From ultimate spots to celebrate special occasions to exciting new offerings to indulge in, here are the things to do in the UAE in April 2026

Pizza Omakase at KO.NA with Chef Reif

KO.NA Pizza House, Chef Reif Othman’s Japanese-Italian concept at Culinara, One Za’abeel, will host its first-ever pizza omakase on 29 April at 7:30pm. The one-night-only experience features a nine-course menu for just 20 guests. Rooted in the Japanese concept of omakase, the evening is built on surprise and spontaneity, with Chef Reif presenting each course.

Priced at AED299 per person, with an optional AED89 beverage pairing. Visit website.

Join the New Balance x Rascals run and weekend pop-up in Dubai

New Balance teams up with Rascals for a three-day community event from 24 to 26 April, featuring a limited-edition menu, co-branded merchandise and giveaways. The highlight is a sunrise 5K run around Safa Park on Friday morning, followed by complimentary post-run coffee and bites, while the evening sees Rascals turn into a social hub with a live DJ set, special menu and exclusive drops. The space remains open throughout the weekend for diners and visitors.

Choose from experiences at AURA Skypool

AURA Skypool is rolling out a lineup of experiences this season, from a limited-time 50% off pool bookings for UAE residents (until 31 May with code UAE50) to the return of Family Swim, where kids aged 6+ can join adults across sunrise, morning, afternoon and night sessions. Wellness in the Sky continues with weekly yoga, stretching and sound healing classes, alongside high-energy RIDE sessions in collaboration with CRANK Fitness Studio, plus special one-off events like floating breathwork.

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White Party returns at DRIFT Dubai

DRIFT Dubai is hosting its annual White Party on Saturday, 25 April from 12pm at DRIFT Restaurant, bringing together French-inspired dining, live music, and a white dress code against views of the Marina skyline. The daytime event features an à la carte menu and moves from long lunches into a more upbeat social atmosphere as the afternoon progresses.

25 April, from 12pm. À la carte French inspired menu. Call +9714 315 2200 or email info@driftbeachdubai.com.

Orilla launches Neighborhood Nights in JVT

Orilla, a homegrown concept by Chef Saradhi Dakara in Jumeirah Village Triangle, launches Neighborhood Nights, a weekly community-led dining experience supporting local businesses. Priced at AED149, the three-course menu includes dishes such as beef carpaccio, sea bream crudo, or beef croquettes to start, followed by mains like cacio e pepe bucatini, sea bass fillet, or koji chicken, ending with desserts including chocolate mousse, churros, or sorbet. Each evening also features a dedicated space for small UAE-based brands to showcase their products, creating a platform for local businesses to connect with the community.

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Khadak hosts LILA for a two-night Indian-Mexican dining experience

Khadak and LILA Wood Fired Taqueria come together for a limited-time vegetarian tasting menu on 23–24 April at Khadak in Jumeirah, with seatings at 7pm, 8pm, and 9pm. Priced at AED185 per person, the experience blends Indian and Mexican flavours through dishes such as jalapeño tepache pani puri, kulcha fundido, paneer quesadillas, and saffron flan, with an optional fermentation pairing available.

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Experience the House of Habanero x Sobremesa Supper Club

Sobremesa is hosting a one-night-only supper club with House of Habanero on Friday, 24 April at Souk Al Bahar, featuring a five-course Mexican-inspired menu by Chef Marco paired with curated hot sauces and three drinks. The flavour-led experience includes dishes like tuna tostada, prawn tacos, and ribeye tacos, ending with mango pannacotta.

Available via the website houseofhabanero.ae.

Enjoy a pool day pass at Waldorf Astoria DIFC

Enjoy a pool day pass to St. Trop rooftop pool and lounge for AED150, fully redeemable on food and drinks. Relax on loungers with views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai skyline, with drinks, bites, and shisha available à la carte.

