Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the UAE at these divine date night venues
Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat
Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat marks Valentine’s weekend with “A Valentine’s Sparkle with Judith Leiber,” an exclusive pop-up showcasing a curated selection of the luxury house’s crystal-embellished minaudières and couture handbags. Hosted at Oia Majlis overlooking the Arabian Gulf on 14–15 February from 9am to 6pm, the event is open to in-house guests and day visitors, with complimentary transfers to the Judith Leiber boutique at Dubai Mall available for guests wishing to explore the full collection. The collaboration also includes a private beach dining experience, “A Love Story by the Sea,” featuring a four-course menu, bubbly and roses, set within the retreat’s adults-only, Greek island-inspired setting.
A Valentine’s Sparkle with Judith Leiber Pop-up: 14-15 February, from 9am-6pm. A Love Story by the Sea Designer Dining: Personalised beach dinner for two. Choice of a four-course Mediterranean or Middle Eastern set menu: AED5,000 per couple with a bouquet of roses and a bottle of bubbly. Call +9712 817 0000 or email santorini@anantara.com.
Little Miss India
Little Miss India, a Michelin Guide-recognised restaurant, offers a warm and romantic Valentine’s experience with bold Indian flavours and thoughtful culinary storytelling. Chef Mohammad Arif’s three-course, family-style menu is designed for sharing, featuring highlights like Kale Patta Chaat, Jhinga Makkhan Lasooni, Champaran Gosht, and Lobster Butter Pulao, along with a welcome beverage for two. The evening is topped off with the Queen Necklace, a new signature drink inspired by Mumbai’s Marine Drive.
14 February. AED450 per person includes three-course sharing set menu and a welcome drink. Call +9714 457 3388 or email palmdubai@fairmont.com. Visit website.
Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Head to The Lean, Abu Dhabi’s highest suspended pool, for Sip & Dip Brunch: Love Splash Edition, a one-day-only Valentine’s rooftop brunch 19 floors above the city. With DJ beats, laid-back lounging, refreshing drinks, and elevated brunch bites, it’s an easy, fun way to spend Valentine’s weekend. Make a night of it with the XO Andaz Escape at Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi, which includes a stay in a room with a deep-soak bathtub, a curated love amenity, a bottle of sparkling grape, breakfast in bed for two, and dining privileges for a relaxing Valentine’s getaway.
AED250 for soft beverages, AED325 for house beverages, and AED425 for bubbly. Rooftop Pool Pass access inclusive. Call +97150 765 6435. Visit website.
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
Anantara’s signature Designer Dining experience offers the ultimate expression of personalised romance. Couples may select a private setting of their choosing, from a secluded stretch of beach to a bubble dome, and enjoy a bespoke sharing menu served with dedicated butler service.
February 9-15, from 7pm onwards. Experiences are priced between AED 2,500 and AED 2,900 net per couple, with the option to enhance the evening by adding a private bubble dome for AED2,000. Availability is extremely limited and advance reservations are required. For reservations and more information, visit website. Call +971 4 567 8304 or email restaurants.dubai@anantara.com.
Address Beach Resort
Celebrate love this February with Address Beach Resort’s Valentine’s Floating Breakfast at Level 77, featuring the world’s highest infinity pool and skyline views. Couples can enjoy a generous breakfast on floating trays in the pool, paired with bubbly, surrounded by heart-themed touches and soft morning light for a beautiful start to the day.
Advance reservations are recommended. Until February 28, from 9am-11am. AED777 per couple. Visit website.
Banyan Tree Dubai
Inspired by Banyan Tree’s Asian philosophy, Tocha’s Afternoon Tea Tree offers a special afternoon tea experience. This February, it is reimagined for Valentine’s Month with a curated menu of sweet and savoury bites, thoughtfully crafted with subtle Japanese-inspired flavours.
Daily, from 2pm-5pm. AED180 per person. Valentine’s Day menu available throughout February. Visit website. Call +9714 556 6466 or email guestservice-dubai@banyantree.com.
Raia Rooftop Bar & Lounge
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Celebrate Valentine’s under the stars with panoramic rooftop views and an intimate dining experience. Enjoy a four-course menu, live entertainment, and a bottle of bubbly, with the option to add a curated floral bouquet for AED250 across all outlets.
From 7-11pm. AED 549 per couple for a four-course set menu with a bottle of bubbly. Optional Upgrade: Two hours of house beverages at AED169 per person. Call +9714 274 4444. Visit website.
W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island
Whether or not there’s a special someone, there’s no excuse to stay home this Valentine’s Day. Round up your crew and hit the dance floor at W Lounge from 9pm onwards while sipping on refreshing beverages. Ladies can enjoy a special Valentine’s package at AED99 per person, while gents can join the fun for AED 199.
14 February 2026, from 9pm. Ladies package at AED99 per person. Gents package at AED199 per person. Call +9712 656 0000, WhatsApp +97150 642 0893, or email wabudhabi.dining@whotels.com.
