This festive season, TAPASAKE Dubai invites guests to celebrate above the extraordinary. Set within One Za’abeel, one of Dubai’s most striking architectural landmarks, and suspended 100 metres above the city, TAPASAKE offers a spectacular setting for the season’s most memorable gatherings, framed by sweeping skyline views, the glittering cityscape and the iconic silhouettes of Dubai’s most recognisable landmarks.
Home to a destination Restaurant, Sky Lounge and the world’s longest suspended Infinity Pool, TAPASAKE brings together exceptional dining, elegant design and an unmistakable sense of energy in one remarkable address. From sun-drenched afternoons beside the water to golden-hour cocktails, lively festive dinners and a New Year’s Eve celebration overlooking the city’s fireworks, every occasion unfolds against an extraordinary backdrop.
Drawing on the precision of Japanese cuisine and the expressive flavours of the Mediterranean, TAPASAKE offers a distinctive alternative to traditional festive celebrations. Whether gathering with colleagues, reconnecting with friends and family or welcoming the year ahead, guests can experience the season from a different perspective, where architecture meets atmosphere and the best of Dubai stretches out in every direction.
Festive Lunches & Dinners
Throughout the season, TAPASAKE’s festive menus set the scene for everything from festive lunches and end-of-year gatherings to celebratory dinners with friends. Against the dramatic backdrop of One Za’abeel, guests can enjoy TAPASAKE’s signature Japanese-Mediterranean cuisine in a setting that feels both effortlessly social and unmistakably special.
Each experience begins with a Welcome Otoshi, followed by a thoughtfully curated menu designed to be shared and savoured around the table.
- Dates: 1 December 2026 to 6 January 2027; excluding 25 December, 31 December and 1 January
- Lunch: Daily, 12pm to 5pm
- Menu: Welcome Otoshi and two-course lunch
- Price: AED 240 per person
- Dinner: Monday to Thursday, 7pm to 11:30pm; Friday to Sunday, 7pm to midnight
- Menu: Welcome Otoshi and three-course dinner
- Price: AED 425 per person
- Pairings: Wine and cocktail pairings available
Festive Group Bookings
For corporate celebrations, client entertaining and festive gatherings with friends, TAPASAKE offers a versatile setting that moves seamlessly from relaxed receptions to elegant seated dinners. Elevated above the city, the combination of exceptional dining, tailored beverage packages and an atmosphere that builds from day into night makes every gathering feel like an occasion.
Whether planning an intimate celebration or bringing a larger group together, experiences can be tailored to suit the occasion.
- Canapé selection: From AED 240 per person
- Festive set menu: From AED 425 per person
- Beverage packages: From AED 165 per perso
- Minimum group size: 12 guests
- Availability: Throughout the festive season; final pricing available on request
Christmas Eve Festive Dinner
On Christmas Eve, TAPASAKE offers a fresh perspective on festive dining, bringing together exceptional Japanese-Mediterranean cuisine, considered pairings and the unmistakable atmosphere of a night above Dubai. The Restaurant sets the scene for an elegant evening of good food and great company, with a three-course menu designed to make the occasion memorable without losing the pleasure of a relaxed gathering around the table.
- Date: Thursday, 24 December 2026
- Time: From 7pm
- Menu: Welcome Otoshi and three-course dinner
- Price: From AED 450 per person
- Pairings: Wine and cocktail pairings available
Christmas Day Brunch
Christmas Day takes on a distinctly TAPASAKE rhythm with an afternoon of festive dining, convivial company and views across Dubai. Designed for friends and families to settle in and savour the occasion, the Christmas brunch pairs seasonal celebrations with TAPASAKE’s signature social atmosphere and a choice of packages to suit every style of gathering.
- Date: Friday, 25 December 2026
- Time: 12:30pm to 4pm
- Soft beverage package: AED 525 per person
- House beverage package: AED 625 per person
- Champagne package: AED 725 per person
Boxing Day at the Sky Lounge
As the sun sets over Dubai, the festivities move skywards. On Boxing Day, TAPASAKE’s Sky Lounge sets the stage for an evening of cocktails, sharing dishes and music, with a surprise guest DJ bringing the energy well into the night.
Framed by sweeping 180-degree views of the city, including the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Frame, the Sky Lounge offers a spectacular vantage point from which to continue the celebrations, with VIP tables providing the perfect setting for a night out with friends.
