10 of the best family brunches in Dubai to bookmark for 2025
Others go in big, offering a brunch that keeps the kids happy, which makes the parents even happier.
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Family brunch in Dubai has become something to be celebrated. A family day out that pleases everyone, from the nippers being entertained by magicians and singers to the visiting grandparents soaking it all in – a little baffled by the extra-ness of it all, but merry all the same.
These are the best family brunches in Dubai, as recognised by the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2025.
Best family brunches in Dubai 2025
WINNER
Imagination Brunch
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Entertainment is at the heart of the Imagination brunch at Mowsem, with all sorts of mythical creatures doing the rounds to entertain little ones. Think unicorns, singing princesses, magicians and dancing wizards alongside activities including glitter face paints, arts and crafts, bouncy castle and a crazy magic potion show.
Food is great too, with an abundant buffet and a good mix of international items – graze on everything from pasta and pizza to salads and cold seafood, plus there are dim sum, curries, quiches, grills and more.
Licensed. Hilton Dubai The Palm. Sun 1.30pm-4.30pm. @imaginationbrunch (04 230 0073).
Check out our full Imagination Brunch review here
Highly commended
FamilyFest Brunch
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This absolute banger of a family brunch can be found at the Address Beach Resort. It follows the now well-established formula of keeping the kids entertained so the parents can amuse themselves.
Activities include balloon bending, slime-making and face painting plus shows from a singing princess and every kids' dream best friend, Magic Phil. With a festival theme, this brunch throws games, dancing and a circus parade into the mix, along with epic views over Ain Dubai and the Arabian Gulf.
The buffet is extravagant, the dessert display is next level, and drinks are free-flowing. It's pricier than some, but well worth it.
Licensed. Address Beach Resort, The Walk, JBR, @familyfestdubai (04 879 8888).
Check out our full FamilyFest Brunch review here
The Roast at Bubbalicious
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One of the best family brunches in Dubai, this one takes place on a Sunday at Mina's Kitchen at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi. A smaller version of the famed Bubbalicious brunch, The Roast, as the name suggests, focuses on serving a slap-up Sunday roast dinner. Dig into a range of meats, fluffy Yorkshires and crispy potatoes.
There's also a salad bar, seafood station, curries, mezze and a selection of pies to accompany mash and gravy. When it comes to desserts you're in for a real treat, too. The entertainment is great – expect live music, a magician, juggler, face painter, arts and crafts and more, all leading to a top-notch family afternoon to round off your weekend in the best of ways.
Licensed. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Al Sufouh (04 511 7373).
Check out our full Bubbalicious review here
Shortlisted
Agrabah Brunch
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Based around Aladdin, this Arabian Nights-style brunch is a cracker when it comes to keeping the whole gang entertained. With enough activities for kids of all ages, it's at a premium venue too – Hanaaya at Jumeirah Mina A'Salam.
The food is of good quality – there's a wide ranging buffet with roast dinners, mezze, sushi and more. Desserts will be a hit with the kids with a popcorn machine, ice cream bar and candyfloss on top of the usual puds. Throughout the afternoon, expect live shows from Aladdin and Jasmine, arts and crafts in the 'souk' and views of Burj Al Arab, too.
Licensed. Jumeirah Mina A'Salam, Umm Suqeim, familybrunchdubai.com.
Check out our full Agrabah review here
Bricks Brunch
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If your family is Lego-mad, then this family brunch is a no-brainer. Found at the Legoland Hotel at Dubai Parks & Resorts, you can visit for brunch on a Saturday afternoon or make a weekend out of it and get access to Legoland too.
There's an international buffet with all the usual suspects present and correct. Kids won't get bored once they've eaten either as there's a dance party, Lego-building bonanza and post-brunch Lego movie to settle down with.
Licensed. Legoland Hotel Dubai, Dubai Parks & Resorts, legoland.com/dubai (04 820 3123).
Golden Ticket Brunch
Inspired by king of candy Willy Wonka, this family-friendly brunch at Flow Kitchen features buffet stations dedicated to every part of chocolate-loving Charlie Bucket's journey. It's super fun, with foie gras Snickers, violet gnocchi and purple potato mash among the more classic brunch options of salads, mezze and seafood.
The dessert section is suitably over-the-top, with chocolate fountains and towering pancake stacks. Plenty of candy-themed decorations and interactive performances complete the whimsy.
Licensed. Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, fairmont.com (04 457 3388).
Into the Jungle
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This comes from the company Family Brunch, which specialises in laying a spectacular weekend out for the whole gang. Into The Jungle, as the name suggests, takes into account the foliage-filled surroundings of Giardino's interiors at Palazzo Versace Dubai and has a strong theme.
Expect an international buffet and plenty of entertainment throughout your Saturday afternoon, including live shows, balloon bending, face painting, arts and crafts and even an appearance from Magic Phil.
Licensed. Palazzo Versace Dubai, Al Jaddaf, familybrunchdubai.com (04 556 8805).
