- All of August features special dishes for only AED 10 across Dubai eateries.
- More than 190 restaurants across over 700 outlets are participating.
- Dishes include bao, ramen, burgers, biryani and frozen treats.
- No bookings or vouchers needed, just walk in and order.
Last weekend, Dubai Summer Surprises unveiled its first-ever summer edition of the 10 Dirham Dish, offering residents and visitors a flavour‑packed culinary adventure. Running from August 1 to 31, more than 190 restaurants across 700 venues will serve select dishes for just AED 10. This campaign lets diners explore global tastes affordably, making summer in Dubai a delicious and budget‑friendly experience.
With food trends leaning increasingly toward affordability and exploration, the DSS 10 Dirham Dish taps into rising demand for accessible gourmet experiences. Middle Eastern street eats and global favourites now sit side by side at unbeatable prices.
- Pan‑Asian bites: Bang Bang Cauliflower Bao, Chicken Ramen, Chow Mein Noodles at outlets like The Noodle House and Yum Noodle Bar.
- Burgers and sandwiches: New York Flat‑Top Hot Dog at Shake Shack, Mini Maverick at Big Smoke Burger, plus a Pret A Manger Cheddar & Pret Pickle Sandwich with americano.
- Local street favourites: Samosa Chaat, Katsu Chicken Slider, Chicken Kathi Roll, Chicken Shawarma from homegrown vendors including Samboosa Factory, Mumbai Express and Feka.
- Refreshing treats: Mango or Matcha Bingsoo at Seoul Street Café, frozen yoghurt at Yoghurtland, ice cream plus coffee combo at Haagen‑Dazs.
Each dish is curated to offer variety and impact in just AED 10, making casual dining feel like an exploratory food journey.
Busy shoppers and families can grab a flavorful lunch between errands or refuel during a day out without overspending. The initiative caters to tour groups, young adults, and anyone keen to try something new daily. Ordering is straightforward: walk in, ask for the AED 10 dish, and enjoy – no booking or vouchers needed.
This reflects DSS’s mission to democratize dining experiences in Dubai, supporting both casual eateries and chains, and letting diners discover hidden gems while staying budget‑savvy and adventurous.
This August, DSS helps you savour Dubai’s diverse food scene without stretching your wallet. With 10 Dirham Dish offerings at more than 700 locations city‑wide, it’s easy to explore one new bite every day. Head out, treat your tastebuds, and enjoy summer delights for just AED 10.
Other places where you can get dishes for AED 10:
Multiple locations: Maestro Pizza, Caffé Nero, Caribou Coffee, Caffé Divino, Cold Stone Creamery, Costa Coffee, Dodo Pizza, Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken and Wings, Gelato Divino, KP Chai, Baskin Robbins, House of Pops, Pret A Manger, Dunkin’, Häagen-Dazs, LDC Kitchen + Coffee, Coffee Planet, Magnolia Bakery, Bikanervala.
Dubai Marina / JBR: Barasti, Barbecue Delights, Bla Bla Beach Club, El Sur, Iwok Restaurant, Keventers.
JLT: Highway 311 Grill and Eatery, San Wan Hand Pulled Noodles, Dhaba Lane Restaurant, Saigon – Taste of Vietnam, Khau Galli, Streetery, We Desi, Sumo Sushi and Bento, My Govinda’s.
Dubai Hills: Oporto, Minus Eighteen, Café Barbera, Revelry, Chaiiwala of London, Circle of Crust, Matter by iCoffee.
Downtown / Za’abeel / Sheikh Zayed Road: Bolle Restaurant, Downtown Perk, Kimpo Bar and Restaurant, Villa Beirut, Zest Lounge, Wild Souls, Café Barbera, Saigon – Taste of Vietnam, Kelly’s Cajun Grill, Mamma Italia.
Business Bay: Anzeera Restaurant, Bay Club, Sandwich Square, Wet Black Burger, Yummy Dosa, Saigon – Taste of Vietnam.
Jumeirah Village Circle: Chicken House, Chai and Co., Gan Bei.
Jumeirah: Karachi Grill, Taqueria Freedah, Sumo Sushi and Bento, Tent Jumeirah Restaurant, Dishtrict.
Al Safa: Minus Eighteen, The Noodle House, Big Smoke Burger, Hangry Joe’s.
Dubai Media City: Bytez and More, Slice, Sumo Sushi and Bento.
Al Barsha: Kapadokya Turkish Kitchen, Best Peak Ice Cream, Pancake House, Chalet Grill Plus, Yo Gashi Bakery, Kelly’s Cajun Grill, Yoko Sizzlers.
Al Karama: Burger Society, Café Calicut, Delhi Highway, Little Italy, Manbhavan Premium Thali Restaurant, Mumbai Junction Restaurant, Sthan, The Falooda Shop, The Golden Thali Restaurant, Vasai Local Restaurant, Pind Da Dhaba, Dhaba Lane Restaurant, Gypsy Chinese, RSR Restaurant, Venus Restaurant, Yalla Momos, Yoko Sizzlers, Banarasi Chaat & Kulfi Wala, Keventers, Golden Biryani.
Al Quoz: Al Naser Valley, Bayt el Haya Restaurant, Bombay Cartel, Café Kkai, Feka, Zaitoon Mandi And Madhbi Restaurant, Rajan Sweets and Snacks, Street Menu, Taste of Malabar, The GBF Shop, Bangkok City, Cultures, Taco Taco, Mamma Italia, Sharief Bhai, Street Menu Restaurant.
Dubai Investment Park: Nawab Restaurant, Shawarma Al Karmel.
Deira: 1820s Coffeatery, Liwan Restaurant, iCoffee, The Choco Monarch, The Executive Lunch Box, Wok N Roll Café, Yasmine Lounge, Jamaica Blue, Kelly’s Cajun Grill, Nasooh Restaurant, Four Square Cafe & Restaurant, Table 3 Restaurant, Hangry Joe’s, Seoul Street Cafe.
Al Satwa: Gypsy Chinese, Shanghai Kitchen, Caramalize.
Dubai Festival City: Food Hall at Al Areesh, Hard Rock Café, BO, The Chickery, Choko Berry, Gelato ADO, Hammer Burger, Kelinka, Key Town, Naughty Pizza, Soul, Wok Wok, Shaka Waka.
Motor City: Streetery, Sumo Sushi and Bento, Keventers.
For more information, visit the Dubai Summer Surprises website and follow @DubaiFestivals
on Instagram and TikTok.
