We’ve done all the work so you don’t have to – this is your guide to the best NYE parties and events in Downtown Dubai. Choose your favourite spot, book your table and welcome 2026 with a night to remember. This list is growing, so keep check back regularly for all the offers for a great NYE in Downtown Dubai.
Tonos
If the combination of food and fireworks ticks all your celebration boxes, the newly opened Greek-Mediterranean restaurant Tonos might just be the perfect spot for you. The alcohol-free NYE menu includes a salad, main course, dessert and unlimited soft drinks. Priced at AED 750 per person for indoor seating, AED 1,000 for terrace and AED 1,500 for outdoor seating.
Located at Boulevard Plaza. For more information, call 058 139 1113 or visit their website.
Frnds
End the year on a high note at this Japanese-French restaurant, which not only offers a dedicate viewing area for the Burj Khalifa fireworks but also an exciting line-up entertainment. Expect DJs, singers, sax players and even an illusionist. And if that’s not enough for you, get ready for the after-party. There’s a minimum spend of AED 1,595 per person.
Located at Address Dubai Mall. For more information, call 04 564 2399 or visit their website.
Armani/Ristorante
Treat yourself to the ultimate feast at Armani’s award-winning Italian restaurant in Downtown Dubai this New Year’s Eve. A two-toque Gault & Millau UAE 2025 guide recipient, Armani/Ristorante’s seven-course set menu offers everything you can imagine – pasta, risotto, roasted sea bass, Wagyu beef for the second course, and pink pepper meringue with strawberries for a grand finish. Available until 10.30pm, this meal is priced at AED 1,585 per person.
Located at Armani Hotel Dubai. For more information, call 04 888 3666 or visit their website.
MiMi Mei Fair
The MiMi way to ring in the new year means a four-course menu, a DJ’s cool beats, and even a terrace experience that boasts Burj Khalifa views. There are vegetarian and non-vegetarian set menus, which include assorted starters, their signature half-steamed lobster (and Peking crispy bean curd for those who do not eat meat), alongside mouth-watering mains and desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, as well as dark chocolate and praline ice cream. Indoor seating is priced at AED 898 for food only, AED 1,488 with alcoholic beverages, and AED 2,026 for the garden terrace.
Located at Address Residences, Opera District. For more information, call 04 570 0825 or visit their website.
Apricot
At the community’s much-loved European cafe, New Year’s Eve celebrations include a sparkling non-alcoholic Bellini on arrival, shared starters at the table, and a choice of main course with options such as beef short ribs, grilled sea bass or spinach and four-cheese ravioli. To bring added sweetness to the occasion, there’s a rich chocolate ganache cake for dessert. Guests can then step out onto the Boulevard to enjoy the fireworks at midnight. Seating on the back terrace is priced at AED 1,000 per person and AED 1,200 for the front terrace.
Located at Souk Al Manzil. For more information or to book a table, call 04 433 9792 or visit their website.
Jamavar
Expect a feast fit for royalty at Indian restaurant Jamavar, with an extremely indulgent tasting menu that includes dishes such as crab podithol, Konkan scallops, lobster Malabar, and other creations that showcase Indian culinary heritage. The finale is just as decadent, featuring desserts like Valrhona chilli chikki fondant and winter berries ras malai. Vegetarians have a separate menu, which includes wild mushroom galouti, truffle paneer tikka, and Kohlapuri kofta. Both menus are priced at AED 995 per person, with the option to include beverages for an additional AED 600.
Located at Address Residences, Opera District. For more information, call 04 553 7852 or visit their website.
Armani/Deli
Armani Hotel’s authentic Italian deli is hosting a dinner buffet with a side of live entertainment (a singer and a guitarist) this New Year’s Eve. In addition to fritto misto, bruschetta, which will be served at the table, the buffet includes a selection of seafood, pizzas, a pasta and risotto station, a dedicated section for pork, plus a dessert display with all the classics – tiramisu, panna cotta, Amalfi lemon meringue tart, cannoli Siciliani, and many other treats. Available from 5pm to 10.30pm, the buffet is priced at AED 1,400 per person including soft beverages and AED 1,950 per person including premium beverages.
Located at Armani Hotel Dubai. For more information, call 04 888 3666 or visit their website.