- Date: Saturday, 26 December 2026
- Time: From sunset until late
- Experience: Surprise guest DJ
- Price: VIP tables from AED 450
New Year’s Eve at TAPASAKE
As Dubai prepares to welcome 2027, TAPASAKE sets the scene for a spectacular night above the city. With its striking architectural setting at One Za’abeel, elevated dining and sweeping views across the skyline, TAPASAKE offers three distinct ways to celebrate: an exceptional dinner at the Restaurant, a vibrant countdown at the Sky Lounge or an immersive poolside experience beside the world’s longest suspended Infinity Pool.
With the panoramic views of the city including the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Frame, each experience brings its own character to the night, combining curated menus, entertainment and the freedom to personalise the celebration. From intimate tables to larger gatherings and private poolside settings, guests can choose how they welcome the year ahead, with the city’s spectacular skyline as their backdrop.
Restaurant – Signature Dining
For those who want to make exceptional dining the centrepiece of their New Year’s Eve, the Restaurant offers a sophisticated yet high-energy celebration. A signature menu, refined beverages, attentive service and curated entertainment set the tone for an evening that builds towards midnight, with the excitement of the city just beyond the windows.
- Price: From AED 1,600 per person
- Includes: AED 850 set menu and AED 750 redeemable on menu enhancements and à la carte beverages
Sky Lounge – The Skyline
Take in Dubai at its most spectacular from the Sky Lounge, where panoramic city views provide a dramatic backdrop to the final hours of 2026. With the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Frame fireworks on the horizon, the evening moves from dinner and cocktails into a lively countdown, creating a front-row setting for one of the city’s biggest nights of the year.
- Price: From AED 2,500 per person
- Includes: AED 850 set menu and AED 1,650 redeemable on menu enhancements and à la carte beverages
Infinity Pool
For a truly extraordinary way to welcome 2027, TAPASAKE’s suspended Infinity Pool places the city’s skyline centre stage. Surrounded by water, music and the illuminated cityscape, guests can celebrate against the backdrop of Dubai’s fireworks from an unparalleled vantage point, 100 metres above the city.
A choice of experiences caters to everything from intimate tables and group celebrations to an exclusive private gathering, with each offering a distinctive way to make the countdown unforgettable.
- Pool Bronze – The Celebration Terrace: From AED 1,900 per person
- Pool Silver – The Midnight View: From AED 2,500 per person
- Pool Gold – The Midnight Waves: From AED 3,500 per person
- Pool Platinum – The Midnight Deck: From AED 4,500 per person; minimum 20 guests
- Pool Suite – The Private Celebration: From AED 18,000 for up to 16 guests
All Infinity Pool experiences include an AED 850 set menu, with the remaining value redeemable on menu enhancements and à la carte beverages.
New Year’s Day at TAPASAKE
The celebrations continue into 2027, with three ways to begin the year above the city. From a refreshing first swim to a leisurely lunch and sunset drinks overlooking the skyline, TAPASAKE invites guests to ease into the new year on their own terms.
First Swim
Start 2027 with a refreshing dip in TAPASAKE’s spectacular 120-metre suspended Infinity Pool. Set 100 metres above Dubai, the pool offers a remarkable perspective across the city, making the first swim of the year an occasion in itself.
- Date: Friday, 1 January 2027
- Time: From 10am
- Location: Infinity Pool
- Details: Minimum spends apply
New Year’s Day Lunch
Gather around the table for the first lunch of the year at TAPASAKE’s Restaurant. À la carte dining and live band entertainment create an inviting atmosphere for a leisurely afternoon with friends and family, with Dubai’s striking skyline providing the backdrop.
- Date: Friday, 1 January 2027
- Time: From 12pm
- Location: Restaurant
- Experience: À la carte dining with a live band and entertainment
First Sunset
The Sky Lounge hosts the year’s first sunset, pairing golden-hour skyline views with cocktails, sharing dishes and a soundtrack that carries guests into the evening.
- Date: Friday, 1 January 2027
- Time: From sunset until late
- Location: Sky Lounge
- Details: Minimum spends apply
Orthodox Christmas Dinner
The festive season continues into January with TAPASAKE’s Orthodox Christmas dinner, offering one final opportunity to gather around the table. A three-course menu, warm hospitality and optional wine and cocktail pairings provide a fitting close to the celebrations, bringing together the flavours and convivial spirit that define the TAPASAKE experience.
- Date: Thursday, 7 January 2027
- Time: From 6pm
- Menu: Welcome Otoshi and three-course dinner
- Price: Set menu from AED 450 per person
- Pairings: Wine and cocktail pairings available
Advance reservations are essential.
For reservations, contact reservations.dubai@tapasake.com. For group bookings and events, contact events.dubai@tapasake.com.
