Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 has launched a guide to AED 10 dishes at participating restaurants and cafés located around Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the offer runs until 30 August 2026, giving residents and visitors a budget-friendly way to explore Dubai while travelling by Metro.
From Deira and Bur Dubai to Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Expo City, the participating venues cover a wide mix of cuisines, cafés, dessert spots and neighbourhood restaurants.
- Location: Around Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines
- Organiser: Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE)
- Offer period: 3–30 August 2026
- Who can enjoy it: Residents and visitors
- Offer: Selected dishes for AED 10 at participating venues
- Metro coverage: 55 stations across the Red and Green Lines
- Next: Check the participating venues and AED 10 dishes through District by Zomato
Looking for an affordable way to eat your way around Dubai this summer? Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 is offering selected dishes for AED 10 at participating restaurants and cafés across the city until 30 August.
Organised by DFRE, the 10 Dirham Dish campaign has been mapped around Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines, allowing residents and visitors to combine public transport with budget-friendly dining. The campaign covers all 55 stations across the two lines, from e& Station in the north to Expo 2020 Station in the south.
Where can you find AED 10 dishes on the Green Line?
The Green Line is a good option for diners wanting to explore Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Qusais, Al Nahda and other established neighbourhoods.
Some of the notable stops and participating venues include:
- e& Station: Baskin Robbins, Bubee Drink Cafe, Caribou Coffee, Karachi Darbar, Koukh Al Shay and Maestro Pizza.
- Al Qusais Station: Bikanervala, Dunkin, Grand Mehfil Restaurant, Karachi Darbar, Keerthi Restaurant, Milan Veg and Texas Chicken.
- Al Nahda Station: Chaat Bazaar, Dhaba Lane Restaurants, Dodo Pizza, Filli Cafe, Karachi Darbar and My Sandwich.
- Union Station: Bikanervala, Caribou Coffee, Cold Stone Creamery, Gelato Divino, Maestro Pizza, Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings and The Daily.
- Sharaf DG Station: Filli Cafe, Gelato Divino, Karachi Darbar, The Bhukkad Cafe, The Daily, Rove Bur Dubai and Zest Lounge.
- BurJuman Station: Akabare Thakali Restaurant, Filli Cafe, Sharief Bhai, Spice Grill, Texas Chicken and Yoko Sizzlers.
- Creek Station: Bikanervala, Dodo Pizza, Hard Rock Cafe, House of Pops, Royal Nawaab Restaurant, Sumo Sushi & Bento, Texas Chicken and Yalla Momos.
The Green Line has 20 stations, according to Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), and connects with the Red Line at Union and BurJuman. This makes either interchange useful for diners who want to continue their food trail across both routes.
Which Red Line stations have AED 10 food?
The Red Line gives diners even more options, particularly around shopping, business and residential districts.
Here are some of the stops worth checking:
- Centrepoint Station: Dodo Pizza, Mirdif Fish & Chips, New York Fries, Shake Shack, Sumo Sushi & Bento and Texas Chicken.
- City Centre Deira Station: Bikanervala, Caribou Coffee, Costa Coffee, Dunkin, Filli Cafe, Shake Shack and The Bhukkad Cafe.
- ADCB Station: Banarasi Chaat and Kulfi Wala, Bikanervala, Cafe Calicut, Chaat Bazaar, Karachi Darbar, Pao De Goa and The Golden Thali.
- Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Station: Bikanervala, Mama Italia, Saigon – Taste of Vietnam, Shake Shack, Texas Chicken, The Daily and The Noodle House.
- Business Bay Station: Chaiiwala of London, Dodo Pizza, Filli Cafe, Maestro Pizza, Pret A Manger and Sandwich Square.
- Mall of the Emirates Station: Bikanervala, Cafe Barbera, Caribou Coffee, Chaiiwala of London, Costa Coffee, Shake Shack and Texas Chicken.
- Dubai Internet City Station: Filli Cafe, Maestro Pizza, Pret A Manger, Seoul Street Cafe and Sumo Sushi & Bento.
