Wonderful places to celebrate NYE with your family in the UAE

Nearly the end of the year… where did 2022 go? If you are looking for some inspiration to say bye to 2022 in style with your family and loved ones, here are our suggestions!

Bubbalicious NYE Brunch

On December 31, Bubbalicious’s award-winning brunch will ring in 2023 with a magnificent New Year’s special that sprawls across the outdoor terrace and offers gorgeous views of the fireworks.

The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina. 31 December from 8:30pm-12:30am. AED995 for free-flowing bubbly and house beverages. AED395 for children 6-12 years’ old. Call +9714 399 4141 and visit the website or Instagram

Armani/Mediterraneo

Live music, a fast tour around the Med and farther afield, combined with a lavish family-friendly buffet offering that reflects Dubai’s own wonderfully unique cultural melting pot will elevate your end-of-year celebrations!

December 31 from 6-11pm. AED 1,998 per person including soft drinks. 50% discount for children aged 6-11 years, under 6’s dine for free. Pre-payment required. Call +9714 888 3666 and visit the website or Instagram

Sahn Eddar, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah

Enjoy a delightful evening with an irresistible four-course set dinner at the luxurious Sahn Eddar. Expect the greatest selections of caviar and Italian cuisine served in a dramatic setting with free-flowing beverages and one glass of bubbly. The setting is inspired by the splendour of the Russian cabaret. A blend of vocalists, musicians, dancers, and aerialists will transport you on a musical journey.

December 31 from 8-11:3pm. AED12,000 per adult and AED6,000 for kids between 4 – 11 years old. Call 800 323 232 and visit the website or Instagram

Pai Thai, Jumeirah Al Qasr

Discover a fusion of Thai flavours with a four-course sharing menu, live entertainment, and an authentic Thai drum performance.

December 31. Indoor Seating from AED950 per person. AED 350 for kids between 4 – 12 years old. Outdoor Seating from AED1500. AED 750 for kids between 4 – 12 years old. Call 800 323 232 and visit the website or Instagram

Shimmers, Jumeirah Mina A’Salam

After a welcoming concoction at the Jumeirah Mina A’Salam lagoon, enter a spectacular gala dinner with a “beach chic” theme. The award-winning restaurant will offer a celebratory set menu of indulgent dishes along with unlimited bubbly and an open bar. The 10-piece band sets the mood for the evening while the live DJ ushers you into the new year while providing mesmerising views of the fireworks.

December 31 from 7pm until late. AED6,750 per adult and AED3,375 for kids between four and 11 years old. Call 800 323 232 and visit the website or Instagram

Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort 

Enjoy a lavish White New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner with friends and family to set the mood for a fantastic 2023. The dinner will have delectable food, a lively ambiance, and groovy background entertainment.

December 31 from 8pm-12am. From AED780 for adults and AED390 for kids between 6 – 11 years old. Call +9712 811 4444 and visit the website or Instagram

Address Beach Resort – The Restaurant

Step into the Jazz Age as this ground-floor eatery is transformed into the ideal setting for celebrating the new year with the whole family in true Great Gatsby fashion. A 3-piece band will be present to provide the entertainment and maintain a positive atmosphere throughout the entire evening. The event will also have a photobooth for guests to record their memories, a glitter face painting station for some extra sparkle, and kid-friendly activities, such as a face painting station just for them.

December 31 from 8pm-12am (a la carte menu available after midnight). Outdoor terrace seating: AED3,888 adults, AED1,944 children (7-11). Indoor seating: AED2,888 adults, AED1,444 children (7-11). Children from 0-6 dine for free. Call and visit the website or Instagram

Ella’s Eatery

Spend this memorable evening with your loved ones at this beautiful venue that is offering delectable cuisine and stunning fireworks views. There are New Year’s Eve set menu packages for adults and children that include sumptuous dishes and beverages at fantastic pricing.

Even better, you can bring your furry friends to the terrace area to take in the breath-taking views of the Burj Al Arab and the fireworks display.

December 31 from. 3pm-Midnight. New Year’s Eve Set Menu (1 Starter + 1 Main + 1 Dessert + Unlimited Beverages) from AED249 per person. Kids Menu (1 Main + 1 Soft Drink or Juice + Unlimited Ice cream) for AED75. Booking is essential. Call +9714 5579 085 and visit Instagram

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa

Dress to impress and head to Nikki Beach to experience a glamorous New Year’s Eve Gala dinner & fireworks with the whole family. Buffet and table service dinner with unlimited soft beverages costs AED1,700 per person. For children between 3 and 12 years old the price is AED750.

December 31 from 8pm-12am. Call +9714 376 6290 and visit the website or Instagram

The Blacksmith Bar & Eatery

At The Blacksmith’s Black and White New Year’s Party, you can eat, drink, and celebrate 2023 in true Texan smokehouse fashion. The sharing-style brunch being offered here ensures that the final meal of the year will be a special one with a variety of festive slow-cooked meats.

