< Previous10 JULY 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Concourse A Curb your cravings Enjoy a taste of the region at with moreish mezze, fantastic falafel and great grills at Comptoir Libanais When the call for delicious, homely Levantine food comes, the place to go is Comptoir Libanais. Whether you’re looking for a light bite or a comforting plate, you’ll find what you’re hankering for here. The famous brand serves up dishes from across Lebanon, North Africa and the Middle East. Originally set up by Tony Kitous in the UK, recipes are family favourites that he used to make with his mother growing up, so expect authentic tastes and comfort food faves. Mop up mezze like labneh, baba ghanoush and Tony’s Hommos – hummus topped with crispy, lightly spiced cauliflower. For something more substantial there are cheese-laden manakish, fully stuffed wraps (the halloumi one is a highlight) as well as warming tagines, grills and burgers. The décor is vibrant and fun, making it the ideal pit stop ahead of your flight. Matcha fans will want to hot foot it to Comptoir Libanais this month too, as there are special limited-edition flavours to try. Sip on strawberry matcha, white chocolate matcha or salted caramel matcha as you wait for your flight to be called. O Terminal 3, Concourse A, near GateA3. Comptoir LibanaisTerminal 3 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM JULY 2025 11 Directory Turn the page for Concourse map RESTAURANTS Asian Street Kitchen A funky restaurant featuring four street food and drinks stalls. Double Fried Chicken serves up the ultimate Seoul food. Find oodles of noodles at Noodles & Rice, or steaming Japanese ramen, Vietnamese pho, Malaysian laksa and dumplings at Ramen & Dumplings. There are frequently specials on the menu as well as deals, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled. O Near GateA21. Cho Gao 100 % VE GA N An Asian restaurant serving dishes including dim sum, noodle soups, sushi and mains such as Mongolian beef, Thai curries and kung pao chicken. Breakfast is available 24 hours a day at Cho Gao as well. O Near GateA3. Comptoir Libanais 100 % VEG AN Comptoir Libanais is your go-to place for laid-back Levantine dining. With colourful Vegetarian options 10 0% VEG AN Vegan options Halal Dairy-free options Gluten-free options Alcohol served KEY Pret A Manger interiors and a menu of familiar plates, like hummus and wraps, it’s a top pick. O Near GateA3. Costa Coffee 100% VEG AN Costa Coffee UAE has teamed up with home-grown favourites Chunk Bakehouse for two delicious drinks – the Chocolate Dreamshake and Tiramisu Dreamshake. They’re available until Sunday July 6, in Costa branches across DXB departures and arrivals, so get in quick. O Near GateA24. flour + stone Take your pick of flatbreads from around the world and choose exciting toppings and flavours to your liking. O Near GateA9. Get Your FIX 100 % VEG AN Try everything from fresh salads to pastries and açaí bowls, as well as coffees, teas and more from this grab-and-go spot in Concourse A. O Near GateA13. Giraffe World Kitchen 100 % VEG AN Ready for some hearty grub this month? Giraffe serves global classics to suit every taste bud. Pick from a list of plates from fish and chips to burritos, stir-fries to pasta dishes. Plus there’s a well-stocked breakfast menu and plenty of healthy options, too. O Near GateA18. Jones The Grocer 100% VEG AN Opt for this Australian café brand for when you want a quick and tasty bite ahead of your flight. Dig into everything from salads to sandwiches, pastries and more. O Near GateA5. McDonald’s Try the McArabia flatbread wrap, spicy McChicken burger, the Chicken Mac (aka a chicken version of the Big Mac) or a classic box of nuggests and fries, plus a karak chai tea. Fast and satisfying. O Near GateA16. Pret A Manger 100 % VEG AN This British chain serves up a familiar variety of snacks on the go. From sandwiches to cakes and protein pots to coffees, you’re in the right place for a tasty selection of treats. Plus, there’s a summer menu available this month including healthy pots and cooling drinks. O Near GateA22. Shake Shack Got a craving for a real American burger? Try this much-loved New York chain. Expect the usual assortment of burgers, hot dogs, shakes and frozen custard. Delicious. O Near GateA9. Treehouse Juicery 100 % VEG AN Along with selling fresh juices, you can also get salads, sandwiches and more. There’s a Project Chaiwala here too, so stop by to try a classic karak chai. O Near GateA12. BARS Bottega 100% VE GA N Bottega serves a true taste of Italy. Coming from a family renowned for its production of Italian sparkling grape, the restaurant promises delicious small plates and more than 20 different drinks. Be sure to try the swish bar bites to accompany them. O Near GateA10. 