Expo 2020 is projected to be one of the UAE’s biggest public events. It is also aimed at inspiring the visitors to take efforts for preservation and protecting the planet so that a better future can be built for everyone.
The Expo will be welcoming thousands of guests from all around the world. Amongst the hundreds of pavilions that will grace the Expo grounds, there will also be several culinary hotspots. These restaurants and popups will be serving a plethora of dishes to the expo goers.
From delicious baked goods to Michelin star meals, the expo will have it all. And if you visit this event then wouldn’t you want to dine in some of the finest restaurant or enjoy the local delicacies.
So, here we are with a list of restaurants and cafes that you must give a try starting from Coffee and Breakfast to Post Dinner Sweets
Start your day right with some Coffee And Breakfast
Depresso Coffee
Woludn’t it be a great idea to start your day right at the Expo with a hot cuppa joe with a mini doughnut? Well, Depresso Coffee will do it all. The Baristas will even help you pick a doughnut that perfectly complements your favorite kind of wake-up juice. From traditional espresso-based drinks to specialty coffees and frappucinos, Depresso coffeehas all the options for you. So why be depresso when you can have a doughnut and an espresso!
Location: Mobility District
Timing: 10:00 – 00:00
Bread Ahead
Speaking of Doughnuts! The next amazing location worth visiting at the Expo would be Bread Ahead. Specializing in treats like sweet, fluffy, and delicate doughnuts, scrumptious sourdough bread, and even gluten-free bread, this location has something for everyone. Also, the fact that they also offer baking home baking lessons is the cherry on top!
Location: Mobility District
Timing: 13:30 – 01:00
Tired of walking around & wanna sit for Lunch? Well here are a few options.
Ecco Pizza & Pasta
Be it lunch or dinner, if what you desire is a hearty meal, then Ecco is the perfect option for you. A mix between fine dine and fast food, this location offers a casual dining experience. The chefs over at Ecco have perfected the balance between tradition and modernity and are whipping out plates of pasta and pizzas that any Italian nonna would happily approve.
Location: Opportunity District
Timing: 10:00 – 00.00
Adrift Burger Bar
From LA to Tokyo to Singapore and now in Dubai, David Meyer’s Adrift Burger has left its mark on the culinary landscape. Enjoy authentic American Hamburgers, created from Celebrity Chef David Meyers Secret recipe at Adrift Burger. The Adrift Burger Bar also serves craft cocktails that will leave you coming back for more.
Location: Mobility District
Timing: 10:00 – 22:00
Evening Drinks : For its time to get the buzz on!
The Irish Village
Experience the Irish pub culture in the heart of Dubai at the Irish Village. Enjoy a pint of beer or the finest Irish Whisk(e)y with perfectly paired traditional dishes, while you listen to peppy Irish tunes. Considered an Irish hot in the heart of Dubai this place is a perfect spot for you to get a drink or two while at the expo.
Location: Jubilee park
Timing: 11:00 – 01:00
Garden on 1
If you yearn to be in the company of fellow sports enthusiasts with a beer in your hand. And if you also want tocheer on your favorite sports team then Garden on 1 is just the place for you to be. With designated happy hour offers, music, live entertainment, and even outdoor seating; Garden on 1 is a one-stop entertainment spot.
Location: Mobility District
Timing: Saturday to Wednesday: 12:00 – 23:30 and Thursday to Friday: 12:00 – 01:00
Enjoy Dinner like Kings and Queens
Kutir
Enjoy an amazing dinner service at Michelin star chef Rohit Ghai’s traditional Indian fine dining restaurant. Chef Rohit Ghai has created a menu inspired by the Indian grassroots tradition of hunting and feasting on the day’s hunt. Everything at Kutir is prepared fresh with seasonal ingredients and traditionally accurate spices. Kutir aims at giving its patrons an authentic Indian dining experience that perfectly balances the natural rustic flavors and the fine dine experience.
Location: Opportunity District
Timing: 12:00 – 01:00
Alkebulan
Enjoy authentic African food at Alkebulan African Dining Hall. As you must know, Africa is a huge continent and home to a plethora of cultures and cuisines. Hence, it may make it hard for some common joe like you and me to try it all. But a group of Top chefs hailing from the many regions and cultures will be here representing their cultures and cuisines. Alkebulan aims at giving you a small glimpse of what the huge continent of Africa is all about when it comes to food.
Location: Jubilee Park
Timing: Saturday to Wednesday: 10:00 – 23:30 and Thursday to Friday: 10:00 – 01:00
You did not think we would let you go without some dessert recommendations did you?
Feras Hanoun Sweets
Finish the day on a high note with fresh and delicate traditional Arabic sweetmeats prepared with love and care at Feras Hanoun Sweets. From syrupy Kanafeh to delicate Baklavas Feras Hanoun has them all. This eatery will surely satiate your sweet tooth after an exhilarating day of exploring the various exhibits.
Location: Mobility District
Timing: 10:00 – 01:00
Floozie Cookie
Floozie Cookies are an amazing dessert option for our vegan friends. This London-based bakery has now moved to Dubai. Floozie cookies are known for their 5 signature cookies and a seasonally changing sixth flavor.
Location: Sustainability District
Timing: 10:00 – 21:00
These along with many other eateries will keep your hunger for food in check while you satiate your hunger for information, at the Expo 2020.