Ramadan Kareem to everyone. This year the holy month of Ramadan started on 13th April. Ramadan is a month of spiritual reflection, devotion, prayers and self-improvement. It is also a month of fasting.
The fast begins at dawn and ends at sunset. Iftar is the meal with which the Muslims break their daily fast during Ramadan. Traditionally the fast is broken with dates and water before prayers, followed by Iftar.
Homemade Iftar is the best but hotels and restaurants in Dubai offer many Iftar options to every kind of budget. Iftar buffet is still the popular option but set-menu is also has many takers.
Due to the pandemic Ramadan tents are not allowed. But you can visit most of the hotels and restaurants for Iftar and Suhoor. Here’s a roundup of some of the Iftars that I tried this year:
1 Iftar with a View at Vivaldi Restaurant and Lounge, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers. Savor traditional Iftar delicacies and favorites like the lamb ouzi and cousa mashi along with an acclaimed international buffet with ecstatic views of the Dubai skyline overlooking the creek. Exclusive Suhoor menu is available from 9pm onwards.
Price: AED 179 per person
Time: Sunset-8:30pm
Reservations Call: 04 207 1717
2 Wyndham Dubai Deira Iftar invites guests to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan and experience the traditional flavors of Arabia. Their Iftar buffet features a range of Arabic flavors that is guaranteed to delight the taste buds. In the spirit of Ramadan, Wyndham Dubai Deira will also give guests a complimentary stay when two Iftars are booked.
Price: AED 145 per person ( kids upto 6 years eat for free, 6-12 years at 50%)
Time: Sunset-8:30pm
Reservations Call: 04 525 5000
3 Iftar at Cafe 26, Element Al Jaddaf offers a reasonably priced healthy and delicious Iftar. You can choose from a selection of healthy soups, appetizers, entrée and desserts for a classic yet memorable Iftar.
Price: AED 99
Time: Sunset–9pm
Reservations: 04 201 4888
4 Iftar at Cafe Society, Tamani Marina Hotel is a family affair where you can enjoy family-style set menu and Iftar takeaway priced AED 199 consisting of 4 cold mezze, 4 hot mezze, soup(1litre), 2 main courses, 2 sides and assorted Arabic sweet platter for 2 is available. Four hours advance booking is required.
Price: Family–style set menu AED 199 for 2 persons
Time: Sunset–8:30pm
Reservations Call: 04 318 3755
5 Indian Iftar at Zafran Bistro, Mirdif City Centre. Zafran Bistro’s Mirdif City Centre location offers a 4 course set menu consisting of dates, cut fruits, Iftar drink, soup, salad, selection of kebabs, main course, dal, breads, rice and desserts. They’ve a non vegetarian and vegetarian set menu.
Price: AED 109 per person
Time: Sunset–9pm
Reservations Call 04 526 9019
6 Turkish Iftar at Zouzou in both their La Mer and Dubai Mall locations. Zouzou offers a set menu that consists of soup, cold starters, hot starters, main course and desserts along with Ramadan juices.
Price: AED 120 per person
Time: Sunset–9pm
Reservations Call: 04 343 0093 & 04 394 6394
7 Authentic Arabian Iftar at Al Mashawi Al Halabya Restaurant in Garhoud. Enjoy an authentic Arabian Iftar experience at Mashawi and their Iftar set menu features salads, soup, cold and hot appetizers, Lahm Blajeen, mix grills, your choice of main course, desserts along with Ramadan drinks and water.
Price: AED 90
Time: Sunset-9pm
Reservations Call: 04 222 6660
8 Iftar at Sufra, Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights is a great venue with Arabic setting to share Iftar with family and friends. Scrumptious spread with a wide variety of dishes along with cold and hot beverages.
Price: AED 149 per person
Time: Sunset-10pm
Reservations Call: 04 553 1212
9 Iftar at Ce La Vi, Address Sky View is a 3-course Iftar set menu. Break your fast in style at this glamorous venue and choose indoor or al fresco where you can take in the sweeping city views.
Price: AED 250 per person (indoor/lounge) AED 350 (al fresco and shisha)
Time: Sunset-8pm
Reservations Call: 04 582 6111
10 Iftar at 24th St, Dusit Thani Dubai is a bountiful spread of wide selection of traditional Arabic dishes and flavors from around the globe.
Price: AED 149 per person
Time: Sunset–9pm
Reservations Call: 04 317 4515/WhatsApp 054 990 8007
11 Iftar at The Spice Tree, DoubleTree by Hilton M Square Hotel & Residences is an exquisite gastronomic experience. Take your tastebuds on a flavorful journey of Middle Eastern, Indian and international cuisines.
Price: AED 139 per person/ Buy 2 Iftars and get a room night for free
Time: Sunset–10pm
Reservations Call: 04 217 5100
12 Iftar at Skye and Walker, Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek is a simple yet tasty experience brimming with all your favorite continental dishes.
Price: AED 120 per person
Time: Sunset–10pm
Reservations Call: 04 213 1221
13 Levantine Iftar at Awani in all their Dubai locations is a generous set menu this Ramadan. Get to choose your starters, soups, cold and hot mezze, main course, desserts and Ramadan juices.
Price: AED 120 per person
Time: Sunset–9pm
Reservations Call: 04 424 8082
14 Classy Iftar at Ninive, Jumeirah Emirates Towers in true Ramadan style is a memorable experience. Expect a set menu with wide range of starters, mains and desserts along with Ramadan drinks.
Price: AED 250 per person
Time: Sunset-9:30pm
Reservations Call: 04 326 6105
15 Luxury Iftar at Bleu Blanc, Renaissance Downtown Hotel and treat yourself to a lavish buffet. Break your fast with an amazing array of Middle Eastern cuisine in a vibrant setting.
Price: AED 185 per person
Time: Sunset-9pm
Reservations Call: 04 512 5555
16 Iftar Buffet at Cavendish Restaurant, Bonnington Towers offers ample and exquisite Arabic as well as international dishes. Keep space for their delectable desserts.
Price: AED 169 per person
Time: Sunset-10pm
Reservations Call: 04 356 0000
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