12 JULY 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Concourse A, Terminal 3 Jack’s Bar & Grill Jack’s Bar & Grill is an American bar- restaurant themed around the renowned Tennessee beverage. Jack’s has drinks on tap, as well as sport beamed from TV screens. Whether you’re looking for a chilled out meal on your own, some wings with pals or to watch sport on TV, you’ll be sorted here. Peckish? Tuck into burgers, grills, fried chicken, full breakfasts and loads more before you take off. O Near GateA15. LOUNGES Ahlan Lounge A welcoming and comfortable lounge that you can relax and unwind in ahead of your journey. There’s an international buffet to graze on, as well as a bar area and comfy seats to kick-back at pre-flight. O Near GateA1. marhaba lounge Whether you’re flying economy or first-class, you can book in and relax before your flight. With high-speed Wi-Fi, international food, drinks and showers (for an additional cost), checking in here will level up any transit. O Near GateA2 and GateA3. Plaza Premium Lounge The stylish lounge serves up a range of food and drinks, so you can relax and unwind with your family before you fly. O Near GateA2 and GateA3. SHOPPING adidas Need new kicks? Check out the pop-up of the world-famous sportswear and lifestyle brand and you’ll look slick for your travels. O Near the train arrival. Aesop The premium Australian skincare brand has a cutting-edge store and exclusive travel kits exclusive to Dubai. Purchase haircare, face products, hand washes, body creams and more in the state-of-the art shop. O Near GateA13. Chanel This sleek boutique showcases the newest accessories and ready-to-wear collections from the luxury French fashion brand. O Near GateA24. Dior Shop the brand’s ever-so-chic line, as well as accessories, bags and sunglasses. O Near GateA21. Dubai Duty Free With a variety of stores catering to a range of segments, you can pick up a number of discounted items. Dubai Duty Free has dedicated shops for everything from perfume and books to chocolate. You can enter the Millennium Millionaire Draw, too. O Concourse A. Dyson Want to know all about the Dyson Airwrap or noise-cancelling headphones? There’s an interactive shopping experience to try, where you can ask the experts questions before you buy yourself, or friends, a treat. O Concourse A, on the right after train arrival. 14 13 16 36 33 29 ENTRANCE 8 2 12 3 5 1819 23 25 23 34 32 11 RESTAURANTS 1. Asian Street Kitchen 2. Cho Gao 3. Comptoir Libanais 4. Costa Coffee 5. flour + stone 6. Get Your FIX 7. Giraffe World Kitchen 8. Jones The Grocer 9. McDonald’s 10. Pret A Manger 11. Project Chaiwala 12. Shake Shack 13. Treehouse Juicery BARS 14. Bottega 15. Jack’s Bar & Grill Gates A1-A12 20 35 2717Terminal 3 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM JULY 2025 13 Aesop Restrooms MosqueCurrency ExchangeATM Gucci A store devoted exclusively to the Italian fashion house’s accessories selection. O Near GateA24. Le Clos This award-winning fine beverage retailer has seven stores across arrivals and departures. It stocks brands from some of the world’s most esteemed beverage producers. Explore the rare and vintage selections from renowned Châteaux, artisan grape growers and Scottish distilleries. O Near GateA1. WELLBEING Be Relax An open airport spa, Be Relax brings speedy wellbeing and beauty treatments to Terminal 3, Concourse A. Make sure you book in for a pre-flight pamper, freshening facial or express mani. Both Concourse A branches have also now had a revamp. O Near GateA1 and GateA23. Dubai International Hotel and Timeless Spa Check in and chill out ahead of your flight. Want to pamper? Head to Timeless Spa, part of Dubai International Hotel, to take your pre-flight relaxation and pampering routine to the next level. O Part of Dubai International Hotel. sleep ‘n fly Need to catch up on sleep before you take off? Here, you can rent a bed, also known as a ‘pod’, by the hour and get some shut- eye before you board. Open 24 hours, you can request a wake-up call when you like. O Near GateA2. 