There’s no shortage of ways to spend a Saturday in Dubai, from beach days to city plans, and brunch remains a favourite among them. To make choosing easier, we’ve rounded up the best spots in town, covering timings, formats, flavours and budgets.
Bussola
Spritz in hand, sun on your face, and music in the air, Saturdays at Bussola, Jumeirah Golf Estates, are getting a fresh twist with the return of Brunchissimo. The menu is built around the joy of sharing, with creamy Burratina prepared tableside, delicate Vitello Tonnato, crisp Frittura Mista, wood-fired pizzas and handmade pasta. Mains include Lamb Cutlets, Jumbo Prawns, and Tagliatelle Beef, served as the DJ plays and guests settle in for an afternoon of good food and live entertainment. Dessert keeps the mood sweet with a roaming Tiramisu Trolley, freshly made Cannelloni filled to order, and bowls of seasonal fruit. To toast the day, guests can choose from spritzes, bubbly or grape served right at the table. With sunshine across the terrace, gather your friends and make the most of the cooler season by reserving a spot at Bussola for a flavourful brunch experience.
Every Saturday, from 1pm to 4pm. Brunchissimo package: AED570 per person, inclusive of sparkling beverages. Call +9714 586 7760 or email jgebookings@bussola.ae. Visit website.
Sobremesa
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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The Guild
The Guild’s Brunch Society is a Saturday brunch that runs from 12pm, bringing together good food, free-flowing drinks, and an upbeat crowd under the brasserie’s high ceilings. Expect generous live stations, plenty of bubbly, and a soundtrack that keeps the atmosphere buzzing. After brunch, the energy shifts to The Aviary, the venue’s private lounge, for an informal after-party that goes late.
From AED449 per person. Visit website.
Orilla
Orilla’s Viva Orilla Brunch takes place every weekend from 12:30pm to 4pm on the 27th floor of Hotel Local, Jumeirah Village Triangle. Guests can share starters such as Beef Carpaccio, Mussels Al Forno, and Yaki Tori, followed by mains including Black Angus Tagliata, Wagyu Beef Cheek, or Sea Bass Fillet, and finish with desserts like doughnuts and Mille-Feuille. A full open bar offers grapes selected by the sommelier, classic concoctions, and signature drinks including the Orilla Paperplane and Caffè Corretto, served in a sunlit space with Mediterranean flavours and subtle Asian influences.
From AED350 per person. Visit website.
Brasserie 2.0
Brasserie 2.0 at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa has introduced Voyage Brunch, a Saturday experience that pairs global food with live music and performance. Running from 1:30pm to 4:30pm, it features a wide-ranging buffet and live stations covering seafood, Asian, Mediterranean, Indian and BBQ dishes. The brunch plays out like a journey, with DJs, dancers and surprise performances bringing different destinations into the space as the afternoon goes on. From 4.30pm, it flows into a sunset afterparty with DJ sets and live saxophone, keeping the energy going into the evening.
From AED395 per person. Call +9714 316 5555.
Gloria Osteria
Newly opened in DIFC, Gloria Osteria has launched IL GRANDE BRUNCH di GLORIA, a Saturday brunch celebrating Italian cuisine, lively music, and the Big Mamma spirit. Set on its Milanese 70s-inspired terrace, the brunch features an array of sharing plates, complete with a buzzing, feel-good atmosphere. Guests start with a spectacular spread of salumi, mozzarella, and breads, followed by signature dishes such as Parmigiano-cracked pasta, Risotto XXL ai Frutti di Mare, and chargrilled meats. The experience concludes with Gloria’s iconic XXL Tiramisù and a lavish dessert selection.
From AED400 per person. Visit website.
Azure Beach
Every Saturday, Azure Beach Lounge turns into a lively brunch spot with its Roll. Grill. Chill. Priced from AED295 per person, the experience includes unlimited drinks, sushi selections and live grill stations, all set against a high-energy atmosphere. Guests can also opt for pool access and enjoy an all-in-one Saturday plan by the beach.
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