Wyndham Dubai Marina Hotel. December 31 from 8pm-1am. From AED250 per adult. Children under 12-years old get 50% off. Call +9714 4078 873 and visit the website or Instagram

Village Bistro

On New Year’s Eve, Village Bistro will host a buffet spectacular with traditional cuisine prepared with a contemporary touch. Diners are invited to bid 2022 farewell in style while soaking up the festive atmosphere and taking in the live entertainment that will have everyone up and dancing.

Village Bistro, M Floor, The First Collection at Jumeirah Village Circle. December 31 from 8pm-12am. From AED375 per person. AED150 for children aged 4-11. Call +9714 275 6621 and visit the website or Instagram

M One Restaurant

As you reflect on the year that has passed and prepare to welcome 2023, have a family-friendly celebration at M One Restaurant. As you dance to the sounds of a live Cuban Duo, indulge in an expansive festive buffet that has several live cooking stations.

Millennium Place Barsha Heights. December 31 from 8pm-12:30am. AED 419 per person. Kids between 6 – 12 years receive a 50% discount. Kids under 6 years dine for free. Call +9714 875 0000 and visit the website or Instagram

El Sur

Make this New Year’s Eve one to remember by enjoying a delectable Spanish dinner at El Sur between from 8:30 pm to 2:30 am. For AED625, take advantage of the unlimited sparkling and house beverage bundle. Dinner costs AED295 for kids aged six to twelve.

The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina. December 31. Call +9714 511 7373 and visit the website or Instagram

Fish Beach Taverna

Welcome 2023 with a spectacular menu of Turkish and Greek dishes served against the stunning background of the Mina Seyahi sunset. For AED1,100, enjoy this flavourful seafood and beef brunch, which also includes unlimited bubbly and house beverages. The brunch costs AED395 for children from 6 to 12 years old.

Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark. December 31 from 8:30pm-12:30am. Call +9714 511 7373 and visit the website or Instagram

Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection

Ring in a fabulous 2023 with a unique Great Gatsby themed Gala Night at the magnificent Garden Lawn located in Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. Get ready for a spectacular night with your friends with a mesmerizing New Year’s Eve Gatsby night. A grand fiesta awaits with great music, dancing and live entertainment.

Garden Lawn. December 31 from 7pm-2am. AED1,500 per person including house beverages. AED850 per child (7 to 12 years old). Call +9714 399 5000 and visit the website or Instagram

SĀN Beach

Step into 2023 in good spirits watching fireworks, dancing to the beats of resident DJs along with a drummer and saxophone and making lifelong memories. The à la carte menu offers sumptuous treats to begin the new year in style.

December 31. Indoor dining for AED500. Terrace AED1,000. Dining by the pool AED1,500. Dining at the beach AED2,500. Call +9714 458 0499 and visit the website or Instagram

LDC Kitchen + Coffee Jumeirah

Celebrate the new year at this lively venue, where a fun family experience and breath-taking views of the Burj Al Arab fireworks are waiting. For the little ones, there will be a kid’s menu as well as the à la carte menu.

Beach Walk Boutique Hotel, Umm Suqeim 2. December 31 from 8pm-1am. Minimum spend – AED150 per adult. AED50 per kid (age 6-12). Kids under 5 are free. Call +9714 396 3348 and visit Instagram

Two.0 at Cove Beach Dubai

Bid farewell to 2022 and enjoy the final moments of the year with a lavish gala dinner by the beach, featuring a scrumptious 5-course set menu with amuse bouches, scallop carpaccio, Wagyu ribeye, grilled lobster, and luscious desserts, while sipping on delectable blends from an open bar that includes bubbly and high-end beverages.

December 31 from 8pm-12am. Packages from AED1,200 per person. Call +9715 0454 6920 and visit the website or Instagram

Mezza House

Mezza House, a modern Levantine eatery in Downtown Dubai, welcomes you to celebrate the arrival of the New Year with a set menu that deftly captures the flavour of the Levant, offering a diverse selection of well-known Mezza meals, specifically made Tabkha, and delicious sweets that bring back memories of comfort cuisine.

Mezza House staples like the cool Fatoush and Yalanji, the traditional Moussakaa, and heartier fare like the popular Maklouba and authentically made Bemyieh ill Lahmeh Rice Bilaf are available during the special evening. After dinner, choose from a variety of sweets, such as the decadent Umm Ali, the rich Mouhalabiya, or the mouth-watering Safron Caramel.

December 31 from 8pm-12am. From AED800 per person. Call +9715 0945 5597 and visit the website or Instagram

Wyndham Residences The Palm

Ring in the New Year with a fun-filled evening, featuring a special 4-course set dinner at 24 Restaurant with live entertainment and inspired by the splendour of the 1960s.

31 December from 8pm-00:30am. From AED499 per person. Call +9715 0213 6491 and visit the website

Swissotel Al Ghurair

Start the New Year’s Eve festivities off right with a fabulous dinner at Liwan Restaurant in Swissotel Al Ghurair. Enjoy an appealing range of flavourful international gourmet treats as you countdown to a fantastic 2023 with loved ones.

December 31 from 7pm-1am. AED179 for adults and AED90 for children aged 6 to 12. Children under 5 eat for free. Call +9714 293 3000 and visit the website or Instagram