As the Holy Month of Ramadan nears its end, so too does alfresco season in the emirate. With temperatures rising, this is the last chance to enjoy the city's terraces and outdoor dining experiences. From the latest Asian-inspired restaurant on the block to beachside eateries and laid-back lounges, these are the restaurants to visit to see out Ramadan.
Maison de la Plage, West Palm Beach
The seaside restaurant has gone all-out for Ramadan, bringing to life the Majlis de la Plage. Enjoy iftar under the stars, sprawled across traditional furnishings that hammer home the heritage. Beginning with a selection of dates and cold mezze, the evening continues with lentil soup and a choice of main courses - roasted sea bass fillet, marinated whole baby chicken or crusted lamb cutlets - before finishing with fresh fruit. Book now
Ninive, Park Hyatt Dubai
Ninive is one of the city’s most beloved dining destinations, and this Ramadan Ninive has partnered with Montblanc for an iftar experience in the resort’s lush Palm Garden. Marrying the elegance of the Swiss watchmaker with Middle Eastern heritage, the space is a tranquil atmosphere to unwind, spend time with loved ones and break your fast with Middle Eastern favourites. The menu includes an abundance of soups, salads and cold and hot starters, while hearty mains are available through live cooking stations. Book now
Rüya, The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm
Experience a curated iftar menu of Anatolian cuisine at Rüya; break your fast the traditional way with dates, house-baked bread and a comforting soup of the day before tucking into sharing-style mezze and an assortment of mains, from the pistachio-crusted grilled sea bass to smoky hand-cut lamb cutlets. Round-out the evening with a selection of Anatolian desserts, complemented by Turkish tea and coffee. Rather stop by for suhoor? There’s a selection of á la carte dishes available from 10pm to 1am, including yoghurt and chilli-marinated grilled chicken kebap, vegetable and feta-stuffed Börek and muhammara. Book now
101 Dining Lounge & Marina, One&Only The Palm
Soak up the final winter rays at One&Only The Palm this Ramadan. A laid-back affair on the city’s shores with views of the Dubai Marina skyline, the iftar offering unfolds with an amuse-bouche of mejdool dates with almonds, goats cheese and orange blossom honey, followed by truffle hummus with artisanal breadsticks, braised lamb shank with saffron couscous and rosewater and pistachio kunafa cheesecake. Bliss. Book Now
Revolver, The Opus by Omniyat
Stray from Middle Eastern cuisine and dive into the flavours of South-East Asia at Revolver, the latest restaurant to have Dubai’s foodies in a frenzy. The Singapore-born restaurant kisses every dish with its open-fire grill, including those on the iftar menu. The signature wagyu scotch egg is a highlight from the starters, while you’ll be spoilt for choice with mains of banana leaf seabass with cilantro, charred chicken with kohlrabi, and spiced tiger prawns. Bringing the flavours home is the pistachio rose kunafa kulfi, a playful reimagining of the nostalgic favourite. Book now
