From Amazónico to Zuma, these are the best in the business.
DIFC has turned the business lunch into one of Dubai’s most competitive dining rituals. The district’s top restaurants offer everything from wallet-friendly set menus to leisurely multi-course affairs, giving diners plenty of reasons to swap the desk for the dining room. Whether you have an hour between meetings or an afternoon to spare, there are excellent options spanning Italian, Japanese, French, Chinese and Latin American cuisine. With deals currently starting from AED 80, these are the best business lunches in DIFC right now.
Amazónico
Few DIFC restaurants offer quite as much visual theatre as Amazónico. The rainforest-inspired interiors, tropical soundtrack and Latin American menu make it particularly suited to a business lunch that feels far removed from the boardroom. Guests receive Gazpacho and Pan de Queso before selecting two starters and a main course. Current highlights include Poblano Patacones, slow-cooked Cachete de Res and Entraña Marinada, reflecting the restaurant’s mix of Latin American flavours and live-fire cooking. Dessert costs an additional AED 40, with Piña Rostizada and Paraíso Tropical among the choices.
Where: Amazónico, DIFC Pavilion, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5:45pm
Price: AED 155 per person
Contact: www.amazonicorestaurant.com
Avli by tashas
Avli by tashas channels the laid-back spirit of Athens through a stylish DIFC dining room and a menu rooted in contemporary Greek cooking. Its weekday lunch is particularly strong for sharing, with starters such as Seabream Crudo, Prawn Salad and Spanakorizo Arancini, filled with spinach and finished with feta. For the main course, diners can move on to dishes including Chicken Souvlaki, Grilled Seabream or Moussaka. Desserts are available at an additional charge, including Pisies with crisp, fried phyllo and Peach Pavlova. The food is fresh, colourful and comforting without feeling too heavy for the middle of the working day.
Where: Avli by tashas, Gate Village Building 9, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 139 per person
Contact: www.avlibytashas.com
Bar des Prés
Perched on the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield Place, Bar des Prés pairs impressive skyline views with Chef Cyril Lignac’s French approach to Japanese ingredients. The three-course business lunch changes regularly, keeping repeat visits interesting. The ever-evolving menu features Crispy Rice topped with Salmon and Tuna Tartare, Crab Mayonnaise and Yellowtail Maki, followed by mains such as Slow-Cooked Veal, Grilled Sea Bass with pak choi and Roasted Prawns. Desserts could include Mango Eton Mess, Warm Chocolate Mousse or Vanilla Tart. It is an elegant choice when lunch needs to impress. Following success in London and Paris, Bar des Prés is making its mark on Dubai’s dining scene.
Where: Bar des Prés, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 155 per person
Contact: www.bardespres.com
Barrafina Dubai
London-born Barrafina has made its first international move with a 55-seat DIFC restaurant centred around counter dining and an open-theatre kitchen. Its business lunch offers three tapas followed by one larger plate, making it ideal for sharing without derailing the working day. Start with choices such as White Anchovy Tostada, Pan con Tomate, Padrón Peppers, Patatas Bravas or Tomato Salad before moving on to classic Tortilla, Sea Bass with piquillo pepper, Chicken Romesco or Mushrooms with Egg Yolk. The restaurant’s ingredient-led Spanish cooking and buzzy marble counter give lunch plenty of character.
Where: Barrafina Dubai, Gate Village Building 1, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 125 per person
Contact: www.barrafina.com
Bull & Bear
Located on the 18th floor of Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, Bull & Bear combines steakhouse classics with striking views towards the Burj Khalifa. The restaurant works particularly well for client lunches, with a menu that balances substantial plates with lighter options. Its dry-aged Angus burger with fries remains one of the venue’s most recognisable signatures, while the wider offering places premium beef, seafood and contemporary interpretations of steakhouse favourites at centre stage. The Art Deco-inspired room adds a sense of occasion without requiring an evening reservation.
