< Previous50 September 30 – October 13 2020 timeoutdubai.com LADIES’ NIGHTS ARE in full swing, and if you’re looking to try something different this week, check out one of these. Charm Thai The deal: Two free drinks and 25 percent off a special menu This friendly, modern Thai restaurant in Dubai Marina hosts a ladies’ night twice a week – Monday and Wednesday – where you’ll get two free drinks, plus 25 percent off a special menu. Drinks after that start at Dhs30, too. There’s a lively vibe and colourful décor. O Mon & Wed 7pm onwards. Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina (04 378 0139). Hanami The deal: A special menu and three drinks for Dhs150 This Japanese restaurant on the Palm opened earlier this year and now has a Monday night ladies’ night. For Dhs150 you’ll get a special street food menu and three drinks. Dishes include edamame, prawn or veggie gyoza, 7 brand-new ladies’ nights to try in Dubai Super seven Music & Nightlife Edited by Reema Rahman timeoutdubai.com/bars “A lively vibe and colourful décor ” Charm Thai Hanami 50 - 51_TOD_2018_M&N Leader_11383546.indd 5028/09/2020 12:10:48timeoutdubai.com September 30 – October 13 2020 51 grilled aubergine, avocado tempura, maki rolls and courgette or chicken skewers. O Dhs150. Mon 6pm-10pm. Andaz Dubai The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 581 4037). Mami Umami The deal: Three free drinks and discounted food This swish Japanese-Latin American-fusion restaurant is offering ladies three free drinks and discounted dishes every Wednesday. Expect a live DJ spinning tropical house anthems and plenty of Latin American flair. O Wed 7pm-11pm. Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai, Business Bay (04 512 5555). Mercury Lounge The deal: Two free glasses of sparkling grape This swish rooftop bar offers stunning views of the city. It’s had a revamp for winter 2020 and you can check it out every Wednesday with two free glasses of sparkling grape. O Wed 8pm-10pm. Four Seasons Resort Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Road, www.fourseasons.com (04 270 7777). Paros The deal: Unlimited drinks for Dhs125 This rooftop bar and restaurant has a Wednesday night ladies’ night deal where for Dhs125 you’ll get free-flowing mixed drinks and house grape. You’ll also get 30 percent off the Mediterranean food menu, too. O Dhs125. Wed 8pm-11pm. Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT (04 574 1111). The Irish Village The Deal: Three house beverages and starters Looking for a casual night out? For Dhs75, expect selection of starters to nibble on, along with three house beverages, grape or soft drinks at this chilled out Irish pub. O Dhs75. Mon 7pm-10pm Garhoud and Dubai Studio City, www.theirishvillage.com. STK The deal: Two-course menu for Dhs200 or three courses for Dhs240, plus unlimited drinks This isn’t new, but there is a new deal, as you’ll now get unlimited drinks during your dinner. You’ll get two courses for Dhs200 or three courses for Dhs240 from 6pm until 1am on a Tuesday, plus unlimited drinks. O Dhs200 (two courses), Dhs240 (three courses). Tue 6pm-1am. Rixos Premium JBR, The Walk, JBR (04 394 1832); Address Downtown, Downtown Dubai (055 796 8133). Mercury Lounge 50 - 51_TOD_2018_M&N Leader_11383546.indd 5128/09/2020 12:10:58Music & Nightlife 52 September 30 – October 13 2020 timeoutdubai.com Time Out reviews anonymously and pays for its drinks Motorino MUST-TRY NIGHT BRUNCHES All-inclusive Jazz@PizzaExpress This popular night brunch in JLT is a regular in our nightlife awards lists for its party brunch vibes. O Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (bubbly). Thu 8pm-11pm. Cluster A, JLT, www.pizzaexpress.ae. Karma Kafé Try the restaurant’s signature dishes and enjoy views of The Dubai Fountain. O Dhs330 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs550 (sparkling). Fri 8pm- 11pm. Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai (058 592 7107). La Mezcaleria This late brunch runs from 9pm until midnight on a Wednesday. O Dhs175 (soft drinks), Dhs230 (house beverages), Dhs320 (sparkling). Wed 9pm- midnight. DIFC (050 423 4044). Motorino This pizza brunch has a live DJ and an upbeat vibe. O Dhs199 (house beverages), Dhs299 (sparkling). Thu-Fri 6pm-9pm. JA Ocean View Hotel, JBR (04 814 5918). Nara Pan Asian Dig into unlimited dim sum, sushi and desserts as well as a choice of main course. O Dhs399 (house beverages). Thu 7pm-10pm. Cluster A, JLT (04 421 1356). WHITE BEACH Super-cool beach club WHITE Beach throws a lively evening brunch every Thursday between 7pm and 10pm. O Dhs250 (ladies – unlimited drinks), Dhs300 (gents – unlimited drinks). Thu 7pm-10pm. