Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 returns with over 125 restaurants, offering curated menus and diverse cuisines across the city.
DUBAI: Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 returns this May, bringing together more than 125 restaurants and over 25 cuisines in a citywide celebration of dining. The annual event highlights Dubai’s evolving food scene, offering residents and visitors a chance to experience premium culinary concepts at accessible prices.
Running from 1 to 17 May, Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 features a wide range of venues, from fine dining establishments to popular homegrown concepts. Participating restaurants include globally recognised names as well as award-winning venues featured in the MICHELIN Guide, Gault&Millau and MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants.
The event offers curated set menus designed to showcase signature dishes. Diners can enjoy two-course lunches priced at AED 125 and three-course dinners at AED 250 per person. These menus provide a unique opportunity to explore the city’s diverse culinary landscape, including Japanese, Italian, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines.
Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 also highlights the presence of internationally acclaimed chefs, alongside regional culinary talent. The event reflects Dubai’s position as a global food destination, where innovation and cultural diversity come together through gastronomy.
A key update this year is the integration with Careem DineOut, allowing diners to browse, select and book their experiences seamlessly through a single platform. This digital enhancement aims to improve accessibility while supporting restaurants in reaching wider audiences.
Organisers say the event has grown significantly since its launch, expanding from just 30 participating venues to more than 125 today. Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 continues to play an important role in promoting the city’s hospitality sector and encouraging culinary exploration.
With its combination of value, variety and quality, Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 invites diners to discover new flavours and revisit favourite restaurants across the city.