15 3122 27 1 7 9 10 6 4 34 21 Gates A13-A24 SHOPPING 20. adidas 21. Aesop 22. Chanel 23. Dior 24. Dubai Duty Free WELLBEING 34. Be Relax 35. Dubai International Hotel 36. sleep ‘n fly LOUNGES 16. Ahlan Lounge 17. Emirates Lounges (upstairs) 18. marhaba lounge 19. Plaza Premium Liquor & Confectionery 25. Dubai Duty Free Electronics 26. Dubai Duty Free Fashion 27. Dubai Duty Free Perfume & Cosmetics 28. Dubai Duty Free Sunglasses 29. Dyson 30. Emirates Retail 31. Ferragamo 32. Gucci 33. Le Clos 28 24 27 34 30 26Terminal 3 14 JULY 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Concourse B Style and substance Make a step towards an ‘Earth positive future’ with PANGAIA’s new products Thinking about the environment? Eco- conscious travellers are well catered for at DXB thanks to eco-friendly brand PANGAIA. The fashion company prides itself on plant- based, naturally non-toxic products and promotes the use of sustainable materials. And if you’re looking for a new travel bag, you’re in the right place. The GAIA bag is an ideal gift to yourself (or your environmentally friendly pal). The radically minimal tote is crafted entirely from MIRUM, a 100 percent bio-based, animal-free leather alternative. The first edition of the bag is backed with Climate Beneficial Verified cotton, grown using regenerative practices that contribute to rebalancing the carbon cycle. Of course if you’re travelling, you’ll need to complete the look. For comfy travel gear, it’s time to discover the range of PANGAIA T-shirts. They’re all made from materials like organic cotton and wool, recycled and reused, limiting the use of new fibres. Looking for sports clothes? PANGAIA has a top selection to choose from too, as part of its new 365 Seamless Activewear range. From zipped tops and tank tops, to compressive leggings and shorts, there’s everything you need for a work out – be it Pilates or a jog round the park. O Terminal 3, Concourse B, near GateB11. PANGAIATIMEOUTDUBAI.COM JULY 2025 15 Directory Turn the page for Concourse map Vegetarian options 100 % VEG AN Vegan options Halal Dairy-free options Gluten-free options Alcohol served KEY L’Éclair de Génie to nature. Expect clean flavours. Ingredients are locally sourced where possible. O Near GateB9. Starbucks The world’s largest coffee chain, this is where you’ll find snacks and drinks. O Near GateB18. Paper Café 100% VE GA N Enjoy a range of snacks, sandwiches, hot drinks and more. O Near GateB25. The Daily DXB 100% VEG AN Visit The Market for snacks, Jailbird for burgers, St. Mia for pizza, Wanna Poke for poke bowls and Wok for Asian food. O Near GateB10. Treehouse Juicery 100 % VEG AN Pick up juices and smoothies, all blended to order so you can start your journey in the healthiest (and tastiest) of ways. O Near GateB12. Veranda Café Try an all-day menu with European and Asian flavours. There are also combo deals if you’re after a snack and a drink together. O Near GateB21. BARS Budweiser Bar Here you can chill out while viewing sports games. There’s a fresh new menu too, with nachos, skewers, wings, hot dogs and more. Check it out. O Near GateB27. The Hangar If you’re looking for somewhere to watch the sport while in DXB, The Hangar is for you. The venue has a diner-bar feel, several screens showing sports and special deals. O Near GateB7. ART Wildlife Photography A spectacular art exhibit, located between Concourses B and C, showcases stunning pieces by world-renowned South African wildlife photographer Chris Fallows. O Between Concourse B and Concourse C. LOUNGES Ahlan Lounge at B Gates A welcoming and comfortable lounge that RESTAURANTS Costa Coffee 100% VE GA N The coffee shop chain is famous globally for its coffee, pastries and snacks. Ideal for munching on ahead of your flight. O Near GateB2. Five Guys You’ll find this hugely popular burger brand in DXB, with all the burgers, fries and shakes you know and love, plus breakfast items and a bar as it’s the only licensed branch in the region. O Near GateB10. Get Your FIX 100 % VE GA N Get Your FIX brews its coffee in six ways including Syphon, Chemex, Aeropress and cold drip. Grab a cup before you take off. O Near GateB3. Grabbit 100 % VE GA N Sip on a smoothie and pick up a snack. O Near GateB12. Hard Rock Cafe 100 % VE GA N Get ready for the World Burger Tour. Be sure to try the limited-edition Gochujang Burger until Monday August 4. O Near GateB25. L’Éclair de Génie Don’t miss a