Where: Bull & Bear, Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Burj Daman, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday, from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Price: AED 125 (two courses) or AED 155 (three courses)
Contact: www.bullandbeardifc.com
Carnival by Trèsind
Playfulness remains the calling card at Carnival by Trèsind, where modern Indian cooking is presented with plenty of imagination. The four-course weekday lunch starts with a small bite such as Zaa’tar Pav with pindi chana hummus before moving into dishes that may include Grilled Prawns, Chicken Momo or Lamb Galouti. Main courses include Smoked Chicken Tikka and Hot Pot Mutton Curry, while desserts such as Aam Sutra, Cherry Blossom and stuffed gulab jamun finish things on a sweeter note. The colourful interiors and inventive presentation keep the experience lively.
Where: Carnival by Trèsind, Burj Daman, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday, from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 143 per person (four courses).
Contact: https://carnivalbytresind.com
Chic Nonna
Chic Nonna brings a touch of Italian tradition to the working week with a beautiful business lunch inspired by the warmth and generosity of a classic Italian table. The business menu starts with dishes such as Gamberi e Caponata, pairing prawns with vegetables in a sweet-and-sour dressing, or a fresh fennel salad. Main courses include comforting Italian favourites such as Lasagna della Nonna and Scaloppine di Vitello al Limone. Those choosing the three-course menu can finish with chocolate and hazelnut creations, gelato or sorbet. The dramatic interiors and sweeping restaurant space add plenty of atmosphere to a weekday meal.
Where: Chic Nonna, Gate Avenue Mall, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 4pm
Price: AED 130 (two courses) or AED 140 (three courses)
Contact: www.chicnonna.com
CLAP Dubai
High above DIFC, CLAP Dubai combines contemporary Japanese cooking with rooftop views and a lively soundtrack. The restaurant has reworked its lunchtime format into an all-day weekday set menu, making it particularly flexible for professionals whose schedules rarely stick to conventional lunch hours. The cuisine revolves around sushi, robata cooking and modern Japanese plates, with favourites across the menu including Crispy Rice Salmon, Black Cod, sashimi and grilled meats. Its rooftop terrace remains a major draw during Dubai’s cooler months, while the energetic dining room suits less formal client meetings.
Where: CLAP Dubai, Gate Village Building 3, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 11:30pm
Price: AED 130 (two starters and one main course)
Contact: https://claprestaurant.com
Gloria Osteria Dubai
Big personality defines Gloria Osteria, from the exuberant Italian interiors to a menu packed with familiar flavours. The current business lunch starts with choices such as Piccola Caprese, truffle arancini, Veal Carpaccio and Octopus Carpaccio. Main courses range from Spaghetti Cacio e Quattro Pepi and Veal Fazzoletti al Limone to Beef Onglet and Branzino alla Mediterranea. Lobster Spaghetti is also available for an additional charge. Dessert keeps the mood suitably indulgent, with Il Nostro Tiramisù, Ciocco Clap Clap, lemon and basil granita or gelato.
Where: Gloria, The Ritz-Carlton Dubai International Financial Centre, Al Sukook Street, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2:30pm
Price: AED 115 (two courses) or AED 150 (for three courses).
Contact: https://gloria-osteria.com/gloria-osteria-dubai
Hutong
Hutong remains one of DIFC’s strongest choices for contemporary Northern Chinese cuisine, pairing dramatic interiors with bold spices and expertly prepared dim sum. The weekday lunch begins with Hot and Sour Soup before diners select from dishes such as Spiced Beef Xiao Long Bao, wok-tossed chicken and Kung Po Prawns. Larger menus include additional starters before the main course arrives with steamed rice. Beyond lunch, the restaurant is known for its signature dishes including Flaming Peking Duck, Sichuan-style Sea Bass and wok-tossed Wagyu Beef, making it particularly appealing for diners who enjoy assertive flavours.
