Once in awhile, it’s nice to head out on a Friday evening with friends for a bite, and a few drinks, isn’t it? Book the nanny, or hey – make it a girlie night and daddy can stay home with the kids 🙂 The best bit? No school runs the next morning! There are also some Friday evening brunches which starts early – and you can also do it with the family. No need to stress about cooking. It is after all – the beginning of the weekend!

Here’s a little list of friday evening brunches in the Dubai Marina end of town – to include JBR and Palm Jumeirah. Pop back as we add to it!

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Siddharta Evening Brunch @ Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar

A perfect one for a date night, or otherwise evening out with friends – Evening Brunch at Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar. Sit outdoors over the winter time by the beautiful pool area overlooking the marina, or otherwise on the other side facing the Dubai Harbour and Palm Jumeirah. Indulge in a 3-course sharing menu – to include tuna tartar, creamy burrata and soy glazed salmon. Tip : Go for a walk after food, as you are already in the heart of the Dubai Marina.

Friday 8pm-11pm Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar, Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel. 350 AED Beer & Wine, 450 AED Premium, 650 AED Champagne. +971 4 317 6000 Email here. Read our review of Siddharta Evening Brunch. More details on siddhartalounge.com 21+ only

Brunchissimo at Farina

Here’s a fabulous, classy brunch to take the family to in the Address Beach Resort – Brunchissimo at Farina. Start off with a buffet spread and a live pizza and pasta station, while the team brings mains to the table like chicken milanese, italian meatballs and fish of the day. It’s the perfect spot to take visitng guests and families, with amazing views of the Ain Dubai from its outdoor terrace. There’s a live DJ to keep things buzzing all evening.

Friday 6pm-11:30pm ( 3 hours Package ) Farina, Address Beach Resort. 275 AED* Soft, 375 AED* House, 475 AED* Sparkling, 775 AED* Bubbly. 137.50 AED Kids 6-12. +971 4 879 8866 Email here. More details on addresshotels.com. See our Instagram Reel of Brunchissimo. All ages welcomed.

*Buy 1 get 1 free with Entertainer for All Packages, and 20% off with U by Emaar Membership

Jazz, Wine & Cheese Fridays @ Jones the Grocer _{Emirates Golf Club}

Delight in an artisanal cheese platter or opt for a combination of cheese and cured meats at Jones the Grocer. Sit outdoors over the winter months and have a pick from an exquisite wine selection, while listening to their live jazz band.

Friday 7:30pm-Late Jones the Grocer, Emirates Golf Club. 199 AED Wine & Cheese, 249 AED Wine, Cheese & Cured Meats Platter. +971 4 417 9999 Email here. More details on dubaigolf.com/jones. Read our review of Wine & Cheese Fridays. All ages welcomed.

Brunch All’Italiana @ Eataly at the Beach

Head out to Terazza Eataly for an evening of free-flow aperol spritz and bellinis. You won’t find another offer at this price down this end of town – with views of Ain Dubai and the buzzing JBR beyond, pinsas and salmon tartare to share, and mains – all served to table. There’s tiramisu, cannolo and meringata to end the evening. Did we mention negronis are included in the package?

Friday 7pm-10pm Eataly at the Beach. 295 AED Fresco, 350 AED Tradizionale, 395 AED Superiore. +971 4 561 1185 Whatsapp here. Email here. More details on @eatalyonthebeachdubai All ages welcomed.

Eataly does this same brunch on Saturday Afternoons from 1-4pm, see our experience.

Latin Brunch Til Midnight @ Fogueira Dubai

Get ready for an electrifying night on the 35th floor terrace of Fogueira with their Latin Brunch ‘Til Midnight. Indulge in a feast featuring sharing platters, live ceviche station, latin street food appetizers, and of course – unlimited churrasco to the table! Give a try on their limbo, and take a chance to spin the wheel to win fantastic prizes.

Friday 7pm-12am – Fogueira. Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach. 300 AED Soft, 399 AED House +971 50 189 6214. Whatsapp here. Email here. fogueiradubai.com. All ages welcomed.

