These FACT-recommended brunches will help you celebrate the weekend in style.
Dubai has earned a well-deserved reputation for its opulent dining culture, with weekend brunches taking centre stage. From themed gastronomic adventures to live performances and generous libations, these new brunches in Dubai offer a haven for culinary connoisseurs seeking luxury and entertainment.
New Dubai Brunches For Summer 2026
Amaru
The new restaurant Amaru Dubai has launched Amigos Brunch, a lively new Saturday experience combining Latin American cuisine, free-flowing drinks and live entertainment at Souk Madinat Jumeirah. The brunch features sharing dishes including Pacific Gold Ceviche, Slow Cooked Beef Tacos, Arepa Reina Pepiada and the restaurant’s signature 36-Hour Asado Negro. Desserts include Dulce de Leche Fondante and Alfajores. DJs Deekaz, Haks, Jevanni Letford and Wynton Harvey provide a soundtrack spanning Latin, R&B, hip-hop, Afrobeats, Amapiano and Dancehall.
Where: Amaru, Madanat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 3pm to 7pm
Price: AED 350 (house beverages) and AED 499 (premium beverages)
Andaliman
Set on Level 24 of The Link at One Za’abeel, Andaliman brings the flavours of the Indonesian archipelago to Dubai with bold sambals, dishes cooked over a coconut husk grill and an open kitchen that adds theatre to the experience. On Sundays, the restaurant turns up the tropical spirit with a relaxed, family-friendly brunch. The spread celebrates Indonesian comfort food alongside live cooking stations serving dishes such as beef brisket and grilled chicken, creating an easy-going afternoon for groups and families. An à la carte menu is also available upon request.
Where: Andaliman, The Link at One Za’abeel, Zaa’beel First, Dubai
When: Sundays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 260 (soft beverages) and AED 410 (house beverages)
Contact: www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Barrafina
Barrafina Dubai is bringing a taste of Spain to DIFC with its new Paella Sunday Brunch. The relaxed dining experience includes unlimited tapas starters and a choice of signature paella for AED 250 per person. Starters include Pan con Tomate, Baby Gem with Anchovies, Cecina Tostada, Padrón Peppers and Fried Whitebait. Diners can then choose from Seafood, Chicken or Vegetarian Paella, with the option to add a 100g steak for AED 50. Free-flowing sangria is available for an additional AED 100 per person.
Where: Barrafina Dubai, Gate Village 1, DIFC
When: Sunday from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 250 (food only) or AED 350 (free-flowing Sangria)
Contact: www.barrafina.com
China Tang
Turn your Saturday into a stylish affair with China Tang Dubai’s Grand Tier Brunch Summer Edition. Set along The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection, the three-hour experience serves authentic Cantonese classics with live tableside theatrics. Expect pistachio-filled, osmanthus-infused tomatoes and crispy roast duck salad, followed by Szechuan prawns and signature Beijing duck wrapped in paper-thin pancakes. The feast is paired with free-flowing drinks, ranging from handcrafted mocktails and curated wines to Prosecco, signature cocktails and Champagne. Set against opulent, 1930s Shanghai-inspired Art Deco interiors, the brunch offers a sophisticated, flavour-packed escape from the summer heat.
Where: China Tang, The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm
Price: AED 398 (soft beverages), AED 428 (house beverages) and AED 798 (Champagne package)
Contact: www.chinatang.com
Gitano
GITANO turns up the heat at J1 Beach with Day Fiesta, a playful Saturday brunch shaped by the weather. Every week at 1pm, the temperature is measured and transformed into a reward, with each degree of heat converted into a percentage benefit across the brunch packages. The hotter the day, the better the deal. Set against the venue’s bohemian beachfront backdrop, the experience pairs modern Mexican flavours with seasonal dishes, flowing drinks and live DJ performances. With its Tulum-inspired energy, tropical design and lively crowd, Day Fiesta brings a dynamic twist to Dubai’s summer brunch scene.