visit to this luxury patisserie from chef Christophe Adam. O Near GateB15. McDonald’s The fast food chain serves all your favourites, from burgers to nuggets. O Near GateB26. O’Briens A popular Irish café serving handcrafted sandwiches that you can grab to go. O Near GateB14. ROOTS Food that’s fresh, simple and connects you 16 JULY 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Emirati District Concourse B, Terminal 3 RESTAURANTS 1. Costa Coffee 2. Five Guys 3. flour + stone 4. Get Your FIX 5. Grabb’it 6. Hard Rock Cafe 7. L’Éclair de Génie 8. McDonald’s 14 4 15 2 13 46 16 9 23 53 26 30 2725 39 51 47 37 43 19 7 3354 Gates B1-B16 and Concourse C 9. O’Briens 10. Paper Café 11. ROOTS 12. Starbucks 13. The Daily DXB 14. The Hangar 15. Tranzeet 16. Treehouse Juicery 17. Veranda Café BARS 18. Budweiser Bar SHOPPING 19. adidas 20. Bvlgari 21. Candylicious 22. Cartier 23. Chanel 24. Dior 25. Dubai Duty Free Confectionery 26. Dubai Duty Free Electronics 27. Dubai Duty Free Fashion 28. Dubai Duty Free Gold & Jewellery 29. Dubai Duty Free Lifestyle 30. Dubai Duty you can relax and unwind in ahead of your flight. It’s the ideal way to start a journey. O Near GateB26. Emirates Business Class Lounge Those flying with Emirates in business class and above can relax before their flight in the dedicated Business Class Lounge. O Near GateB16. Game Space Want to pass the time quickly? The first airport gaming lounge in the Middle East is the perfect place to unwind. O Near GateB27. marhaba lounge Whether you’re flying economy or first class, you can book into the marhaba lounge. O Near GateB21. SHOPPING adidas The famous sports brand has everything you need to get moving, from sweatshirts to sneakers and more. Or just pick up some new threads and look the part as you fly. O Near Gate B7. Bvlgari The luxury Italian fashion house sells a selection of its accessories in Concourse B. O Near GateB16. Candylicious From gummy bears to lollipops, chocolates and more, there are loads of sweet treats. O Near GateB28. Cartier Browse Cartier’s famous high-end jewellery. O Near GateB18. Chanel Chic French fashion house Chanel sells a selection of its world-famous accessories. O Near GateB16. Dubai Duty Free Dubai Duty Free in Concourse B stocks everything from perfume to electronics. O Concourse B. 5 31 11Terminal 3 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM JULY 2025 17 LOUNGES 47. Ahlan Lounge 48. Emirates Lounges (upstairs) 49. Game Space 50. marhaba lounge ART & WELLBEING 51. Be Relax 52. DXB Hotel 53. sleep ‘n fly 54. Wildlife Photography 55. XpresSpa Restrooms MosqueATM Currency Exchange ENTRANCE 34 20 41 22 24 28 32 38 1 1 28 29 17 52 12 35 55 47 8 49 18 6 45 40 48 51 50 10 3 21 36 51 42 Gates B17-B32 Free Liquor & Tobacco 31. Dubai Duty Free Perfume & Cosmetics 32. Dubai Duty Free Watches 33. Emirati District 34. Ferragamo 35. Fortnum & Mason 36. Garett Popcorn 37. Gucci 38. Jo Malone 39. Le Clos 40. LEGO Store 41. Louis Vuitton 42. Nike 43. PANGAIA 44. Ray-Ban 45. Rock Shop 46. The Macallan Emirati District Pick up home fragrances, dates and more from up-and-coming Emirati businesses. O Concourse B and Concourse C link. Ferragamo Explore a range of luxury accessories. O Near GateB16. Fortnum & Mason Sip on a free sampling of the infusions collection and pick up a luggage tag from the Voyage collection this month. O Near GateB21. Gucci Peruse luxe accessories from Gucci. O Near GateB16. Jo Malone Get all your favourite scents here. O Near GateB18. LEGO Store During July try a make-and-take basketball set and boombox kit (while stocks last). O Near GateB25. Louis Vuitton Find luxury leather bags and accessories at this famous design fashion brand. O Near GateB18. Nike Discover performance and leisure wear to keep you cool and comfy at Nike. O Near GateB28. PANGAIA Get free fabric embroidery on purchases over Dhs800 this month. O Near GateB11. Ray-Ban Shop for the famed brand’s products here in DXB, including the new Meta glasses. O Near GateB28. Rock Shop Grab T-shirts, accessories and more. O Near GateB25. Macallan Browse bottles for gifts and collectors. O Near GateB10. WELLBEING Be Relax Be Relax offers manis, pedis, facials and more to kick-start your travels. O Near GateB10, GateB13, GateB18 and GateB23. DXB Hotel Catch a few zzzs, chill out at the spa or just unwind before your flight at DXB Hotel. O Concourse B. sleep ‘n fly Here you can take a nap or visit an oxygen bar to help you feel energised. O Near GateB16. Timeless Spa Get facials, manicures and more at this spa found within Dubai International Hotel. Perfect for when you want to pamper. O Part of Dubai International Hotel. XpresSpa Relax and unwind ahead of your flight with massages, nail care, facials and more. O Near GateB21. 