chilled out Saturday night, with Pan Asian dishes and live entertainment
Where is it: Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
When is it: Sat 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs365 (house beverages), Dhs375 (sparkling), Dhs75 (kid aged four-12), free (kids under four).
How to book: @lahlahdxb (04 519 1111).

Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen

What is it: A casual pub grub evening brunch in the heart of Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Who’s it for: Groups of friends.
Why go: For delicious British fare and unlimited drinks.
Where is it: Souk Madinat Jumeirah
When is it: Sat 6pm to 9pm.
How much: Dhs345 (house beverages).
How to book: (04 248 8888).

Miss Tess

What is it: ‘After Dark’ brunch
Who’s it for: Those looking to unwind and celebrate
Why go: For breathtaking Burj Khalifa views
Where is it: Miss Tess, Downtown
When is it: Sat 7pm-10.30pm.
How much: Dhs345 (soft drinks), Dhs425 (house beverages), Dhs525 (mixed drinks and house beverages), Dhs745 (bubbly)
How to book: [email protected], @misstessdubai (04 438 3134).

Pure Sky Lounge

What is it: Set menu sunset brunch.
Who’s it for: Grown-ups.
Why go: For a rooftop brunch with super views.
Where is it: Hilton Dubai The Walk, JBR.
When is it: Sat 5.30pm-9pm.
How much: Dhs350 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs550 (sparkling).
How to book: @pureskylounge (04 318 2319).

STK JBR

What is it: Party evening brunch
Who’s it for: Adults
Why go: To party, simple (and eat steak)
Where is it: Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR
When is it: Sat 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs375 (soft drinks), Dhs425 (house beverages), Dhs475 (sparkling).
How to book: @stkdubaijbr (04 394 1832).

The Blacksmith

What is it: Evening brunch with sharing southern-style smokehouse plates
Who’s it for: Everyone, but mainly adults
Why go: For a total smokehouse feast
Where is it: Wyndham Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina
When is it: Fri 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house beverages), Dhs450 (bubbly).
How to book: @theblacksmithdubai (04 407 8873).

The Huddle

What is it: An All-Star late brunch with unlimited house beverages and a platter of bar bites.
Who’s it for: Grown-up and pub-grub lovers.
Why go: For an affordable night out.
Where is it: CityMax Hotel Al Barsha.
When is it: Sat 8pm-11pm.
How much: Dhs194 (house beverages).  
How to book: (050 100 7046).

Trader Vic’s JBR

What is it: Aloha set menu evening brunch.  
Who’s it for: Grown-ups.
Why go: For Hawaiian vibes and tropical mixed drinks.
Where is it: Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR.
When is it: Sat 7pm-10pm.
How much: Dhs295 (house beverages).  
How to book: @tradervicsjbr (04 318 2319).

Uchi

What is it: A cool late-night Uchi SociaL8 Brunch
Who’s it for: Adults only.
Why go: For the extensive Japanese menu and creative drinks alongside a live DJ.
Where is it: Gate Village, DIFC
When is it: Sat 8pm-11pm
How much: Dhs499 (house beverages), Dhs699 (bubbly), Dhs299 (food only), Dhs399 (dry).
How to book: @uchi.uae (04 298 5044).

Sunday evening brunch

Sui Mui

What is it: Evening brunch with live cooking stations
Who’s it for: Everyone
Why go: For a spread from Vietnam to Thailand, China to Japan, Korea, the Philippines and Malaysia
Where is it: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Al Sufouh
When is it: Sun 6pm-10pm
How much: Dhs169 (food only), Dhs225 (house beverages).
How to book: @westindubai (04 511 7373).