- Sobha Realty Station: Dodo Pizza, Dunkin, Gelato Divino, Maestro Pizza, The Daily and Rove Dubai Marina.
- DMCC Station: Barbecue Delights, Bikanervala, Desi Mehfil, Dhaba Lane Restaurants, Dodo Pizza, Saigon – Taste of Vietnam, Shake Shack and The Noodle House.
- Ibn Battuta Station: Bikanervala, Cold Stone Creamery, Costa Coffee, Gelato Divino, House of Zaika, ILLY Caffe and Khau Galli.
- Discovery Gardens Station: Baskin Robbins, Bubee Drink Cafe, Sarhad Darbar and Texas Chicken.
- Expo 2020 Station: Caribou Coffee, Filli Cafe, Matter by iCoffee, The Daily and Rove Expo City.
The Red Line has 35 stations, taking the combined total across both Metro lines to 55.
Which cuisines are included in the AED 10 Dish offer?
The campaign brings together a broad mix of dining styles rather than focusing on one cuisine.
Depending on the location, diners can find Indian, Pakistani, Arabic, Vietnamese, Italian, Japanese, Filipino and international options, alongside pizzas, burgers, coffee, ice cream, desserts and casual cafeteria food.
That variety also makes the promotion suitable for different types of outings. Friends can pick a Metro stop and try a new restaurant, while families and visitors can combine a meal with shopping or sightseeing nearby.
The official DSS programme describes the 10 Dirham Dish as a citywide dining promotion running from 3 to 30 August, designed to encourage culinary exploration at participating venues.
How can you plan a Dubai Metro food trail?
A practical way to use the guide is to choose one section of the Metro rather than trying to cover dozens of stations in one day.
Union and BurJuman are particularly useful starting points because both provide interchanges between the Red and Green Lines.
For a Deira-focused outing, diners can explore City Centre Deira, Al Rigga and Union. Those looking for a Downtown route can consider Financial Centre, Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall and Business Bay.
For the Marina and JLT side of Dubai, participating venues can be found around Sobha Realty and DMCC, while the southern stretch offers options near Ibn Battuta, Discovery Gardens, Al Furjan and Expo 2020.
Before travelling, diners should check the individual listing to confirm the participating restaurant and its specific AED 10 dish.
The campaign gives residents a simple way to combine Dubai Metro travel with affordable dining during the summer.
For visitors, it can also offer a lower-cost way to explore neighbourhoods beyond Dubai’s main attractions. Participating restaurants benefit from exposure to residents, tourists and Metro users looking for new places to eat.
The promotion also highlights the reach of Dubai’s Metro network. RTA says the Red and Green Lines connect major populated areas and provide a convenient, sustainable transport option across the emirate.
With the offer running until 30 August, there is still time to pick a station, choose a restaurant and turn an ordinary Metro trip into a budget-friendly food outing.
FAQs
When does Dubai’s AED 10 Dish campaign end?
The 10 Dirham Dish promotion runs from 3 August until 30 August 2026 as part of Dubai Summer Surprises.
How many Dubai Metro stations are covered?
Dubai’s Red and Green Metro Lines have 55 stations combined — 35 on the Red Line and 20 on the Green Line.
Which Metro stations connect the Red and Green Lines?
Union and BurJuman are the two interchange stations connecting the Red and Green Lines.
Where can I find the complete AED 10 Dish restaurant list?
The full participating restaurant and AED 10 dish information is available through District by Zomato, the official listing partner for the campaign.
Can tourists use the AED 10 Dish offers?
Yes. The campaign is designed for both Dubai residents and visitors, making it an accessible option for tourists exploring the city by Metro.
Dubai’s 10 Dirham Dish campaign offers an easy way to discover more of the city’s food scene without spending heavily. With participating restaurants and cafés spread around the Red and Green Metro Lines, residents and visitors can choose a route, explore a neighbourhood and enjoy selected dishes for AED 10 until 30 August 2026.
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