Where: Gitano J1 Beach, Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 375 (soft beverages) and AED 495 (house beverages)
Contact: www.gitano.com
Lana Lusa
Lana Lusa at SO/ Uptown Dubai has launched Casa Lusa, a new Saturday brunch inspired by Portuguese hospitality and Mediterranean gathering culture. The experience is designed around long-table dining, generous sharing plates and a lively atmosphere that builds throughout the afternoon. Guests can enjoy large-format dishes served continuously to the table, while a resident DJ moves the mood from relaxed lunch to late-afternoon celebration. The setting nods to Mediterranean village life, with rustic crates, antique kitchen details and ceiling-hung linens adding to the coastal charm. Casa Lusa takes place at Lana Lusa, Level 6, SO/ Uptown Dubai Hotel, JLT. Packages are priced at AED 300, AED 425 and AED 625.
Where: Lana Lusa, SO/ Uptown Dubai, Al Thanyah Fifth, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm
Price: AED 300 (soft beverages), AED 425 (house beverages) and AED 625 (premium beverages)
Contact: https://lanalusa.com
Shanghai Me
Shanghai Me Dubai has introduced Maneki Brunch, a new Saturday ritual inspired by the Maneki-neko, Japan’s symbol of luck and prosperity. Taking place in the restaurant’s glamorous DIFC setting, the brunch moves from leisurely lunch to lively afternoon celebration, accompanied by music and a sharing-style menu of Chinese and Japanese favourites. Dishes span sushi and dim sum through to Beef Tenderloin in Black Pepper Sauce, Grilled Miso Chicken, Mapo Tofu and seafood, with dessert platters to finish. The experience also incorporates fragrance moments and surprise gifting through a collaboration with Floraïku Paris.
Where: Shanghai ME, Gate Village 11, DIFC, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 12.30pm to 4pm
Price: AED 348 (soft beverages), AED 498 (house beverages) and AED 648 (premium beverages)
Contact: https://shanghaime-restaurant.com
Signor Sassi
Bringing a slice of la dolce vita to Dubai, Signor Sassi is known for classic Italian cooking, theatrical interiors and a lively atmosphere. Its popular Evviva Brunch now takes place every Saturday afternoon, pairing a sharing-style menu with music from a resident DJ. Starters include Burrata with Heirloom Tomatoes, Tomato and Mozzarella Panzerotti and Beef Carpaccio, followed by mains such as Truffle Rigatoni, Maltagliati with beef ragu and Grilled Seabream. Traditional Tiramisu and Maritozzo with vanilla cream provide a suitably indulgent finale. Drinks range from mocktails to cocktails, wine, beer and sparkling options.
Where: Signor Sassi, St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 375 (soft beverages), AED 565 (house beverages) and AED 790 (premium beverages)
Contact: https://signorsassidubai.com
The MAINE Oyster Bar & Grill
The MAINE JBR is giving Dubai brunch a supersized makeover with OVERBOARD, its new all-you-can-eat, all-you-can-drink weekend experience. Taking place every Saturday and Sunday across afternoon and evening sittings, the brunch leans into the restaurant’s signature seafood and steakhouse style. The Raw Bar serves oysters, ceviche, tartare, crab claws and market fish, while live stations cover stone-fired pizzas, fresh pasta tossed in a Parmesan wheel and premium cuts from the carvery. Desserts arrive via a roaming gelato trolley, adding a playful finish. Free-flowing drinks include Bloody Marys, Mimosas, house wines, beer and spirits. OVERBOARD runs from 12pm to 4pm and 6pm to 9pm, with packages starting from AED 450 per person.
Where: The MAINE Oyster Bar & Grill, DoubleTree by Hilton, JBR, Dubai
When: Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 4pm or 6pm to 9pm
Price: AED 450 (standard package), AED 550 (Prosecco) or AED 800 (Champagne)
Contact: https://themainegroup.com
New Dubai Brunches For Spring 2026
African Queen
African Queen brings Riviera glamour and wild weekend energy to J1 Beach with its Call of the Jungle Brunch. Set beneath a climate-controlled canopy surrounded by tropical greenery, the Saturday celebration combines golden-hour ambience, lively music and a crowd ready to embrace the weekend. The experience channels the restaurant’s French Mediterranean spirit, pairing elegant coastal flavours with an upbeat party atmosphere. Expect DJ sets, live entertainment and a social setting designed for sipping, swaying and long afternoon gatherings. It is a stylish escape from the summer heat, where brunch feels more like a celebration than a meal.
