Perfect for getting down to business…
If you’re looking to take your meetings out of the office—or just happen to be in the city’s financial hub—DIFC offers some of the best business lunch deals in Dubai. From exquisite French cuisine to mouthwatering set menus of Japanese delights, here are 19 fantastic business lunch options in DIFC.
Aalaya
Whether you need a break from the office hustle or a stylish lunch meeting, Alaya in DIFC offers a chic midday dining experience. Choose between a three-course menu for AED 148 or a four-course menu for AED 168. Start with dishes like spiced carrot salad, cheese borek, and fried calamari. For mains, enjoy options like shish chicken, Mediterranean pasta, or wagyu tenderloin, followed by desserts such as apricot tart, pistachio ice cream, or Mochikan chocolate cake. The business lunch is available from 12:30 PM to 4 PM.
Alaya, DIFC, Gate Village 4, Dubai
Business lunch from 12:30 PM to 4 PM
AED 148 for the three-course meal, AED 168 for the four-course meal
Tel: (0)4 570 6289
@alayadubai
Amazonico
Located in a stunning three-floor venue at the edge of DIFC’s Gate Village, this Madrid-born hotspot showcases vibrant Latin American flavors and lush jungle-inspired decor. For your business lunch, be sure to reserve a spot in the dining room on the first floor, where you can choose between dining indoors next to the glass-walled kitchen or enjoying the fresh air on a charming alfresco terrace surrounded by colorful plants. The business lunch, or Menu Ejecutivo, is available Monday to Friday, with two- and three-course options starting from AED 110. Expect dishes like salmon nikkei with sweet passion fruit teriyaki, pollo a la parrilla (grilled half baby chicken), and a delightful tres leches milk cake for dessert.
Amazonico, Pavilion, DIFC
12 PM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday
From AED 110
Tel: (0)4 571 3999
amazonicorestaurant.com/dubai
Avli by Tashas
Expect an elevated Greek taverna experience at Avli by Tashas, located in the heart of the financial center. Part of the award-winning Tashas Group, this venue boasts stunning decor, featuring earthy tones, curvy alcoves, and grand chandeliers that create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. While the aesthetic impresses with its attention to detail, the cuisine remains refreshingly simple, offering fresh flavors through a two- or three-course business lunch menu during the workweek. Look forward to starters like tuna carpaccio or red snapper crudo, main dishes including soulavaki or vegetable moussaka, and the option to indulge in a traditional Greek dessert.
Avli by Tashas, Gate Village 9, DIFC
12 PM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 130 for two courses, AED 165 for three courses
Tel: (0)4 359 0008
avlibytashas.com
Boca
Boca is the perfect spot for a casual business lunch in DIFC, featuring a relaxed, industrial decor and an impressive menu of sharing plates that changes weekly, so you’ll never get bored. You can choose between two or three courses, enjoying Mediterranean-Spanish dishes like confit cuttlefish, Gulf tiger prawns, and pistachio kunafa rolls. If you’re finishing up early, don’t miss the chance to pair your meal with a glass of wine from their well-stocked cellar, priced at a reasonable AED 38.
Boca, Gate Village 6, DIFC
12 PM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Thursday
AED 115 for two courses, AED 140 for three courses
Tel: (0)4 323 1833
boca.ae
Bull & Bear
Get down to business at this elegant brasserie in the Waldorf DIFC every weekday from 12:30 PM to 4 PM. Enjoy a three-course business lunch menu featuring some of the restaurant’s most popular dishes, all for AED 125. For a lovely view, reserve a table by the window or opt for one of the regal blue leather booths while you work in stylish surroundings. The menu includes options like cauliflower soup, flank steak, and seared seabass. If you’d like to elevate your meal with a glass of wine, the total comes to AED 165.
Bull and Bear, 18th Floor, Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Burj Daman
12:30 PM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 125
Tel: (0)4 515 9888
@bullandbear.difc
Café Beleg
Take a break from the office at the art deco eatery inside the Ritz-Carlton, which captures the essence of a grand brasserie reminiscent of London or New York. The business lunch features a set menu of seasonal dishes, starting with options like pumpkin soup or heirloom tomato salad, followed by main courses such as grilled seabream, steak frites, or half grilled chicken. For dessert, choose between a salted caramel tart or vanilla crème brûlée. Pricing is AED 135 for a two-course meal and AED 155 for a three-course meal, with the option to add a glass of wine for AED 40. The lunch is available weekdays from 12 PM to 3 PM.