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (055 200 4321). THIS LIVELY LITTLE bar on the Palm is a cracking spot for a mixed drink at sunset. Set facing Atlantis The Palm on the upper level of The Pointe, it’s always busy. And in an area that’s often fairly quiet, that demonstrates its popularity. The setting helps, especially now with the cooler weather, as the terrace outside is spacious and is a top place to kick back with a sundowner. Inside, the bar is buzzing and there’s a live DJ keeping the vibe upbeat and fun. The bar comes from the team behind Trèsind and Carnival by Trèsind so you can expect innovative mixed drinks using ingredients including hibiscus syrup, yuzu, green tea, raspberry marmalade, figs and rhubarb. There’s also a long list of Scottish beverages, too. And while you’re there you should absolutely try the tasty fusion dishes – it picked up our Best Bar Food award at the 2020 Restaurant Awards – as they are fun, creative and packed full of flavour. The bar has recently launched a Friday evening brunch, if you want to try a selection of food and drinks, while there are weekly theme nights for ’80s music, Bollywood, R&B and more. A must-visit bar if you’re at The Pointe. A Cappella O Open daily 4pm-1am. The Pointe, Palm Jumeirah (058 971 9542). WHAT IS IT... Lively bar with super views WHY GO... The inventive mixed drinks 52 - 53_M&N REVIEW 1 & 2_11370541.indd 5228/09/2020 12:58:42Music & Nightlife timeoutdubai.com September 30 – October 13 2020 53 7 TOP NIGHTS OUT This fortnight Iris There’s a new night dedicated to classic and contemporary soul, Motown and R&B. O Tue 8pm onwards. Ongoing. Gate Village 5, DIFC (054 319 2929). Lucky Voice Catch DJ Dane Bowers live every Friday between 6pm and 11pm. O Fri 6pm-11pm. Grand Millennium Dubai, Barsha Heights (800 58259). Mr Miyagi’s Get two hours of dim sum and drinks every Sunday for Dhs149. O Dhs149. Sun 4pm-10pm. Dubai Media City (04 420 7489) and Dubai Studio City (04 514 5447). Paros Expect house tunes, drinks deals and more at this weekly Friday night party. O Fri 6pm-3am. Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT (04 574 1111). Soho Garden DXB The massive entertainment hub has reopened – check it out. O Wed, Thu & Sat 8pm-3am, Fri 1pm-3am. Nad Al Sheba (052 388 8849). The Irish Village Tuck into chicken wings along with three house beverages and live music, all for Dhs90. O Dhs90. Wed noon-10pm. Garhoud (04 282 4750) and Dubai Studio City (04 241 8444). The Laughter Factory The October edition stars Adam Bloom, Babatunde Aleshe and Rory O’ Hanlon. O From Dhs160. Thu Oct 8-Fri Oct 16. Locations vary, www.thelaughterfactory.com. THIS POPULAR SPOT at Media One hotel is a go-to place for those in Media City looking for a laid-back vibe and decent deals. It’s always buzzing, and it should be, thanks to its multitude of weekly events, spacious location and outdoor terrace set up – don’t underestimate how inviting a simple bench can be to group of friends. No matter what time of year it is, you’ll find everyone will flock to its traditionally styled pub garden (which only truly shines during the open-air winter months), packed with (appropriately socially distanced) seating, eye- catching green décor to create that comforting garden feel and a stylish bar for easy access. Oh, and a massive screen that can be seen no matter where everyone sits. garden on 8 is definitely one of the best spots in town for sports, as it not only has enough space for everyone to watch the big game on the same screen, but also as it attracts a lively crowd. As well as brunches, quiz nights, bingo and more, there’s always something going on, meaning that it’s always a solid choice if you’re in the area and want a low-key night out. garden on 8 O Open Sun-Wed noon-midnight, Thu-Sat noon-3am. Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 427 1000). WHAT IS IT... Laid-back bar in Media City WHY GO... For its huge screen and pub garden vibes 52 - 53_M&N REVIEW 1 & 2_11370541.indd 5328/09/2020 12:58:54Music & Nightlife 54 September 30 – October 13 2020 timeoutdubai.com HAPPY HOURS Best bar deals, offers and discounts Belgian Café Dubai Festival City Selected hops-of-the- day for Dhs35. O Daily noon-10pm. Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City (04 701 1127). Black Goose Buy one, get one free on selected house beverages. O Sat-Thu 5pm-8pm. Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort Dubai, JBR (04 315 3861). Black Tap JBR Two-for-one every day on a wide range of selected house beverages. O Sun-Wed all day, Thu-Sat 5pm-8pm. Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR (04 399 9076). BOCA Dhs35 drinks. O Daily 4.30pm-7.30pm. Gate Village 6, DIFC, www.boca.ae (04 323 1833). Bridgewater Tavern All-day happy hour with drinks starting from Dhs35. O Daily, all day. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Business Bay (04 414 0000). BFF Gastro Bar & Lounge Get ten drinks for Dhs250, with unlimited food and snacks. O Fri, all day. Mövenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel (052 177 7541). Bidi Bondi Get house drinks for Dhs35 from noon- 7pm on weekdays, or for Dhs195 get a meal and four premium drinks for Dhs195. O Happy hour Sun-Thu noon-7pm, meal and four drinks deal available all day, every day. Between Buildings 3 and 4, Shoreline Apartments, Palm Jumeirah (04 427 0515). Café M Buy one, get one free on selected drinks. O Daily 5pm-7pm. Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 427 1000). Cargo Dhs30 pints. O Sat & Sun, noon- midnight. Pier 7, Dubai Marina (04 361 8129). CLAW BBQ Glasses of grape, selected bottled hops and short measures from Dhs27, and selected draught hops and mixed drinks priced from Dhs32. O Fri-Sat, noon-8pm. Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai (04 432 2300). Crab Market Buy one, get one free drinks. O Noon-9pm. Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC (04 564 55 25). Crown & Lion Selected drinks from Dhs25. O Daily 3pm-7pm. Byblos Hotel, Barsha Heights (04 448 8000). D&A Daily happy hour where prices vary. O Tue-Thu 4pm-7pm, Fri- Sat 3pm-7pm. Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Umm Suqeim (04 406 8999). Fibber Magee’s Selected drinks from Dhs20, plus get a main course and drink for Dhs69. O Daily. Behind Saeed Tower One, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 332 2400). Fibber Magee’s Two main courses and one bottle of grape or four hops / apple-based beverages for Dhs199. O Sun-Wed 6pm-8pm. Behind Saeed Tower One, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 332 2400). garden on 8 Pizza and a hops of the day for Dhs99, plus happy hour 4pm-8pm. O Daily (happy hour 4pm- 8pm). Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 427 1000). ICON Deal 1 Selected drinks for Dhs29. O Daily, all day. BOCA 54 - 55_TOD_2018_LISTINGS - HAPPY HOUR_11382582.indd 5428/09/2020 12:13:13Music & Nightlife timeoutdubai.com September 30 – October 13 2020 55 Deal 2 Unlimited chicken wings, plus three hops, all for Dhs99. O Wed 6pm until closing. Deal 3 Daily brunch featuring unlimited house beverages, small bites, plus a main course and dessert for Dhs175. O Daily 1pm-4pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City (04 366 9186). Ketch Up Dhs20 house drinks for four hours. O Sat-Tue 4pm-8pm. Bluewaters Dubai (050 750 7424) Kickers Sports Bar Selected draught hops Dhs30, short measures Dhs19.50, grape Dhs23.50. O Sat-Thu 3pm-7pm, Fri noon-7pm. Dubai Sports City (04 448 1001). Lah Lah Selected hops, grape and short measures from Dhs30, 4pm-8pm. Two-for-one selected hops noon-6pm. O Daily. Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens (04 519 1111). Loca Unlimited tacos, plus two Mexican mixed drinks or hops beverages, for Dhs195. O Thu, all day. Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, Jumeirah 1 (04 346 1111). Lock, Stock & Barrel Main course and a selected drink for Dhs90. O Daily. Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR (058 836 2891) and Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights (04 514 9195). Long’s Bar 30 percent discount on selected draught hops, bottled hops, mixed drinks and short measures. O Daily, noon-10pm. Towers Rotana, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 343 8000 ). Lucky Voice Drinks from Dhs30. O Fri 2pm-8pm, Sat-Thu 4pm-8pm. Maximum four people per table. Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights (800 58259). Lucky Voice Dhs99 for three selected house drinks and a main course, Dhs149 for three selected pints and one main. O Tue 4pm-10pm. Maximum four people per table. Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights (800 58259). McGettigan’s JLT Selected pints Dhs35. Get a burger and a selected pint for Dhs99. O Daily, all day. Bonnington Hotel, Cluster J, JLT (04 378 0800). Mr Miyagi’s Dubai Media City Buy one, get one free on bucket drinks and bar bites 4pm-8pm. O Daily. Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City (04 420 7489). Mr Miyagi’s Dubai Studio City Buy one, get one free on bucket Lucky Voice 54 - 55_TOD_2018_LISTINGS - HAPPY HOUR_11382582.indd 5528/09/2020 12:13:21Music & Nightlife 56 September 30 – October 13 2020 timeoutdubai.com drinks and bar bites. O Daily 4pm-8pm. Studio One Hotel, Dubai Studio City (04 514 5447). Nelson’s Happy hour drinks, with draught hops from Dhs30, bottled hops from Dhs29, house grape from Dhs32 and house short measures from Dhs26. O Daily noon-8pm. Media Rotana, Barsha Heights (04 435 0011). Original Wings & Rings Deal 1 Buy one, get one free on selected beverages and 50 percent off starters and wings-by-the- piece. O Daily noon-8pm. Deal 2 All-day happy hour with buy one, get one free on selected beverages, plus 50 percent off selected starters, wings and tacos by piece. O Mon, all day. Deal 3 Buy one, get one free on the hops of the day. O Sun, all day. Level C, Liberty House, DIFC (04 359 6900) . OUIBar + Terrace 50 percent off selected beverages. O Daily 4pm-7pm. Radisson RED Hotel Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Digital Park, www. radissonhotels.com (04 571 4343). featuring cicchetti (small bites) served complimentary when ordering drinks, which are priced from Dhs30. O Daily noon-6pm. Gate Village 1, DIFC (04 386 0066). SoBE Drinks from Dhs35. O Sun-Thu 4pm-7pm. W Dubai – The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 245 5555). Soul Street 50 percent off drinks. O Daily 5pm-8pm. FIVE Jumeirah Village, JVC (04 248 9999). Stars N Bars Get a burger, pizza, quesadilla or salad, plus fries and a house beverage for Dhs69, or with a soft drink for Dhs59. The bar is also offering 50 percent off selected drinks every day. O Sun-Thu 11am-3pm. La Mer, Jumeirah 1 (04 349 9903). TJ’s 50 percent off house drinks for eight hours each day. O Daily noon-8pm. Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers (04 574 1111). Paros Selected drinks from Dhs35. O Daily 5pm-7pm. Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JLT (04 574 1111). Perry & Blackwelder’s Unlimited chicken wings for Dhs99, unlimited selected drinks for one hour Dhs99 (Wednesdays). Happy hour daily 5pm-8pm with drinks from Dhs30. O Wed, all day. Happy hour daily 5pm-8pm. Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim (800 666 353). Roberto’s Aperitivo offer The Duck Hook Selected hops, grate and short measures from Dhs33. O Daily 3pm-8pm. Dubai Hills Golf Club, Dubai Hills (800 666 353). The Hideout Deal 1 For Dhs99 get unlimited drinks and a food platter. O Mon-Thu & Sat 5pm- 8pm. Deal 2 Unlimited drinks and a meal for Dhs125. O Fri 4pm-8pm. Deal 3 Football quiz The Hideout SoBe 54 - 55_TOD_2018_LISTINGS - HAPPY HOUR_11382582.indd 5628/09/2020 16:14:26Music & Nightlife timeoutdubai.com September 30 – October 13 2020 57 For our full happy hours listings, head to timeoutdubai.com/nightlife and three-course evening brunch with unlimited drinks, for Dhs149. O Wed 8pm-11pm. Marina Byblos Hotel, Dubai Marina (058 534 6000). The Irish Village Deal 1 Selected pints (including the black stuff) from Dhs25. O Daily. Deal 2 Visit during Premier League games and get four selected pints, a starter (chicken wings, calamari or chopped sausage) plus a gift for Dhs135. O During Premier League matches. Garhoud (04 282 4750) and Dubai Studio City (04 241 8444). The Rose & Crown Dhs29 drinks daily 4pm-8pm, plus selected pints from Dhs33 all day. O Daily 4pm-7pm. The Atrium, Al Habtoor City (04 437 0022). The Social Room 50 percent off selected house drinks. O Thu 6pm-8pm, Fri 5pm-9pm. InterContinental Dubai Marina (04 446 6705). Trader Vic’s JBR Drinks from Dhs25. O Tue-Thu 5pm-7pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-7pm. Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, The Walk, JBR (04 318 2319). Turn Up 50 percent off drinks O Daily 5pm-8pm. FIVE Jumeirah Village, JVC (04 248 9999). Twenty Three Rooftop Selected drinks for Dhs13 between 4.23pm-7.23pm daily, plus 23 percent off food, all day. O Daily 4.23pm-7.23pm until July 10, 2020. Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City (04 525 7777). ubk Selected bottles of red, white, rose and sparkling from Dhs99, plus selected drinks from Dhs32 all day long. O Daily. Mövenpick Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Cluster A, JLT (04 438 0000). WETDECK Buy one, one get one free on selected Italian mixed drinks. O From Jul 29. Daily noon-2pm, 4pm-6pm. W Dubai – The Palm, Palm Jumeirah (04 245 5800). 54 - 55_TOD_2018_LISTINGS - HAPPY HOUR_11382582.indd 5728/09/2020 12:13:4058 September 30 – October 13 2020 timeoutdubai.com Art & Culture Edited by Reema Rahmen timeoutdubai.com/culture Bringing affordable art to the region… World Art Dubai is back LOOKING TO START your very own art collection and get your hands on some original (and pocket-friendly) art from galleries across the world? Then make a beeline to Dubai World Trade Centre between Thursday October 8 and Saturday October 10 because World Art Dubai is back for its sixth edition. This will also be the region’s first massive art event of 2020, and we can’t wait. The huge retail art fair will showcase an impressive collection of more than 3,000 artworks from renowned galleries and solo artists from more than 30 countries, uniting galleries and artists from around the world, each with their own unique take on art. From big names to rising stars, emerging Emirati artists, pop-art icons and fashion art 58 - 59_ART LEADER_11370534.indd 5828/09/2020 12:15:16timeoutdubai.com September 30 – October 13 2020 59 disrupters, to experimental expressionists and fine art and photography practitioners, the art exhibition is a melting pot of different artistic styles. And the best news? In-line with the accessible and affordable ethos, price tags start from $100 (Dhs367) upwards, meaning you don’t have to be a collector to get involved and buy some art. World Art Dubai believes that good art only becomes great when it creates a unique and personal connection between the artist and its audience and the aim of the massive event is to make art “It will showcase more than 3,000 artworks” WHAT IS IT... The region’s first massive art event of 2020 WHY GO... To get your hands on some original (and pocket-friendly) art accessible for collectors and enthusiasts searching for diverse, affordable and original art, all under one roof. You’ll also get the chance to roll up your sleeves yourself with live painting sessions, curated art talks and creative learning workshops with the region’s most recognised artists. Art enthusiasts can expect art activations, art performances, dance workshops and more. And if you’re more a fan of wearing art than looking at it, you’ll be able to get your garb customised with unique designs from expert artists. As usual, international artists will be descending upon Dubai for the fair, including French-Tunisian sculptor Idriss B. Famed for his limited-edition animal sculptures, distinguished by their life-size proportions and polygonal forms, his pieces have been featured across major destinations in Dubai, including DIFC and the Palm Jumeriah. Another major highlight will be ‘Creativity Unmasked’ – a wall dedicated to show how the exhibitors living in cities around the world have had to turn inwards for inspiration and create an original piece that reflects their different personal experiences with the pandemic. In partnership with Rove Hotels, World Art Dubai is also be bringing back its Emerging Artists Prize and Exhibition this year. Designed for up-and-coming artists, the competition is being held under the theme “Across Cultures’”, which celebrates the UAE’s diverse population, and serves as a tribute to the much-awaited Expo 2020 Dubai. With more than 550 submissions received, 20 participants have been shortlisted and the winner will receive a stand at World Art Dubai 2021, while the runner up will receive a three- month exhibition space at one of Rove Hotels in Dubai, plus an overnight stay. Tickets can be purchased from platinumlist. net and prices start from Dhs10 for kids between the ages of 12 and 18 years old and Dhs20 for adults. The event will be delivered with strict standards of health and safety precautionary measures including social distancing and contactless transactions. Get ready to immerse yourself in a truly accessible art festival that celebrates art in all its forms. O Dhs10 (12-18 years old), Dhs20 (adults). Thu Oct 8-Sat Oct 10, 1pm-9pm. Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road, www.worldartdubai.com. 58 - 59_ART LEADER_11370534.indd 5928/09/2020 12:15:24Next >