Dubai is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene, and during Ramadan, the city’s restaurants and desert camps come to life with some of the most beautiful iftar experiences.

Whether you’re looking for a refined dining affair by the marina, a cozy rooftop retreat, or a magical evening under the stars, there’s an iftar for every preference. Here’s a curated selection of the best iftar experiences in Dubai this Ramadan.

101 Dining Lounge & Marina at One&Only The Palm

For an elegant iftar by the water, 101 Dining Lounge & Marina offers a set menu. Begin your meal with an Amuse-Bouche of Medjool date with almonds, goat cheese, and orange blossom honey, followed by starters like burrata with Heirloom tomatoes or truffle hummus. Choose from a main of braised lamb shank or Sea Bream before indulging in pavlova or rosewater pistachio kunafa cheesecake.
One&Only The Palm, Dhs290 per person, Sunset - 8:30 PM, 04 440 1010

Alaya

Set in chef Izu's chic restaurant in DIFC, Alaya’s iftar features starters like lentil soup, hummus, and baba ghanoush, followed by mains such as lamb shank or grilled chicken, ending with classic Arabic desserts.
Gate Village 4, DIFC, Dhs300 per person, Sunset onwards, 04 570 6289

Blue Door at Delano Dubai

Nestled in a serene garden oasis by the sea, Blue Door offers an elegant Anatolian iftar experience with a sharing-style menu that celebrates the flavours of Turkey. Guests here can sit down to a selection of mezze, stuffed vine leaves, and Ezine cheese before the live mixed kebab platter featuring Adana kebab, sis tavuk, and Ali nazik.
Delano Dubai, Bluewaters, Dhs250 per person, Sunset – 9:30 PM, Suhoor 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM,
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Brasserie Boulud

This iftar buffet includes live chef stations, freshly carved shawarma, lamb koftas, and pistachio éclairs, along with a selection of traditional Ramadan beverages.
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Wafi, Dhs225 per person, Sunset - 8:30 PM, 04 324 9999

Eugène Eugène

A rooftop iftar served sharing-style, featuring a selection of starters, two main courses, two sides, and two desserts in a lush, greenhouse-inspired setting.
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, Dhs160 per person (minimum 2 guests), Sunset - 8:30 PM, 04 379 8963

Heritage Desert Safari

An immersive cultural experience in the Dubai desert, featuring traditional mezze, slow-cooked Lamb Ouzi, live drumming, Yola dance, storytelling, and an even a stargazing session.
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dhs695 per adult, Dhs595 per child, Pickup 3:00 PM, Return 10:30PM

Nara Desert Camp

Break your fast under the stars at Nara’s Ramadan tent, offering slow-cooked lamb, traditional kebabs, live oud music, and camel rides in an Arabian spice market setting.
Nara Desert Camp, Dhs590 per adult, Dhs250 per child (6-12), Free for kids under 6, Sunset - 9:00 PM, 050 336 7909

Netsu

A Japanese-inspired iftar with edamame, Wagyu chef’s cut MB4-5, crispy duck hot stone rice, and burnt cheesecake infused with cherry blossom.
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dhs285 per person, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM, 04 777 2223

Ninive, Bab Al Shams

Enjoy an Arabesque-style iftar in a beautiful Bedouin-inspired setting, with a menu featuring Middle Eastern and North African delicacies.
Bab Al Shams, Al Qudra, Dhs285 per person, Sunset - 9:00 PM, 04 809 6203

One&Only Royal Mirage

A Moroccan-inspired buffet beginning with mint tea and dates, featuring crispy pastilla, chargrilled kebabs, and live musical performances.
One&Only Royal Mirage, Al Sufouh, Dhs380 per adult, Dhs190 per child (4-11), Sunset - 9:00 PM, 04 315 2412

Platinum Desert Safari

An ultra-luxurious iftar experience featuring a guided conservation tour, a sunset falconry demonstration, and a Michelin-starred five-course meal in a private cabana, followed by a fire performance and stargazing.
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dhs1,950 per adult, Dhs1,500 per child, Pickup 2:30 PM, Return 10:00 PM

ROKA

Book here for a contemporary Japanese iftar featuring corn salad with puffed rice, braised wagyu cheek, sea bream fillet, and signature desserts.
The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay, Dhs195 per person, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 04 439 7171