Abu Dhabi: BOA Steakhouse, Eastern Mangroves Promenade
This high-end steakhouse has a two-course iftar menu for Dh120. Start with dates and fresh juices followed by BOA’s famous classic Caesar salad, or a wedge of iceberg lettuce with tomatoes and blue cheese dressing. For mains, choose from pan-roasted Norwegian salmon or a BOA classic burger. You can upgrade to an Australian strip loin or rib-eye for Dh190.
• From 7.30pm to 1am, Saturday to Tuesday; until 2am Wednesday to Friday. Call 02 641 1500
Dubai: Big Chefs, The Beach
This lively restaurant offers a twist on the traditional iftar, with menu options that include avocado salmon, crispy manti, pumpkin patties, pistachio meatballs, dashi salmon, thyme-marinated, boneless chicken legs and five-cheese ravioli. Desserts include traditional kunafa, chocolate cake and an unexpected pumpkin cheesecake. Get three courses, dates and orange juice or laban for Dh125.
• From sunset to 2am, Sunday to Wednesday; until 3am Thursday to Saturday. Call 04 551 5302
