With the festive season upon us, you might ask yourself that all-important question – do you celebrate Christmas at home or head out to the very many restaurants in the city with tantalizing festive offers? We’re not much fans of doing massive amounts of dishes after a meal for ten people, so we’ve done the smart thing and combed the city for our favorite Christmas brunches around Dubai. And if you still feel like celebrating at home, worry not – we’ve also got some great turkey takeaway offers for you to enjoy as well.
Best Christmas Brunch and dinners in Dubai
UBK, Movenpick JLT: Christmas Day brunch with roast turkey and all the trimmings, from AED 199. Call 04 438 0064.
The Biltmore Hotel Villas: Christmas Eve dinner from AED 245 for set menu. Christmas Day Brunch from AED 425 with regular festive treats and turkey. Call 04 308 5555.
OIA, JA Ocean View Hotel: Festive buffet with live turkey station, live entertainment, appearance from Santa Claus, and kids’ area. From AED 249, call 04 814 5604.
Punjab Grill, Anantara Downtown Dubai: Indian-inspired festive five-course menu, from AED 250. Call 050 194 1107.
BA-Boldly Asian, Fairmont The Palm: Christmas Day evening drunch with Asian-inspired flavors. From AED 250, call 04 457 3457.
Miss Lily’s: Three-course set Christmas menu of Jamaican flavors, AED 265 per person. Call 04 356 2900.
Giardino, Palazzo Versace: Christmas Eve / Christmas Day dinner buffet, from AED 275, call 04 556 8805.
ISSEI, Radisson Dubai DAMAC Hills: Latin-inspired Christmas Eve brunch, from AED 279. Call 058 263 9755.
Waves Restaurant, C Central Resort The Palm: Christmas brunch with seasonal classics, from AED 280. Call 04 873 5500.
La Maison Restaurant, Royal Central Hotel The Palm: Christmas day brunch from AED 280, call 04 873 9300.
Eli Bar & Cucina, Dubai Marina: Three-course Festive set menu packages starting from AED 290 (non-alcoholic) to AED 550 (Premium) per person, inclusive of a sparkling welcome drink. Call 052 211 6643.
FireLake Grill House, Radisson Dubai DAMAC Hills: Family Fair Brunch with live entertainment from AED 295. Call 058 263 9755.
Be Beach: Christmas Day afternoon beachside brunch, from AED 295 per person. Call 054 751 1119.
Riva Beach Club: Beachside Christmas Day brunch with live festive entertainment, from AED 299. Call 04 430 9466.
Asia Asia, Dubai Marina: Christmas Day Brunch from AED 325, call 04 423 8301.
Fouquet’s: French-inspired Christmas Day brunch, from AED 350. Call 04 524 5301.
Carna, SLS Dubai: Christmas Lunch Roast with live entertainment, from AED 350. Call 04 607 0737.
Karma Kafe, Souk Al Bahar: Christmas Day brunch from AED 375 per person, call 04 423 8306.
The Showhouse, Dubai Marina: Three-course Christmas Day dinner with two drinks, from AED 395. Call 04 423 8312.
El Sur, The Westin Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina: traditional Christmas brunch from AED 395. Call 04 511 7373.
Armani/Mediterraneo: Christmas Eve / Christmas Day brunch, from AED 399 (soft drinks). Call 04 888 3666.
Papas, Dubai Marina: Italian Christmas Brunch from AED 400 per person, call 04 423 8321.
Giardino, Palazzo Versace: Christmas Eve brunch, from AED 400, call 04 556 8805.
COYA Dubai: Peruvian-inspired Festive brunch (Saturdays only), from AED 409. Call 04 316 9600.
Flow Kitchen, Fairmont The Palm: Christmas Day brunch with roasts and trimmings, from AED 420. Call 04 457 3457.
The Byron Bathers Club: Australian-inspired Christmas Day menu of seafood BBQ with British turkey roast. From AED 425, call 04 323 7378.
Jun’s: Christmas Day brunch of sharing-style menu with starters, main course, and dessert. From AED 425 per person, call 04 457 6035.
Roberto’s Dubai: Christmas Brunch on December 21st, from AED 425 (soft package). Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Lunch from AED 425 for a festive Italian sharing-style feast. Call 04 386 0066.
