Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five Pillars of Islam. The fast is observed each day from sunrise to sunset. Muslims rise before dawn to have a pre-fast meal which is called Suhoor and after dusk, they break their fast with the Iftar meal. Celebrating the holy month of Ramadan has become a fusion of culture and religion. Come Iftar and Suhoor families can be seen heading to either tents or popular restaurants in different hotels across Dubai. Most Iftar venues in hotels are bedecked with Arabic and Ramadan themes, others have gone beyond that by putting up special tents overlooking the most tranquil of surroundings and they all have their own special way of wooing families, with Iftar food specialties playing a major role.

Here’s a growing list of sumptuous Iftar and Suhoor feasts on offer in Dubai for Ramadan 2015..
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ANISE AT INTERCONTINENTAL DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY

A SUNDOWN FEAST FOR IFTAR
With eight live cooking stations modeled on the eight points of the star anise, along with an extensive international buffet, Anise delivers a sensory all day dining experience to remember.
This Ramadan, join us for an Iftar with family and friends as we deliveeer   our usual first class service and excellence, coupled with the finest spread of traditional Arabic fare and live entertainment.
Sunset – 10pm
AED 215 per person, including Ramadan juices, tea, coffee and soft beverages
AED 105 per person for kids aged 6-12 years old

EID CELEBRATIONS AT ANISE
If you enjoy our iftars, you will certainly enjoy the Eid al-Fitr celebrations at Anise. Join us and savour the flavours of our extravagant Eid buffet in a traditional setting with live cooking stations.
First day of Eid:     Lunch, 12:30pm – 4pm, AED 215 per person, including softbeverages
Dinner, 7pm – 11:30pm, AED 280 per person, including soft beverages
Second day of Eid: Lunch, 12:30pm – 4pm, AED 280 per person, including soft beverages
Corporate discounts are not applicable
For reservations and enquiries:
Tel: +971 (0)4 701 1127/28
Email: diningdfc.com
Anise restaurant operating hours: Breakfast – 6:30am to 11am, closed for lunch

Barefoot Lounge at the Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa

Venue:                 Barefoot Lounge Ramadan Tent
Description:        Custom built luxury Ramadan tent located by the beach
Offer                     Daily Iftar with International Buffet and Middle Eastern specialties, Ramadan juices and sheesha
Price                      Buffet Iftar AED 189/- (for children 7-12 years AED 90)
Days                      Open daily throughout Ramadan
Timing                   7pm – 3am
Contact                04 3461111 or fnb@dxbmarine.com

Brunello Restaurant Layali Tent

Iftar & Suhoor dining offers at the Layali Tent:
Iftar buffet at AED 185 per adult (AED 160 per person for groups of 10 guests or more) from sunset till 9:00 pm.

Suhoor at AED 95 minimum spend per person (excluding shisha), from 10:00 pm to 3:00 am. 

Dessert Club Chikalicious L.L.C. 

delights to share amongst family and friends

Where: The Village Mall, Jumeirah 1
Tel: 04 344 4700 l M: 056 3550891
Email: catering@chikaliciousme.com

 

 

Dubai Marriott Hotels

This Ramadan, visit any of the Dubai Marriott Hotels and select from a variety of iftar experiences set at incredible prices. You could even pre-order take away boxes for when you invite guests or just want to enjoy quality family time in the privacy of your home.

Choose from an array of venues beginning with Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf Dubai which boasts exquisite views of the Dubai skyline or experience traditional spreads at the classic JW Marriott Hotel Dubai. Enjoy quality time with family by the picturesque lake views of the Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community or catch the sunset from the 52nd floor of the Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites showcasing 360 degree sights of Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Experience blissful moments from the two iconic towers of the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai or at the newest addition to the family, Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection.

Eataly Dubai Mall

ENJOY IFTAR… THE EATALIAN WAY!
To celebrate the breaking of fast this Ramadan, Eataly has created a special set menu.

Grand Hyatt Dubai

Intercontinental Dubai Marina

During the Holy Month of Ramadan, InterContinental Dubai Marina will offer an exquisite traditional Iftar buffet in Accents Restaurant, with a delicious variety of Arabic and international culinary delights.
Enjoying privileged views of the Dubai Marina from Accents Restaurant which will delight guests with traditional Arabic cuisine favourites, ranging from cold and hot mezze, to heart-warming soups, vegetarian dishes, and grilled meat and seafood at its impressive carving stations. Sweet palates will succumb to a wide range of dessert options including Arabic sweets, dates, Umm Ali, Kunafa, as well as a selection of ice-creams, sorbets, and crepes with multiple fillings and toppings.

