With so many activities and events taking place in the area each day, finding the best things to do in Downtown Dubai can be hard…so we’re here to help. You’re welcome! *wink*
With the weekend just around the corner, we’ve put together a list of some of the exciting things you can do in Downtown Dubai on Fridays.
1. Jazz night at August
End the work week at this Baroque-style restaurant’s jazz night. In addition to cool tunes, you can enjoy bespoke cocktails created by award-winning bartenders at their gin bar along with the best of French and Mediterranean cuisine.
Every Friday from 9pm to 11pm. Located at Address Dubai Mall (previously known as Address Fountain Views). For more information, call 054 408 0010 or visit their website.
2. Buffet night at Ewaan
If you want to eat your way into the weekend, head straight to Palace Downtown. Middle Eastern restaurant Ewaan’s Friday night buffet showcases dishes from around the world. There are live stations too. Priced at AED 349 per person with soft beverages.
Every Friday from 6:30pm to 10:30pm. Located at Palace Downtown. For more information, call 04 428 7961 or visit their website.
3. Business lunch at The Restaurant
Whether it’s lunch with your colleague or your companion, the three-course meal here won’t disappoint with Italian dishes like Margherita pizza, quinoa crusted salmon and fusilli with courgettes for mains and desserts such as tiramisu and crispy cannoli. Priced at AED 145 per person.
Every Friday from 1pm to 3:30pm. Located at Address Downtown. For more information, call 04 436 8888 or visit their website.
4. Peach Blossom afternoon tea at The Patisserie
Soak in the breakthtaking views of the iconic Burj Khalifa while sipping on an array of exquisite teas, coffee and aromatic beverages at this afternoon tea. Expect savoury bites and sweet treats such as macarons and pastries. Priced at AED 250 per person.
Every Friday from 3pm to 7pm. Located at Address Sky View. For more information, call 04 873 8888 or visit their website.
5. Pre-theatre drinks at Jun’s
Want to grab a meal before your show at the Opera? Award-winning restaurant Jun’s has made it easy with its two-course meal. Priced at AED 150, you can pick a starter and main or a main and dessert from a menu which includes some of their best-sellers. Plus you can add alcoholic beverages (from AED 40) or additional small bites (AED 45 each).
Every Friday from 4pm to 7pm. Located on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. For more information, call 04 457 6035 or visit their website.
6. Shisha at Ce La Vi’s pool deck
Want to unwind with shisha in a picturesque setting? Ce La Vi’s pool deck is the place to be. The premium shisha selection includes classic flavours such as double apple, grape and mint, as well as exotic flavours like tropical smoothie and berries daiquiri. If you want no charcoal shisha or tea-based shisha, you get that too! Prices start from AED 240.
Every Friday from 12pm to 2am. Located at Address Sky View. For more information, call 04 582 6111 or visit their website.
7. Dinner show at Birds Dubai
If you want a dining experience that brings together world-class entertainment, stunning views of Burj Khalifa, Japanese fusion cuisine and some of the best cocktails in Downtown Dubai, look no further.
Every Friday from 7pm onwards. Located at Address Downtown. For more information, call 04 572 3919 or visit their website.
8. Golden hour at Masti
At this award-winning and Michelin guide listed Indian restaurant and cocktail bar in Downtown Dubai, happy hours mean cocktails are priced at AED 40, beers and wines at AED 30 and bar bites such as avocado ceviche pani puri, truffle khakra and pickled onion jalapeno naan at AED 25.
Every Friday from 4pm to 7:30pm. Located at The Dubai Edition. For more information, call 800 62784 or visit their website.
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