YOUR WEEKEND BRUNCH PLANS? SORTED!
LA NIÑA in DIFC invites you to VERA TULUM, a Sunday brunch ritual that channels the spirit of a chic indoor beach party. From 2 PM till late, guests can expect Latino-Iberian dishes, curated DJ beats, and an atmosphere that shifts from laid-back daylight to moonlit celebration. As the day unfolds, so does the vibe – from elevated brunch to a lively dinner scene with tribal house rhythms. It's soulful, immersive, and made for those who crave flavor, energy, and escape.
in DIFC invites you to, a Sunday brunch ritual that channels the spirit of a chic indoor beach party. Fromtill late, guests can expect Latino-Iberian dishes, curated DJ beats, and an atmosphere that shifts from laid-back daylight to moonlit celebration. As the day unfolds, so does the vibe – from elevated brunch to a lively dinner scene with tribal house rhythms. It's soulful, immersive, and made for those who crave flavor, energy, and escape.
Date: Weekdays | 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Location: ICD Brookfield Place – DIFC – Dubai
Reservations: +971 (0)4 395 1300
Esco-bar Dubai , with Saturday and Sunday sessions from 2PM to 6PM. Located on Palm West Beach, this Tex-Mex hotspot brings Beirut's legendary party spirit to Dubai's shores with punchy cocktails, vibrant plates, and a backdrop of skyline views. Expect sizzling Latin flavors, theatrical drinks, and beachside beats in a jungle-meets-city setting. Whether you're easing into the weekend or keeping the party going, Esco-bar's brunch is where the rhythm never stops.
Brunch just got bolder at, with Saturday and Sunday sessions fromtoLocated on Palm West Beach, this Tex-Mex hotspot brings Beirut's legendary party spirit to Dubai's shores with punchy cocktails, vibrant plates, and a backdrop of skyline views. Expect sizzling Latin flavors, theatrical drinks, and beachside beats in a jungle-meets-city setting. Whether you're easing into the weekend or keeping the party going, Esco-bar's brunch is where the rhythm never stops.
Date: Saturday & Sunday | 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Palm West Beach, Dubai
Reservations: +971 56 444 7575
OPA Dubai iconic Summer Brunch Series is back this Saturday 19th July, a once-a-month Saturday celebration from 12PM to 4PM. Each edition takes guests on A Journey Through the Hidden Gems of Greece – with storytelling, regional flavors, and vibrant traditions at the heart. From mezze spreads to lobster orzo and baklava sundaes, brunch is elevated with live Zorba performances, plate smashing, and that unmistakable OPA flair. It's the ultimate Greek escape, right in the heart of Dubai.
iconic Summer Brunch Series is back this Saturday 19July, a once-a-month Saturday celebration from. Each edition takes guests on A Journey Through the Hidden Gems of Greece – with storytelling, regional flavors, and vibrant traditions at the heart. From mezze spreads to lobster orzo and baklava sundaes, brunch is elevated with live Zorba performances, plate smashing, and that unmistakable OPA flair. It's the ultimate Greek escape, right in the heart of Dubai.
Date: Saturday 19th July | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Fairmont Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Reservations: +971 4 357 0557
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