Restaurants

Located in Jumeirah’s upscale mall, The Galleria, this neighbourhood eatery is bright, airy and welcoming – all the ingredients for a memorable breakfast setting. Every inch of this beautiful space is carefully thought out and the attention to detail spills over to the dishes served here. Aside from classic poached eggs and croissants, there are a number of healthy surprises in store each morning, such as the buckwheat flapjacks topped with roasted butternut and pumpkin seeds. Also worth trying are the hummus toastie and quinoa breakfast tart for a novel superfood twist.

Sit back, relax and settle in for a leisurely breakfast with a view. Revo Café at Anantara The Palm serves up vistas of the Arabian Gulf’s shimmering waters as well as a selection of healthy dishes created using fine, fresh ingredients. You’ll be spoilt for choice here with homemade muesli and granola, pancakes, waffles, French toast and scrambled eggs to name just a few of the breakfast delights on offer. Don’t forget to toast to an incredible morning by the beach with a refreshing detox juice blend before taking in the sights at Palm Jumeirah. Tel No. +971 4 567 8304 

If you’re looking for a buzzing, centrally located restaurant, head to Flavours On Two on Sheikh Zayed Road. It’s a bustling restaurant, especially on weekends when expats in the emirate join in the weekend revelry. Flavours On Two is great for an evening out with friends, with the fixed price for beverages and food meaning there’s no bickering about the bill. Theme nights include curry and seafood and have proven to be extremely popular.

Head to The Meydan’s stylish restaurant Farriers for a brunch with free-flowing drinks, live jazz and a kids club. On other days, dine in the bright, airy interior or on the trackside terrace. Sample delicious signature dishes courtesy of vast interactive buffet stations. Once you’re done, head for the hotel’s Shiba lounge, where brunchers can enjoy discounts on drinks.

Known for its generous portions that are ideal for sharing, The Cheesecake Factory has a vast menu featuring everything from pasta to seafood, steak, salad and pizza. Be sure to save space for dessert so you can sample one of 30 legendary cheesecakes. Tel No. +971 4 203 7555 

You’ll find this café hidden away in the maze of streets that make up Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern Dubai and explore this quiet, historical area. The XVA Café is in a courtyard in the middle of the boutique XVA Art Hotel, and serves up gourmet vegetarian dishes. It’s also home to an art gallery and a shop that stocks products by independent designers and brands, including jewellery, clothes and accessories. Once you’ve eaten, there’s plenty of shopping opportunities nearby, from Deira City Centre and BurJuman to the bustling Gold and…

In the trendy Dubai Design District, Harper’s Bazaar Café serves up casual dining with a stylish edge. It’s the world’s first Harper’s Bazaar Café, which should come as no surprise – this is Dubai, after all. This daytime dining spot is an ideal break for visitors taking in Dubai’s art, design and creative scene, and it doubles as an event space. The chic, sophisticated venue epitomises the luxury of Harper’s Bazaar, with a menu of sharing platters and cosmopolitan dishes, as well as décor that highlights the fashion and art normally found within the pages of the magazine. Tel No.   +971…

Set in The Dubai Mall, in the heart of the mall’s Level Shoes, Vogue Café is a bright, open-plan restaurant with plush furnishings, stylish staff and top-notch service. Choose a snack from the European-style menu of nibbles, salads and sandwiches or fill up with a more substantial main course. A must-try for fashion forward ladies is The Quintessential Vogue Café Afternoon Tea. Savour the delicately crafted sweet and savoury snacks, recharge with a cup of the finest freshly brewed tea, and then continue your Dubai Mall shopping spree.

Check out all-day dining restaurant Cuisines for a hearty meal of international cuisine. Satisfy your appetite from the extensive buffet or choose from the tempting a la carte offerings. The restaurant invites you to watch the chefs in action in the show kitchen, cooking on the lava stone grill, baking pizzas in the stone oven or stir-frying in the Chinese wok. The wide and varied food menu is complemented by an equally extensive selection of drinks.