There is no need to blow the budget when dining out this Valentine’s Day. Yes, it can be easy to get swept up into a huge show of admiration for your special someone but flowers, chocs, balloons and a meal out can add up to a heartbreaking amount. You might also like: Where to buy blooming beautiful bouquets of flowers in the UAE for Valentine’s Day
Looking to have a nice night out without breaking the bank? We hear you and have gathered up great dining deals coming in at Dhs500 or less per pair (that’s just Dhs250 per head).
Best Bargain Valentine’s Day Deals in Dubai
88 Terrace
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Overlook all of Bluewaters Island, JBR and Palm Jumeirah this Valentine’s day with a date night at 88 Terrace. Enjoy a romantic dinner, bottle of grape, mixed drinks pitcher and a shared dessert.Dhs499 per couple. 9pm Tue Feb 14. Bluewaters Island (056 881 6888).
A.O.C International Buffet
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Indulge in the venue’s carefully crafted menu featuring freshly prepared seafood thermidor, beef Wellington, peking duck and herb-crusted lamb rack. Conclude your evening on a sweet note with desserts including red fruits signature opera, rose parfait, sweet heart mascarpone mousse, framboise mille-feuille, and red velvet cake.From Dhs288 per couple. Tue Feb 14, 7pm-10.30pm. Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach, The Walk JBR. @sofiteldubaijbr (04 448 4733).
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
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From 2pm to 5pm on Wednesday February 14, pull up a chair for a selection of artisan sandwiches, scones, and exquisite French pastries for Dhs225 per person. You can upgrade this with a glass of sparkling for an additional Dhs70 per person.Dhs225 (without sparkling), Dhs295 (with sparkling). Wed Feb 14, 2pm-5pm. Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, Palm Jumeirah. @anantaradubai (04 567 8888).
Armani/Lounge
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The afternoon tea at Armani/Lounge will feature dishes including a Maine lobster remoulade served in a profiterole, and foie gras macaron with fig marmalade. Dark chocolate mousse and rose cheesecake are included in the sweet treats on offer.Dhs350 per couple (food only). 2pm-6pm Sat Feb 10-Wed Feb 14. Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, @armanihoteldxb (04 888 3888).
ASIL
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Love is in the air as Asil invites diners to enjoy complimentary drinks, a special chocolate box gift, Valentine’s culinary delights, captivating entertainment, henna art, and so much more with the venue getting a love infusion on both Tuesday February 13 and Wednesday February 14.Dhs499 per couple (indoor), Dhs699 per couple (outdoor). Tue Feb 13-Wed Feb 14. Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR. @asildubai (04 520 0055).
Crystal Bar
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Elevate your romantic rendezvous with a cheese platter for two and two glasses of sparkling for Dhs225.Dhs225 (per couple). Wed Feb 14, 5pm-midnight. Grand Millennium Dubai, Barsha Heights.@grandmillenniumdubai(04 423 4100).
Filini
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Filini Restaurant’s tasting menu is going for Dhs249 per couple and will feature oysters, salmon, fillet mignon, and pan-seared cod fillet – ending on a sweet note with a specially crafted Valentine’s dessert.From Dhs249 per couple (soft beverages), Dhs349 (bottle of grape). Sat Feb 10-Wed Feb 14, 7pm-11pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Ajman. @filinigarden (056 168 1323).
Jones the Grocer
The artisan restaurant, café and retail store is offering heart-shaped raspberry ice palmiers (Ds28) and red velvet bento cakes (Dhs65 each) – adorned with “be my valentine”, “love you” or “my love” messaging.From Dhs28. Fri Feb 9-Fri Feb 16. Various locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. jonesthegrocer.com.
Jun’s
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Dine in the shadow of Burj Khalifa at Jun’s this Valentine’s Day with a specially curated menu from Dhs495 per couple. Dishes include mushroom pani puri and heirloom carrots, miso seabass, wagyu striploin MB7, and rangoon agnolotti in sambhar, a cheese course, and the chocolate veloute. Guests can choose to add four oysters, a bottle of non-alcoholic sparkling, a bottle of sparkling, and a bottle of bubbly.Dhs495 per couple. 5pm, Tue Feb 14. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai. @junsdubai (04 457 6035).
Millennium Place Barsha Heights
Introducing the delightful Valentine Teamed Hi-Tea, priced at Dhs85 per person from Monday February 12 to Sunday February 18, from 3pm to 5pm. The menu features strawberry & orange blinis with smoked salmon micro cress, white chocolate & cherry bavaroise and pistachio & ruby chocolate verrine.Dhs85. Mon Feb 12-Sun Feb 18. Millennium Place Barsha Heights (058 606 0831).