TATEL, Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection: Christmas brunch from AED 425, call 04 215 2121.
STK Dubai: Christmas Day Brunch from AED 445 per person, Christmas Night Roast from AED 150, call 04 423 8304.
Maison Mathis, voco Dubai The Palm: Family-friendly Christmas brunch with live entertainment, from AED 449. Call 04 249 5502.
The Guild: Christmas Day four-course menu, AED 450 per person. Call 04 321 9142.
RARE: Christmas brunch including Beef Wellington and Turkey Roulade, from AED 450. Call 04 287 4604.
Lakeview, Dubai Creek Resort: Christmas buffet from AED 450, call 04 602 1814.
Level52, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites: Sharing-style menu of seasonal treats and festive plates, along with a carving trolley of roasted turkey and beef. From AED 465, call 04 319 4000.
Palmito Garden, JA Beach Hotel: Outdoor Festive brunch with live cooking stations, entertainment, and kids activities. From AED 490, call 04 814 5604.
Boardwalk, Dubai Creek Resort: Traditional Christmas Day brunch with all the trimmings and Mediterranean dishes. From AED 495, call 04 602 1814.
Bussola, The Westin Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina: Italian Christmas feast from AED 495, call 04 511 7373.
Vanitas, Palazzo Versace: Christmas Eve / Christmas Day dinner, four-course festive menu from AED 499 (food only). Call 04 556 8805.
TOTÓ, Hotel Boulevard – Autograph Collection: Four-course Christmas Day set menu, from AED 510 (food only), call 04 215 2121.
Armani/Amal: Indian-inspired six-course festive set dinner menu, from AED 549. Call 04 888 3666.
Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark: Christmas day buffet from AED 550, call 04 511 7373.
La Petite Maison Dubai: Christmas sharing menu of French festive dishes, AED 610 per person. Call 04 439 0505.
Riviera by Jean Imbert: Festive set menu for Christmas Day, AED 650 per person with optional wine pairing. Call 04 541 7755.
Giardino, Palazzo Versace: Christmas Day ‘Into the Jungle’ brunch, from AED 675, call 04 556 8805.
Traiteur Brunch, Dubai Creek Resort: Enjoy brunch across Brasserie du Park, NOÉPE and The Thai Kitchen from AED 795, call 04 602 1814.
Armani/Ristorante: six-course festive set menu, from AED 799. Call 04 888 3666
Mina’s Kitchen, The Westin MinaSeyahi Beach Resort and Marina: Christmas edition of the Bubbalicious Brunch, packages from AED 1,065. Call 04 511 7373.
Jara by Martín Berasategui, The Lana, Dorchester Collection: traditional yet festive Basque menus on Christmas Day, AED 1,300 per person. Call 04 541 7755.
La Dame de Pic – One Za’abeel: Christmas Eve 7-course menu, AED 1,400 (with glass of champagne), 04 666 1617
Best Turkey Takeaway Deals in Dubai
Riva Beach Club: Traditional turkey with trimmings, from AED 299 for half turkey or AED 579 for full, call 04 430 9466.
Movenpick JLT: Traditional turkey with classic accompaniments at AED 299 for half turkey or AED 579 for full turkey. Call 04 438 0064.
Mr Toad’s / Neuvo: Roast chicken with traditional sides and free delivery, from AED 399. Available from various locations across Dubai.
Fairmont The Palm: Roast turkey with classic trimmings, from AED 550 (6kg). Call 04 457 3457.
Counter Culture Cafe, Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites: From AED 599 (roast salmon with 2 sides), call 04 319 4000.
Il Motto, JA Ocean View Hotel: Roast turkey with all the trimmings, from AED 699 (6kg). Call 050 979 6219.
LDC Kitchen + Coffee: Turkey with stuffing, sides, and all the trimmings for AED 750. Optional Cream Pumpkin Spice Pie for AED 150. Whatsapp +971566086776 to order.
Radisson Dubai DAMAC Hills: Herb-roasted turkey (6-7kg) with traditional sides, AED 750. Call 058 263 9755.
Palazzo Versace: Whole turkey with trimmings and sides, from AED 799 (6-8kg), call 04 556 8888.
RARE: AED 1,200 for 7kg turkey with gourmet sides and dessert, serves 8. Visit therare.ae/festive