Tang Dubai
Set against the backdrop of Burj Khalifa, Tang’s celebrations include Asian-inspired cuisine, high-energy performances (we’re talking dancers, a percussionist, a saxophonist and a DJ), a view of the fireworks, and an after-midnight party. There are two set menus to choose from (regular and premium) – both include a welcome drink; hot and cold starters such as tuna tataki, chicken yakitori and a selection of sushi; some of Tang’s signature dishes for the mains; and a dessert platter to finish. Vegetarians have a menu too. Prices for the four-course meal and selected beverage package start from AED 2,500 per person.
Located in Palace Downtown. For more information, call 055 663 3071 or visit their website.
Sky Views Observatory
For a celebration high above the city, head to Sky Views Observatory. Take in panoramic views while savouring gourmet starters, followed by a plated main course and dessert. Guests get to take home a souvenir too. Those feeling a wee bit adventurous can opt for the Edge Walk experience during the fireworks. Prices range from AED 3,000 per person for the non-alcoholic package to AED 4,500 for the Edge Walk package.
Located at Address Sky View. For more information, call 800 288 43867 or visit their website.
Salvaje
At this Japanese fusion restaurant, New Year’s Eve celebrations take place in a chic setting – think shimmering metallics, glowing candles, and the bonus: Burj Khalifa views. The à la carte menu features Japanese–Latin dishes and, for entertainment, there are dancers, musicians and a DJ. Prices start from AED 2,000 per person at the bar and AED 12,000 for terrace seats that provide unparalled views of the fireworks.
Located at Dubai Opera District. For more information, call 04 570 3653 or visit their website.
Ewaan
Palace Downtown’s Middle Eastern restaurant will host a buffet on New Year’s Eve. In addition to gourmet bites and delicious desserts, guests can enjoy views of Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountains and the property’s lush gardens from the outdoor terrace. Prices are AED 1,225 for children aged 6 to 11 years, AED 2,450 for the soft beverages package and AED 2,750 with house beverages and bubbly. Outdoor seating is priced at AED 1,775 for children aged 6 to 11 years and AED 3,550 for adults (includes house beverages and bubbly).
Located at Palace Downtown. For more information, call 04 428 7961 or visit their website.
Jun’s
Multi award-winning chef Kelvin Cheung has curated a four-course menu for New Year’s Eve. Start with oysters before savouring sharing-style appetisers such as rainbow heirloom carrots, coconut sea bream, wagyu beef potstickers and koji sambal prawns. Guests can opt for a main dish of their choice, with options including lobster xo spaghettini, toothfish with apple fennel or wagyu MB7 ribeye with mango sambhar. Round off the meal with a dessert platter which includes a fluffy matcha mousse, boba crème brûlée, decadent chocolate cake and more. Bar seating with food is priced at AED 700 per person, outdoor terrace seating with beverages is priced at AED 1,000 per person, and the full dining experience indoors is priced at AED 2,000 per person.
Located on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. For more information, call 04 457 6035 or visit their website.
Alto
At Address Sky View’s rooftop pool and lounge, Alto 54, New Year’s Eve means celebrating against a backdrop of the city’s glittering skyline. The venue is hosting a gala dinner on the night of the 31st, and perched on the 54th floor of the hotel, you can expect mesmerising views of the fireworks, a sumptuous meal, premium beverages, all served alongside world-class entertainment. The experience is priced at AED 4,095 per person with premium beverages.
Located at Address Sky View. For more information, call 04 873 8888 or visit their website.
Nazcaa
Dancing and dining best sum up Japanese–Peruvian hotspot Nazcaa’s New Year’s Eve celebrations. Along with uninterrupted views of the Burj Khalifa fireworks, guests can indulge in a four-course meal served with free-flowing wines, premium spirits, cocktails and beers until midnight. For entertainment, there are DJs, a percussionist and a violinist. Indoor and outdoor seating is priced from AED 4,000 per person, with prices increasing depending on the seat chosen.
Located at Address Dubai Mall. For more information, call 04 542 4200 or visit their website.
Caju
For those looking to ring in the new year in a setting free of alcohol, Boulevard cafe Caju is the place to be. The family-friendly spot will be serving a four-course sharing set menu, which includes dishes such as tuna tartare, quinoa croquettes, sea bass fillet, grilled lamb chops, and mango and coconut panna cotta. Complimentary beverages will be served until midnight. Indoor seating is priced at AED 1,300 per person, outdoor at AED 1,800 per person, and the terrace lounge, which requires a minimum booking of four people, is priced at AED 2,000 per person.
Located at Yasoon 7, Al Manzil District. For more information, call 04 575 2710 or visit their Instagram page.
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