From Karama’s bustling streets to JBR’s beachfront bites, the citywide AED 10 culinary celebration enters its final few weeks of offering big flavours at small prices in every major corner of Dubai
More than 190 unique restaurants to choose from, spanning over 600 participating outlets across Dubai’s leading malls and dining hotspots – only valid before DSS ends on 31 August
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 August 2025: Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 has been serving up exceptional flavours at incredible value across the city with the DSS 10 Dirham Dish, and the countdown is now on, with just two weeks left to embark on this value-packed culinary journey before it wraps on 31 August. Featuring more than 190 unique restaurants and over 600 participating outlets, there’s still time to savour specially curated dishes for just AED 10 with DSS-exclusive experience.
Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) as part of the packed DSS programme of thousands of offers and things to do around the city, the line-up of signature dishes has been specially curated to offer a tantalising snapshot of the depth of dining options in Dubai. There’s something to suit every palate, from sizzling street food and aromatic curries to sweet treats and ice-cold desserts. No vouchers or pre-bookings needed, just ask for the AED 10 dish!
Here’s a neighbourhood guide to explore some of the standout spots taking part in DSS 10 Dirham Dish:
KARAMA
The heartbeat of authentic eats, Karama is a paradise for lovers of bold flavours and home-style cooking. From the vegetarian comfort of Mumbai Junction Restaurant and Manbhavan Premium Thali Restaurant to aromatic biryanis at Golden Biryani Restaurant and Golden Sands Restaurant & Café, every palate is covered. Street food fans can tuck into chaat at Banarasi Chaat and Kulfi Wala, falooda from The Falooda Shop, or enjoy much-loved favourites at Pind da Dhaba, Sthan, and Its Desi. Karama’s melting pot also includes Burger Society, Delhi Highway, Bombay Times Restaurant, Little Italy Express Foods, and Cafe Calicut.
OUD METHA
A compact but flavour-packed stop on the map, Oud Metha offers Indian and Pakistani classics at Kailash Parbat, Aziz Bhai Restaurant, and Gul Khan Restaurant, Asian fusion at Tum Tum Asia, and Chinese favourites at Golden Dragon. For a unique twist, The Food Villa Restaurant & Café and Moshi serve up inventive dishes worth the trip.
DEIRA
One of Dubai’s most vibrant districts, Deira delivers global comfort foods with a local touch. Savour Asian delights at Wok N Roll Café, homely meals from The Executive Lunch Box, or sweet treats at 1820s Coffeatery. Plus, Table 3 Restaurant and Apna Chulha complete the mix with hearty, affordable fare.
MIRDIF CITY CENTRE
This family-favourite mall is home to Fowli’s fresh flavours, Spice Hut’s aromatic curries, Cevapi Bosnian Restaurant’s Balkan specialities, classic fish and chips from Mirdif Fish & Chips, and homely comfort at The Coop House Restaurant.
DUBAI HILLS MALL
Foodies in Dubai Hills Mall can enjoy Revelry’s street food-style creations, artisanal pizzas from Circle of Crust, specialty coffee at Matter by iCoffee, grilled favourites from Oporto, and South Asian-inspired bites at Chaiiwala of London.
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL CITY
Known for its global flavours, International City boasts everything from Afghan House Restaurant’s rich kebabs to Pakistani staples at Karachi Express and Sarhad Punjab Restaurant. Diners can also enjoy Chinese favourites at Sushi Fashion, Arabic bites at Shawa Shawa Restaurant, fried chicken from SFC Plus, and much more at Curry Pot, Savourfoods Pulav Kabab Restaurant, Bolle Restaurant, Four Way Restaurant, and ABC Restaurant (Adil Broast Chicken).
JBR BEACH
Beach days meet unbeatable value at JBR, with smoky grills from Barbecue Delights and Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, plus Bla Bla Beach Café’s popular brisket sandwich – all for just AED 10.
EXPLORE ALL NEIGHBOURHOODS ON ZOMATO
With more than 190 unique restaurants spanning over 600 participating outlets across the city’s malls and dining hotspots, there are endless more bites to discover every day. The full list of restaurants can be viewed on Zomato, making it easy for diners to plan their ultimate AED 10 culinary adventure before DSS 2025 wraps on 31 August.
Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 is supported by Key Sponsor Commercial Bank of Dubai and Strategic Partners which include: Al Futtaim Malls (Dubai Festival City Mall & Festival Plaza), Al Zarooni Group (Mercato Shopping Mall), AW Rostamani Group, DHAM (Al Seef, Bluewaters, Ibn Battuta Mall, Nakheel Mall, and The Outlet Village), Emirates Airline, ENOC, e&, Majid Al Futtaim (City Centre Deira, City Centre Mirdif, Mall of the Emirates), Merex Investment (City Walk and The Beach, JBR), and talabat.
For more information, visit the Dubai Summer Surprises website and follow @DubaiFestivals on Instagram and TikTok.
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About Dubai Summer Surprises 2025:
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2025 takes over the city for its 28th edition from 27 June to 31 August, showcasing the summer as one of the best value times of the year to experience Dubai. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the most value-packed edition of DSS this year promises a summer well spent for everyone with thousands of offers and things to do for 66 non-stop days. For the first time ever in DSS history, the city’s retail sector is anchored around three distinct shopping seasons – Summer Holiday Offers from 27 June to 17 July, Great Dubai Summer Sale from 18 July to 10 August, and Back to School from 11 to 31 August. Each period unlocks exclusive new retail promotions, spectacular mall activations, and life-changing raffles, alongside world-class gastronomy, hospitality, indoor family fun, and a packed events calendar. Bringing together a mix of not-to-be-missed, brand-new experiences and returning festival favourites for every preference and price point, there are endless reasons to stay, play, shop, and celebrate an exciting summer season together. DSS 2025 truly delivers unforgettable moments for everyone, whether families, friends, couples, residents, or visitors.
About Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment:
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), is responsible for developing Dubai’s retail and festival sectors and supporting the positioning of Dubai as a world-class tourism destination with year-round family entertainment, shopping and events.
For further information, please contact:
Dubai Economy and Tourism
[+971] 600 55 5559