One of the wonderful things about living in Dubai is being able to embrace the local culture and customs. During the holy month of Ramadan, the city offers many different iftars with a range of cuisines to suit all palates, venues for all group sizes and family-friendly feasts. Take a look at some of our favourite iftars in Dubai this Ramadan, below.

AN IFTAR FEAST AT Al HADHEERAH, BAB AL SHAMS 

Al Hadheerah at the luxurious desert resort, Bab Al Shams, is offering a very special iftar experience this Ramadan. Blending time-honoured flavours with the grandeur of Arabian heritage, a lavish feast with entertainment awaits. From sunset onwards throughout the month of Ramadan, they’re offering everything from slow-cooked meats to fragrant delicacies.

The desert will come alive with mesmerising performances as dancers, musicians, and falconers bring centuries-old traditions to life, while camel and horse riders move through the dunes. Enjoy a stroll through the souk with handcrafted treasures, from intricate carpets to exotic perfumes, completing an unforgettable Ramadan celebration.

Price: AED 399 per person.

Bookings: Call 04 809 6194, email restaurants@babalashams.com, or book online.

HESSA STREET KITCHEN’S IFTAR BUFFET 

Hessa Street Kitchen, located on the first floor of Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills, is offering a delicious Iftar buffet this Ramadan. Gather with family and friends to break your fast with an exquisite selection of Arabic and international dishes, carefully curated to cater to the entire community. Each evening, there will also be a live oud player to create memorable Ramadan moments.

Price: AED 145 per person and AED 130 for groups of 10 or more.

Bookings: Call 055 714 5487 or email hskitchen.damachills@radisson.com.

IFTAR WITH YOUR LOVED ONES AT THE STRAND 

This Ramadan, gather your loved ones and experience the true essence of togetherness at The Strand. With their specially curated Iftar Set Menu, they blend traditional Middle Eastern flavours with a contemporary twist, offering a memorable dining experience in the heart of Palm Jumeirah.

Begin your meal with a choice of soups served with Arabic bread, then indulge in a selection of starters served at the table for sharing like spinach fatayer, cheese sambousek and beef kibbeh. For the main course, select from a variety of dishes to suit every palate. Options include the tender slow roasted lamb served with oriental nut rice and cumin labneh and the hearty chicken kabsa with tomato sauce.

Price: AED 165 per person.

Bookings: Call 04 430 2221 or DM them on Instagram.

JOIN SO/ UPTOWN DUBAI FOR A LUXURIOUS IFTAR 

This Ramadan, enjoy a gourmet iftar buffet Al Fawanees Tent, SO/ Uptown Dubai. Tradition meets contemporary luxury with a large variety of cuisines and live cooking stations at one of the widest spreads in Dubai.

There’s almost everything you can imagine on offer, including cold and hot mezze, more than 15 types of dates, homemade Dim Sum and wok dishes, and a dedicated carving station. The Emirati corner has Lamb Thareed, Chicken Mandi, and the signature Baby Lamb Ouzi with Emirati rice, while international stations offer sizzling Mixed Grills, Indian biryanis, freshly prepared Sushi and Italian classics, with pasta made in a parmesan wheel. For dessert, try the Turkish ice cream station, Um Ali, Cheese Kunafa, Baklava, and thechocolate fountain. While you dine, you’ll be entertained by a live oud player making the experience very memorable.

Available from Monday through Saturday, from sunset until 9.30pm, this lavish buffet has tables over 70m long tables and space for 500 guests making it ideal for corporate bookings and also larger groups and families.

Price: AED 290 to walk-in and up to 50% off for pre-paid bookings.

Bookings: Call or WhatsApp 050 420 8494 or email so.uptown.ramadan@so-hotels.com.

INTRODUCING MARRIOTT RESORT PALM JUMEIRAH’S IFTAR AT HOME BOXES

For those who prefer to break their fast in the comfort of their own home, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah is offering Iftar at Home Boxes this Ramadan. This deliciously convenient way to enjoy Iftar with family and friends is made up of a beautifully curated box that serves up to six guests. It features a spread of mezze, lentil soup or harira with lamb, signature mains such as lamb leg ouzi and shish tawook, plus an assortment of Arabic sweets, including Umm Ali, kunafa and baklava.

Price: AED 795 and serves up to six people.

Bookings: Call 04 666 1430 or email dine.palmjumeirah@marriotthotels.com. Pre-order is required 24 hours in advance and collection is daily from Leventera Restaurant between 4pm – 8pm.

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