Restaurants

Sit under the glass dome of Anwar and take in the natural daylight or gaze up at the evening sky. This bright restaurant offers all-day dining options, starting with the famous Holiday Inn lavish breakfast that is available until 11am on lazy mornings. Choose between the buffet or a la carte menu at lunch or dinner, both offering an array of international starters, mouth-watering mains and delicious desserts. Telephone +971 [0] 4 357 2999

The buffet at Arboretum is considered to be one of the best in Dubai. The stylish restaurant is also included in the famous Al Qasr brunch, which won the Best Brunch award from The BBC Good Food Middle East. The Thursday night Seafood Extravaganza is definitely worth trying. Situated along the busy waterway at Madinat Jumeirah, dining al fresco on the Arboretum terrace gives you a great experience. Telephone +971 [0] 4 366 6730 Email MJrestaurants@jumeirah.com

Connoisseurs of Japanese food flock to Kiku for its truly authentic take on sushi and other Japanese cuisine. Head to Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre and gather with friends for a good view from the sushi counter, or to catch front row seats at a lively teppanyaki show. If you have a larger group and prefer privacy, book one of the traditional private tatami rooms for a dose of classic Japanese fare. Telephone +971 [0] 4 217 0000 Email kiku.lmdubai@lemeridien.com

All-you-can-eat buffets don’t always come cheap in Dubai, but this stylish restaurant changes that with affordable buffet rates throughout the week. Guests are invited to fill their plates from overflowing displays of international cuisine while enjoying comfortable, contemporary surroundings. Think modern furniture, lots of natural light and potted plants for a touch of greenery. Telephone +971 [0] 4 397 7444 Email restaurants.burdubai@fourpoints.com

Home to three distinct floors, an evening at Warehouse will never disappoint you. And, the food here is deliciously inventive. On the ground floor, a lounge and garden serve classic British food, while upstairs, the dual-personality restaurant combines fine dining and sushi. And, if you want to stay and party late, there’s also an intimate nightspot with a DJ playing the best of acid jazz, soul and funky house music. Telephone +971 [0] 4 702 2455 Email warehouse@lmdubai.com

With a warm interior and varied menu, all-day dining restaurant Sanabel is a good choice when you are feeling peckish throughout the day. Start by filling your plate from the salad and mezze buffet before moving on to a la carte mains including Sanabel Curry of the Day, Yellow Fin Tuna and Rib Eye Steak. Polish it all off by visiting the tempting Dessert Cabinet and taking your pick from the sweet delicacies on offer.

If you’re in the vicinity of Dubai Media City and are feeling peckish, drop into the Arabesque Cafe. This cosy all-day dining restaurant serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a la carte options during the evening. Popular with locals and visitors, the themed evening buffets feature a mouthwatering choice of dishes from across the globe. Themed nights include Asian flavours on Sunday and Italian night on Tuesday. Telephone +971 [0] 4 436 0000 Email rjaan.dmc@rotana.com

Housed in the iconic Atlantis, The Palm on the Palm Jumeirah, this buffet-style Asian restaurant is popular not just for its remarkable spreads of seafood, but also for the welcoming family setting. Try the Friday brunch, renowned throughout Dubai, or choose a themed day menu that is focused on dim sum, Cantonese cuisine and any other Asian fare you desire. Though Saffron is not hung up on formalities, the highly-attended themed dining means the crowd varies between casual and trendy. Telephone +971 [0] 4 426 2626 Email restaurantreservations@atlantisthepalm.com

If you’ve got the time for a leisurely lunch, head to Blue Orange at The Westin Mina Seyahi. The modern restaurant has a bright, colourful decor and tall windows for maximum light, making it the perfect place to enjoy a long, relaxed lunch. The buffet features dishes from around the world, inviting your palate to take a culinary tour. Plus, live cooking stations allow you to watch your dish being prepared.