Check out our full Into The Jungle review here
McCafferty's WAFI
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A popular Irish pub, McCafferty's isn't just for adults. On a weekend, there's a special family brunch that will see all members of the family having a great time. It runs on both Saturday and Sunday, from 1pm until 5pm, so it's a decent stint, offering kids under five free meals.
There's a swimming pool to dive into, as well as face painting, a craft corner and live music. Pub grub ranges from fish and chips to Irish curry, burgers and bangers and mash, while there's a top carvery as well. Ice cream fans can dig into a nostalgic 99 to round it all off with.
Licensed. WAFI City, Oud Metha, mccaffertyswafi.com (058 507 3623).
Check out our full McCafferty's WAFI brunch review here
Mezzerie
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Once Upon A Brunch is the Saturday afternoon offering from Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah's all-day dining restaurant Mezzerie and it's a top choice. A great brunch, especially if your kids love all things fairy tale and princesses, there's loads to do and the afternoon will fly by. The buffet is decent, especially the desserts, while there's a special kids' buffet too.
Belle from Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella will impress kids with songs and stories, plus there's an outdoor area with a bouncy castle, ping pong and more. Not enough? Bring your swimwear as pool access is included, too.
Licensed. Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, onceuponabrunch.com.
Check out our full Once Upon A Brunch at Mezzerie review here
Yalumba Sunday Family Brunch
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Long known for its adult-focused Saturday brunch, Yalumba at Le Meridien Dubai has now added a Sunday family brunch to the mix – and it's really rather good.
Enjoy all the international dishes you could want from the large buffet (there's also a separate kids' buffet so they can feel like mini grown-ups) and entertainment for kids including pizza-making, a magic show and movie.
For an afternoon out that keeps everyone happy, this is one of the best value family brunches in Dubai.
Licensed. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Garhoud, yalumbadubai.com (04 702 2455).
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5 family-friendly spots where kids go free this Eid Al Adha
Eid Al Adha is just around the corner, so if you're a parent, you're almost definitely planning how to amuse your kids over the four-day long weekend. But day trips out with the whole fam don't need to break the bank — there are plenty of places letting the kiddos visit for free. If you like this: Eid Al Adha itinerary: All the fun things to do during the long weekend From swish staycations to magic shows and more, here's everything the little ones can attend without you paying a dirham. 5 activities where kids go free Expo City Credit: Supplied Running from Friday June 6 to Sunday June 8, kids under 12 can explore three different attractions for free at Expo City — Terra, Alif and Vision. From travelling through time and space to learning about what lives in the world's forests and oceans, the interactive exhibits will definitely keep the kids occupied for a few hours. Free entry (kids under 12), from Dhs80 (adult). Jun 6-8 10am-6pm. Expo City, Madame Tussauds (Credit: supplied) The waxwork attraction is offering a kids-go-free offer from Wednesday June 4, meaning you can redeem free entry for one child per adult ticket purchased. Snap a selfie with one of your favourite celebs from tennis stars to A-list movie actors. Free (kids under 11) with every adult ticket (offer ongoing from Wed Jun 4). From Dhs95. Open Mon-Fri 11.30am-8.30pm; Sat-Sun noon-9pm. Bluewaters Island, (04 873 3042). Magic Planet The games arcade in City Centre Deira will be offering a series of free magic shows, bubble shows and face painting between Friday June 6 and Sunday June 8. If the little ones want to use the similators or indoor rides, you will still have to top up a gaming card as usual, but up until Sunday June 15, you'll get 30 percent extra bonus points on the Dhs350 package. Free shows/entry. Jun 6-8. Open Mon 10am-11pm, Tue 10am-1am, Wed-Thu 10am-11pm, Fri-Sun 10am-midnight. City Centre Deira, (600 599905). Times Square Centre (Credit: Times Square Centre) From Friday June 6 to Sunday June 8, the community mall will be packed with free events for the little ones, including a live show from Magic Phil, teddy bear workshops, face painting, storytelling and even a sing-along or two. Free. June 6-8. Centre open Mon-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sun 10am-11pm. Times Square Centre, Al Quoz, (04 341 8020). voco Dubai The Palm (Credit: Supplied) If you fancy a family staycay, you'll be pleased to hear that kiddos under 12 can stay for free at voco Dubai The Palm. Not only that, but they can dine all day for free from a dedicated kids' menu at Maison Mathis, enjoy unlimited ice cream by the pool or beach, as well as free-flowing soft drinks. If you like this: We've found the best Eid Al Adha staycation deals in Dubai Each room can accommodate up to two children per booking. From Dhs580 per night. Sun June 1 to Sun Aug 31. West Beach, Palm Jumeirah, (04 249 5555). Looking for things to do during Eid Al Adha? Eid Al Adha itinerary: All the fun things to do during the long weekend Where to go and what to see over the break 23 fun things to do at night in Dubai, no matter your budget The best evening activities in the city for every price point Exploring Dubai? Here are 10 incredible things to do that are (almost) free Explore like a local without breaking the bank
