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6 of the best restaurants in Dubai this weekend: June 27 to 29
If your weekend revolves around where to eat next, you're in the right city. From limited-edition menus to daily set lunches and a few solid reasons not to cook – here are 6 of the best restaurants in Dubai to check out this weekend. The Restaurant at Address Dubai Mall Image: Supplied If you're into grilled food, head to The Restaurant at Address Dubai Mall this Saturday for their Twilight Grill Night. You'll start with a generous sharing platter of appetisers – think creamy hummus, baba ghanoush, fattoush, cheese rolls with tahina, and crispy calamari with tartare sauce. Then it's over to the live grill where you pick your own mixed grill plate: choose two from lamb kofta, shish tawook, beef shashlik, chermoula prawns, or seabass, plus one premium cut like wagyu ribeye, tenderloin steak, Australian lamb chop, or Canadian lobster tail. Sides like roasted potatoes, asparagus, saffron rice, and sauces come to share at the table. Finish with desserts including opera mille feuille, sticky date pudding, and seasonal fruit. Location: The Restaurant at Address Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai Offer: Dhs295 (soft drinks), Dhs395 (house beverages) Times: Every Saturday, 7pm to 11.30pm Contact: (0)4245 8888. @addressdubaimall CQ French Brasserie Images: Supplied Tucked inside the elegant Carlton Downtown, CQ French Brasserie brings classic Parisian charm to Sheikh Zayed Road. The mood is warm and unpretentious, with plush interiors and comfort-first French plates. Saturdays now come with a twist – A Gentleman's Menu – a relaxed set-up for laid-back evenings, great food, and a good bottle. Location: CQ French Brasserie, Carlton Downtown, Sheikh Zayed Road Offer: Dhs275 for a main + bottle of grape or two pints. Signature mains include steak frites, truffle pappardelle, and Le Burger de Triomphe. Starters (like mini lobster brioche) are Dhs39, dessert of the day for Dhs35. Times: Saturdays, 7pm to 11pm Contact: (0)4 506 9636. @ cqbrasserie Novikov Café Image: Supplied Lemons take the lead at Novikov Café this summer with a citrus-forward summer menu that's as zesty as it is elegant. Set inside Fashion Avenue at Dubai Mall, the stylish Mediterranean spot is going all-in on lemons, from fresh seafood and handmade pasta to desserts and mocktails. Location: Novikov Café, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall Offer: Limited-time Lemon Menu available daily until July 31. Highlights include Lemon Burrata & Beef Carpaccio (Dhs105), Lemon Pistachio Linguine (Dhs105), and Lemon Amalfi dessert with yuzu ganache (Dhs75). Times: Daily from 12pm Contact: (0)4 320 0209 @novikovcafedubai Bar des Prés Images: Supplied The sky-high Dubai outpost of chef Cyril Lignac's Bar des Prés sits 51 floors above DIFC and brings with it the Paris-meets-Tokyo energy it's known for. With modern interiors, moody lighting, and views that stretch across the city, it's the perfect lunch spot. Location: Bar des Prés, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC Offer: Dhs155 for a weekly-changing three-course business lunch. Current highlights include tuna crunchy galette, grilled chicken satay, miso caramelised salmon, and coconut tapioca with mango. Times: Monday to Sunday, Lunch: 12pm to 3pm Contact: (0)4 498 1616. @ Origins, Vida Dubai Mall Image: Supplied This one's for the fresh-food crowd. Origins keeps things clean, seasonal, and seriously good at their Farm Fresh & Fabulous Saturday brunch. Think colourful poke bowls, crisp vegan bites, wholesome mains and guilt-free sweets – all paired with a laid-back soundtrack and cool, wellness-y energy. Location: Origins, Vida Dubai Mall Offer: Saturday brunch with two packages pirced at Dhs149 (non-alcoholic), Dhs249 (alcoholic) Times: Saturdays, 1pm to 4pm Contact: (0)4 549 8888. @vidahotels Joe's Backyard, Dubai Festival City Image: Supplied Caribbean Night is back – and it's bringing the island vibes with it. Joe's Backyard is going full tropical for one night only, with a three-course Caribbean-style menu, unlimited drinks, and live reggae music by Reggae One Drop. The place gets a full-on island glow-up, from the cocktails to the decor to the beats. Location: Joe's Backyard, Dubai Festival City Offer: Caribbean-themed dinner with unlimited beverages — Dhs299 (house), Dhs399 (premium) Times: Friday 27 June, 8pm to 11pm Contact: (0)55 709 4509. reservations@ @ joesbackyarddfc