Café Belge, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC
Monday to Friday, 12 PM to 3 PM
Tel: (0)4 372 2323
@cafebelgedubai
Chic Nonna
In the gorgeously grand surrounds of Chic Nonna, where smart emeralds and crisp white tablecloths create a sleek space for power midday dining, guests can enjoy a delectable business lunch. The perfect set menu whether you’re engaging in an important meeting or enjoying a leisurely catch-up with friends, treasured Italian classics take centre stage on the seasonally-changing menu. Hearty starters, salads and antipasti kick things off, then a choice of main will always include fresh pastas, or flavourful meat and seafood options. To end on a sweet note, guests can choose from a selection of a la carte desserts and confections, from classic Tiramisu to creamy gelatos.
Chic Nonna, Gate Avenue Mall Zone D, DIFC, 12pm to 2pm, Monday to Friday, Dhs140 for two-courses. Tel: (0)56 545 5220. chicnonna.com
Clap
Occupying one of the prime rooftop spots in DIFC, Clap is a modern Japanese restaurant featuring a sleek, expansive terrace, an impressive show kitchen, and a cool bar that draws in the evening crowd. If you’re visiting during the day, Clap’s weekday business lunch is the perfect place to refuel and seal the deal. For a well-priced AED 115, you’ll enjoy a miso soup to start, a choice of two starters, and a main dish. You can also add a dessert, with options ranging from AED 35 to AED 80. The menu includes signature dishes like Clap salad, wagyu beef tartare, salmon teriyaki, and shoyu Chilean seabass, alongside exclusive business lunch specials.
Clap, Gate Village 11, DIFC
12 PM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 115
Tel: (0)4 569 3820
claprestaurant.com/dubai
The Guild
A delightful newcomer to the DIFC dining scene, The Guild boasts a stunning brasserie-style dining room located in ICD Brookfield. There’s plenty to love about this spacious eatery, from its charming café-style Nurseries to The Potting Shed, which is perfect for after-work drinks. For business lunch, you can soak in the glamour of The Salon or the oceanic vibes of The Rockpool while enjoying a two- or three-course menu. Choose a starter or dessert plus a main for AED 119, or upgrade to include a starter, main, dessert, and coffee for AED 149. If you’re celebrating or just in the mood for something special, you can add two oysters and a glass of bubbles for AED 120.
The Guild, ICD Brookfield, DIFC
12 PM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 119 for two courses, AED 149 for three courses
Tel: (0)4 321 9142
theguilddubai.com
Josette
With endless shades of bubblegum, marshmallow, and blush pink, Josette offers a stunning backdrop designed by acclaimed designer Luke Edward Hall. This elegant French restaurant features a fabulously feminine ambiance, split between a lively bar—complete with a “press for Champagne” wall for lunchtime—and a more formal dining room where dinner and weekly cabaret shows take place. For business lunch, available Monday to Friday, guests can enjoy dishes like Josper grilled prawns, eggplant mille-feuille, seared Label Rouge chicken, and grilled ribeye. You can also add a glass of house wine for just AED 25.
Josette, ICD Brookfield, DIFC
12 PM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 135 for two courses, AED 185 for three courses
Tel: (0)4 275 2522
josette.com
Kaspia
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With a fresh look and revamped business lunch menu, Kaspia invites you to enjoy a meal in its rich, jewel-toned surroundings from Monday to Friday. Prefer dining outdoors? Reserve a spot on the terrace, surrounded by lush botanical greenery. Served from 12 PM to 3 PM, the two-course option is priced at AED 135, while three courses are available for AED 155. The European menu features a strong French influence, with starters like smoked salmon, king prawns, and escargot, followed by mains such as Angus striploin and lobster ravioli. For those opting for three courses, dessert choices include pavlova or chocolate fondant.
Kaspia, Gate Village 2, DIFC
12 PM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday
AED 135 for two courses, AED 155 for three courses
Tel: (0)4 243 5633
kaspiadubai.com
L’Atelier Robuchon
Part of the global culinary empire of Joel Robuchon, L’Atelier Robuchon is a sleek and modern fine dining spot in Gate Village, featuring stylish red, wood, and marble decor. The chic dining room offers a mid-week business lunch set menu with two or three courses, including delicious options like burrata and salmon tartare, cheese soufflé, grilled beef, and L’Atelier spaghetti. Be sure to save room for the must-try chocolate sensation dessert.
L’Atelier Robuchon, Gate Village 11, DIFC, open from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Price: Dhs129 for two courses, Dhs169 for three courses. Phone: (0)4 297 7729. Check out atelier-robuchon.ae for more info!
La Niña
Describing itself as a modern twist on Iberian Latino cuisine, La Niña is nestled in ICD Brookfield, right next to Josette and The Guild. The decor is stunning, featuring a beautiful hand-painted mural on one wall and sparkling chandeliers illuminating the crisp white tablecloths. Enjoy a refined business lunch from 12 PM to 2:30 PM, with two courses priced at Dhs115 and three courses at Dhs155. Delicious options include gambas al ajillo and tuna salad to start, followed by roasted salmon or Wagyu beef meatballs.