For all other nights – see our exclusive DFLG x Fogueira partnership – 50% all Brazilian Churrasco Packages

Jones Sundown Brunch @ Jones the Grocer _{Palm West Beach}

Take the family over to Jones the Grocer at Palm West Beach for an evening brunch, as you feast on a buffet spread, sip on drinks and watch the beautiful Dubai Marina skyline right in front of you. The kids have space to run around on the sand and you can sit back and relax. Alternatively – come with the adults for a bite, to wind down the busy week.

Friday 6pm – 10:30pm Jones the Grocer, Palm West Beach. 249 AED Soft, 329 AED House, 429 AED Premium. 149 AED Kids (6-12 YO) +971 54 998 6162 More details on hilton.com All ages welcomed.

Rare Dinner Party @ STK Dubai

A fun brunch with R&B music is Rare Dinner Party at STK in JBR. There’s live entertainment and dancers to keep the party going on all night. Chef’s three-course set menu includes salmon carpuccios to start, and roasted salmon, as well as ribeye steaks for mains. Hop on over to LSB for the after-party!

Friday 8-11pm – STK. Rixos Premium JBR. 390 AED Soft, 450 AED Wine, 475 AED Cocktails, 525 AED Sparkling. 21+ Only. 04 423 8304 More details on solutions-leisure.com. See how our experience of Rare at STK went. 21+ only

Candlelit Social @ Ula Dubai

A dreamy spot to spend your Friday evening is Ula, located on the stunning Palm West Beach. Every Friday, indulge in a 3-course Mediterranean inspired menu and free-flow drinks, overlooking the marina skyline. The boho-chic venue is lit up by candlelights – making it super romantic as well.

Friday 8-11pm – Ula. Dukes the Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Palm Jumeirah. 350 AED Soft, 395 AED House, 450 AED Cocktails, 495 AED Sparkling.  +971 4 566 3041. More details on solutions-leisure.com. 21+ only

Ichigo Ichie Brunch @ Matagi Dubai

Looking for an evening brunch which focuses on quality Japanese ingredients – book a date night at Matagi in Raffles the Palm. You’ll find charred fine beans with black goma, salmon tataki with pear ikura, to a premium nigiri and sashimi platter with hamachi and chutoro onboard. Mains include A5 Wagyu Striploin (extra), teriyaki glazed salmon fillet, or saikyo miso marinated black cod, amongst others. It’s definitely one to go to, for those who appreciate fine Japanese fare.

Friday 7-11pm – Matagi, Raffles the Palm Dubai. 375 AED Soft, 475 AED House & Cocktails, 575 AED Sake. +971 4 248 8888 Email here. raffles.com. See our experience of Ichigo Ichie Brunch. All ages welcomed.

Beach House Barbeque @ Anantara the Palm Dubai Resort _{[ on hold for the summer ]}

Here’s a really nice one to take the kids to on Friday evening – as it starts early at 5pm, just before sunset. Tables are set out on the sand right in front of The Beach house, so the kids can run free. There’s a swing up front, and don’t forget to bring beach toys! The barbeque setup is a simple one – with meat, and whole fish grilled just for you. There is also salads, arabic bread, corn and baked potatoes. A nice way to spend a Friday evening with the little ones.

Friday 5pm – 8pm The Beach House, Anantara the Palm Dubai Resort. 275 AED Soft, 325 AED House. 165 AED Kids (6-12 YO) +971 4 567 8304  More details on anantara.com. Read our review of Beach House Barbeque. All ages welcomed.

Roast Me, Maybe @ Origins Vida Emirates Hills _{[ on hold for the summer ]}

Looking for somewhere to go with the kids on a Friday evening? Take them over to Vida Emirates Hills for a dip in their beautiful pool overlooking the Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Marina Skyline. Come 7pm – head indoors to Origins for a roast buffet. There’s slow-cooked lamb shoulder, beef chorizo, tiger prawns, nutty vegan roast and more! The venue is cosy – perfect for families.

Friday 7pm-10pm – Origins, Vida Emirates Hills. 149 AED Soft, 249 AED House. 75 AED Kids 6-12.  +971 4 872 8888 Email here All ages welcomed.

Check back, as we add more venues!