Where: Hutong, Gate Village Building 6, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2:30pm
Price: AED 88 (soup and one main course) or AED 110 (soup, two starters and one main course)
Contact: www.hutong-dubai.com
Il Gattopardo
Occupying the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield Place, Il Gattopardo looks to the golden age of Italian dining for inspiration. Its Il Pranzetto lunch offers three courses, moving from classic antipasti into a choice of pasta, fish or meat before finishing with a seasonal dessert. The restaurant places particular emphasis on traditional Italian techniques, handmade pasta and carefully sourced produce, served against panoramic views across Dubai. Refined without being overly formal, it works equally well for a client meeting or a long weekday lunch with friends. The extended service window is another advantage for late-running diaries.
Where: Il Gattopardo, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5:30pm
Price: AED 155 per person
Contact: https://gattopardo.restaurant
Josette
Josette turns a weekday meeting into something altogether more theatrical. Inspired by Parisian glamour, the restaurant combines chandeliers, pink detailing and live entertainment with classic French cooking. The business lunch starts at AED 135, while a larger menu offers two starters, a main course and dessert. Dishes associated with the restaurant include Aubergine Mille-Feuille, Entrecôte and classic French desserts, alongside regularly changing soups and daily specials. It is particularly well suited to lunches where atmosphere matters as much as the food, while its DIFC location keeps things convenient for the working crowd.
Where: Josette, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 135 (one starter and one main) or AED 185 (two starters, one main and one dessert)
Contact: https://josette.com
Kaspia
Parisian institution Caviar Kaspia has become a DIFC favourite for long lunches, caviar-topped potatoes and old-school glamour. The weekday set menu makes its signature style more accessible, with choices including Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Kiev, Pan-Seared Salmon and Angus Striploin. Pasta fans can opt for Homemade Lobster Ravioli or Royal Caviar Tortiglioni, while the celebrated Potato Royal Baeri offers a taste of the restaurant’s caviar credentials. The deep blue interiors and lively atmosphere make this a good choice when business gradually gives way to pleasure.
Where: Kaspia, Gate Village Building 2, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5pm
Price: AED 135 (two courses) or AED 155 (three courses)
Contact: www.kaspiadubai.com
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon offers Michelin pedigree without requiring an evening-length commitment. Diners can sit at the signature counter and watch the kitchen at work while choosing from dishes such as Burrata, Salmon Tartare, Beef Carpaccio with truffle cream and Poached Egg Carbonara-style. Main courses may include Grilled Salmon, Beef Cheeks Bourguignonne, Black Cod with miso or the pasta of the day, with Wagyu Tenderloin available at a supplement. Naturally, Joël Robuchon’s famous potato purée remains a worthy addition.
Where: L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Gate Village Building 3, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 11:30am to 2:30pm
Price: AED 129 (two courses) or AED 169 (three courses)
Contact: https://atelier-robuchon.ae
La Niña
La Niña explores the connections between Iberian and Latin American cooking, resulting in a colourful lunch that moves confidently between seafood, meat and spice. The DIFC restaurant’s set menus offer several levels depending on appetite, with recent dishes including Wagyu Crudo, Salmon al Horno and Carne Asada. Desserts such as Flan, Sorbete and Aguacate add a playful finish. Decorative tiles, rich colours and an impressive central bar give the restaurant plenty of personality, making it an attractive choice when lunch needs to feel more memorable than a quick meal between meetings.
Where: La Niña, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3:30pm
Price: AED 115 (two courses) or AED 155 (three courses)
Contact: https://laninarestaurant.com
Le Petit Beefbar
Le Petit Beefbar takes the more casual side of the Beefbar formula and packages it into one of DIFC’s most dependable lunch deals. Its street-food favourites include dishes such as KFC, Dragon Shrimps and Avocado Hummus, while larger plates draw on the brand’s carnivorous credentials. Current lunch choices include Steak Frites, Milanese and a lighter Keto Bowl, with cheesecake among the sweeter options. The vintage brasserie styling, mirrored details and compact dining room keep things relaxed, making this an easy choice for a quick meeting or spontaneous lunch.