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KŌDO by Salvaje is now delivering across Dubai

Salvaje has launched KŌDO, a delivery concept available from April 14 on Deliveroo and talabat. The menu focuses on sushi, maki, and signature dishes, including the Trufa Maki and Diablo Tuna Maki, alongside sharing sets, sandos, burgers, and wok dishes. The offering brings together Japanese techniques and bold flavours in a delivery format that maintains quality and consistency.

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Steak Frites Nights arrive at Chez Wam

Chez Wam has launched Steak Frites Nights in partnership with Carnistore, a limited-time dining series running every other Wednesday from 6pm until 8 July. Guests can choose from three cuts, flank Angus MB4, tenderloin Angus MB4 or ribeye Wagyu MB6–7, each served with classic sauces, salad and fries.

Upcoming dates include 15 and 29 April, 13 and 27 May, 10 and 24 June, and 8 July. Visit website.

Save on your next meal with Ride & Dine

MAD Hospitality has launched Ride & Dine, running until 10 May 2026, offering diners up to AED100 in taxi fare credit when arriving via RTA, DTC or Hala taxis at participating venues. Guests simply present their receipt to redeem the amount off their food and beverage bill at The Grey Al Khawaneej and Society (Jumeirah 1, Dubai and Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi).

A Lebanese street food night out at Ka’ak Al Manara

Ka’ak Al Manara has launched Live Stations Nights on its Al Wasl Road terrace, offering a Beirut-style street food experience in Dubai every Friday and Saturday from 8pm. The menu features live stations serving chargrilled markouk rolls, arayes, mini Lebanese burgers, raw nayye, hummus, tabbouleh, spicy potatoes and cheese rolls.

Priced from AED99 per person (minimum two guests). Call +97154 778 6304.

A week of incredible experiences at Ernst Biergarten

From long brunches to quiz nights and weekend BBQs, Ernst Biergarten brings a slice of Bavaria to Dubai. Sundays feature a roast at AED110 per person (starter, main, dessert), plus The Big Bavarian Quiz from 6pm–8pm with happy hour until 8pm. Thursdays offer an after-work deal at AED600 for four, including a sharing platter, 3L hops, a pretzel tree, and live entertainment from 7pm–10pm. Weekends are dedicated to BBQ in the Biergarten (AED80 per item, including a pretzel), with non-halal options available Friday and Saturday from 6pm–midnight, while game days feature snack plates at AED100 and hops towers at AED280 during live matches.

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Order the La Baguette du Relais de l’Entrecôte

Le Relais de l’Entrecôte introduces La Baguette du Relais de l’Entrecôte, available exclusively for delivery on Deliveroo. The new format brings its signature sirloin steak and secret sauce inside a freshly baked baguette, served with its classic crispy fries for an at-home version of the restaurant’s classic. The delivery menu also includes favourites such as Le Relais Chocolate Cake and assorted tartlets.

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Pay it forward at Nomad Day Bar

Sobremesa’s new Hacienda Brunch launches

Sobremesa in Souk Al Bahar has launched Hacienda Brunch, a new Saturday offering running from 1pm to 4pm, featuring a share-style Mexican-Spanish menu, live DJ, and flowing drinks. Starting 4 April, the brunch includes dishes like tableside guacamole, ceviche, tacos, chilaquiles, and desserts such as churros and tres leches, alongside beverage packages. Guests can enjoy 30% off all packages for the first two weekends.

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VNTG Grape & Cheese Society opens at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

VNTG Grape & Cheese Society is opening this month at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai in Business Bay, bringing a more easygoing, approachable take on the traditional bar. Inspired by a European enoteca, the space has both indoor and outdoor seating and a laid-back feel that works just as well for a quick glass as it does for a longer meal. At the centre is a rotating selection of over 350 labels, with 55 available by the glass and daily sommelier-led flights, alongside a menu by Chef Tom Allen featuring dishes like mussels with grape, garlic and seaweed butter, chicken pie and smoked roasted cauliflower, plus classic desserts. The cheese selection, sourced from French affineur Frères Marchand, is available to enjoy in-house or take away, while a retail-plus-corkage pricing model makes it easier to explore and enjoy without the usual markups.

