Discover the flavours of the Emirates with Al Fanar’s traditional Emirati cuisine at Expo City! This home-grown restaurant and café isn’t your average local though, they’ve brought the distinct flavours of the UAE to Saudi Arabia and the UK, bringing authentic Emirati food to the world. Al Fanar’s Expo City outpost is no different, they’re ready to serve up delicious feasts fit for sheikhas and sheikhs in a time capsule of 1960s Dubai.


Yallah, step into a historical snapshot of the city we’re proud to call home!


A Time Capsule of Dubai’s Flavours and Heritage 

Soak up the best of Expo City’s Emirati cuisine inside Al Fanar’s rustic time capsule of 1960s Dubai that played host to many wonderful Iftar gatherings during Expo City’s Hai Ramadan. Before we get to the food, Al Fanar Expo City promises a unique learning experience and a dive into the UAE’s rich cultural heritage with fun activities for the entire family!

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Taste the flavours of the Emirates with a side of history at Al Fanar Expo City!

And for the part you’ve been waiting for, Al Fanar’s food menu! You might be mistaken to think that the desert’s quite bland, it’s actually quite the opposite. Al Fanar showcases a variety of authentic Emirati foods, from the hearty Machboos to the slow-cooked Margouga. These dishes show off the incredible tastes playfully blended by expert chefs preserving the Emirates’ culinary heritage! Got a sweet tooth? Al Fanar Dubai’s food selection also has treats for you, such as the syrupy Legaimat and their signature sizzling dates cake!


Tour the 7 Emirates with your plate and cutlery at Al Fanar Expo City, it’s an incredible journey that we’re sure you’ll love! Did we leave you wanting more? Expo City’s Brunch City is the perfect way to sample the flavours of the world with a unique 6-venue roaming brunch. Find out more with our feature and get brunching!


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