11 of Dubai’s best evening brunches

Funk Soul Supper
Head to The Black Lion on a Friday evening for one of Dubai’s most epic evening brunches. With DJ Shero on the decks spinning old school RnB, hip-hop and soul, Funk Soul Supper is a brunch where you’ll probably spend as much time on your feet as your seat. The food comes in the form of unlimited street-food starters followed by a main course and a dessert. A great value night out.
When: 6pm-10pm, Friday
Where: The Black Lion, The H Hotel
Price: AED250 with soft drinks; AED335 with house beverages.
Contact: +971 4 359 2366,

The Hottest Grill in Town @ Brasserie 2.0
Mouth-watering beef from the outdoor smoker, BBQ cuts and grilled seafood are the highlights of this al fresco brunch that also hosts a live band. A real Texan party, this.
When: 7pm-11pm, Thursday
Where: Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa
Price: AED290 with soft beverages; AED380 with house beverages; AED415 with premium bubbles.
Contact: +971 4 317 6000,

Why Wait til the Weekend
The name says it all, really. With just one more working day to get through, you can work your way around the neighbourhoods of London – Chinese from Old Street, Indian food from Brick Lane and Jamaican from Dalston. The soundtrack will be a suitable blend of reggae, soul and hip-hop.
When: Any two hours between 7pm-12am, Wednesday
When: The Black Lion, The H Hotel
Price: AED160 for a two-hour unlimited package.
Contact: +971 4 359 2366,

Sparkling Brunch @ Latest Recipe
A more than pleasant way to spend a Friday evening, with a spread of international cuisines – fresh seafood, BBQ meats, cold cuts, imported cheeses – and live music.
When: 7pm-12am, Friday
Where: Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina
Price: AED250 with soft drinks; AED375 with sparkling.
Contact: +971 4 511 7139,

Festa Italiana at Positano
Sundays aren’t for staying in. Not now. Feast on Italian goodies such as antipasti, handmade pasta cooked à la minute and a dessert room filled to the brim with all Italian classics such as panna cotta, gelato, cassata and other delicious sweet bites.
When: 6pm-12am, Every Sunday
Where: JW Marriott Marquis, Business Bay
Price: AED180 with soft drinks; AED295 with house beverages; AED365 with Italian bubbles.
Contact: +971 4 414 3000,

Disco Tapas Brunch
Back again for the new season, this brunch offers a range of tapas-style bites including tempura vegetables, mini pizzas and bruschettas, as well as a selection of succulent cuts from the BBQ and a live pasta cooking station. The disco part is provided by the 70s and 80s soundtrack.
When: 7pm-11pm, Thursday
Where: Les Cuisines, Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Price: AED119 with soft drinks; AED190 with selected house beverages; AED290 with premium beverages.
Contact: +971 4 503 6111, website

Friday Sunset Brunch @ Pure Sky Lounge & Dining
With an array of 15 Pan-Asian sharing dishes, unlimited selected house beverages and three and a half hours in which to enjoy them – including sunset – this combination sits very well with us.
When: 5.30pm-9pm, Friday
Where: Pure Sky lounge, Hilton JBR the Walk
Price: AED225 with soft drinks; AED375 with house beverages.
Contact: +971 4 374 7888,