Experience suhoor in an ambient setting at hotels across the Emirates this Ramadan
ABU DHABI Grand Lawn, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Intimacy and elegance define The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal’s suhoor. Guests are ushered into a lovely outdoor space to unwind at tables or in cabanas decorated with Arabic motifs. The set meal is made for sharing, with a mix of Middle Eastern favourites, including salads, grilled meats and a variety of desserts. This is a good option for anyone looking for a low-key and picturesque experience.
Dh200 minimum spend; 9pm to 2am; 02 818 8203; abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Shangri-La Abu Dhabi Ramadan Village
Shangri-La has transformed its outdoor pool area into a lovely dining venue with soothing lighting and culinary stations serving regional cuisines. From Dh100 minimum spend; 8.30pm to 2am; 02 509 8555 or email restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com.
Sim Sim at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
This suhoor is for those looking for more than the standard set menu. Set in the main restaurant, which has an outdoor courtyard overlooking a large tortoise-shaped pool, the suhoor is an extension of the iftar service, with a buffet and live stations spanning Middle Eastern, Emirati, Moroccan, Indian and Turkish cuisines. Dh275 for adults and Dh125 for children; 6.30pm to 10.30pm; 02 697 0000
DUBAI The Majlis at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira
The Mandarin Oriental Jumeira’s first suhoor is set within the hotel’s ballroom. Diners can choose to sit in the regal indoor space, where they will be serenaded by Arabic ballads from a live performer, or outdoors in the wooden cabanas where they can listen to the waves from the beach nearby. The a la carte menu offers refined staples such as sharing plates of mixed mushroom truffle pide and deconstructed lamb gyros.
Dh250 minimum spend; 10pm to 2am; 04 777 2223; modubrestaurants@mohg.com.
Ramadan Hikayat Garden at Palazzo Versace Dubai
The stylish Palazzo Versace resort takes advantage of the breezy weather with an al fresco suhoor. The vibes are similar to an elegant garden party with couples and groups picking from an a la carte menu of regional and Mediterranean treats. Live performances also take place, including by a troupe of dervish dancers. Dh250 minimum per person and Dh2,000 minimum spend for sofa seating; 9.30pm to 3am; palazzoversace.ae
Ramadan Majlis at Dubai World Trade Centre
The international a la carte menu has more than 70 dishes, including Emirati staples such as lamb ouzi, thareed (lamb stew) and luqaimat, all served in various settings from intimate tables to gazebos and private rooms.
Dh100 minimum spend; Sunday to Thursday, 9pm-3am, Friday and Saturday, 9pm-4am; 800 3982; www.majlis.ae
Ramadan Garden at Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Jumeirah Beach Hotel is a low-key spot to dine while enjoying a view of Burj Al Arab. The Ramadan Garden serves an a la carte menu of Middle Eastern cuisines.
Dh220 minimum spend; 9pm to 3am; www.jumeirah.com
SHARJAH Al Mahatta at Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa
The resort’s cafe has gone for a “home-cooking” approach with its suhoor menu. In addition to a variety of cold starters including dips and salads, the hot dish options feature ful medames, basturma and eggs of your choice. It’s a good option if you are looking for food that matches the venue’s laid-back vibes.
No minimum spend for suhoor; 6.30pm to 2am; www.sheratonsharjah.com
RAS AL KHAIMAH Al Maeda Ramadan Lounge at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort offers beautiful views of the Arabian Gulf. The property’s outdoor space has a homely feel that complements
Shangri-La has turned its outdoor pool area into a dining venue with soothing lighting and culinary stations
the Levantine cuisine of hot and cold mezze plates, grilled meats and seafood. There will also be live music from a qanun player. It’s an ideal place for those searching for an idyllic coastal place away from the bustle.
Dh115 minimum spend; 9.30pm to 2am; reservations_ rakresort@hilton.com
FUJAIRAH The Lounge at Address Beach Resort Fujairah
For its second Ramadan since opening in 2021, the Address Beach Resort Fujairah is serving suhoor at its all-day dining Lounge restaurant. The menu features Middle Eastern classics and international cuisines, with an ambience provided through calming views of the Arabian Gulf.
Dh140 minimum spend; 9.30pm to 2am; dineatdowntown@addresshotels.com