Updated on
March 14, 2024
Begin this Holy Month with Emirati traditions and communal feasts with Hai Ramadan at Expo City! A cultural interpretation of the Arabic word “hai”, meaning both ‘neighbourhood’ and ‘welcome’, this festival spotlights the expansive Al Wasl Plaza as the heart of the celebrations of Ramadan in Expo City!
Infusing the surroundings with an enchanting atmosphere that invites everyone to embark on a spiritual journey as the sun sets, Expo City’s Ramadan 2024 celebrations come to life with immersive displays and Expo City’s vibrant market specially curated for the Holy Month ahead. With an array of celebrations lined up, we’ve got top picks for where to eat in Expo City, with Emirati, Indian, Arabic, and plant-based offerings to break your fasts and connect with the people closest to you. Ready to discover Expo City like never before? Stick with us and we’ll show you our top picks for an Iftar at Expo City.
Enjoy traditional Emirati fare at Al Fanar, a home-grown restaurant and café. Inside this rustic time capsule of 1960s Dubai, you, your family, and your friends can sample Emirati flavours for a heritage-filled Iftar. This family-friendly Iftar experience in Dubai offers a delicious Ramadan set menu featuring chicken biryani, Harees and authentic Emirati Legaimat (sweet dumplings) from sunset till 8pm. Starting at AED126 per adult and AED64 per child over the age of 4, Al Fanar promises a unique journey through the UAE’s history. Learn more about the UAE’s rich cultural heritage with fun family activities in Dubai at Al Fanar this Ramadan!
People, flavours, and culinary art cross paths at Assembly Mezze & Skewers for a celebration of Hellenic hospitality and Levantine cuisine, best of all, you’re invited! Though industrial sounding by name, Assembly’s renowned mezze and skewers selection are made with tender loving care, reminiscent of a hearty, homemade meal. Their four-course Iftar set menu is much the same, serving up traditional lentil soup, Shish Taouk, and many more regional staples from sunset till late. Share a warm Iftar in Expo City this Ramadan at Assembly, where your favourite Arabic dishes are assembled with passion!
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Take to the streets and tour India’s vibrant and tangy culinary landscape with Gup&Shup! Translating to “chit-chat” in English, this charming restaurant embodies the character of India’s streets and channels that vibrancy into their food. Scaling up Indian street food with a touch of warm hospitality this Ramadan, their special 3-course Iftar set menu is perfect for touching base with the people that matter most. From sunset till late, enjoy an AED145 foodie adventure through India at Gup&Shup, where you can have a refreshing Iftar in Expo City and chit-chat to your heart’s desire!
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Charming, flavourful, and personable. Which city embodies all three of these qualities? We may have given it away, but Grand Beirut has more surprises this Ramadan! Taking the scenic and artsy route through Lebanon’s vibrant capital, Grand Beirut invites you to enjoy a sumptuous selection of hot and cold Mezze, mixed grills, Arabic desserts, and Ramadan beverages every day from sunset till 11pm. Starting at AED105 for the regular package and AED135 for the same great selection plus shisha, this Expo City restaurant is one of the liveliest!
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All signs point to a hearty meal at Lilly’s Café, perfect for the entire entourage at this family restaurant in Expo City! You and your little ones are sure to enjoy filling dishes that make the most of seasonal natural ingredients, aligning your chakras and nourishing your soul. This café’s airy interior spaces, tasty meals, and cosy ambience make it the right spot to unwind and break your fast after sunset with their signature menu for the occasion. Starting at AED105 per person, catch up and fill up with Chef Kimberly Lin’s tasty creations for a unique home-baked spin on Iftar!
Feeling lean, green, and leafy this Ramadan? PXB Rooftop’s got your back with filling plant-based offerings that have your health and the planet’s in mind. Celebrating the bounty of the Earth and culinary creativity, PXB’s green fuel is perfect for keeping your health this Ramadan, especially with their special Iftar set menu starting at AED145, with seasonal variations of their refreshing juices made specially for this month! Enjoy this treat from sunset until 11pm for a green, leafy Iftar.
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Gideli! Go on a trip through Turkmenistan at Talhan, where an immersive culinary journey awaits. Steeped in heritage and fusing the influences of the world with traditional Turkmen cuisine, Talhan delivers an authentic dining experience that extends into Ramadan, with their Iftar buffet from sunset to midnight, priced at AED99 per person. This sumptuous buffet carries exquisite tastes of the region to you for a special family-friendly dining experience in Expo City.
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If you’d like to break your fast with an array of Ramadan dishes and desserts, the Iftar by the gravity-defying Surreal water featuring live cooking stations is your place to be. The experience is available daily from sunset till 10pm for AED220 for adults and AED95 for kids aged 6-12.
Share the joy and delight of Ramadan at the Oasis Iftar outside the Oasis Food Hall at Expo City Dubai, with plenty of biryani, shawarma, and pastries to go around! This is a great way to celebrate camaraderie and company this Ramadan. Starting at AED150 per adult and AED90 for kids between 6-12, this family-friendly Iftar in Expo City Runs until 10pm.
With these incredible Ramadan deals, we’re sure you’ll want to visit Expo City to break your fast!
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