When you don’t want to brunch, but definitely want to lunch…

Ever find yourself wondering where to go on the weekend that won’t be filled with Friday brunchgoers? From weekend roasts to unlimited sushi, here’s our pick of the best weekend lunch deals in Dubai to try.

Here’s to a chilled out weekend…

Molecule

Cool d3 restaurant molecule give you a weekend lunch deal you can’t refuse. Every Friday from 12pm, you’ll be able to buy one get one free on all items from the a la carte menu, including drinks and desserts. So when you order a starter, you can get the same item, or a cheaper starter for free, and the same for mains and desserts.

Molecule Restaurant, Ground Floor, Building 6, Dubai Design District, Dubai, Fridays from 12pm. Tel: (052) 949 2202. facebook.com/moleculedxb

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Luchador

If you’re looking for a Saturday weekend lunch with a view, the one from Luchador at Aloft Palm is pretty special. Their ‘Saturdaze’ deal will get you a three-course Mexican menu with three house drinks for Dhs179. You’ll also get free pool access ’til 7pm too.

Luchador, Aloft Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 12.30pm to 4pm, Saturdays, three courses, three drinks and pool access for Dhs179. Tel: (04) 247 5550. luchadordubai.com

The Daily

The Daily at Rove Hotel is a brilliant wallet-friendly Friday deal, with unlimited trips to the buffet from 11am to 3.30pm for Dhs99 for adults and Dhs49 for kids. The deal is available at The Daily in Dubai Marina, City Centre, Healthcare City and Trade Centre.

The Daily, Rove Hotels, various locations, Dubai, 11am to 3.30pm, Fridays, The Bench Brunch, Dhs99 for adults and Dhs49 for children. rovehotels.com

Stoke House

Another great one for a family day out is Stoke House at DAMAC Hills. Every Friday from 12pm to 6pm when you order a pizza or a burger, you’ll get 50 percent off sparkling wine. If you can only make it on the Saturday, you can tuck into a hearty roast dinner with all the trimmings for Dhs115 for adults and Dhs65 for kids.

Stoke House, Al Qudra Road, Al Hebiah Third, DAMAC Hills, Dubai, get 50 percent off sparkling wine when you order a pizza or burger. Tel: (04) 245 3939. facebook.com/stokehousedubai

Spike Bar

Spike at Emirates Golf Club has loads of weekend lunch offers to keep you satisfied all weekend. There’s a daily burger and pint deal for Dhs89, pizza and two mixed drinks for Dhs99 as well as a daily lunch buffet from 11.30am to 3.30pm for Dhs105. If you’re heading there on a Saturday to catch the game, you can chow down on a portion of chicken wings that comes with four bottles of beer for Dhs169.

Spike Bar, Emirates Golf Club, Emirates Hills, Dubai, daily 9am to 1.30pm. Tel: (04) 417 9842. facebook.com/spikebardubai

The Lion by Nick & Scott

If your weekend isn’t complete without a roast, you can get one with all the trimmings, plus a pint for Dhs110 at The Lion, every Saturday and Sunday. They’re always playing the latest matches on the big screens, so it’s the perfect way to spend your Saturday.

The Lion by Nick & Scott, The H Hotel, Downtown Dubai, 7pm to 8pm, Tuesdays. Tel: (04) 359 2366. facebook.com/TheLionDubai

Azure Beach

Can’t face anything but dipping in and out of the pool at the weekend? Check out super-Instagrammable pool, Azure Beach, where you can get access for Dhs200 on weekends, but Dhs100 of that is redeemable on food and beverages, poolside. If you’re there on Saturday, you might want to hang around ’til 8pm when Azure’s Vogue party kicks off.

Azure Beach, Rixos Premium Dubai, Dubai, 10am to 1am, weekends, Dhs200 pool access with Dhs100 redeemable on F&B. Tel: (052) 777 9472. azure-beach.com

Loca

In the mood for a little fiesta at the weekend? Loca serve up a Fajita Fiesta on Saturdays where you can get any fajita along with two beers or wines for Dhs109.

Loca, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai, Saturdays. Tel: (04) 346 1111. facebook.com/LocaUAE

Bidi Bondi

This Australian-style sports bar on The Palm has been around for years, and has a loyal following for their weekend deals. Their Palm Weekender lunch deal has been around just as long and it’s great value for money. Get five house drinks or four house drinks and a main meal for Dhs155 every Friday and Saturday.

Bidi Bondi, Shoreline, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, Fridays and Saturdays all day, 5 house drinks or 4 house drinks and a main, Dhs155. Tel: (04) 427 0515. facebook.com/bidibondi.palmshoreline

Reform

Craving a hearty roast? Reform do a belly-warming plateful of a traditional roast every Saturday and Sunday. On Saturdays, order a roast and get two hours of unlimited red or white house wine. You can get chicken for Dhs100 or beef or pork for Dhs124. Prefer your roast on a Sunday? They’re two-for-one all day.

Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes, Dubai, Saturdays and Sundays. Tel: (04) 454 2638. reformsocialgrill.ae

Nara

Does unlimited sushi sound right up your street? Visit Nara Pan Asian restaurant in JLT on Saturdays for unlimited sushi and dim sum and a bottle of wine for Dhs299 for two.

Nara, Cluster A, JLT, Dubai, 12pm to 6pm, Saturdays. Tel: (04) 421 1356. facebook.com/narajlt

Little Bangkok

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With seven restaurants across Dubai, including locations in JLT, Media City and Motor City, you’re bound to find a Little Bangkok on your doorstep wherever you are. Every Friday and Saturday you can literally eat as much as you can, unlimited, for Dhs129.

Little Bangkok, various locations, Dubai. littlebangkok.com

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