Back to School, Back to Family Dining at Dusit Thani Dubai
Date Posted:Fri, 21st Aug 2026
From unlimited ramen and sushi-making to authentic Thai cuisine, playful kids’ dining and leisurely breakfasts, Dusit Thani Dubai brings families back around the table this back-to-school season.
As summer holidays wind down and Dubai families return to their familiar routines, Dusit Thani Dubai is giving everyone a reason to come back around the table.
This back-to-school season, the five-star hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road is putting dining at the heart of family time, with experiences spanning unlimited ramen and hands-on sushi-making at Makira to refined Thai evenings at Benjarong.
Whether it is a midweek ramen fix, an interactive afternoon with the little ones or an elevated family dinner overlooking the city, there is something to look forward to throughout the week.
Tuesdays Are for Unlimited Tan Tan Ramen at Makira
Tuesday evenings call for something comforting, and Makira Japanese Restaurant is serving up unlimited bowls of its signature Tan Tan Ramen for AED 69 per person.
Available every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, guests can settle in and enjoy unlimited servings of the rich and comforting Japanese favourite.
For those looking to explore beyond ramen, Makira also offers a selected à la carte menu on Tuesdays and Saturdays, making it an easy choice for casual Japanese dining with family and friends.
Unlimited Tan Tan Ramen
Every Tuesday | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
AED 69 per person
Makira À La Carte
Tuesday & Saturday | Selected à la carte menu available
Saturday | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Little Chefs Get Rolling at Makira
Makira's Sushi-Making Class gives budding chefs the chance to roll up their sleeves and discover the basics of Japanese sushi-making under the guidance of the restaurant's culinary team.
Priced at AED 199 per child, young participants will learn to prepare two kinds of sushi before finishing the experience with ice cream.
Parents can join the fun too, with the adult experience priced at AED 239, including three kinds of sushi and unlimited soft drinks.
Classes are available every Tuesday and Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Advance booking is required, with a minimum of four children per session.
Sushi-Making Class
Tuesday & Saturday | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
AED 199 per child – two kinds of sushi and ice cream
AED 239 per adult – three kinds of sushi and unlimited soft drinks
Minimum of four children per session | Advance booking required
A Taste of Thailand at Benjarong
For those looking for premium Thai dining in Dubai, Benjarong brings the culinary heritage and distinctive flavours of Thailand to the heart of the city every Thursday and Friday from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
As Dusit Thani Dubai’s signature Thai restaurant, Benjarong draws on the heritage of a hospitality brand born in Thailand, bringing authentic recipes, traditional techniques and gracious Thai hospitality together in a refined dining setting overlooking the Dubai skyline.
The à la carte menu features signature favourites including Tom Yum Goong, Thailand’s iconic hot and sour prawn soup; Tod Man Goong, crispy shrimp cakes served with plum sauce; and Pad Thai, alongside Gaeng Kiew Wan, the classic Thai green curry, and Neua Pad Namman Hoy, stir-fried beef tenderloin with vegetables in oyster sauce. Guests can end the evening with Khao Neaw Mamuang, traditional mango sticky rice served with coconut ice cream.
Designed for sharing and discovery, Benjarong offers an authentic taste of Thailand for family dinners, intimate evenings and end-of-week gatherings, all complemented by the warmth and attention to detail synonymous with Thai hospitality.
Benjarong
Thursday & Friday | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
À la carte dining
Something for the Little Diners at Jones the Grocer
For more casual family dining, Jones the Grocer has younger guests covered with a dedicated kids' menu featuring familiar favourites and playful activities.
Children can choose from dishes including the Jones Junior Breakfast, mini açaí bowl, mini Australian Wagyu meatballs, mini crispy chicken burger, mini rigatoni and mini fish & chips.
The menu also doubles as an activity sheet, complete with colouring, tic-tac-toe, a maze and word games to keep little diners entertained at the table.
Back to Routine, Back to Making Time Together
As school runs, meetings and busy schedules return, Dusit Thani Dubai is reminding families that getting back into routine can still leave room for good food and time together.
From unlimited ramen on Tuesdays and sushi-making afternoons to Thai dining at Benjarong and relaxed weekend meals, the hotel's dining experiences offer a reason to gather around the table throughout the week.
For reservations and enquiries:
WhatsApp: +971 56 275 2775
Call: +971 4 317 4515
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