Armani/Ristorante
At Armani/Ristorante, Valentine’s Day is celebrated with a five-course Italian set menu full of romance and flavour. The evening starts with delicate scallop carpaccio with pomegranate and fennel, followed by beetroot tortelli filled with Castelmagno cheese and topped with toasted hazelnuts. A fragrant lemon risotto with red prawn leads into the main event, a sumptuous Wagyu beef fillet with Jerusalem artichoke and foie gras. Dessert is a showstopper, Cioccolato e Ciliegie, featuring black cherry sorbet, vanilla crémeux, chocolate mousse and crisp gavottes.
AED 850 per person for indoors and AED1,250 per person for terrace with Dubai Fountain view. From 6:30pm-11:30pm. Call +9714 888 3666 or email restaurant.reservations@armanihotels.com. Visit website.
25hours Hotel One Central
This Valentine’s Day, Juña Rooftop Shisha invites couples to dine under the stars with stunning views of the Museum of the Future. The evening begins with oysters and caviar, butternut squash soup, and burrata with beetroot carpaccio. For mains, choose from lobster thermidor, beetroot and mushroom ravioli, cornfed baby chicken, or braised lamb shank, finishing with desserts such as cream caramel with grilled peach and opera cake.
14 February. AED400 per person with drinks available à la carte. Call +97156 508 9855 or email Juna.onecentral@25hours-hotels.com.
MiMi Mei Fair
From 11 to 15 February 2026, MiMi Mei Fair is offering its Taste of Love menu for couples, featuring favourites such as Xiao Long Jewels, Wasabi Prawns, and Apple Wood-Fired Roasted Peking Duck, priced at AED478 per person with an optional AED248 grape pairing. Set in the venue’s cosy townhouse setting with views of the Burj Khalifa, look forward to a special evening and end the night on a sweet note with the exclusive Red Velvet Trifle layered with cream cheese, chocolate chips, and berries.
Bull & Bear
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Bull & Bear with a curated tasting menu, featuring canapés, Dibba Bay oysters, wagyu tartare and Kiwami striploin, all against the stunning backdrop of the Burj Khalifa. The experience includes a signature Valentine’s concoction prepared tableside, followed by a bespoke dessert of lemon marshmallow and peach compote.
7pm until midnight. AED1,300 per couple for a six-course tasting menu. Visit website.
Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort
Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s on a private island just offshore from Dubai, accessible via a 20-minute boat ride. From 13 to 15 February 2026, the resort offers romantic dining and island experiences with panoramic views of Dubai’s skyline. Couples can enjoy a four-course Valentine’s Dinner at Qamar or Helios. Qamar serves Arabic and Indian cuisine beneath grand lanterns, while Helios offers Mediterranean-inspired dishes on a sea-facing terrace.
AED2,100 per couple, inclusive of a four-course set menu and round-trip boat transfers. Call +9714 567 8624 or email reservations.awid@anantara.com.
Ciel Dubai Marina
This Valentine’s Day, Ciel Dubai Marina’s West 13 offers a three-course continental menu paired with a glass of bubbly, enjoyed against the glittering Dubai Marina skyline.
6pm to 11pm. AED300 per person. Call +9714 815 3013. Visit website.
Fairmont The Palm
Boldly Asian is marking Valentine’s Day with a pan-Asian set menu designed for couples who want something fun and flavour-driven rather than formal. The menu features Salmon Tacos with Yuzu, a Trio of Sashimi, Lobster Tempura Rolls, Thai Duck Curry and Golden Tempura Seabass, served with a bottle of sparkling grape to share.
6:30pm-11:30pm. AED395 per person includes set menu with a bottle of sparkling grape. Call +9714 457 3388.
THREE CUTS Steakhouse and Bar
Three Cuts Steakhouse & Bar is marking Valentine’s Day with a rooftop dinner on Palm Jumeirah, available on February 14 for AED800 per couple. The experience includes a three-course set menu, a bottle of house red or white grape, and a Polaroid photo to take home. Starters are made for sharing, with options like Oyster Gratin, Beetroot Salmon Carpaccio or Wild Mushroom Arancini, followed by a choice of Tenderloin with white asparagus and red grape sauce or Striploin with potato gratin and mushroom sauce. A shared red velvet ‘Be Mine’ cake rounds off the evening.
Call +9714 420 1113.
GITANO Dubai
This Valentine’s Day, GITANO Dubai hosts Ceremonia Under the Stars, an intimate beachfront brunch for couples on J1 Beach. The menu includes shareable small plates such as Hamachi Tostada and Quesabirria, mains such as Roasted Chicken with Chilli and Mexican Rice, and a special Valentine’s dessert. Beverage options include three hours of unlimited bubbles (AED1,250) or free-flowing bubbly (AED1,750).
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Bussola
Bussola is celebrating Valentine’s Day with an Italian dinner. The menu opens with an Assaggi dello Chef selection, followed by dishes such as risotto with warm langoustine and caviar, and mains including beef tenderloin with foie gras, morel jus and black truffle.
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina. AED400 per person, including a welcome drink. Call +97156 501 0502.