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17-06-2025
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Your yummy guide to the best rolls in town for Sushi week
Sushi Week is here, and that means it's time to honour everyone's favourite Japanese delicacy. From all you can eat offers to luxe one day only menus, here's where to get your sushi fix across Dubai, no soy sauce spills, we promise. Around the world in four rolls at SUSHISAMBA A limited-time celebration of SUSHISAMBA's signature Samba Rolls, this globe-trotting menu runs until Thursday, June 19. Diners can explore four standout creations inspired by countries across the SUSHISAMBA map. From Italy, try the SAMBA MILANO ROLL (Dhs92); from the USA, the fiery SAMBA VEGAS ROLL (Dhs105); from Qatar, the indulgent SAMBA DOHA ROLL (Dhs178); and representing the UAE, the luxe SAMBA DUBAI ROLL (Dhs168). Each roll brings bold flavours and flair, offering a taste of SUSHISAMBA's international spirit. It's a vibrant nod to the brand's global roots blending creativity, craft, and culture to prove one thing: great sushi knows no borders. Location: SUSHISAMBA, The Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah Operating hours: Mon to Thurs 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 2am; Fri 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 3am; Sat 1pm to 3:30pm, 6pm to 3am; Sun 1pm to 3:30pm, 6pm to 2am Contact: (0)4 278 4888, reservations@ @sushisambadubai, Sushi day, the Sushiyaki way On June 18, Sushiyaki is serving up a limited-time selection of signature sharing platters packed with bold flavours and premium ingredients. Try the Combo Yakirolls (Dhs360) featuring a variety of makis, or go all out with the Combo Moriawase (Dhs490) a chef-curated mix of makis, sashimi, and nigiri. Lunchtime specials are also available from 12pm to 5pm, including the Lunch Moriawase (Dhs250) and Lunch Yakitori (Dhs240) with grilled robata-style skewers. Location: Sushiyaki, Souk Madinat, Waterfront Operating hours: Daily, 12pm to 12am Contact: (0)4 451 9170, reservations@ @ One day only at Novikov Mark your calendars, sushi lovers, Novikov Café is going all out with a one day only menu on June 18. On the table? Signature rolls like the buttery Scallop Jalapeno (Dhs110), spicy tuna (Dhs105), and melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu Maki (Dhs135). There's also the Crispy Salmon Cheese Roll (Dhs95) for something a little different, and the decadent Wagyu Gunkan (Dhs85) if you're feeling fancy. Want to share? Go big with the Sushi Platter (Dhs220) or Sashimi Platter (Dhs185). Location: Novikov Café, Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue Extension Operating hours: Mon to Thurs 9am to 1am; Fri & Sat 9am to 2am; Sun 9am to 1am Contact: (0)4 320 0207, @novikovcafedubai Unlimited sushi at OAnjo Sushi fans, this one's for you. On Wednesday, June 18, indulge in a sushi feast that's as endless as the views. Choose from two packages: Dhs145 for all you can eat sushi, or go all out with Dhs245 including unlimited drinks. Expect expertly rolled nigiri, sashimi, maki, and bold chef specials all served in sleek surrounds with a killer skyline backdrop. Whether it's a stylish night out or a casual date with chopsticks in hand, this one day only celebration is your chance to roll into summer, one bite at a time. Location: OAnjo, Sheraton Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Operating hours: Open daily except Mondays from 5pm to 12am Contact:( 0)4 377 2007, @oanjodubai Leen's DIFC has your Monday sushi fix Can't make it to Sushi Week this week? Leen's Nikkei Nights are back, serving up a bold new set menu for two (Dhs399) every Monday from 6pm at Emirates Towers. Expect Latin-Japanese fusion at its finest, with sushi, ceviche, matcha desserts, and a bottle of grape all with DIFC views and signature Leen's flair. Location: Leen's, Emirates Towers, DIFC Operating hours: Mon to Fri 11am to 11pm; Sat & Sun 8am to 11pm Bookings: reservations@ @leens_ae Images: Supplied
