Okay, so you’ve powered through a whole day without food, and now it’s time for the best part—breaking your fast in the most iconic way possible.
But let’s be real. You don’t just want anywhere. You want a spot that serves up the perfect mix of vibes, delish eats, and maybe a ‘lil aesthetic energy for your next post.
Because if you’re going to go from 0 to 100 real quick (aka from date-and-water to full-on feast), you might as well do it in a place that gets it.
Lucky for you, we’ve scouted the best places in the city that totally understand what you’re looking for.
From outdoor restaurants to hidden gems serving the most scrumptious platters, here are the best places to break your fast in Dubai.
Fifth Flavour
Habibi, we thank heavens there’s always new places to visit Dubai. And one of the homegrown spots to be at is Fifth Flavour. Founded by two Emirati sisters (queens, I’d rather say), they’ve released a hearty Ramadan special menu to mark the end of your fast with an extra flavourful punch. Our fave part aside from the food? The dim lights and the artsy paper mache chairs!
What to 🍽️: Chicken Teriyaki Taco!
📍Wasl Square, Sheikh Zayed road, Al Safa 1, Dubai.
Arabian Tea House
Classics upon classics, the Arabian Tea House has and always will be one of the best places to break your fast. Never a place to serve things by halves, you can expect the Ramadan menu to be uber-perfect just before the full-blown iftar. And the fact the ambience is all about that traditional Arab architecture? This is surely the place to be
What to 🍽️: The Special Chef Plate, duh.
📍Bastakiya Opposite Musalla Post Office, Bur Dubai, Dubai.
Rascals Bakehouse
WDYM, you can break your fast with deserts (don’t forget your dates, tho!) AND get beauty goodies? Well, if that got your attention, the It-girl cafe is collaborating with everyone’s favourite, Sephora, for some fun activations while you end your fast with delish snacks.
What to 🍽️: The Black Sesame & Vanilla Victoria cake.
📍Wasl Square Shop 32, Dubai.
Cafe Bateel
Nothing’s finer than Cafe Bateel’s scrumptious platters. It’s a no-brainer why this renowned cafe made it to the list. A staple place for all things yummy and Mediterranean, Cafe Bateel has turned the place inside out to embrace the spirit of Ramadan. Of course, you can devour and dive into its Ramadam special dishes.
What to 🍽️: Braised Lamb with Rice Pilaf.
📍Marina Walk | King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Jumeirah Beach Residence | Podium Level Business Central Tower B, Media City, Dubai.
Tulua Cafe & Roastery
If you love the Boho-chic aesthetic, look no further than Tulua! Cosy Ramadan nights just got even better with Tulua’s special Iftar menu. Packed with speciality South American flavours with a touch of Arabia’s best, we’re sure that Tulua has so much more to offer with its extra oomph.
What to 🍽️: Order the iftar menu from the get-go bestie!
📍7 Towers, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai.
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