Palace Downtown’s festive dining guide for December

From daily afternoon tea with Burj Khalifa views to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day spreads at Ewaan, here is what the hotel has planned through early January

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Palace Downtown has mapped out its full festive dining programme, with daily afternoon tea at Al Bayt from 1 December and Christmas Eve and Day dinners at Ewaan. Pricing runs from AED 145 for group afternoon tea to AED 695 for premium Christmas Day packages, with events continuing through 7 January.

Key points

  • Festive afternoon tea at Al Bayt runs daily from 1 December to 7 January
  • Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners at Ewaan from AED 295 per person
  • Turkey takeaway available from 7 December, priced from AED 899

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Palace Downtown has announced its festive dining programme for Christmas and New Year 2026, featuring afternoon tea, turkey takeaway, Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day brunch and New Year’s Eve gala dinners across its dining venues.

Overlooking Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain, the hotel will host dining experiences from December 1, 2026 to January 7, 2027, with a selection of menus, beverage packages and entertainment.

The programme includes offerings at Al Bayt and Ewaan, with prices starting at AED 190 per person for afternoon tea and AED 295 per person for Christmas Eve dinner.

Festive Afternoon Tea at Al Bayt starts at AED 190

Al Bayt will serve festive afternoon tea daily from December 1 to January 7, 2027, between 2pm and 6pm. The experience will include a selection of festive treats and teas, accompanied by harpist performances. Guests can also enjoy views of Burj Khalifa while dining at the venue.

The afternoon tea is priced at AED 190 per person with soft beverages, while a package including a glass of sparkling grape costs AED 225 per person. Groups of more than 10 guests can book the afternoon tea at AED 145 per person, including soft beverages.

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Children aged six to 11 will receive a 50 per cent discount, while children below five can dine free of charge. The U By Emaar discount is also applicable. Guests are advised to book 48 hours in advance, although walk-ins will be accepted.

Reservations can be made by calling +971 4 428 7961 or emailing [email protected].

Palace Downtown offers Festive Turkey Takeaway from AED 899

Palace Downtown will also offer a turkey takeaway service at Al Bayt from December 7 to January 7, 2027, with collection available between 10am and 11pm.

The takeaway includes a turkey prepared by the hotel’s culinary team, served with side dishes and festive accompaniments. Two turkey sizes will be available. A turkey weighing between 6kg and 7kg will cost AED 899, while a turkey weighing between 10kg and 11kg will be priced at AED 1,099.

Both options include a selection of side dishes and accompaniments. The service is available for collection only, and bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance.

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Customers can place orders or request information by calling +971 4 428 7961 or emailing [email protected].

Christmas Eve Dinner at Ewaan to Feature Buffet and Live Entertainment

Ewaan will host its Christmas Eve dinner on Thursday, December 24, from 7pm to 10.30pm. The restaurant will serve a buffet featuring dishes from international cuisines, accompanied by live entertainment. The dinner will take place in Ewaan’s Arabian-inspired dining setting.

The soft beverage package is priced at AED 295 per person, while the house beverage package will cost AED 445 per person. Guests choosing the premium beverage package, which includes sparkling grape, will pay AED 695 per person.

A group rate of AED 255 per person, including soft beverages, will be available for bookings of more than 10 guests. Children aged six to 11 will receive a 50 per cent discount, while children below five can dine free of charge. U By Emaar discounts will also apply.

Advance reservations are recommended at least 48 hours before the dinner, although walk-ins will be accepted. Bookings can be made by calling +971 4 428 7961 or emailing [email protected].

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Christmas Day Brunch at Ewaan Starts at AED 395

On Friday, December 25, Ewaan will host a Christmas Day brunch from 1pm to 4pm. The brunch will feature a buffet of international dishes and live entertainment, with dining packages available according to guests’ beverage preferences.

The soft beverage package will cost AED 395 per person, while the house beverage package will be priced at AED 445 per person. A premium beverage package, including sparkling grape, will be available for AED 695 per person.

Children aged six to 11 will receive a 50 per cent discount, and children below five will dine free of charge. The U By Emaar discount is applicable to the brunch.

Guests are encouraged to make reservations 48 hours in advance, although walk-ins will also be accommodated. For reservations, guests can call +971 4 428 7961 or email [email protected].

Palace Downtown announces Christmas Day Dinner at Ewaan

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Ewaan will continue its Christmas Day celebrations with a dinner service on Friday, December 25. The restaurant will offer a buffet featuring seasonal dishes and live entertainment, allowing guests to continue their Christmas celebrations into the evening.

A selection of beverage packages will also be available. The hotel’s announcement also refers to New Year’s Eve gala dinners across its venues, forming part of its festive dining programme.

Palace Downtown Christmas 2026: Prices and booking details

The hotel’s festive dining programme includes several packages for individuals, families and groups, with discounts available on selected experiences.

The main dining offers and starting prices are summarised below.

Festive experienceDateStarting price
Festive Afternoon Tea at Al BaytDecember 1 – January 7AED 190 per person
Festive Turkey Takeaway at Al BaytDecember 7 – January 7AED 899 per turkey
Christmas Eve Dinner at EwaanDecember 24AED 295 per person
Christmas Day Brunch at EwaanDecember 25AED 395 per person
Christmas Day Dinner at EwaanDecember 25Not specified
New Year’s Eve Gala DinnersDecember 31Not specified

For bookings and enquiries, guests can contact Palace Downtown on +971 4 428 7961.

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Afternoon tea and turkey takeaway enquiries can be directed to [email protected], while Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day brunch reservations can be made through [email protected].