44Terminal 3 18 JULY 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Concourse C Take a bite Sandwiches to arrive early at the airport for at All’Antico Vinaio There’s something about travelling that makes us peckish (even more so than normal). And for those pre-flight hunger pangs, All’Antico Vinaio is here to help. Whether you’ve been to Italy (or are even on the way there) and tried the globally famous brand’s glorious sandwiches, or have seen them on social media (they went viral for a reason), these are some tasty All’Antico Vinaio sarnies that you’re going to want to get your hands on, trust us. Set up by the Mazzanti family back in 1991, there are more than 30 shops around the world – with Las Vegas, New York, Milan, LA and Rome among them, all attracting legions of sandwich fans. You’ll even see queues down the streets for these at the OG Florence shops, they’re that good. Stuffed full of tasty, fresh ingredients including cheese, cold meats, vegetables and more, the handhelds are made from Tuscan schiacciata bread that’s crispy on the outside and pillowy soft on the inside. All you need to do is to choose your filling (and take a snap, these are too good not to document after all). That’s amore. O Terminal 3, Concourse C, near GateC13.TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM JULY 2025 19 Directory Turn the page for Concourse map RESTAURANTS All’Antico Vinaio All’Antico Vinaio has been serving super sandwiches in freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread since 1991. Tourists flock to the original Florence locations, while there are now more than 30 stores around the world. DXB is part of the family, serving a special Dubai sandwich alongside favourites including the Firenze, Inferno and Boss. Which one will be your favourite? O Near GateC13. Food Village 100 % VEG AN You can find Indian street food at Taste of India and Adya, speciality coffees at Urban Bean, American-Chinese dishes at Panda Express, fried chicken at KFC, beverages at Tiger Bar and the usuals at McDonald’s. You’ll be spoilt for choice before take off. O Near GateC11. McCafé McCafé is a coffee house version of the famed fast food chain, serving drinks, pastries, cakes and more. O Near GateC12. Paul In Concourse C, you can start your day by saying bonjour to Paul. Expect breakfast bites, stuffed croissants, sandwiches and more to make your travels tastier. O Near GateC21. S34 100 % VE GA N At S34 you’ll find seriously tasty Middle Eastern and Asian-fusion bites. The Emirati café serves sambousek and samosas if you’re after a snack, plus heartier mains. There’s also Project Chaiwala to try, so sip on a cuppa or pick up a paratha while you wait for your flight. O Near GateC35. Starbucks Find your favourite hot and cold drinks, including frappuccinos, Americanos and Vegetarian options 100 % VEG AN Vegan options Halal Dairy-free options Gluten-free options Alcohol served KEY Food Village chai tea lattes, plus cakes, pastries and sandwiches to tuck into ahead of your flight. O Near GateC1 & GateC18. Tranzeet 100 % VEG AN Enjoy a selection of American and Asian dishes and more at this eatery. There’s everything from healthy salads to burgers, plus snacks, treats and more to buy before you board the plane. O Near GateC21. BARS O’Regan’s Irish Bar & Restaurant Named in honour of Dr. Brendan O’Regan, pioneer of airport duty-free and hospitality, O’Regan’s offers a stylish environment with airport views and a variety of global food and beverage offerings. There’s plenty to try, from burgers to grills, salads and more, plus a wide range of drinks, TV screens and loads of other reasons to visit. O Near GateC14. The Sports Shack Love live sport? You don’t have to miss a game while in Concourse C. Not when The Sports Shack is on hand with its beIN SPORTS Subscription. Along with showing games, there’s also a pool table, so if you don’t fancy watching sport you can get competitive with your pals instead. O Near GateC23. LOUNGES Ahlan Lounge A welcoming and comfortable lounge that you can relax and unwind in. O Near GateC13. The Sports ShackNext >