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Sundown Brunch returns to a new venue

Sundown Brunch is taking place this Saturday, 4 April, bringing Dubai’s award-winning party brunch to a new venue with bigger music, entertainment, and atmosphere. Known for high-energy crowds, world-class DJs, and immersive performances, the relaunch at The Theater Dubai hosts the same signature experience with an elevated setting.

Saturday, from 3-7pm. Afterparty till 8pm. From AED290 per person. Call +97158 539 8899.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience at Kuv’s Secret Supper Club

Kuv’s Secret Supper Club offers an intimate immersive dining experience in Chef Kuv Sharma’s home where each menu celebrates diverse cultures with fresh sustainable ingredients and every dish tells a story. Guests are encouraged to skip small talk and instead share personal stories, creating a deeper sense of connection while exploring Dubai’s hidden culinary side. With limited seats and the location revealed just 24 hours before each event, every dinner is a unique, immersive experience.

April 3, 8, 10, 11, and 15. Book your spot through Splidu. Visit website.

Head to Hudayriyat Island for this new beachfront restaurant

Akawa at Bab Al Nojoum Hudayriyat brings a contemporary take on Arabic and Middle Eastern cooking to a beachfront setting. The kitchen is led by Chef de Cuisine Omrane Ghafri, whose Moroccan roots shape a menu grounded in personal stories, including dishes like Dibba Pil Pil shrimp inspired by his childhood by the sea. Overseeing the concept, Chef Mohit Bhargava places a strong emphasis on local sourcing, drawing on UAE seafood, farm-grown produce, and ingredients from Mina market to root the menu in its surroundings. Built around a sharing-style approach, the dishes are bold and flavour-led, bringing together regional influences and the chef’s personal cooking style.

Call +9712 691 0208 or email reservations@babalnojoum.com.

New Chef’s tasting menu at MANAO launches

MANĀO launches a new eight-course Chef’s Tasting Menu, available for dinner only. Blending signature favourites with three new creations, the menu features dishes such as Beef Miang with Wagyu and shrimp paste relish, Lobster Khanom Krok, Sticky Rice Roti with Beef, Southern-style Spicy Lamb Curry, and Yellow Curry with Prawn, finishing with Rosella Granita and White Rose Custard. Optional add-ons include Curry Puff with Beef, Crab Shoulder, Stir-fried Oyster Blade, and Mango Sticky Rice.

AED350 per person. Visit website.

 

Book a Peking Duck experience at Yù & Mì

Yù & Mì offers its signature whole Peking Duck experience from Wednesday to Saturday, featuring a traditionally prepared duck served with classic garnishes and a complimentary bottle of red or white grape from a curated selection, priced at AED488 for two, with the option to order additional dishes from the menu.

Call +9714 777 8895.

Celebrate Easter at Cucina

Cucina’s La Tavolata Easter Brunch takes place on Sunday, 5 April, featuring a generous spread of live stations including focaccia, bruschetta, handmade pasta, grilled meats, seafood, and a dedicated non-halal room, along with desserts like tiramisu, gelato, and panna cotta. Families can enjoy an Easter egg hunt for children, with packages priced at AED295 for soft beverages, AED395 for house beverages, and AED125 for kids aged 6–12, while children under 5 dine free, with an optional bubbly upgrade for AED150.

To book now, click here.

Try the five daily dining experiences at At.mosphere

At.mosphere introduces a limited-time series of five daily experiences priced at AED122, spanning from breakfast to midnight drinks. Guests can choose from sunrise breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, sunset or late-night drinks, all set against panoramic views from the Burj Khalifa.

Call +9714 888 3828.

Book a tranquil spa experience at Fairmont The Palm

The spa at Fairmont The Palm offers a 120-minute Serenity ritual featuring a foot ritual, Himalayan salt exfoliation, chakra massage with marma point therapy, facial, and warm oil treatment to restore balance and relaxation, priced at AED950 per person, alongside a Serenity for Two package with a shared massage and full spa access for AED820, both available daily.

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