Looking for the best way to celebrate Orthodox Christmas in Dubai?
Orthodox Christmas in Dubai is here, and the city is bursting with festive feasts, live music, and unforgettable dining experiences. From caviar dinners and Michelin-starred menus to family-friendly feasts and Greek-style celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
Nammos Dubai
Celebrate Orthodox Christmas by the sea at Nammos Dubai on January 7 and make it a day to remember. There will be a special set menu for Dhs750, available for lunch and dinner, alongside your favourite a la carte dishes. With live music from a Russian singer to top off the evening.
When: 12:30pm to 2am, January 7
Price: Dhs750
Book: (058) 121 0000
KIRA
Step aboard The KIRA Express for a chic Orthodox Christmas celebration on January 6. From 8pm, the restaurant comes alive with live entertainment, creating a festive, vibrant atmosphere across KIRA’s elegant interiors and balmy terrace.
Choose from two exclusive Caviar and Champagne Experiences: Oscietra Caviar with Ruinart Blanc de Blancs (Dhs2,500) or Oscietra Caviar with Cristal (Dhs5,000) for an extra special evening of indulgence. Perfect for friends, family, or loved ones, KIRA offers a stylish setting to celebrate the festive evening in style.
When: 8pm onwards, January 6
Price: From Dhs2,500
Book: (04) 328 1665
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Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas with a decadent dining experience at the one-Michelin-starred Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Atlantis The Royal. From January 5 to 11, 6pm to 11pm, savour a specially curated menu featuring luxurious caviar, blending festive tradition with Heston’s innovative flair. It’s a modern take on classic flavours, perfect for a truly memorable celebration.
When: 6pm to 11pm, January 5 to 11
Price: Contact for menu pricing
Book: Atlantis The Royal
Note: Guests must be 12 years or older to dine after 9pm
STAY by Yannick Alléno
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas with a refined caviar dinner at STAY by Yannick Alléno, One&Only The Palm, on January 7. From 7pm, enjoy a carefully crafted tasting menu highlighting Prunier’s world-famous caviar, with exquisite dishes like Langoustine Royale with vanilla butter and Wild Seabass in a squid veil. The evening concludes with delicate desserts including Ile Flottante with vanilla caviar and English cream.
Set in STAY’s dramatic monochrome dining room, this is a night of French culinary precision and festive elegance.
When: 7pm onwards, January 7
Price: Dhs2,000 per person
Book: (04) 440 1010
Ossiano
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas at Ossiano, the one-Michelin-star restaurant at Atlantis, The Palm, on January 7. From 6pm, enjoy a special tasting menu for Dhs1,500 per person while surrounded by the stunning Ambassador Lagoon and its enchanting marine life. This serene and magical setting makes for an unforgettable festive evening.
When: 6pm to 11pm, January 7
Price: Dhs1,500 per person
Book: Atlantis, The Palm
Note: Guests must be 13 years and older
OPA Dubai
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Celebrate Christmas the Greek way at OPA Dubai with festive family-style feasts, drinks, and lively music. From Christmas Eve through to Orthodox New Year in mid-January, enjoy the warmth and generosity of Greek traditions in a fun, vibrant setting.
When: Daily from 7pm onwards until 13 January 2026
Price: À la carte
Book: (04) 357 0557
Nobu by the Beach
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas in style at Nobu by the Beach, Atlantis The Royal, on January 7. From 11:30am to 10:30pm, enjoy a specially curated festive à la carte menu featuring dishes like langoustine with caviar dashi ponzu, poached cold blue lobster, and king crab leg with foie gras. A live DJ will keep the atmosphere vibrant and sophisticated, making it a truly memorable celebration.
When: 11:30am to 10:30pm, January 7
Price: À la carte and seasonal specials
Book: Atlantis The Royal
Note: Guests must be 12 years or older to dine after 9pm
Gastronomy
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Celebrate Orthodox Christmas at Gastronomy, Atlantis The Royal, on January 7, with a festive feast of authentic Slavic dishes. From 6pm to 10:30pm, enjoy slow-roasted lamb, beef shashlik, mushroom and truffle pirozhki, smoked sturgeon, borscht, potato vareniki, Olivier salad, and more. Live music and entertainment will create a vibrant, immersive festive atmosphere for the whole family.
When: 6pm to 10:30pm, January 7
Price: Dhs550 per adult, Dhs275 for ages 4 to 13, free for under 3
Book: Atlantis The Royal
