How to Eat at Dubai’s Most Expensive Restaurants for Less

Fine dining in Dubai often comes with sky-high expectations — and equally sky-high bills. But here’s the good news: some of the city’s most luxurious restaurants are quietly offering set menus, lunch deals and early dining offers that make high-end dining far more accessible.

From Michelin-starred kitchens to iconic skyline venues, it’s entirely possible to enjoy multi-course meals at Dubai’s most exclusive addresses without draining your wallet. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or simply looking to experience Dubai’s luxury dining scene for less, these deals prove that premium doesn’t always have to mean pricey.

Here’s how to eat at some of Dubai’s most expensive restaurants — for less.

Burj Al Arab Dining for Less

Al Muntaha

Perched on the 27th floor of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Al Muntaha delivers sweeping views and refined Italian cuisine by Chef Saverio Sbaragli. While dinner here is famously extravagant, lunch tells a different story.

Guests can enjoy a refined four-course lunch featuring elegant plates such as heirloom tomato caprese, handmade ravioli, corn-fed chicken and a signature dessert — all at a fraction of the usual evening cost.

Price: AED 440 (four courses)
When: Daily, 12.30pm–2.30pm
Where: Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim

Luxury Skyline Lunches in DIFC

Bar des Prés

High above DIFC on the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield Place, Bar des Prés brings together French finesse and East Asian flavours. The Sunday lunch experience is designed for sharing, combining raw plates, hot dishes and indulgent desserts, all paired with skyline views and a laid-back DJ-led atmosphere.

Price: AED 420
When: Sundays, noon–3pm
Where: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

Il Gattopardo

For a relaxed yet indulgent Italian lunch, Il Gattopardo’s Il Pranzo channels classic Italian weekend dining. Unlimited antipasti, comforting pasta dishes, hearty mains and classic desserts come together in a setting overlooking Burj Khalifa.

Price: AED 198 per person
When: Saturdays, noon–3pm
Where: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

Japanese Fine Dining Without the Hefty Bill

Nobu Dubai

One of Dubai’s most famous celebrity-frequented restaurants, Nobu Dubai at Atlantis The Palm offers a surprisingly affordable express lunch. Diners can choose two starters and a main from Nobu’s signature menu, making it one of the city’s best-value luxury lunches.

Price: AED 165 per person
When: Fri–Sun, 12.30pm–3.30pm
Where: Atlantis The Palm

ROKA Dubai

ROKA’s Taste of ROKA menu is an early evening favourite, allowing diners to sample the restaurant’s signature robatayaki dishes across four courses — perfect for those who enjoy refined Japanese flavours without a late-night booking.

Price: AED 195 (four courses)
When: Sun–Thu, 6pm–8pm
Where: The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay

Gohan

Hidden inside Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Gohan’s Tuesday sushi night offers unlimited nigiri and maki alongside small plates and drinks. It’s one of Dubai’s best-value Japanese dining experiences in a stylish, speakeasy-style setting.

Price: AED 290 (includes two drinks)
When: Tuesdays, 7pm–midnight
Where: Jumeirah Emirates Towers

Michelin-Star Experiences for Less

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

Dining at Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is often considered a bucket-list experience — and on Sundays, it becomes far more accessible. The Sunday roast menu delivers a three-course meal inspired by historic British recipes, including the famous Meat Fruit and signature desserts.

Price: AED 395 (three courses)
When: Sundays, noon–3pm
Where: Atlantis The Royal

La Dame de Pic Dubai

Located at One Za’abeel, La Dame de Pic by Anne-Sophie Pic offers the Sonate lunch menu, showcasing refined French cuisine with Mediterranean influences. It’s an elegant way to experience one of the world’s most celebrated chefs at lunchtime prices.

Price: AED 390
When: Tue–Sun
Where: One&Only One Za’abeel

Steak, Seafood and Mediterranean Classics

Prime68

Prime68’s early bird dinner is a rare opportunity to enjoy premium steaks, panoramic views and a three-course meal for a reduced price — provided you arrive early.

Price: From AED 245
When: Daily early evening
Where: JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

Pierchic

Set over the Arabian Gulf, Pierchic’s Chic Lunch menu delivers Italian classics in one of Dubai’s most romantic settings, with flexible two- or three-course options.

Price: From AED 135
When: Mon–Fri, 1pm–2.30pm
Where: Madinat Jumeirah

Weekend Lunches Worth Booking

SUSHISAMBA

Bringing together Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian flavours, SUSHISAMBA’s Vivo Lunch offers an upscale yet approachable way to dine at one of Dubai’s most iconic rooftop venues.

Price: From AED 169
When: Weekdays and weekends
Where: Palm Tower, Palm Jumeirah

Sucre

DIFC favourite Sucre offers a sleek three-course Sunday lunch that balances flavour, presentation and value — ideal for a relaxed yet stylish end to the weekend.

Price: AED 150
When: Sundays, noon–3pm
Where: DIFC

Luxury Dining, Smarter Spending

Dubai’s dining scene may be known for extravagance, but savvy diners know that timing is everything. Lunch menus, early dinners and set-course deals open the doors to world-class restaurants that might otherwise feel out of reach.

Whether it’s dining at Burj Al Arab, sampling Michelin-star cuisine, or enjoying skyline views with your meal, these offers prove that luxury dining in Dubai doesn’t always come with a luxury-sized bill.

If you’re willing to plan ahead, arrive early — or dine at lunch — Dubai’s most exclusive tables are far more accessible than you might think.