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Ramadan in Dubai

From traditional Middle Eastern flavours to global cuisines, discover iftars in Dubai to suit all tastes. ROAM’s curated guide to Ramadan in Dubai also features lavish suhoors, meaningful experiences, and revitalising wellness treatments.

Embrace the traditions of Ramadan

This Ramadan, discover community spirit and local culture through meaningful culinary, wellness, and educational experiences. From lavish iftar buffets and Ramadan menus in Dubai to rejuvenating treatments and relaxing staycations, immerse yourself in this special time of year.

Amassi by Selma Benomar

Lacing contemporary couture with cultural heritage, visionary Moroccan-French designer Selma Benomar has reimagined the traditional Ramadan tent at One&Only One Za’abeel. A flavour flight across the Middle East, it’s a sophisticated backdrop to elegant iftars and suhoors that promise gourmet cuisine, live entertainment and an elegant ambience.

Enchanting iftar experiences

Discover authentic entertainment and local flavours

Asateer

The iconic Asateer at Atlantis, The Palm is a palatial space that embodies Middle Eastern elegance. Glittering lights, oriental entertainment, and VIP spaces provide the backdrop for themed nights that showcase regional and global flavours. Iftar is served from sunset to 8pm, priced at AED 295 Monday to Thursday and AED 325 Friday to Sunday. Children aged 4 and under dine complimentary.

Oumsiat

Under a canopy of twinkling lights, discover tradition, artistry and authentic culinary delights at Oumsiat. An open-air lounge backdropped by the iconic façade of The Meydan Hotel, delight in regional flavours served in a memorable and inviting setting. Iftar is priced at AED 299 per person and served from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

An Iftar for Every Occasion

Al Hadheerah

This quintessential desert experience invites you to indulge in regional delicacies while enjoying theatrical Ramadan performances and a vibrant souk experience. It’s available at Bab Al Shams from sunset to 10pm for AED 449 per adult and AED 275 per child aged 4 to 11.

Peregrine Majlis

Transforming the ballroom at One&Only Royal Mirage into a refined Ramadan experience, enjoy a generous Levantine and Arabic buffet at Peregrine. Discover a lavish spread of lamb ouzi, shawarma, mezze favourites, and traditional sweets, served in a warm and atmospheric majlis setting.

Aelia

A Mediterranean-inspired iftar featuring a buffet of cold dishes, hot live cooking stations and a beautiful dessert display is served up to live music at Aelia. It’s available at One&Only One Za’abeel from 5.30pm to 8.30pm for AED 245 for adults and AED 150 for children aged 4 to 12.

Andaliman

Dine alfresco under the stars at One&Only One Za’abeel’s vibrant Indonesian restaurant. Reimagining traditional dishes from the archipelago, expect a sharing-style menu served in private cabanas. It’s available from sunset to 8pm for AED 192 per adult and AED 90 for children aged 4 to 11.

Tagine

Flavourful Moroccan cuisine in an intimate setting, break fast at this beautiful restaurant at One&Only Royal Mirage with hot and cold mezze followed by fragrant tagines and signature Ramadan dishes. It’s AED 345 for adults and AED 170 for children aged 4 and above.

Zest

Break your fast with a refined iftar at One&Only The Palm. Enjoy a sunset meal at Zest, where Ramadan traditions are thoughtfully reimagined through vibrant Mediterranean flavours.

Culinara

Enjoy an iftar of modern Lebanese flavours at FAY at Culinara, where an elevated set menu is served against the backdrop of sweeping skyline views. Designed for a minimum of four guests, it’s AED 199 for adults and AED 100 for children aged 5 to 9.

Ariana’s Persian Kitchen

Discover the rich flavours of traditional Persian cuisine laced with star chef Ariana Bundy’s culinary prowess at Atlantis The Royal. The lavish iftar spread is available from sunset to 8.30pm.

A Ramadan Staycation at Bab Al Shams

Retreat to the golden dunes of the desert for a quintessentially Middle Eastern experience at Bab Al Shams. Check in for a serene desert escape and enjoy a spectacular iftar at Al Hadheerah, in-room suhoor or breakfast at Zala, plus thoughtful experiences like traditional coffee making and falconry.

From Stargazing in the Desert to Relaxing Treatments

Thoughtful Experiences to try this Ramadan

Storytelling by the Fire

Get cosy by the firepit with a unique storytelling session at Bab Al Shams. Be captivated by the rich history of Emirati culture and hear how the UAE became what it is today.

Ritual of the Orient at Guerlain Spa

Discover a deeply restorative wellness journey designed to nurture body and mind at One&Only The Palm. A serene, 90-minute ritual, it weaves time-honoured healing traditions with modern techniques.

Stargazing in the Desert

Journey into the golden dunes for an immersive astronomy session where you can discover the constellations, led by an expert guide, at Bab Al Shams.