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Business Lunch & Set Lunch in Dubai – the Ultimate Midday Guide

By GST 3 min read

From Michelin-starred Japanese feasts to wallet-friendly weekday deals, Dubai’s business lunch scene is bursting with flavour, value and variety. Whether you’re impressing clients, escaping the office or just craving a great meal, these hand-picked lunch spots deliver quality without breaking the bank.

99 SUSHI – OMAKASE LUNCH

Where:

  • The Galleria, Four Seasons Hotel, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi

  • Address Downtown Hotel, Dubai

When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 2:15pm

Turn your lunch break into a luxury dining experience at Michelin-starred 99 Sushi. Their weekday Omakase Menu is a 10-course culinary journey curated by Culinary Director Chef Thinus van der Westhuizen. Expect premium Japanese flavours, beautifully plated dishes, and a refined atmosphere.

Your meal ends on a sweet note with mochi, plus tea and coffee are included – making this an indulgent lunch worth repeating.

Price: AED 199 per person (10 courses)
Bookings:

PAPAFUKU – PAN-ASIAN POWER LUNCH

Where: Media One Tower, Dubai Media City
When: Monday – Friday | 11am – 4pm

If bold flavours are your thing, Papafuku’s lunch deal is a must. Choose from a mouth-watering Pan-Asian menu featuring Pad Krao Pao, Nasi Goreng, Singapore Noodles and hearty ramen bowls. It’s fast, flavourful and perfect for curing the midday slump.

Price: AED 50 per dish
Bookings: +971 4 328 1561 | hello@papafuku.com

Website: https://www.papafuku.com/

Social Media: @papafukudxb

UPTOWN SOCIAL – CHIC BUSINESS LUNCH

Where: Uptown Tower, JLT
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 3pm

This stylish café serves a rotating two-course business lunch ideal for quick meetings or solo breaks. Expect creative starters like Thai salad and chicory with grilled pear, followed by satisfying mains such as shrimp linguine and Korean chicken.

Price: AED 60 (two courses)
Bookings: WhatsApp +971 50 272 5729 | hello@uptownsocialdubai.com
Website: https://www.uptownsocialdubai.com/

LARTE – ITALIAN ESCAPE AT STUDIO ONE

Where: Studio One Hotel, Dubai Studio City
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 3pm

Say ciao to boring lunches. Larte offers a two-course Italian feast featuring antipasti favourites and comforting mains like risotto, pizza and chicken milanese. A true taste of Italy in the heart of Dubai.

Price: AED 79
Bookings: +971 4 581 6870 | ciao@studioonehotel.com
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/larteristorante/larte-business-lunch-for-69aed-5078263716003840

BLA BLA DUBAI – THREE-COURSE FEAST

Where: JBR
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 4pm

Enjoy a laid-back lunch with sea views at Bla Bla. Their three-course set menu includes a starter, main and water. Choose from options like truffle ravioli, fresh tomato pasta or the famous Bla Bla burger.

Price: AED 99
Bookings: 04 584 4111 | reserve@blabladubai.ae

QWERTY – NEIGHBOURHOOD GASTRO BAR

Where: Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 3pm

QWERTY’s weekly rotating menu keeps things fresh. Enjoy two courses with tea or coffee, and add dessert for just AED 10. Perfect for business meetings or solo downtime.

Price: AED 90
Bookings: +971 52 144 7438 | qwerty@mediaonehotel.com

CIAO BELLA – SALAD BAR EXPERIENCE

Where: Media One Hotel
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 3:30pm

Create your perfect salad from fresh seasonal ingredients at Ciao Bella. Dine in or grab it to-go for a healthy lunch fix.

Price: AED 55
Bookings: +971 52 144 7349 | ciaobella@mediaonehotel.com

CLAW BBQ – ALL-AMERICAN LUNCH

Where: Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah
When: Daily | From 12pm

Dive into classic American comfort food with burgers, fried chicken, brisket and loaded tacos. Don’t miss their crowd-favourite deal – two tacos for just AED 69.

Bookings: +971 4 230 0054 | restaurant.palm@hilton.com
Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dxbpjhi-hilton-dubai-palm-jumeirah/dining/claw-bbq/

COCO LOUNGE – BENTO BOX DEAL

Where: Media One Hotel
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 4pm

Enjoy a Japanese-Miami fusion bento box by the pool for a relaxed midday escape.

Price: AED 69
Bookings: +971 52 144 7437 | coco@mediaonehotel.com
Social: @cocoloungedxb

GARDEN ON 8 – DRINKS-INCLUDED LUNCH

Where: Media One Hotel
When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 5pm

Pick a hero dish and enjoy it with your choice of house drink or soft beverage. From butter chicken curry to bacon burgers, this deal is all about good food and chilled vibes.

Price:

  • AED 95 with alcoholic drink

  • AED 75 with soft drink

Bookings: +971 52 144 7438 | gardenon8@mediaonehotel.com

Dubai’s business lunch scene proves you don’t need to wait for dinner to eat well. Whether you’re craving sushi, Italian comfort food or a quick noodle fix, these weekday deals offer something for every appetite and budget.

Reported by Stuart

Business and property: Dubai companies, deals and the property market

Stuart covers business and property for Dubai Week. He reports on Dubai and Gulf companies, their deals and results, and on the property market: sales figures, major transactions, new projects and the rules that affect buyers and investors. He also writes about technology firms expanding into the UAE, and about retail, hospitality and aviation where they bear on Dubai's economy. His reports centre on the figures, who is behind a deal and what it means for the market. Recent stories include the AED124m office sale at Vision Tower, Dubai South's May property sales and the 37% fall in UAE mergers and acquisitions.

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