With the start of the winter season in Dubai, Zaitoun restaurant at the Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City is reviving the magic of Arabian Nights, offering its visitors evenings that combine authentic flavors with the city’s sparkling atmosphere, every Thursday and Friday evening starting from October 30, 2025.
In an open setting overlooking Dubai Creek and the twinkling lights of the horizon, Zaitoun Restaurant offers a dining experience that celebrates the heritage of Arabic cuisine and its rich flavors, accompanied by live oud playing that adds a touch of warmth and elegance to the evenings.
Thomas Schmelter, Regional General Manager of InterContinental Hotels Group Dubai Festival City, said: “The ‘Arabian Nights at Zeytoun’ evenings have become an experience that our guests look forward to every year, as they embody our passion for reviving the spirit of authenticity and providing moments of hospitality that express the culture and generosity of the region.”
The evening begins with a selection of freshly prepared soups, salads, and traditional Arabic mezze, followed by an open barbecue experience where a variety of meats and seafood are grilled right before the guests’ eyes. The evening concludes with a carefully curated selection of Arabic and international desserts, a perfect finale to the culinary experience.
Evening details
Arabian Nights takes place at Zaitoun Restaurant in the Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City every Thursday and Friday evening throughout the winter season, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Prices start from AED 195 per person including soft drinks, and AED 295 per person with premium beverages. Children aged 6-12 are charged AED 98, and children under 5 are welcome free.
The evenings are accompanied by live oud playing, creating an atmosphere of authenticity and warmth, while shisha is available upon request for those who wish to complete the relaxing experience in the open air overlooking the Dubai skyline.
An outdoor experience that captures the essence of Dubai’s winter atmosphere
On the terrace of “Zaitoun” overlooking the Dubai skyline, the creek breeze carries the scent of spices and the sounds of the oud, transforming every evening into a memorable moment. An experience that celebrates taste and hospitality in their purest forms.