Serving from sunset until 9.30pm, the Iftar price per person is AED 155. This includes a traditional buffet, featuring live cooking stations, and sharing platters served to the table along with a choice of fresh juices, mocktails and smoothies. Children under 12 enjoy 50% discount and children under 4 years eat for free.
To enjoy your Ramadan evenings with friends and family, book online at www.icmarinadining.com or call +971 4 446 6669

Legends

Enjoy a ‘Legendary’ Iftar experience during Ramadan this year whilst you indulge in traditional Arabic cuisine and soak up the ambiance at our iconic Legends restaurant.  Kick back and unwind while you feast on a selection of delicious hot and cold mezze, rustic soups, delectable main courses and sweet treat selections, all served straight to your table. 
Price
AED 165 per person (set menu, selected juices and Arabic coffee)
AED 70 per person for children below 12 years
Timings
Iftar menu: Sunset to 8:30pm
A la carte menu available from 8:30pm to 11pm

Mamemo Majlis at Four Seasons Resort

The Mamemo Majlis at Four Seasons Resort Dubai, is a perfect blend of sophistication and tranquility with inspired design and décor elements that touch the senses as guests are met with the class and elegance of the set up. The majlis is an inviting experience that will make it the destination of choice for guests spending time and interacting with family and friends and enjoying the renowned Four Seasons hospitality.

The Mamemo Majlis at Four Seasons Resort Dubai will be open daily from sunset to 3am.
Prices are AED 260 per person (inclusive of taxes) for Iftar and Suhour with a minimum spend AED 190.
Children aged 0-5 dine free and those aged 5-12 years are entitled to 50% off the bill.
For reservations please contact +971 4 270 7777.

PER TE RISTORANTE E CAFÉ

Established in 2015, Per Te is an Italian ristorante and café serving a diverse menu of Italian food, from across the country.

Per Te has an extensive menu including original wood-fired pizzas, antipasti, flavoursome pasta dishes, Italian coffees and indulgent desserts – all prepared using ingredients imported from Italy or carefully sourced from the local market.

Per Te is located in Villa no. 54, Street 12C, Behind Jumeirah Plaza, Jumeirah 1.
The restaurant is open daily from 12pm to 11.30pm on weekdays and from 12pm to late on weekends.
For more information or reservations, please call 04 344 6455 or send an email to info@perte.ae.
During Ramadan, Per Te will be open from Iftar until 2am.

Petals Restaurant, Time Oak Hotel and Suites

Celebrate the Magic of Ramadan with TIME Oak Hotel and Suites. Enjoy the time of togetherness, sharing and giving this Ramadan with your colleagues, family and friends. Book your table now to enjoy the memorable evenings at TIME Oak Hotel and Suites.  Petals Restaurant/ Petals Terrace.
Iftar buffet at AED 150 per adult
Suhoor at AED 80
TIME Oak Hotel & Suites, Tecom, Al Barsha
For bookings and inquiries, please call  +97144377888 or  email fb.oak@timehotels.ae

Pizza Express at Ibn Battuta

This Holy Ramadan, diners visiting PizzaExpress Ibn Battuta are in for a culinary treat. Guests can indulge in Iftar with an Italian twist featuring everyone’s favourite PizzaExpress dishes. From sundown until 9.30pm, PizzaExpress Ibn Battuta will be serving an Iftar buffet with a difference for AED 69 per person.

Guests at PizzaExpress Ibn Battuta are invited to enjoy a specially crafted buffet menu using a combination of dishes from Italy and the Middle East:
Ramadan Honey Date Dough Balls
Ramadan juices such as Laban Up and Kamaruddin juice
Make-your-own salad bar with mix capsicums, olives, roasted chicken, turkey ham and more
Traditional Arabic appetizers such as hommos and tabouleh
PizzaExpress salads such as the salad nicoise, Leggera Superfood Salad
A variety of Italian soups from broccoli soup to Italian bean soup
Italian inspired mains such as beef lasagne and cannelloni Spinach and Ricotta
PizzaExpress pizzas from Sloppy Giuseppe to La Reine
Traditional and Italian desserts from umm ali to risotto dolce

Iftar foods as well as PizzaExpress favourites. Breaking fast is a holy time and we are happy to offer our guests Ramadan Honey Date Dough Balls – a special that we will only be serving throughout the Holy Month.

