In the heart of Dubai‘s financial district, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) offers a plethora of impressive dining options that are perfect for business lunches. Whether you’re seeking a quick bite between meetings or a more leisurely meal to discuss important deals, DIFC’s restaurants serve up an array of tempting business lunch deals. Here are 18 top picks that combine exquisite cuisine with an inviting atmosphere.
Amazonico
Step into a tropical jungle at Amazonico, where the stunning interiors are matched by a bold Latin American menu. Available Monday to Friday, the business lunch for Dhs155 per person includes gazpacho, a choice of two starters from twelve options, and a main from a selection of eight. Sweet lovers can indulge in dessert for an additional Dhs40, with highlights like piña rostizada.
Avli by Tashas
At Avli by Tashas, this elevated Greek taverna immerses you in a sophisticated yet inviting space. Their business lunch, served Monday to Friday for Dhs139, features delightful mezedes such as prawn salad and spanakorizo arancini, followed by a choice of mains like kritharaki orzo and moussaka.
Bull and Bear
This sophisticated steakhouse in the Waldorf Astoria, Bull and Bear, boasts stunning views of Burj Khalifa. Enjoy a business lunch with an expansive menu featuring hot and cold starters and mains, including premium steak options. Prices are Dhs125 for two courses and Dhs155 for three courses from Sunday to Thursday, from 1pm to 4pm.
Café Belge
Located in The Ritz-Carlton, Café Belge offers a charming Art Deco atmosphere. Their Monday to Friday lunch set menu includes seasonal dishes like pumpkin soup and steak frites, starting from Dhs135 for two courses or Dhs155 for three courses, served between 12pm and 3pm.
Chic Nonna
Stylish and inviting, Chic Nonna features a delectable Italian menu. The business lunch, running from Monday to Friday for Dhs130 (two courses) or Dhs140 (three courses), includes hearty starters and fresh pastas as mains, allowing diners to end with a choice of classic desserts.
Clap
Offering stunning views from its terrace, Clap serves a modern Japanese business lunch crafted by Chef Reif Othman. Priced at Dhs140, the menu features miso soup, two starters, and one main, with options including mushroom gyoza and grilled seabass, available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5pm.
Gloria Osteria
Big Mamma Group’s Gloria Osteria offers a vibrant Italian experience, with a business lunch featuring dishes such as Piccola Caprese or spaghetti cacio e quattro pepi. This unfussy menu is priced at Dhs115 for two courses or Dhs150 for three, available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2.30pm.
The Guild
Gorgeously grand, The Guild offers a business lunch menu featuring two courses for Dhs119. Guests can enjoy their meal in an impressive setting while choosing from 20 rotating dishes. The lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm, with an additional dessert option for Dhs45.
Il Gattopardo
Located on the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield, Il Gattopardo serves a refined three-course business lunch priced at Dhs155. Enjoy dishes like grilled octopus and eggplant parmigiana in an elegant setting, available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5.30pm.
Josette
Josette offers a chic environment with a business lunch that includes a starter and a main for Dhs135, or two starters, a main, and a dessert for Dhs185. With options like rigatoni and seabream, this lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
La Niña
With beautiful decor, La Niña features a sophisticated business lunch menu from 12pm to 2.30pm. Enjoy Dhs115 for one starter and main, or Dhs180 for three courses with dessert, including tasty options like gambas al ajillo and Wagyu beef meatballs.
La Petite Maison
A Dubai staple, La Petite Maison serves French-Mediterranean cuisine with a business lunch set menu from 12pm to 3pm, priced at Dhs135 for a starter and main or Dhs185 with dessert, featuring dishes such as rigatoni and salt-baked sea bream.
Mina Brasserie
Famed for its New York-inspired aesthetics, Mina Brasserie at the Four Seasons offers a popular business lunch allowing diners to choose from the à la carte menu, starting from Dhs160 for two courses or Dhs190 for three, available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Rowley’s
For a more casual option, Rowley’s serves a simple weekday business lunch comprising flank steak, salad, and unlimited fries for an unbeatable Dhs80, available Monday to Friday from 11.30am to 7.30pm.
Sexy Fish
Experience the vibrant atmosphere at Sexy Fish, where you can enjoy their Kanso lunch deal featuring a detox shot and edamame hummus to start, priced at Dhs158 for two starters and one main. This menu is available from Monday to Wednesday, 12pm to 4pm, and Thursday to Friday, 12pm to 5.30pm.
Shanghai Me
Step back into the glamour of 1930s Shanghai at Shanghai Me, which offers a business lunch of hot and sour soup, a starter, and a main for Dhs130, or Dhs170 with dessert. Available from 12pm to 6pm, this sophisticated dining experience is perfect for the midday break.
Siena
A newly opened gem, Siena celebrates Tuscan flavours in an elegant setting. Their business lunch features a range of courses with prices starting at Dhs145 for two courses and Dhs170 for three, served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Zuma
Renowned for its lively atmosphere, Zuma offers a business lunch that often requires two seatings. The Ebisu menu is available Monday to Friday for Dhs159 and includes miso soup, two starters, and an exquisite à la carte main.
With such an array of options, DIFC is undoubtedly the go-to destination for business lunches in Dubai, ensuring that you can impress clients or unwind with colleagues over exceptional cuisine.