La Niña, ICD Brookfield, DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 2:30 PM. Price: Dhs115 for two courses, Dhs155 for three courses. Phone: (0)4 395 1300. Follow @laninadubaifor more updates!
LPM Restaurant & Bar
A fixture on the DIFC dining scene, LPM Restaurant & Bar serves up some of the best French-Mediterranean cuisine in the city. The venue is stylish and luxurious, featuring elegant cream and natural tones that create a sophisticated atmosphere. There’s always a lively vibe at the bar, no matter when you stop by. For a business lunch—or déjeuner d’affaires—visit LPM between 12 PM and 3 PM, Monday to Friday. The set menu is priced at Dhs135 for a starter and main, or Dhs180 if you add dessert. Start with the salad of the day, choose from starters like vegetable terrine or crispy squid, and enjoy mains like scallops with pumpkin puree or veal osso buco, finishing off with a delightful praline chocolate cake for dessert.
LPM Restaurant & Bar, Gate Village 8, DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM. Price: Dhs135 for two courses, Dhs180 for three courses. Phone: (0)4 439 0505. Visit lpmrestaurants.com/dubai for more details!
Mina Brasserie
Nestled within the stylish Four Seasons DIFC, Mina Brasserie is an elegant all-day dining spot created by celebrity chef Michael Mina. The interiors radiate New York chic, and the lush outdoor terrace is one of the best places in the city for al fresco dining. The business lunch is a hit among the DIFC crowd, featuring much of the à la carte menu with favorites like aubergine mille-feuille, crab salad, king crab spaghetti, and the Wagyu burger available in this mid-week offering. Prices are Dhs145 for two courses and Dhs165 for three courses, both of which include tea, coffee, or ice cream.
Mina Brasserie, Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM. Price: Dhs145 for two courses, Dhs165 for three courses. Phone: (0)4 506 0100. Check out fourseasons.com for more info!
Roberto’s
A long-time favorite in DIFC, Roberto’s offers upscale Italian dining in a stylish setting, complete with a fantastic terrace facing the Burj. For a successful business lunch, check out their Il Pranzetto menu, which features a rotating selection of signature dishes. For Dhs125, including tea or coffee, you can enjoy a three-course meal with choices for antipasti, main, and dessert. Want to elevate your experience? Add a glass of prosecco for just Dhs55 more.
Roberto’s, Gate Village 1, DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM. Price: Dhs125. Phone: (0)4 386 0066. Visit robertosrestaurants.com for more details!
Shanghai Me
Inspired by the glamorous post-prohibition vibe of 1930s Shanghai, Shanghai Me is an elegant Asian restaurant located in the heart of Gate Village. The interiors are luxurious and sophisticated, and the alfresco terrace, surrounded by lush greenery, is a delightful spot for a business lunch. With a modern twist on pan-Asian cuisine, the business lunch changes weekly and features a soup, starter, and main for Dhs120. Look forward to options like hot and sour soup, Wagyu beef dumplings, and yuzu miso cod.
Shanghai Me, Gate Village 11, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 4 PM. Price: Dhs120. Phone: (0)4 564 0505. Visit shanghaime-restaurant.com for more info!
Sucre
At this chic, rustic-luxe spot in DIFC, Mediterranean flavors take center stage. Under sparkling chandeliers and with a view of a bustling show kitchen, Sucre offers one of the best-value business lunches in the area. For just Dhs95, you can enjoy a starter, main, and side, with the option to add a glass of wine for Dhs36 or a dessert for Dhs35. Look forward to delicious mains like Australian Angus ribeye, ajillo prawns with garlic, or roasted baby chicken, all paired with options like spinach salad, mushrooms, or fries. And don’t skip the signature dulce de leche fondant for dessert!
Sucre, Gate Village 5, DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM. Price: Dhs95 for three courses. Phone: (0)4 340 0829. Check out sucredubai.com for more details!
ZUMA
The business lunch at Zuma remains so popular that even 15 years after it opened in Dubai, they often have two seatings! Whether you opt for the formal dining room or one of the lounge tables upstairs, this DIFC hotspot consistently delivers an amazing menu, top-notch service, and a vibrant atmosphere that you won’t find at many other places in the city during mid-week lunch. The Ebisu lunch menu kicks off with a warm cup of miso soup, followed by a choice of two starters like salmon avocado maki, beef tataki, and crab salad. For mains, enjoy an à la carte selection, featuring dishes like miso-marinated black cod don buri, grilled Australian wagyu rib eye with truffle sauce, and roasted eggplant with spicy miso and smoked tofu sauce. You can also add an à la carte dessert for Dhs41.
Zuma, Gate Village 3, DIFC, open Monday to Friday from 12 PM to 3 PM. Price: Dhs159. Phone: (0)4 425 5660. Visit zumarestaurant.com/dubai for more info!
