Diwali is almost here and Dubai’s restaurants are lighting up with some festive offers
Diwali — also spelled Divali, Deepavali, or Dipavali — is a major autumn festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists. Known as the Festival of Lights, it marks the Hindu New Year and celebrates fresh starts, the victory of good over evil, and light shining through darkness.
Want to celebrate? From fine-dining feasts to lively buffets and sky-high celebrations, here’s where you can eat, celebrate and soak in the festive spirit this Diwali.
Rohini
Celebrate Diwali in style with a special three-day menu at Rohini — the chic Indian spot at Mövenpick JLT. Pick from a veggie set or a non-veg feast featuring fan favorites like dahi vada, paneer tikka masala, butter chicken, and rogan josh. Wrap it up with irresistible sweets like gulab jamun and malai motichur for the perfect festive treat.
Location: Mövenpick Hotel JLT, Cluster A, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai
Times: 12.30pm to 11.30pm, October 19 to 21, 2025
Deal: Dhs139 veg, Dhs179 non-veg
Contact: (04) 438 0000
Bombay Brasserie
Celebrate Diwali in style at Bombay Brasserie with three days of festive dining and cultural magic. From October 18 to 20, the award-winning restaurant will glow with a grand Diwali arch, vibrant rangoli, twinkling diyas, fresh flowers, and live sitar and piano performances.
Enjoy a four-course set menu on October 18 and 19 from 6pm for AED 299 per person, or join the Grand Diwali Soirée on October 20 at 6:30pm — featuring a lavish buffet, live cooking stations, festive desserts, and house beverages starting at Dhs299 per person.
Location: Taj Dubai, Business Bay
Times: October 18 to 20, 2025 | From 6pm
Price: Dhs299 per person
Contact: (050) 189 6089
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa
Celebrate Diwali in style and luxury at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, with festive dining and exclusive gifting experiences.
Varq – The Art of Indian Fine Dining
Dive into a specially curated Diwali menu that blends classic Indian flavors with a modern twist. Available from October 17 to 20, priced at Dhs295 per person.
Palm Kitchen – One-Day Diwali Buffet
On October 20, indulge in a grand Diwali buffet featuring festive favorites and live cooking stations — perfect for gathering with family and friends. Priced at Dhs225 per person.
Emperor Lounge – Diwali Gifting
Explore elegant Diwali hampers and handcrafted Mithai boxes starting from Dhs125 — the perfect stylish gift for loved ones or colleagues.
Location: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai
Times: October 17 to 20, 2025 | Varq daily | Palm Kitchen October 20
Contact: (04) 275 4444
Dubai Festival City
This Diwali, Dubai Festival City has two awesome ways to celebrate.
Sirocco at Holiday Inn & Suites is serving up a Diwali buffet on October 19 — think chaat stations, traditional sweets, and rich curries, perfect for a fun family night out. Priced at Dhs149 per person, with kids under six eating free.
Then, on October 20, Anise at InterContinental takes things up a notch with a sophisticated buffet featuring festive Indian flavors, global dishes, and elegant vibes.
Location: Dubai Festival City
Times: 6.30pm to 11pm
Deal: Priced at Dhs199 per adult and Dhs100 for kids aged six to 12.
Contact: (04) 701 1111
Claypot
Claypot is back with its fan-favorite Diwali buffet, serving up authentic Indian flavors over two days. For just Dhs65 per adult and Dhs29 per child, dive into live chaat and dosa stations, regional classics, and loads of delicious mithai — all in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Location: Citymax Hotel, Bur Dubai
Times: 7pm to 11pm, October 19 and 20, 2025
Deal: Dhs65 per adult, Dhs29 per child
Contact: (050) 100 7065
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai is lighting up Diwali across two of its award-winning dining spots — Rang Mahal and Kitchen6 — offering a perfect blend of refined Indian flavors and global festive feasts.
Rang Mahal presents a six-course Diwali-inspired menu on October 20 and 21, featuring bold traditional Indian flavors with a contemporary twist. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to capture the festival’s spirit. Priced at Dhs195 per person, it promises an unforgettable evening of festive elegance.
Kitchen6 hosts a Diwali Buffet Dinner on October 20, boasting an international buffet, live cooking stations, and festive entertainment. Enjoy vibrant décor and a lively atmosphere while celebrating the Festival of Lights. The buffet is priced at Dhs250 per person.
Location: JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road
Rang Mahal Times: 6pm to 10pm, October 20 to 21, 2025
Kitchen6 Times: 6.30pm to 11pm, October 20, 2025
Deal: Rang Mahal is priced at Dhs195 per person, Kitchen6 is priced at Dhs250 per person
Contact: (04) 414 3000
Punjab Grill
Fine-dining fave Punjab Grill is rolling out a special Diwali à la carte menu crafted by Chef Sandeep Ail. Expect signature Indian dishes with a modern twist, plus a complimentary dessert if you dine in on October 20. Bring a crew of six or more and join the fun dice game to win cool prizes!
