The news is out – brunch is back. As Friday feasts swing back into action across the UAE, here’s five newly reopened decadent weekend offerings to try.
Okku’s Disco Sushi Brunch
What do you get if you mix disco and sushi? It’s all in the name at trendy lounge-restaurant Okku’s distinctive Friday package. The price includes a 12-course bespoke menu, served up alongside 1980s and 90s retro party tunes.
Fridays noon-6pm. Dhs399-599. Okku, The H Dubai (04 501 8777).
Claw BBQ
For a more relaxed take on the Friday pastime, head to this Southern-themed bar-restaurant. The buffet offers seafood and BBQ favourites, while DJ Johnny is on the decks from 2pm. Best of all, diners are given paddles to choose what tunes the poor guy has to play.
Friday noon-4pm. Dh229-399. Souk Al Bahar (04 432 2300).
Legends
This recently refurbed steakhouse offers a starter and dessert buffet, as well as mains from the new a-la-carte menu. Other attractions include live music from Desert Jazz and kids’ activities.
Dh250-550. Noon-3.30pm; 7pm-10.30pm. Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club (04 295 6000).
Sho Cho Abu Dhabi
The capital’s take on this hip anime-flavoured lounge serves up contemporary Japanese delights while DJ Crown Prince drops the beats.
Fridays noon-4pm. Dh190-295. Souk Qaryat Al Beri (02 558 1119).
Casa de Tapas
As you might expect, tapas the order of the day here, in addition to traditional Spanish fare, cold cuts and pinchos, served in a cool and casual bar environment.
Fridays 12.30pm-4pm. Dh199-299. Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club (04 295 6000).
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Format 10 overs per side, matches last for 90 minutes
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