Located in the China Court in Ibn Battuta, PizzaExpress will be open from sundown until 11.30pm during Ramadan.
For more information or reservations please call 04 3685134

Ramada Downtown Dubai

After the day’s fast, indulge your senses in a sumptuous Iftar buffet at Kenza Restaurant. For only AED135/ per person inclusive of Ramadan juices, feast in a selection of traditional Arabic, Lebanese and Egyptian cuisine, with special Ouzi prepared exclusively for the occasion. Plus, every Thursday, revel in a barbecue-themed Iftar with your favourite Middle Eastern grilled foods for only AED120/ per person. The Iftar buffet is open from sunset until 10:30 in the evening.

For Suhoor, the hotel offers a special set menu with soup, salad, hot mezzeh, main course, breakfast items, desserts and Ramadan juices via room service. The Suhoor promotion is priced at AED120/ person.

For more information or bookings, please visit www.ramadadowntowndubai.com, call 04 303 9472 / 04 330 7330, or email kenza@rdtdubai.com.

Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman and Ramada Beach Hotel Ajman

Mark the end of the day’s fast with a festive Iftar buffet featuring a mix of traditional Middle Eastern and international cuisine at Orchid Restaurant at Ramada Hotel & Suites Ajman. You can also opt for your barbecue favourites like tikka and kebab, complemented with a variety of starters, side dishes and desserts at King’s Grill Restaurant at Ramada Beach Hotel Ajman.

The Iftar buffet at Orchid is priced at AED99/ person inclusive of Ramadan juices and soft beverages, while the barbecue-themed Iftar at King’s Grill is priced at AED90/ per person. Both restaurants offer 20% off the final bill during the first ten days of Ramadan.

For bookings and inquiries, please call +971 6 703 1111 or email sales@ramadaajman.com for Ramada Hotel and Suites Ajman, and +971 6 742 9999 or email sales@ramadabeachajman.com for the beach hotel.

Reem Al Bawadi

Reem Al Bawadi offers the daily Iftar buffet with a wide selection of starters, dates, fruits, assorted traditional Ramadan drinks, soups and a wide variety of splendid main course dishes such as lamb, chicken, fish, rice and more. Wind up your meal with a with a selection of mouthwatering  sweets and desserts.

INFO: Dhs130 per person for Ramadan buffet, Reem Al Bawadi, Jumeirah, 04 394 7444; Sheikh Zayed Road, 04 330 6663; Dubai Marina Walk, 04 452 2525, Dubai Downtown 044439690 and Ramada Deira 04 2596111.
Iftar Buffet Price: AED 130
Timings: After 6:30pm
Suhoor set menu price: AED 65
Timings: after 12:am

Rosa Mexicano

Ramadan is nearing and nowhere are Iftar spreads more spectacular than in Dubai. If you’re visiting the UAE capital this season, you should make it a point to celebrate at Rosa Mexicano. It’s one of the hottest spots when it comes to offering delicious Iftar displays and providing a warm and cheerful backdrop, creating a magical experience for each guest.

This year, its savoury choices of Ramadan delicacies and refreshing beverages will take your taste buds on a flavourful journey.
RAMADAN SPECIALS “IFTAR MENU” 2015  AED 89

The Dubai Mall, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971.4.388.2505

 

Shangri-la Hotel

 

 

 

 

Sufra at Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights

Iftar Buffet at Sufra
Sufra, the hotel’s destination restaurant will host a daily Iftar buffet, serving up a mouthwatering Ramadan feast, with a range of cuisine from the Levant and Mediterranean regions. The stylish outlet boasts floor to ceiling windows overlooking Creek Park, providing a relaxed urban garden setting to celebrate with family and friends.  Sufra is committed to delivering the freshest of ingredients providing a culinary journey though the Levant region. Signatures dishes will include Kousa Bil Laban, Roasted Baby Chicken with Freekeh and Seared Seabass with Sayadiah Rice.

The feast is priced at AED160 per person and will commence from sunset to 9pm daily during Ramadan.

Skyline Lounge Crowne Plaza DFC

BE BLESSED WITH SOHOUR
Extend your evening at the stunning Skyline Tent offering unrivaled views of the Dubai Creek and skyline. Savor an array of authentic à la carte Arabian dishes prepared by our culinary team and take in the ambiance with the smoothest of Shisha. Live entertainment includes Oud player and Tabla player. 9pm – 2am (weekdays) until 3am on weekends (Thursdays / Fridays).

