From quick café lunches to leisurely seaside escapes, these business lunch deals are worth stepping away from your desk for.
- Enjoy a Three-Course Lunch at The Sum of Us
A business lunch doesn’t have to mean a sad desk salad, and The Sum of Us proves exactly why. The café’s new business lunch menu offers three courses plus coffee and detox water for AED 95, making it one of the best-value weekday lunches in the city.
Start with the Prawn Toast topped with green curry mayonnaise, Thai herbs and lime, or the Roast Pumpkin finished with whipped feta, preserved lemon and chilli dressing. Mains include a rich Crab Linguine with cherry tomato, chilli and crispy garlic, alongside the venue’s Miso Glazed Chicken served with sweetcorn purée and charred broccolini. To finish, guests can choose any dessert from the display.
For those short on time, The Sum of Us has also launched a brand-new Sandwich Bar menu. Highlights include the Tuna Sanga (AED 55), layered with marinated tuna, Manchego, capers and tomato conserva, the Reuben (AED 65) packed with pastrami, pickles and sauerkraut, and the Chicken Pesto Presto (AED 65), filled with roast chicken, pistachio pesto, provolone and chilli garlic mayo.
Where: The Sum of Us, Burj Al Salam, Trade Centre
When: Monday to Friday
Price: AED 95 (Business Lunch) | Sandwiches from AED 45
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- Try Common Grounds’ Limited-Time October Special
Available from 2 October onwards, Common Grounds is celebrating the season with a limited-edition special that deserves a spot on every lunch agenda. The Thai Crab Cakes Benny (AED 85) brings together crispy Thai-style crab cakes topped with perfectly poached eggs, sautéed greens and a fresh corn and crab salad.
The dish is finished with a rich brown butter miso hollandaise, a sprinkle of togarashi and a squeeze of lime, creating a balance of richness, acidity and gentle spice in every bite. Aromatic, comforting and packed with flavour, it’s a sophisticated take on a brunch favourite that feels just as appropriate for a business lunch as it does for a leisurely afternoon catch-up.
Available for one month only, this seasonal creation joins the café’s all-day menu for October and is expected to become one of the season’s standout dishes.
Where: Common Grounds, All Locations
When: Available from daily from 2 October 2026 for a limited time
Price: AED 85
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- Enjoy a Daycation Lunch at Byron Bathers
A business lunch with beach access? Yes please! Byron Bathers has elevated the concept with its weekday Daycation Lunch, pairing a relaxed coastal setting with a generous menu and full access to the venue’s pool and private beach.
Priced at AED 125 per person, guests can choose from a selection of starters, mains and desserts inspired by Mediterranean flavours. Those looking to make an afternoon of it can upgrade to include drinks and wine for AED 195. With sunbeds included, it’s an easy excuse to swap the office chair for a poolside lounger.
Where: Byron Bathers, Palm Jumeirah
When: Weekdays, 12pm – 5pm
Price: AED 125 per person | AED 195 with drinks package
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4. Discover Southeast Asian Flavours at Hawkerboi
Priced at AED 89 per person, the menu includes a choice of starter and main, with dishes ranging from Banana Blossom Salad and Smashed Cucumber Salad to hearty mains such as Beef Rendang, Crispy Semolina Chicken and Wok Fried Noodles with Tempura Prawns. Guests can also add a dessert for an additional AED 25, including the restaurant’s popular Mango Sticky Rice.
The menu strikes a balance between lighter lunch options and more indulgent comfort dishes, making it ideal for both quick meetings and leisurely afternoons.
Where: Hawkerboi, JLT
When: Monday to Friday, 12pm – 3pm
Price: Dhs70 (2 courses) | Dhs80 (3 courses)
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5. Pause with a Garden View at Splendour Fields
Set within one of Dubai’s most picturesque garden-inspired settings, Splendour Fields offers a business lunch that feels far removed from the city’s usual weekday rush.
Available from 11am to 5pm, guests can choose between a two-course menu for AED 70 or a three-course experience for AED 80. Expect Mediterranean-inspired dishes including Dakos Salad, Crispy Calamari and Moroccan Chicken, alongside vegetarian options such as Palm Heart Tacos. Desserts include the venue’s signature Bread & Butter Pudding, Summer Fruit Bowl and freshly baked Pastel de Nata.
The relaxed atmosphere and extended lunch timings make it particularly appealing for families and friends looking for a slower afternoon.
Where: Splendour Fields, The Park, JLT
When: Weekdays, 11am – 5pm
Price: AED 70 for two courses | AED 80 for three courses
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6. Take a Long Lunch at The Guild
The Guild’s business lunch has quickly become one of DIFC’s standout weekday dining experiences, combining the restaurant’s signature European-inspired cooking with exceptional value.
Available for AED 119, the menu includes one starter and one main, offering a choice between dishes such as Burrata Tartine, Wagyu Beef Carpaccio and Wood-Fired Prawns to start, followed by favourites including Beef Bourguignon, Grilled Salmon, Roasted Baby Chicken and Porcini Mushroom Risotto.
Served within the grand surroundings of The Guild, it’s a lunch that feels considerably more indulgent than its price tag suggests, making it a popular option for both business meetings and long, leisurely lunches.
Where: The Guild, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC
When: Monday to Friday, 12pm – 3pm
Price: AED 119 per person
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