NOÉPE
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Couples are invited to enjoy unlimited drinks and canapes while taking in panoramic views of the creek and city skyline. Ladies will be welcomed with a red rose to kick off Valentine’s Day.Dhs399 per couple (unlimited beverages for two hours with canapes). Wed Feb 14, 6pm-midnight. Park Hyatt Dubai, Deira. @noepedxb (04 602 1814).
Olives
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Who says you have to wait until Valentine’s Day to show your love to your special someone? Olives at One&Only Royal Mirage is kicking things off early, with romantic celebrations starting Wednesday February 7 and then offering an extensive buffet with a diverse selection of gourmet options on Wednesday February 14.Dhs240 (regular love buffet), Dhs290 (Valentine’s Day buffet). Wed Feb 7-Wed Feb 14. One&Only Royal Mirage, Jumeirah Beach. @ooroyalmirage (04 315 2412).
One&Only The Palm
You can get afternoon tea in One&Only The Palm’s Lounge from Dhs195 per person. The spread features classic treats and specially crafted Valentine’s Day desserts, paired with loose-leaf teas and coffee or the mixed drink of the day.Dhs195 per person (loose-leaf teas and coffee), Dhs250 (mixed drink of the day). Wed Feb 14, 3pm-6pm. One&Only The Palm, West Crescent. @oothepalm (04 440 1010).
Roxy Cinemas
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Date Night gets an upgrade at Roxy Cinemas between Monday February 12 and Thursday February 15. Couples can watch Argylle, The Color Purple, Madame Web or Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (Hindi) on the big screen and enjoy snacks and soft drinks at Roxy branches. A number of packages are available to suit every budget. The Roxy Silver experience, for instance, costs Dhs179, and will get you two tickets and snacks like nachos, popcorn, and soft drinks at Roxy at The Beach and Dubai Hills Mall. At Dubai Hills Mall, Box Park and City Walk, there’s a Dhs399 experience on the cards which includes movie tickets, a sharing platter and two mocktails.Dhs179 (Roxy at The Beach and Dubai Hills Mall); Dhs399 (Dubai Hills Mall, Box Park and City Walk). Mon Feb 12 –Thurs Feb 15. Roxy Cinemas (800-7699).
QD’s Bar & Grill
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Chill out in old Dubai and enjoy a three-course sharing set menu at QD’s Bar & Grill. Have an extra private experience in a waterfront cabana.Dhs395 per couple, Dhs750 (private Cabana, waterfront). Wed Feb 14, 5pm-3am. Dubai Creek Resort, Deira. @qdsdubai (04 295 6000).
Shangri-La Dubai
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An Afternoon Tea menu will be available – offering creations including caramelized puff pastry hearts, pink grapefruit cheesecake, and Chef Barbot’s signature rose-shaped dessert crafted for Valentine’s Day. From Dhs150 (including a glass of bubbly). Throughout February. Shangri-La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road. shangrilaexperiences.com (04 405 2703).
Stage Pool Lounge
Couples can enjoy a night of romance under the stars at the Occidental Al Jaddaf venue including a specially curated four-course menu just for Valentine’s Day. Dhs399 per couple (Valentine’s Day menu and a bottle of grape). Wed Feb 14, 8pm-11pm. Occidental Al Jaddaf, Al Khail Road. @stagealjaddaf, (50 612 9150).
The Deck Pool Bar
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Cocooned in the privacy of a poolside cabana surrounded by red roses and candles, lovebirds can tuck into a four-course set menu at The Deck Pool Bar from Dhs249 per couple and indulge in the chef’s signature dishes.Dhs249 per couple (soft beverages), Dhs349 (bottle of grape). Sat Feb 10-Wed Feb 14, 7pm-11pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Ajman. @radissonbluajman (056 168 1323).
The Patisserie
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Overlooking the gleaming cityscape at The Patisserie, treat your loved one to some mouthwatering savouries and a myriad of desserts curated to match the romantic vibes of Valentine’s Day with an afternoon tea. Coffee, tea and refreshing beverages will also be available.Dhs250 per person. Throughout February, 7am-11pm daily. Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai. Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai. @addressskyview (04 873 8888).
Twenty 9 Lounge
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Join the team at Twenty 9 Lounge for Valentine’s Day and indulge in a five-course set menu dining experience for two. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, bisque to begin, a sharing sushi platter, a selection of mains including beef striploin and Asian red snapper, and a red temptation dessert to conclude your evening.Dhs299 for two (soft drinks), shisha is available upon request but is not part of the package. Wed Feb 14. Millennium Place Barsha Heights. @twenty9lounge (058 606 0831).
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