DIFC’s top 8 business lunch deals to savour this summer
Premium set menus across Gate Avenue, District and Village for professionals and gourmets
DUBAI International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of the city's top lifestyle and business destinations, is serving up a fresh wave of Business Lunch offers across its culinary hotspots – Gate Village, Gate District, and Gate Avenue.
With over 115 restaurants within its precincts, DIFC continues to lead as a go-to for premium weekday dining.
Its curated selection of set lunch menus starts from Dh118, offering refined yet accessible options for professionals and food lovers alike.
Alaya experience
At Alaya, diners can opt for a three-course menu at Dh148 or a four-course meal at Dh168. From grape leaves dolma to wagyu tenderloin and Mediterranean pasta, the offerings reflect a culinary journey from the Mediterranean coast to the Middle East.
Lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12:30pm to 4pm in an opulent setting ideal for impressing clients or escaping the workday rush.
Greek simplicity at Avli
Avli by tashas offers a two-course lunch for Dh130, celebrating traditional Greek cuisine with modern finesse. Mezedes such as tuna carpaccio and calamari salad lead into mains including moussaka, chicken souvlaki, and red snapper.
Desserts like pisies and tahinopiya are available for an additional cost. The deal runs Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Mediterranean delights at BOCA
BOCA’s Business Lunch Express delivers flavour and efficiency with two courses for Dh118 or three for Dh145. Diners can start with gazpacho or quinoa salad and move on to dishes like barbequed Gulf prawn or pumpkin risotto. Dessert options include a cheese mousse kunafa roll or chocolate crema catalana. Available Monday to Thursday from 12pm to 3:30pm.
Chic Italian at Chic Nonna
Chic Nonna blends elegance and tradition with two courses for Dh130 or three for Dh140.
Starters include fennel salad or sautéed prawns with caponata, followed by mains such as Lasagna della Nonna and seafood risotto. Lunch is served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2pm.
Cipriani sophistication
Cipriani offers a refined three-course lunch for Dh168, ideal for business meetings or leisurely afternoons.
The Italian fine dining venue promises elegant service and a menu that includes carefully selected starters, mains, and desserts. Available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5pm.
French flair at LPM
LPM brings French finesse to DIFC with two lunch options: Le Petit Menu at Dh135 (starter and main) and Le Grand Menu at Dh180 (with dessert).
Highlights include salmon ceviche, Provençale chicken, grilled sirloin, and pistachio cake. Served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Asian fusion at Shanghai Me
Shanghai Me delivers a three-course set menu at Dh130 featuring Chinese and Japanese staples like hot and sour soup, sesame prawns, and soy ginger beef tenderloin.
Dessert options such as matcha tiramisu are available for Dh40. Served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Iconic Japanese at Zuma
Zuma’s Ebisu Business Lunch includes miso soup, two starters, and a main course for Dh159. Choices span nigiri, crab salad, and wagyu sirloin with truffle sauce. Designed for efficiency and excellence, the lunch is available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm.
Located just a three-minute walk from Financial Centre Metro Station, DIFC remains one of the most accessible and attractive destinations for professionals seeking quality, convenience, and a taste of global cuisine during their midday breaks.