Where: African Queen, J1 Beach, Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm
Price: AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 580 (house beverages) and AED 690 (premium beverages)
Contact: africanqueen-restaurant.com
ATTIKO
Located high above Dubai Marina, rooftop restaurant ATTIKO transforms Saturdays into a stylish celebration above the city with its new Sky Brunch. Set against sweeping skyline views, the experience combines refined Asian-inspired dishes with an upbeat soundtrack and a lively social atmosphere. The offering includes beautifully presented Sushi and Sashimi, Wagyu Beef Tartare and lavish Seafood Towers, served with signature cocktails and creative drinks that reflect ATTIKO’s elevated edge.
Where: ATTIKO, W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, Dubai Marina
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 390 (soft beverages), AED 490 (house beverages) and AED 790 (Champagne)
Contact: www.theattiko.com
Bâoli Dubai
Bâoli Dubai is bringing new energy to Sundays with the launch of House of Bâoli, a new weekly ritual et at J1 Beach. This sultry shoreside hideaway is where Riviera polish meets tropical ease. Rattan chairs, lush palms and low amber light set a languid mood that turns lively after dusk. Executive chef Omar Basiony has worked wonders, ensuring the Bâoli brand’s legacy runs through the culinary offering, which swims between Mediterranean freshness and Asian lift.
Where: Bâoli, J1 Beach, Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Sundays from 1:30pm to 5pm
Price: AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 650 (house beverages) and AED 750 (champagne).
Contact: https://baoli-restaurant.com
Canary Beach
Canary Beach is bringing a fresh spin to Saturdays at Club Vista Mare with the launch of Club Sol, a limited-edition summer brunch. The experience combines a lively indoor setting with a menu of shareable dishes, crafted cocktails and a feel-good social atmosphere. The menu offers marvellous plates such as Sea Bass Ceviche, Short Rib Bao Buns, Grilled Prawns and the signature Canary Beef Burger. Available on Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm. AED 295 (soft beverages), AED 395 (house beverages), AED 495 (bubbly) and AED 650 (champagne).
Where: Canary Beach, Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah
When: Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm
Price: AED 295 (soft beverages), AED 395 (house beverages) and AED 650 (Champagne)
Contact: canaryclub.com
Demon Duck
Demon Duck turns Friday night into a lively Pan-Asian feast designed to start the weekend in style. The evening brunch begins with a signature sharing tower of starters, followed by freshly folded dim sum, wok-fired favourites and the restaurant’s roasted house signatures. Flowing Demon Duck cocktails add to the atmosphere, making it a strong choice for a spirited evening out. Available on Fridays from 6pm to 9pm. AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 595 (house beverages) and AED 795 (Champagne).
Where: Demon Duck, Banyan Tree Dubai, Bluewaters Island
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 595 (house beverages) and AED 795 (Champagne)
Contact: www.banyantree.com
Gloria
Gloria Osteria has launched a Saturday brunch, set across glamorous Milanese 70s-inspired interiors and an expansive outdoor terrace. Expect abundant buffet-style sharing plates, live culinary theatre, a roaming risotto trolley and a feel-good soundtrack that keeps the energy high. Highlights include Caprese XXL da Vacanza, Beef Carpaccio, Mafalda al Tartufo Estivo finished in a giant Parmigiano wheel, and Risotto XXL ai Frutti di Mare loaded with prawns, sea bass and clams. The grill turns out chargrilled Ribeye, Chicken Cacciatora Skewers, smoky Octopus with chimichurri and more, while free-flowing cocktails keep the terrace buzzing. Dessert goes big with Gloria’s XXL Tiramisù and a sweet spread of cakes, choux pastries and fresh fruit.
Where: Gloria Osteria, The Ritz-Carlton Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC
When: Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm
Price: AED 400 (soft beverages), AED 550 (house beverages) and AED 800 (Champagne)
Contact: https://gloria-osteria.com
Mama Shelter Dubai
The Mama Karaoke Brunch is a high-energy afternoon designed for diners who like their weekends loud and social. Expect a sharing-style spread paired with interactive live-food stations, along with fun karaoke moments that invite you to grab the mic and turn your table into the main stage. From upbeat anthems to crowd-pleasing classics, Mama Restaurant shifts into a feel-good playground where big flavours meet bigger vibes and every seat feels like the best in the house.
