UNDER AED50

 

Tangerine

 

Tangerine boasts some of the city’s most authentic Thai and Far Eastern recipes. From fresh prawns crisped to perfection to tangy pineapple fried rice, this Bay Avenue resident is a delight for diners—and offers a bang for a buck during the day.

 

Package: Set menu with a drink (small water, soft drink or flavoured iced tea)

Cost: AED49 pp

When: Daily, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 55 302 4230

Location: Executive Towers, Bay Avenue, Business Bay

 

Farsi Restaurant

 

Succulent kebabs coated with butter, pomegranate-sprinkled rice and aromatic grills bring the traditional flavours of Persia to Business Bay. Sample Farsi’s famous flavours over a leisurely lunch break with a hearty two-course set menu.

 

Package: Fresh herbs, soup of the day, selected main course and a soft drink

Cost: AED49 pp

When: Daily, 12 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 453 9998

Location: Executive Towers, Bay Avenue, Business Bay

 

Papa Johns

 

World-famous pizzeria Papa Johns is offering up a hearty meal with pizza, pasta or salad options. If you’re grabbing a fresh slice, don’t forget to pair it with their signature garlic dipping sauce!

 

Package: Pizza Meal: 8-inch pizza, wedges, 2 pieces of Poppers and a Coca Cola / Pasta Meal: Pasta, wedges, 2 pieces of Poppers and a Coca Cola / Papadia Meal: Papadia, wedges, 2 pieces of Poppers and a Coca Cola / Salad Meal: Salad, wedges, 2 pieces of Poppers and a Coca Cola

Cost: AED40 per package

When: Daily

 

Contact: 600 520 001

Location: Bay Avenue, Business Bay

 

Pret A Manger

 

If you're out for a light lunch or on a snack run, world-famous British sandwich and coffee shop Pret A Manger has you covered with four combos under AED50, plus one for AED55.

 

Package: Pastry Combo (AED25): Choice of 1 pastry and regular-sized coffee / Donut Combo (AED25): Choice of 1 doughnut and regular-sized coffee / Soup Combo (AED 40): Choice of any 1 soup and rye roll / Sandwich Combo (AED45): Choice of any 1 sandwich, a regular-sized coffee and a bag of crisps / Salad Combo (AED55): Choice of 1 salad, a regular-sized coffee and a pack of crisps

When: Daily

 

Contact: +971 50 269 9103

Location: Bay Avenue, Business Bay

 

UNDER AED100

 

Madness

 

Madness is a homegrown pop culture-inspired dining experience that packs a punch in its delicious menu and quirky ambience, where servers don villain masks.

 

Package: Appetizer, main course, dessert and one drink

Cost: AED90 pp

When: Daily, 12 – 5 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 422 4500

Location: Bluewaters

 

Ikra Caviar

 

An elegant and intimate spot with seating for just 30 diners, Ikra Caviar is a lowkey hotspot that offers a curated menu of elevated Russian dishes and a varied spread of caviar.

 

Package: Set menu

Cost: AED90 pp

When: Weekdays, 12 – 3 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 54 998 9368

Location: Bluewaters

 

Pastamamma

 

Pastamamma’s artisanal pizza and home-style pasta are a top draw for Dubai’s families. Their popular lunchtime plates offer a hearty feast.

 

Package: Set menu

Cost: AED99 pp

When: Weekdays, 12 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 547 5361

Location: Bluewaters

 

HIGH-END DINING DEALS UNDER AED200

 

Miya

 

Miya brings prime Mediterranean vibes and food to Bluewaters. Tuck into authentic Greek delicacies while basking in the restaurant and island’s calm vibes for a lunch break that looks and feels like a mini-holiday.

 

Package: Starters, mains and desserts. Add a glass of grapes for AED35 each.

Cost: AED110 pp

When: Weekdays, 1 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 564 0008

Location: Bluewaters

 

Virgin Izakaya

 

Experience premium Japanese dining at Virgin Izakaya over a Kaiseki-style lunch, where the courses keep coming. It’s a full feast with flavourful soup options, fresh salads, hot starters—including octopus roti—and filling mains like Beef Udon, Eggplant Miso, seafood fried rice, and more.

 

Package: Set menu with soups, salads, starters and mains.

Cost: AED130 pp

When: Weekdays, 1 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 589 8689

Location: Bluewaters

 

Clay

 

Clay is famous for its Nikkei cuisine, a blend of Peruvian and Japanese culinary traditions that packs a punch. Sample the waterfront restaurant's top draws at lunch, from flavourful ceviche to fresh maki.

 

Package: 3-course set menu, including starters, a main and dessert

Cost: AED139 pp

When: Weekdays, 12 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 422 5600

Location: Bluewaters

 

Shishka

 

Russian and Middle Eastern flavours converge at Souk Madinat Jumeirah’s Shishka. The restaurant experiments with unique recipes, ingredients and traditions to deliver food that looks as good as it tastes.

 

Package: 4-course set menu, including chicken soup, starters, a main course and dessert

Cost: AED155 pp

When: Weekdays, 1 – 4 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 577 6668

Location: Souk Madinat Jumeirah

 

SHI

 

Revel in prime water views over a luxe lunch at Shi, tucking into the delectable recipes developed under the guidance of the masterful Chef Li Yuan Hui, formerly of Hakkasan Mumbai and Qatar.

 

Package: Set menu

Cost: AED159 pp

When: Weekdays, 1 – 3 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 55 302 4230

Location: Bluewaters

 

AED200 OR MORE

 

SushiYaki

 

Indulge in premium and cutting-edge Japanese cuisine at SushiYaki. The restaurant’s meticulous approach to food, flavours and ingredients represents a commitment to one’s ikigai—a Japanese concept that translates into “a reason to live”.

 

Package: Lunch platters with skewers

Cost: AED240 and AED250 pp

When: Weekdays, 12 – 5 p.m.

 

Contact: +971 4 451 9170

Location: Souk Madinat Jumeirah