15 places to celebrate National Pancake Month in Dubai this February

This February, get ready to chow down on stacks of the best pancakes around…

Pancakes. A delicious dish that’s perfect for the weekends whether you’re at home or enjoying a staycation. The month of February is dedicated to the popular dish and there are several cafes and restaurants in Dubai whipping up delicious batches of the stuff.

And remember, Shrove Tuesday is coming up on February 16, and there are some great deals you need to avail of.

Here are 15 places to celebrate National Pancake Month in Dubai

Cafe Society

Café Society’s breakfast crepes are just what you need to make the most of this delicious day. Savour bites of banana and strawberry, or berries and Nutella dark chocolate ganache. Yum! The Instagrammable pancakes cost Dhs55 per person but for just Dhs10 more you can enjoy the restaurant’s daily breakfast deal, including your choice of freshly brewed coffee.

Café Society, Tamani Hotel Marina, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St, Dubai, breakfast served 9am to 11am daily. Tel: (04) 318 3755. @cafesocietydxb

II Passaggio

Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, Il Passagio is doing a buy one get one offer from 9am to 10pm on February 16. The deal is available on all their pancakes and crepe selection. If you have little ones under the age of four, their meal is on the house.

Il Passaggio, The Pointe, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, buy one get one free deal available on Feb 16 from 9am to 10pm. Tel: (04) 587 3111. @ilpassaggio_dxb

Denny’s, various locations across Dubai – Al Ghurair Center, Deira City Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Festival Plaza, timings vary. @dennys_me 

A true Dubai favourite, Brunch & Cake has launched a show-stopping Brownie Pancake. The homemade Nutella pancakes are coated in chocolate sauce, chocolate chip cookies, and a grilled banana. All yours for Dhs63.

Available only at Brunch & Cake in Al Wasl 51, Dubai.@brunchandcakeuae 

Reform Social & Grill

A special menu is available at this gastropub at The Lakes on Shrove Tuesday. It features five different flavours including Nutella stuffed pancake, spiced apple and caramel pancake, blueberry and buttermilk pancake and more. You can even treat yourself to a pint or prosecco, too. It will cost you just Dhs38 for each pancake.

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

Fuchsia

For a spot of something different, Fuchsia has a Thai coconut pancake with pandan custard for you to try. It will cost just Dhs25 and is available for dine-in and delivery only on February 16.

Fuchsia Urban Thai, Barsha Heights and Building 4 Bay Square, Dubai. Tel: (0)4 361 7117. fuchsiame.com

The Dubliners

Take the stress out of Shrove Tuesday and head to Dubliners where you will get a pint and a delicious pancake for just Dhs49. The cool deal is available all day and is the dream combo you didn’t even know you needed in your life.

The Dubliner’s, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Dubai, open daily noon to 3am, Dhs49. Tel: (04) 702 2455. @dublinersdubai

Koko Bay

Chic beachside spot Koko Bay will be celebrating the delicious dish for the whole week. From February 14 to 20, you’ll be able to sample two different types of pancake, Japanese-style Okonomiyaki with traditional savoury flavours, and the ‘Koko Nut’, a fluffy gluten-free treat which is packed with sweetness.

Koko Bay, Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah, February 14 to 20. Tel: (0)4 572 3444. @kokobayuae

LDC Kitchen + Coffee

The new homegrown dining concept, LDC Kitchen + Cafe in One JLT will be giving away a free stack of homemade buttermilk pancakes drizzled with maple syrup with any food and beverage purchase from 7am to 12pm on February 16. The great news? There’s no minimum spend and the pancakes will pair perfectly with a morning coffee.

Weslodge Saloon

When you dine at Weslodge Saloon on February 16, your table will be treated to a decadent pancake stack, absolutely free. The Canadian-style restaurant-bar will be dishing out a triple stack of fluffy buttermilk pancakes with maple syrup, caramelised fruits and vanilla ice cream to each table on the night.

Weslodge Saloon, 68 floor, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, Feb 16, 5.30pm to midnight. Tel: (04) 560 1700. weslodge.ae  

Clinton Street Bakery

This cool bakery is giving you a reason to visit multiple times during February if you are a pancake fan. The delicious flavours will be available only for a few days until a new one gets rolled out. There are 14 flavours to be tried including raspberry and chocolate, apple pie, cherry cobbler and more. Additionally, a free children’s pancake is being given away with every order of the main menu only on February 16.

Clinton St. Baking Company, City Walk, Downtown Dubai, Dubai. Tel: (04) 344 0705. clintonstreetbaking.ae

Eggspectation

At Eggspectation, you can pick from a special crazy pancake menu featuring six non-conventional pancakes. The sweet options include pancakes cannoli and chocolate Oreos and cream pancake. It will cost you just Dhs49.

Additionally, the team has already created the ultimate mini pancake sharing platter with multiple dips and sides. Perfect for those who can’t pick one particular flavour.

Eggspectation, The Beach JBR, open daily 7am to 9pm weekdays and up to 10pm weekends, Tel:(0)4 430 7252. City Walk Dubai, open daily 7am to 8pm. Tel:(0)4 240 6877. @eggspectationuae

Geales

Celebrate pancake day at Geales at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa and get three yummy pancakes for just Dhs50. On the day there will be a live pancake cooking station on the charming terrace with the chefs whipping up sweet and savoury options. On the sweet menu, there’s Nutella and maple syrup topped with fresh strawberries, bananas and other exotic fruits while the savoury options include tempting fillings including spinach, cheese, mushroom and even smoked salmon.

Geales, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai, on Feb 16, Dhs50. Tel: (0)4 316 5550. @gealesdubai

Marks & Spencer

A range of indulgent pancakes and toppings will be available at all of the food halls ahead of Pancake Day on February 16. Whether you like them fluffy or flavoured with fruits, there’s something for everyone including gluten-free options. They are available for dine-in or takeaway. M&S Cafe at Dubai Festival City Mall is also offering 25 per cent off on its delicious pancakes – so mark your diaries. If you’re making pancakes at home, the store also sells several toppings such as salted caramel, raspberry sauce and much more.

Pancake range available at Marks & Spencer food halls including Dubai Mall, Dubai Festival City Mall, Festival Plaza, Mall of the Emirates, Marina Walk, The Springs Souk and online on M&S Food, el Grocer, Deliveroo and NowNow apps.

Pancake House

A number of pancakes are available at this humble Filipino restaurant in Burjuman in Old Dubai and it’s worth a visit. The pancake options include caramel banana walnut, chocolate marble, blueberry and of course, classic topped with whipped butter. Go with family and order a variety so you can savour a number of flavours. It will cost you just Dhs32 for three delicious pancakes.

Pancake House, Burjuman, Dubai. Tel: (0)4 327 3584. @pancakehouseuae

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