CELEBRATE EID-AL-FITR OVERLOOKING THE DUBAI SKYLINE
First day of Eid: Dinner, 7pm – 11:30pm, AED 205 per person, including soft beverages.
Second day of Eid: Lunch, 12:30pm – 4pm, AED 205 per person, including soft beverages.
Dinner, 7pm to 11:30pm, AED 205 per person, including soft beverages
For reservations and enquiries:
Tel: +971 (0)4 701 1127/28
Email: restaurantreservation.dfc@ihg.com

The Gate – Movenick Hotel  Ibn Batutta

Bring your family and friends along to “The Gate” and indulge in a sumptuous Iftar buffet inspired by Ibn Battuta’s travels through India, Italy, Morocco and Asia, accompanied by the soothing sounds of a traditional Oud player.

Our Iftar will be AED 170 per person and we have a special Early Bird rate of only AED130 when booking before the 15^th of June!
For bookings and enquiries, please contact restaurant reservations
Tel : +971 4 4445613
Email:  dine.ibnbattuta@moevenpick.com.

The Gem Garden Restaurant, Holiday Inn Al Barsha

During the holy month of Ramadan, experience the essence of Arabian cuisine and traditions at Al Majlis, an authentic Arabian tent at the Grand Ballroom of The Oberoi, Dubai. Al Majlis recreates the ambience and charm of dining in a traditional Arabian setting with live oud and tabla entertainment, henna artist and a lavish spice souk.
The culinary team has put together a selection of gourmet Arabic and International delicacies for the extensive Iftar buffet. Interactive cooking and molecular gastronomy stations for desserts will add an element of culinary theatre to the Iftar experience. The Iftar experience will be offered at AED 220 per person including signatures such a slow cooked tajene, an organic Arabic cheese and vegetable counter, date lollipops and   Ramadan beverages such as Qamar-Al-Din, Tamar Hindi and Jallab.
After Iftar guests can relax and unwind in the tranquil surroundings of the enchanting air-cooled Al Majlis courtyard and sample myriad varieties of shisha amidst frangipani trees nestled in a tranquil water body; until 1.30 am. Large television screens will broadcast Arabic television series and there will also be a dedicated children’s play area.
For a touch of exclusivity, private ‘Majlis’ are also available with a dedicated butler when guaranteeing Iftar bookings for 10 guests.
Prior reservations are recommended. Please call: +971 4444 1407 or e-mail: restaurants.dubai@oberoihotels.com

QD’S

To honour this special time of year, QD’s will be reinstating an impressive dedicated Ramadan tent which offers the perfect venue to enjoy an authentic Iftar buffet whilst enjoying the stunning views of Dubai Creek and skyline.  Sit back and relax in the comfort of an air conditioned marquee whilst savouring a feast of gastronomic delights prepared each day by our team of culinary experts.  The sumptuous Iftar buffet offers a selection of hot and cold Arabic mezze, rustic soups, Middle Eastern and International main courses followed by an array of gourmet desserts with selected juices and traditional Arabic sweets and dates.

For Suhoor, QD’s welcomes guests to order from our special a la carte menu from 9pm until 1am and enjoy one of our renowned signature shishas whilst overlooking the stunning waterside views of the famous Dubai Creek.
Reserve your table in advanced at QD’s and receive a special price for groups of 20 guests or more. Terms and conditions apply.
Price
AED 150 per person (buffet, water and selected juices)
AED 65 per child (between 6 to 12 years)
Timings
Daily Iftar buffet – Sunset to 9pm
A la carte Suhoor available from 9pm to 1am
Shisha is available throughout the evening

ZAYTOUN AND SKYLINE TENT AT CROWNE PLAZA DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY

UNWIND AT SUNSET
Break your fast with family and friends this Ramadan in the relaxing atmosphere of Zaytoun and the connecting Skyline Ramadan Tent. Unrivaled views of the Dubai Creek and skyline are complimented by live music from our Oud player and Tabla player, a traditional yet
contemporary ambiance and a generous culinary offering featuring Middle Eastern and International specialties.
Sunset – 9pm
AED 205 per person, including Ramadan juices, tea, coffee and soft beverages excluding Shisha
AED 100 per person for kids aged 6-12 years old
Zaytoun restaurant operating hours: Closed for breakfast, Lunch: 12pm to