As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslims all around the world gear up to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, a day of joy and gratitude. One of the most enjoyable traditions associated with Eid is the special brunch that families prepare and share with their loved ones. These brunches feature a range of delicious dishes that are typically served after the morning prayers on Eid.

From traditional sweet treats to savoury delicacies, Eid-special brunches offer a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the festive spirit and create cherished memories with friends and family. If you’re looking for a sweet and sprightly celebration of Eid al Fitr this year, please keep reading with Wego to find out the best places to go brunch partying in the UAE.

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Eid Brunch in the UAE

Brunch is a popular activity in the UAE, and many hotels and restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer special brunch menus on weekends and on special occasions, such as Eid al-Fitr. These menus often feature a mix of traditional breakfast items like eggs, toast, and pastries, as well as more lunch-like items, such as sandwiches, salads, and grilled meats. Some brunches also feature live music and offer a selection of drinks, such as champagne, cocktails, and mocktails.

If you’re looking for the best places to indulge in an Eid-special brunch in the UAE, here are some recommendations.

*These hotels and restaurants featured special brunch menus, in 2024. As of now, there has been no announcement regarding whether they will offer a special brunch menu for Eid this year in 2025.

Dubai

Arabian Tea House

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This charming cafe offered traditional Emirati dishes with a modern twist, including balaleet (sweet vermicelli with eggs), chebab (Emirati pancakes), foul medames (fava beans with spices), signature karak tea, and spiced milk tea. Customers could enjoy their meals in the cozy indoor seating or the chic outdoor courtyard, surrounded by colorful cushions and lanterns. This year, customers also had the option to order a special Eid combination food pack to be delivered to their homes. Furthermore, last year, from April 24 to 26, parents had the opportunity to take their kids to the cafe and sign them up for a tandoor and chebab dish workshop, with a brunch included in the workshop price at the end of the event.

There has been no recent announcement regarding whether the cafe will host an Eid brunch this year in 2025.

The experience was priced at AED 100. For inquiries, please call +971 4 239 9319.

Oliva by El Greco

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Oliva by El Greco Restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott presented an exclusive Eid al-Fitr brunch spread for three days this year, from 1 pm to 4 pm. The spread featured a variety of dishes from Arab, continental, and Indian cuisines, such as chicken tom yum, lamb ouzi, prawn biryani, spinach mushroom lasagna, and more. In addition, the brunch included soup, salad, bread, dessert stations, and special Eid drinks and juices.

There has been no recent announcement regarding whether the restaurant will host an Eid brunch next year in 2025.

The brunch was priced at AED 179. For inquiries, please call +971 4 590 0125.

Mango Tree Thai Bistro

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Mango Tree Thai Bistro at Hilton Dubai Jumeirah offered a unique and creative style of Thai dining in Dubai, adding a new twist to classic cuisine. On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr in 2024, it offered a ‘buy one, get one free’ Saturday brunch. The buffet featured soups, spicy salads, and live cooking stations inspired by Bangkok’s vibrant street food scene. Guests enjoyed an array of seafood dishes, signature curries, Thai BBQ grills, famous noodles, and rice in the heart of JBR.

As of now, there hasn’t been any recent announcement about the cafe’s plans to host an Eid brunch in 2025.

Prices started at AED 149 for soft beverages, AED 249 for house beverages, and AED 299 for premium beverages. For inquiries, please call +971 4 374 7555.

VERO

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VERO at Hilton Dubai Jumeirah embraced Italy’s ‘Al Crudo’ style and brought authentic flavors of the Amalfi Coast to the plates of diners in the UAE. On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr for the year 2024, the restaurant served a ‘buy one, get one free’ Saturday brunch. The seafood spread included fresh fish, classic dishes, and thirst-quenching drinks in true Italian fashion. Guests enjoyed live entertainment playing in the background while a vintage Vespa sat, ready to transport them to the heart of the Amalfi Coast.

Currently, there have been no recent announcements regarding the restaurant’s intention to organize an Eid brunch in 2025.

Prices started at AED 299 for soft beverages, AED 399 for house beverages, and AED 425 for premium beverages. For inquiries, please call +971 4 318 2319.

Abu Dhabi

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi offered authentic dining experiences from around the world in an immaculately designed ambiance with splendid views of the Arabian Gulf. On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, guests were able to elevate their celebrations with loved ones at the Vendome restaurant with the hotel’s Enchanted Brunch. A team of masterful chefs curated diverse culinary options such as Beef Wellington, seared Asian beef fillet, zesty lime shrimp, grilled sea-bass fillet, and classic ratatouille.

As of now, there have been no recent announcements regarding the hotel’s plans to host an Eid brunch in 2025.

The brunch was priced at AED 700. For inquiries, please call +971 2 690 7999.

Le Méridien

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This year, guests at Le Meridien and their families had the opportunity to continue the Eid celebration with a Saturday brunch at Le Marché. In addition to freshly made, mouthwatering Italian dishes like focaccia, crispy fried mista, mozzarella sticks, pasta, pizza, and various other flavorful Asian dishes, the guests also enjoyed an array of Asian dishes that were made to suit their preference.

As of now, there have been no recent announcements regarding the hotel’s plans to host an Eid brunch in 2025.

Prices started at AED 129 for food only, AED 149 for soft drinks, and AED 179 for hops and grapes. For inquiries, please call +971 2 644 6666.

Cafe Milano

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This year, guests celebrated Eid Al Fitr in Abu Dhabi with the perfect way to indulge at Café Milano’s Brunch Italiano. They took in the stunning views of the Arabian Gulf and the city skyline, experiencing the impeccable service and quality Four Seasons Abu Dhabi is known for. They devoured a feast of authentic Italian dishes prepared by chef Delfino Chiarello, including cold-cut platters, crispy arancini, mushroom ravioli with Taleggio cheese and chestnut, black cod with olives and capers, and more.

As of now, there have been no recent announcements regarding the cafe’s plans to host an Eid brunch in 2025.

Price started at AED 295 including soft drinks and AED 95 for kids. For inquiries, call +971 2 333 2222.

 

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