22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Where to brunch at Atlantis The Royal and Atlantis, The Palm
If you've always wanted to try an Atlantis The Royal brunch or any of the Atlantis, The Palm brunches, here's what you need to know.
These iconic Dubai resorts aren't just about jaw-dropping architecture and luxurious stays — they're also home to some pretty epic brunches.
Think endless spreads of fresh seafood, decadent desserts that look almost too good to eat (almost), and live entertainment that keeps the vibe buzzing all afternoon.
We've rounded up the tastiest brunch spots across both resorts, so you can eat, sip, and savour your way through Atlantis Dubai brunches (and lunches).
Hungry yet? Let's dive in.
Best Atlantis brunches
En Fuego
Atlantis The Palm Brunch. Credit: En Fuego
Spicy Mexican restaurant En Fuego at Atlantis The Palm has a Dubai party brunch that has a bang louder than any confetti cannon.
Attracting a fun-loving crowd, made up of plenty of birthday parties, celebrations and groups, expect to be digging into shareable Mexican plates of tacos, nachos, et al while you enjoy the live entertainment.
The music is loud, the vibe is lively, so wear your dancing shoes or you'll regret it. Fiery by name, this is one hot party brunch in Dubai right now.
Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs550 (sparkling). Sat 1pm-4pm and 4pm-6pm for the after party. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, @enfuegodubai (04 426 2626).
La Mar
Atlantis The Royal brunch. Credit: La Mar by Gastón Acurio
Are you a Peruvian cuisine-lover looking for a new experience to try? You'll be excited to know that a brilliant brunch experience is available at La Mar by Gastón Acurio at Atlantis The Royal.
A sharing-style set menu will be served, alongside mixed drinks, mocktails and unlimited traditional Peruvian drinks. Start with a curated selection of the freshest seafood, followed by ceviche. Next, you can dive into classic Peruvian street food, anticuchos, featuring marinated grilled chicken, as well as crispy empanadas. End on the sweetest note with chocolate mousse featuring chocolate sourced from various regions in Peru, for dessert.
Dhs455 (house drinks), Dhs495 (premium beverages), Dhs385 (soft drinks). Sat 12.30pm-4pm. Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah, (04 426 2626).
Saffron 2.0
Atlantis the Palm brunch. Credit: Saffron
An OG on the Dubai party brunch scene, Saffron is a jaw-dropper. And we're not just talking about the size of the buffet, though you'll certainly get your steps in sashaying around the plethora of live stations serving everything from curry to pizza.
Don't forget the creative mixed drinks that you can pick up on your way back to your table, either, though keep your eyes open, you'll likely get caught up in a conga line en route, which can only be a good thing.
A lively, fun-loving afternoon that everyone should try at least once, and one of Dubai's best party brunches.
Dhs525 (house beverages), Dhs575 (sparkling). Over 21s. Sat 1pm-4pm. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, (04 426 2626).
Weekend lunches
Nobu Dubai
Atlantis The Palm lunch. Credit: Nobu Dubai
Nobu Dubai at Atlantis The Palm is not only one of Time Out Dubai's best Japanese restaurants for 2025, but it's also the A-listers' hangout of choice. With guests like Kendall Jenner and Ronan Keating, you know you're getting the good stuff when you visit Nobu.
Taking place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, you can sample an express lunch menu for Dhs165 per person. To begin your experience, you can choose two of 16 Nobu starters on offer, including the crispy squid, coriander shiso aioli, salmon avocado maki, spinach dry miso, white fish dry miso, as well as the seafood ceviche.
For the main event, there are nine dishes to choose from, including the baby chicken anticucho, grilled salmon anticucho, lamb chops with wasabi pepper, as well as roasted duck orange miso. All your mains will come with a side of truffle rice. Dessert will cost you extra, but why not treat yourself to a cheeky pudding?
Dhs165 (two courses). Fri-Sun, 12.30pm-3.30pm. Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 426 0760).
Studio Frantzén
Atlantis The Palm lunch. Credit: Studio Frantzén
Studio Frantzén at Atlantis, The Palm has launched The Luncheon — a refined weekend dining experience that blends modern French cuisine with Asian influences. Available every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm, you can enjoy a two-course menu with a side for Dhs195, with an optional beverage package for an additional Dhs225.
The menu features creative starters like seabass ceviche and truffle-roasted cauliflower, mains including Angus beef striploin and salmon tataki, plus indulgent sides. Plus, you can also visit the playful candy room for à la carte desserts, including soft serve ice cream, cheesecake and pick-and-mix sweets.
Dhs195 (two courses). Dhs225 (beverage package). Sat-Sun, noon-4pm. Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (054 584 3105).
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