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New Year's Eve in Dubai: Prices go up to Dh12,000 for front seat view of Burj Khalifa
There will be free public viewing areas around the Downtown Dubai area with access granted on a first-come, first-served basis
With the New Year’s Eve more than a month away, table bookings at restaurants with Burj Khalifa view have begun in full swing. Some eateries have premium table booking starting at Dh12,000 while others have a first-come-first-serve policy.
At Günaydin restaurant in Souq Al Bahar, one of only two premium tables will charge Dh12,000 per person. The package includes meals according to a set menu and champagne for the table. It will offer an unobstructed view of the Burj Khalifa fireworks right from the table. Other packages at the restaurant range from Dh5,000 per person for inside the eatery to Dh8,500 for outdoor tables.
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Every New Year’s Eve, hundreds of people make their way to the Dubai Mall and surrounding area to watch the iconic laser, light and firework show centred around the illuminated Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.
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Some people wait 12 hours or more to beat the crowds. Roads around the mall begin closing as early as 4pm to enable authorities to control the crowds effectively.
Another restaurant at Souq Al Bahar, The Meat Co, has a four-course festive menu which begins at 7pm. Guests at the lower terrace, which offers full view of the Burj Khalifa, and partial view of the Dubai fountain, must spend at least Dh5,000 per menu. Those seated at the upper terrace and inside will have a minimum spend of Dh4,000 and Dh3,000 respectively.
DJ party, unlimited food
Several restaurants in Dubai Mall are offering seats at their eatery for varying prices. At Indian eatery Mausum, the frontliner tables closest to the edge of the outdoor terrace will cost Dh5,000 per person.
The set menu will feature amuse bouche, appetizers, sharing platters of main course, breads, and desserts. A DJ will play tunes through the evening to ring in the New Year. Other tables at the restaurant will cost between Dh3,000 to Dh4,000.
At Five Guys, diners can get a gold table — an outdoor table with views of the world’s tallest tower — for Dh2,200 per person. The package comes with unlimited burgers, sides, and milkshakes throughout the evening. For those who want to sit inside, the price is Dh1,900. Children below the age of 10 have a special discounted rate.
TGI Friday will be putting up special tables outside of their regular seating area to give their guests a view of the fireworks. For a spot at this table, diners must pay Dh3,000. A seat at the regular outdoor terrace will cost Dh2,499 per person..
First come, first serve
Meanwhile, at restaurants like Public and Salt, which are located strategically at the mall, there will be a first-come-first-serve policy, with no minimum spend or reservation system in place yet. “We are asking diners to call us four hours before they come on the New Year’s Eve,” said a server. “If we have a spot, we will let them know.”
There will be free public viewing areas around the Downtown Dubai area with access granted on a first-come, first-served basis. LED screens along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard will also show the live fireworks and entertainment.
On Monday, Emaar announced an eight-day mega New Year celebration that will kick off on December 31 and continue until January 7. Those wanting a front-view seat can purchase tickets to Burj Park for Dh997.5 for adults and Dh577.50 for kids between the ages of 5 and 12.
Early interest
At Nando’s restaurant, the prices will go up to Dh5,000 per person for outdoor seating at the Dubai Mall branch. According to George Kunnapally, MD of the group, NYE is one of the most anticipated nights for the restaurant.
“This year we’ve seen exceptionally early interest, with enquiries starting in October,” he said. “At the Dubai Mall branch, guests begin arriving from as early as 2pm due to access restrictions. However, at Dubai Festival City, there is a more relaxed flow from around 6pm.”
Italian restaurant Carluccio's will be offering their platinum front row seats for Dh4,000 per person. The Silk Road–inspired eatery Blume is also charging Dh4,000 per person for seats at their Burj Khalifa-facing outdoor terrace which will include food, shisha and live entertainment.
Kadir Dogan, General Manager of the restaurant, said that usually their guests arrived early during the NYE celebrations. “Guests tend to arrive well before their scheduled time and stay with us through midnight,” he said. “Many prefer to settle in early to enjoy the full experience leading up to the fireworks.”
Nasreen Abdulla
Nasreen Abdulla is a Special Correspondent covering food, tech and human interest stories. When not challenged by deadlines, you’ll find her pulling off submissions on the jiu jitsu mats.
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