DiningDubai’s best brunches

There’s no better way to bring in the weekend than with a slow-moving spot of socialising accompanied by exceptional food and drink. Dubai is a city where brunch is an important part of the week; from traditional British comfort food to Riviera reinventions of the Med, these are some of the best Jumeirah brunches in Dubai.

Weekend Brunch at Kayto, Jumeirah Al Naseem

Brunch hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 12.30 to 3.30pm

There’s no place prettier to kickstart the weekend than this cool and classic rooftop restaurant at Jumeirah Al Naseem. Brunch here is an experience of exciting and innovative gastronomy; the Peruvian and Japanese fusion from Kayto’s Head Chef, Cristian Goya, has packed the à la carte brunch menu with plenty of unexpected treats. Take your pick from a selection of starters that include little wagyu beef tacos and rock shrimp tempura. For your main dish, sample signatures like the slow-cooked lamb shoulder or saikyo miso black cod, before finishing with a decadent dessert like the chocolate miso tart.

‘Bleu, Blanc, Rouge’ Brunch at French Riviera, Jumeirah Al Qasr

Brunch hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 1.30 to 3.30pm

Elevate your weekend brunch with a trip to the Med at French Riviera. Jumeirah Al Qasr’s new luxury beachside pop-up is a glamorous culinary celebration of all things French. Soak up the classic Riviera vibes and explore the mix of traditional and modern flavours that have been expertly crafted by Chef Kim Joinié-Maurin. Seafood plays a starring role in the mains; the bouillabaisse and sole meunière are just a couple of the standout dishes. Save plenty of room for a wonderfully sweet-toothed finale, where delicious reinventions of classic dishes include a French toast crème brûlée and brown butter ice cream millefeuille.

Weekend Brunch at Summersalt, Jumeirah Al Naseem

Brunch hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 12.30 to 3.30pm

Wind down the week with a lazy beach-and-pool day, starting with brunch at Jumeirah Al Naseem’s beautiful beachside eatery. Partner the ocean views with a taste of the experimental three-course set menu and tuck into lovely little tacos or truffle pizzetta before moving on to the seasonal mains. The weekend brunch at Summersalt comes with pool and beach access, too, but don’t skip out before dessert – indulgent dishes like the warm chocolate mousse are a wonderful way to welcome the weekend.

Brunch at Dhow & Anchor, Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Brunch hours: Fridays and Saturdays from 12.30 to 3.30pm

It goes without saying that Brits know how to brunch, and this modern high-end take on a traditional gastropub is the perfect place to indulge in some classic British food. Book a tranquil terrace table for a beautiful backdrop of the Burj Al Arab and make room for some crowd-pleasers. This weekend brunch includes five starters, three mains, and two desserts, all to share with your group. Sample retro dishes like prawn cocktail followed by a delicious roast of the day with all the trimmings, and finish with a traditional apple crumble.

Try out this Dubai tradition and welcome in the weekend with brunch at one of our Dubai hotels.