Where: Le Petit Beefbar, Gate Village Building 2, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 11:30am to 3pm
Price: AED 135 (two courses) or AED 175 (three courses)
Contact: https://beefbar.com
La Petite Maison
The FACT award-winning La Petite Maison remains one of DIFC’s defining restaurants, serving French Mediterranean food in a bright dining room inspired by the Côte d’Azur. Its business lunch changes with the seasons, with current options including Sea Bream Tartare with yuzu, Quinoa Salad with raisins and goji berries, and Baby Gem with avocado and parmesan. Main courses range from Rigatoni alla Norcina and Tomato and Eggplant Risotto to Grilled Prawns and Duck Confit with orange and endive. The signature tomato and lemon placed on every table are still part of the ritual.
Where: La Petite Maison, Gate Village Building 8, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 135 (one starter and one main) or AED 185 (one starter, one main and one dessert).
Contact: https://lpmrestaurants.com
MINA Brasserie
Located inside Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, MINA Brasserie delivers Michael Mina’s modern interpretation of the classic brasserie. The restaurant is known for combining premium ingredients with approachable dishes, making it particularly dependable for client lunches. Signatures across the menu include Michael Mina Tuna Tartare, Truffle Gratinée, King Crab Spaghetti and Creekstone Farm steaks, while seasonal lunch selections allow diners to keep things lighter when required. The terrace is especially appealing during Dubai’s cooler months, while the dining room is well-suited for more discreet meetings.
Where: MINA Brasserie, Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 160 (two courses) or AED 190 (three courses)
Contact: www.minabrasserie.com
Nazaara
New DIFC arrival Nazaara pairs modern Indian cooking with uninterrupted Burj Khalifa views from the 16th floor of Emirates Financial Towers. Led by Chef Pradeep Khullar, the four-course business lunch starts with Kale and Spinach Chaat before a choice of starters such as Bhatti Chicken, Lamb Gilafi Kebab or Masala Paneer Tikka. Mains include Butter Chicken, Lamb Curry, Quinoa Paneer and Sumac Khandvi, served alongside Dal Makhani, jeera rice and assorted breads. Desserts, including Mango Parfait and Biscoff Trifle, can be added for AED 20.
Where: Nazaara, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 109 per person
Contact: https://nazaara.ae
Rowley’s
Sometimes the best business lunches are also the simplest. London steakhouse Rowley’s has built its reputation around a straightforward formula of steak, salad and fries, and its DIFC Power Lunch keeps things pleasingly uncomplicated. For AED 80, diners receive a 200g steak alongside the restaurant’s Fitness Salad and unlimited portions of crisp classic fries. The mono-dish approach removes lengthy menu negotiations and makes Rowley’s particularly useful when time is tight, while the wallet-friendly price places it among DIFC’s best-value lunch options.
Where: Rowley’s, Central Park Towers, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 10:30am to 7:30pm
Price: AED 90 per person
Contact: https://rowleysrestaurants.com
Sexy Fish
Art, design and Japanese-inspired cooking collide at Sexy Fish Dubai, where Damien Hirst artworks and Burj Khalifa views set the scene. Its elaborate Kanso menu includes sashimi, pickles, tempura, green salad and steamed rice before a choice of mains such as Chicken Katsu Curry, Crispy Sweet and Sour Eggplant or Stir-Fried Yakiniku Beef Short Ribs. The combination of lavish interiors and flexible formats makes Sexy Fish particularly useful for anything from a fast working lunch to an afternoon with clients.
Where: Sexy Fish, Innovation One, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 4pm
Price: AED 158 (two-course menu)
Contact: https://sexyfishdubai.me
Shanghai Me
Shanghai Me recreates the glamour of 1930s Shanghai through tropical planting, Art Deco touches and a menu that draws on Chinese and wider East Asian flavours. Its business lunch changes weekly, giving regulars a reason to return. Previous favourites illustrate the restaurant’s style, from dim sum and Wagyu sliders to wok-fired beef, chicken and seafood served with rice. There are two menu formats, with dessert included in the larger option. One of the biggest advantages is timing, as the lunch now stretches well into the afternoon and has expanded to Saturdays, making it particularly useful for late meetings.