Location: Anantara Downtown Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Times: October 18 to 26, 2025
Contact: (050) 194 1107
The Spicery
Get ready for a vibrant night at The Spicery’s Golden Diwali Dinner Feast on October 20. Think tandoori grills, street-style chaats, indulgent sweets, and live music to set the mood. Plus, Indian nationals enjoy 20% off all through October!
Location: Novotel Dubai Gold District, Al Corniche Road, Deira, Dubai
Times: 6.30pm to 10.30pm, October 20, 2025
Deal: Dhs110 per adult, Dhs55 for kids aged 6 to 11, under six dine free
Contact: (055) 473 5384
Kris With a View
Take your Diwali celebration up to Level 19 at Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel for dinner with stunning views of the Dubai skyline. Enjoy a buffet featuring live chaat stations, rich curries, flavorful biryanis, and festive desserts — all while grooving to live DJ beats.
Location: Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street, Bur Dubai, Dubai
Times: 7pm to 11pm October 19, 2025
Deal: Dhs99 per person, Dhs89 for groups of 15+
Contact: (04) 377 1184
Oasis Terrace & Garden
Celebrate Diwali under the stars with a vibrant buffet at Oasis Terrace & Garden. Dig into samosas, butter chicken, biryani, and sweet mithai, plus live cooking stations and fun family activities like diya painting and rangoli art. Prices start at Dhs159 per person, with special discounts for groups and early birds.
Location: Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai, Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Times: 7pm to 10pm, October 17 and 18, 2025
Deal: From Dhs159
Contact: (04) 518 7777
Bombay Brasserie
Bombay Brasserie will be sparkling with rangoli and live music over three nights of festive dining. Savor a four-course set menu on October 18 and 19 for Dhs299 per person, or celebrate big at The Grand Diwali Soirée on October 20 with a lavish buffet and house beverages
Location: Taj Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai
Times: From 6pm October 18 to 20, 2025
Deal: From Dhs299 per person
Contact: (050) 189 6089
Shamiana
Shamiana is offering an elegant Diwali buffet on October 20 and 21, featuring a lavish vegetarian spread for Dhs245 per person. Non-vegetarian options are available via table service, with live entertainment to set the festive mood.
Location: Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai
Dates: 7pm to 9pm, October 20 and 21, 2025
Deal: Dhs245 per person
Contact: (052) 680 5419
CULINARA
Dubai’s newest dining gem, CULINARA, is kicking off its first-ever Diwali celebration from October 17 to 26. Get ready for 10 days of festive vibes featuring a Project Chaiwala pop-up, a special menu curated by Chef Ali El Bourji, and an epic Diwali Night party with DJ Buddha on October 25.
Location: 24th Floor, The Link, One Za’abeel, Dubai
Times: October 17 to 26, 2025
Highlight: Diwali Night with DJ Buddha on October 25
Contact: (04) 666 1617
Viceroy’s Table
Step into a world of edible jewels and buttery diyas at Viceroy’s Table this Diwali. Choose from limited-edition vegetarian (Dhs199) or non-vegetarian (Dhs249) menus, each paired with two cocktails. Expect show-stopping presentations and royal vibes, with delights ranging from saffron soups to dazzling desserts.
Location: Viceroy’s Table, Dubai
Times: Throughout October 2025
Deal: Dhs199 for veg, Dhs249 for non-veg
Contact: (056) 546 6600
Mausam
Celebrate Diwali with breathtaking Burj Khalifa views at Mausam. Indulge in a luxurious Diwali thali featuring vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, plus a delicious mithai platter — all for just Dhs189 per person.
Location: Dubai Mall
Times: 7pm to 12am, October 20 and 21, 2025
Deal: Dhs189 per person
Contact: (04) 438 4001
Purani Dilli
Purani Dilli brings the heart of Indian tradition to Dubai with a special Diwali buffet available until October 30. Dress in cultural attire for a chance to win festive treats and surprises — it’s all about good food, vibrant vibes, and celebrating the season in style.
Locations: Four Points by Sheraton, Trade Centre 1, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Times: 12.30pm to 11.30pm, October 15 to 30, 2025
Deal: Sheikh Zayed Road branch Dhs149 per person, Bur Dubai branch Dhs119 per person
Contact: (056) 414 2213
Liwan
Swissôtel Al Ghurair is lighting up Diwali with a festive-themed buffet packed with favourites like butter chicken, paneer tikka, biryani, and gulab jamun. Add to the celebration by joining the Rangoli competition — with exciting prizes up for grabs for the winner!
Location: Liwan Restaurant, Swissôtel Al Ghurair, Deira, Dubai
Times: 7pm to 11pm, October 20, 2025
Deal: Dhs129 per adult, Dhs65 for kids (six to 12), under 6 dine free
Contact: (04) 293 3270
MyGovindas gifting collection
Not in the mood to dine out? Celebrate Diwali at home with MyGovindas’ 2025 gifting collection. Choose from 10 beautifully curated hampers filled with handcrafted sweets, gourmet dried fruits, artisanal snacks, scented candles, and incense — each one blending tradition with a contemporary twist.
Location: Karama, Al Arjan, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and Dubai Silicon Oasis
Hampers: mygovindas.com
Contact: (04) 591 5155
