The brunches of the moment in Dubai
Updated October 10, 2026
1. Zuma Dubai
€€€€DIFC, Dubai
Why now · Still Dubai’s benchmark see-and-be-seen brunch, Zuma combines an always-busy society dining room with serious Japanese cooking and a place on MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list. ([the50.com](https://www.the50.com/restaurants/best-in-middle-east-and-north-africa/the-list/Zuma.html?utm_source=openai
Vibe · Polished, glamorous and animated, with live sushi and robata stations.
Best time · Saturday, 12:30pm–4pm; arrive at the beginning for the full experience.
Dress code · Polished smart casual.
Getting in · Book through the official website or call +971 4 425 5660; a high-demand table, so request your preferred Saturday well ahead.
Sources · MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants, MICHELIN Guide, What’s On, Khaleej Times
2. Tête-à-Tête
€€€Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
Why now · The winner of What’s On’s 2026 à-la-carte brunch award is the current dressed-up party pick, pairing its lavender-ceilinged Riviera setting with Champagne theatre, singers and dancers. ([whatson.ae](https://whatson.ae/2026/06/whats-on-dubai-awards-2026-winners-announced/?utm_source=openai))
Vibe · Flamboyant, theatrical and high-energy, with sea views and an afternoon that becomes a party.
Best time · Saturday, 1pm–4:30pm; stay for the after-party.
Dress code · Smart casual with a glamorous Riviera twist.
Getting in · Reserve Bisou Bisou through the venue or Secret Parties; advance booking is advisable, but a current waitlist or sell-out status is unverified.
Sources · What’s On, The National, MBN
3. Mimi Kakushi
€€€€Jumeirah 2, Four Seasons Restaurant Village, Dubai
Why now · Its 2026 MENA’s 50 Best recognition and continued praise as Dubai’s Japanese brunch standard-bearer keep this jazz-age dining room firmly on the city’s discerning social circuit. ([visitdubai.com](https://www.visitdubai.com/articles/worlds-50-best-restaurants-mena-dubai?utm_source=openai))
Vibe · 1920s Osaka glamour, intimate Art Deco styling, accomplished cocktails and live music.
Best time · Saturday, noon–4pm for the live band and singer; Sunday for a more relaxed DJ-led afternoon.
Dress code · Elegant smart casual; tailored separates or a chic daytime dress.
Getting in · Book the dedicated Saturday or Sunday brunch online, or call +971 4 379 4811; reserve ahead for your preferred sitting, with live waitlist status unverified.
Sources · MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants, What’s On, FACT, Visit Dubai
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