Where: Shanghai Me, Gate Village Building 3, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Saturday, from 12pm to 6pm
Price: AED 130 per person (one soup, one starter, and one main)
Contact: https://shanghaime-restaurant.com
Siena
Lunch comes with a little more dolce vita at Siena, the glamorous Italian restaurant in DIFC’s Gate Village. Available Monday to Friday, the Business Lunch offers two courses for AED 145 or three courses for AED 170, with complimentary coffee or tea included. The menu focuses on Italian flavours and seasonal ingredients, making it suited to quick client meetings as well as more leisurely afternoon catch-ups. Siena’s wider culinary identity is built around dishes such as carpaccio di manzo, signature Siena rigatoni in a spicy tomato sauce, lobster linguine and classic tiramisu, giving diners a taste of the restaurant’s Tuscan-inspired approach. Add frescoed interiors and a terrace, and weekday lunch feels decidedly more indulgent.
Where: Siena, Gate Village 7, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 145 (two courses) or AED 170 (three courses)
Contact: https://siena-restaurants.com
The Artisan
The Artisan keeps its Italian business lunch approachable without losing sight of the produce-led cooking that has defined the restaurant. Starters include Caprese di Bufala, Sea Bream Carpaccio, Pumpkin Vellutata and Pizzetta Salsiccia e Friarielli. For the main course, diners can choose from Pappardelle Bolognese, Mushroom Risotto, Sea Bass, Ricotta and Asparagus Tortelli or lamb sausage with polenta. Those opting for three courses can finish with profiteroles, gelato or sorbet. Situated at Waldorf Astoria DIFC, it is an appealing alternative to the hotel’s steakhouse when pasta is more appealing than prime cuts.
Where: The Artisan, Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Burj Daman, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday, from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 135 per person (three courses)
Contact: https://theartisan.ae
The Guild
The Guild sprawls across several distinct spaces at ICD Brookfield Place, moving from bustling brasserie to seafood counter and elegant dining room. That variety makes it particularly useful for business lunches, whether the agenda calls for something fast or a longer conversation. The weekday set menu focuses on a starter and main, while the kitchen’s wider identity revolves around wood-fired cooking, steaks, seafood and European brasserie classics. Lunch favourites include Burrata Tartine, Porcini Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Baby Chicken and Wood-Fired Prawns. Dessert can be added for AED 45.
Where: The Guild, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday, from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 119 (one starter and one main course)
Contact: www.theguilddubai.com
Uncut
One of DIFC’s newer dining addresses, Uncut mixes international cooking with an energetic atmosphere and interiors influenced by the romance of rail travel. The weekday lunch offers substantial value, with starters such as Seared Tuna Olivier, Beef Tartare and BBQ Lamb Ribs with pomegranate molasses. Main courses include Braised Duck Leg, Black Cod with lemongrass, tamarind and coconut, Steak Frites and the signature Uncut Burger. Desserts range from Basque Cheesecake with pistachio praline to Dark Chocolate Tart with hazelnut kunafa. Available on weekdays.
Where: Uncut, Al Fattan Currency House, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 95 (two courses) or AED 125 (three courses)
Contact: @uncutdubai
Zuma
The FACT award-winning Zuma remains one of the benchmarks for business dining in DIFC. Its long-running Ebisu lunch offers the restaurant’s contemporary Japanese signatures in a streamlined format, starting with miso soup before a choice of two starters and one main course. Current options include Spicy Tuna Maki, Yellowtail Temaki with yuzu truffle, Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Beef Gyoza, Prawn and Black Cod Gyoza and Shrimp Tempura. Larger plates continue the restaurant’s robata and donburi focus, with Miso Black Cod Don Buri among the perennial favourites.
Where: Zuma, Gate Village Building 6, DIFC, Dubai
When: Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm
Price: AED 159 (miso soup, two starters and one main course)
Contact: www.zumarestaurant.com