10 kid-friendly deals
THERE ARE NOW only a few days remaining until the kids go back to school (at last), but why not have one last hurrah and head out as family for a final holiday dinner? There are loads of places around town giving you great offers on your total bill if you
1) Bambini bonanza
Book a family table and children under 10 dine for free on signature Italian flavours at Armani/ristorante, authentic Indian specialties at Armani/amal, coast-to-coast favourites at Armani/mediterraneo and contemporary European classics at Armani/ Deli. The offer is valid for a maximum of two children per full paying adult, so if you have a few to feed, you may wish to check out these five-star meals.
2) Monday madness
At Bareburger there are some ‘organic’ deals including kids eating free every Monday. Purchase a main item and you get another one free for your mini-me across the UAE.
3) Twice as nice
How about a free fruit ice lolly with every kid’s main course purchased across all Wagamama outlets in Dubai and Sharjah? Yep, chill down with a free dessert. Meanwhile, Wagamama fans who visit The Palm Jumeirah and JBR outlets will receive a free side dish of your choice upon purchasing two main courses. What a couple of deals!
4) Lazy breakfast
Enjoy the weekend at Ranches restaurant with a lazy breakfast. Tuck into a delicious buffet featuring a selection of lip-smacking, home-style dishes complete with fresh juices and pastries, while the kids are entertained in the large play area. Adults can graze at Dhs89 but kids eat for just Dhs49. It’s on every Friday and Saturday morning from 8am to 1.30pm.
5) Café culture
The Coffee Club across the UAE has free meal options tailored to little ones’ taste buds. Children below 12 years can enjoy dishes from the kids’ menu for free with every adult main course ordered. From penne Bolognese, fish & chips and club sandwiches to pancakes and French toast sticks, even the fussy eaters will be satisfied. PLUS, another exciting treat to welcome kids is their own babycino drink.
6) Seasonal stay
If you’re craving a feast to suit all the family the Westin – Al Habtoor City has launched an offer where children aged 15 and below, accompanied by an adult, eat for free in Seasonal Tastes. There’s a large kids’ area with activities including drawing desks, a movie corner and a Playstation, while dinner includes a buffet featuring six live cooking stations including sushi, Indian cuisine, Asian, Mediterranean, a traditional carvery and mouthwatering desserts.
7) Stay and dine
Get away for less and save money while you’re there too. Premier Inn has a summer offer starting from Dhs143 across their Abu Dhabi and Dubai properties. Families of four can enjoy spacious bedrooms, children below the age of 16 can dine and stay for free and the hotel’s complimentary shuttle can take visitors to all the best sights! What’s even better - if you book online directly on the website you will receive the Premier Inn Passport which is filled with incredible rewards such as Buy 1 Get 1 Free offers across F&B outlets, valid even after you check out!
8) Sports stars
As the ultimate sports bar in Downtown Dubai, it stands to reason Nezesaussi Grill has a hunger-busting selection of fan-favourites from its namesake countries – New Zealand, South Africa and Australia for brunch every Friday from 12pm to 4pm. Kids under 12 get to sit down for free and ages 12 to 18 can chow-down for Dhs75.
9) Dine and dip
Legends has its Summer Brunch at Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club on now. The Dip, Dine and Dive offer includes a three-hour brunch featuring a selection of the venue’s much-loved classics, as well as pool access at the Clubhouse and idyllic views of the soothing waters of Dubai Creek. Spend the day indoors and outdoors soaking up the sun, whilst the Legends’ team of chefs prepare an array of scrumptious bites using the season’s freshest ingredients. Children under seven eat free while seven to twelve-year-olds eat for Dhs75.
10) Family fiesta
Friday brunch starting a little later so you can have a lie in and relax with the family? Head to the Festa Di Famiglia promising an enjoyable dining experience at Alloro Ristorante, Wyndham Dubai Marina. It is all about family and friends spending time together with a family-style sharing feast featuring generous amounts of good food and grape from 1pm to 4pm every weekend. Kids under 10 eat free, ages 10-14 are Dhs99.