Where: Mama Shelter Dubai, Business Bay
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm
Price: AED 249 (soft beverages), AED 399 (house beverages) and AED 449 (sparkling)
Contact: https://mamashelter.com
Orilla
Perched on the 27th floor of Hotel Local in Jumeirah Village Triangle, Orilla pairs sweeping views with soulful interiors. The brunch menu brings together Mediterranean flavours with subtle Asian influences, starting with sharing plates such as Beef Carpaccio and Mussels al Forno. Mains include Black Angus Tagliata, Slow-cooked Wagyu Beef Cheek, and Sea Bass Fillet. Desserts round things off with a filled Doughnut and a Mille-feuille layered with mascarpone cream. The open bar includes premium spirits, sommelier-selected grapes, classic cocktails, and signature drinks such as the Orilla Paperplane and Caffè Corretto.
Where: Orilla, Hotel Local, Jumeirah Village Triangle
When: Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30pm to 4pm
Price: AED 250 (soft beverages), AED 375 (house beverages)
Contact: www.orillarestaurant.com
Papas Dubai
The new Saturday brunch at Papa’s Dubai brings the spirit of an Italian family gathering to the waterfront. Nonna’s House promises a lively afternoon of generous flavours, warm hospitality and la dolce vita charm. Begin with a classic spritz from the Aperol trolley, then settle into a sharing-style feast of Italian favourites. Expect signature touches including a tableside cheese wheel, a decadent dessert station and free-flowing drinks, alongside a live DJ to keep the atmosphere upbeat.
Where: Papas Dubai, InterContinental Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED 425 (house beverages)
Contact: https://solutions-leisure.com
Son of a Fish
Son of a Fish at Dubai Harbour serves a Saturday brunch inspired by the Athenian Riviera’s sun-soaked spirit. Expect shareable Greek mezedes, coastal mains like Chicken Souvlaki, Moussaka, Char-Grilled Tenderloin and Mediterranean Seabass, plus sweet finishes including Chocolate Mousse Millefeuille, Frozen Greek Yoghurt and Portokalopita. A resident DJ and live entertainment keep the mood rising from laid-back lunch beats to party-ready house.
Where: Son of a Fish, Dubai Harbour
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm
Price: AED 290 (soft beverages), AED 490 (house beverages) and AED 660 (premium beverages)
Contact: https://sonofafishdubai.com
Soul Kitchen
The Big Bad Brunch at the FACT award-winning Soul Kitchen is built for a lively afternoon with real personality, pairing a bar-and-DJ setting with a menu that moves between Latin and Lebanese influences. The food begins strong with a raw bar and ceviche station, cold mezze, and hot starters such as Pumpkin Kibbeh and Zaatar Pão de Queijo, before moving into a chef’s selection of grilled meats, fish, and vegetarian dishes served with house-made sauces. Drinks include a Coriander Paloma, Blood Orange Spritz and Soul Kitchen’s own iced tea and Virgin Mary.
Where: Soul Kitchen Dubai, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 1pm to 5pm
Price: AED 349 (soft beverages) and AED 449 (house beverages)
Contact: https://soulkitchendxb.com
The Theater Dubai
Sundown Brunch returns with a theatrical new home at The Theater Dubai, bringing one of the city’s most favourite Saturday rituals back into the spotlight. The venue’s dramatic setting lends itself perfectly to the experience, where immersive production, high-impact performances, and world-class DJs keep the energy building from afternoon into evening. Familiar touches from Seven Sisters remain, but the relaunch feels more elevated. On the food front, guests can expect a brunch designed to match the occasion, with generous dishes and flowing drinks that fuel the dancefloor mood.
Where: The Theater Dubai, Fairmont Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
When: Saturdays from 3pm to 7pm
Price: AED 290 (soft beverages), AED 390 (house beverages) and AED 490 (premium beverages)
Contact: @sundownbrunch