World Burger Day lands on 28 May, and Dubai is doing what Dubai does best: turning a simple patty into a city-wide event.
There’s a 24-karat gold brioche bun at Souk Madinat Jumeirah. A croissant-smash hybrid on Bluewaters. Wagyu loaded with shaved truffle and caviar. Two-for-one deals. Free sliders. And for anyone who just wants a really, really good cheeseburger without the theatrics, there’s plenty of that too. From one-day-only offers dropping exclusively on the 28th to spots worth the trip any day of the week, here’s where to eat your way across the city this World Burger Day in Dubai. Fully organised by vibe, price point, and how much sauce you’re willing to get on your shirt.
The May 28th-only deals you need to lock in
Plan around these. They’re one-day-only, and some of them are absurdly generous, which you cannot miss on World Burger Day in Dubai.
Sal’s Burger Kitchen | Palm Jumeirah Mall
Sal’s is treating World Burger Day in Dubai like a proper occasion. Order any burger or burger combo on 28 May, and you get a free slider of your choice. Pick from the Sal’s Burger Slider, the Entrecote Slider, or the Le French Slider. The offer runs all day, opening to close. Just mention World Burger Day at the counter. And if a free slider isn’t enough to get you there, the regular menu speaks for itself.
BrewDog | Bluewaters
Two-for-one burgers. That’s it. That’s the deal. Buy any two burgers, pay for one. At a venue with 22 craft beer taps, duckpin bowling lanes, and views of Ain Dubai from the terrace, this is easily one of the best value propositions on the island. BrewDog’s stacked patties are designed to go with their house-brewed Punk IPA or Hazy Jane, so lean into that pairing.
McGettigan’s | Souk Madinat Jumeirah
McGettigan’s Souk Madinat is celebrating World Burger Day in Dubai on 28th May with a one-day-only slider special made for burger lovers. Three sliders and fries for AED 69. The lineup: Crispy Chicken, Beef Burger, and BBQ Pulled Pork. McGettigan’s has been doing the Irish-pub-in-Dubai thing long enough to know how to keep it fun without cutting corners. This deal is basically a sampler platter for people who refuse to commit to one flavor.
Gunaydin | Bluewaters
Not a burger-specific deal, but worth knowing about: Gunaydin is running a summer offer with 15% off all food items from 1 PM to 11 PM. If you’ve been eyeing their Turkish-style grilled meats and haven’t pulled the trigger, 28 May is a good day to do it. Their beef game is no joke.
The big-ticket Burgers Worth the Splurge on World Burger Day
The Meat Co. | Souk Madinat Jumeirah – 100 Dollar Burger AED 367
Wagyu beef, shaved truffle, caviar, and a gold brioche bun. At AED 367, this is the burger you actually want to try on World Burger Day in Dubai. The Meat Co. serves it at their Souk Madinat Jumeirah terrace, right on the waterfront with the Burj Al Arab framed behind your table. The wagyu patty is rich, the truffle cuts through with that earthy hit, and the caviar adds a salty pop that somehow ties the whole thing together. Order it with a glass of something cold, take the terrace seat, and let the afternoon disappear. There are cheaper burgers on this list. None of them come with this view or this story to tell afterwards.
Bakerist | Bluewaters – Croissant Smash Burger | AED 104
Bakerist made its name with those viral giant croissants, and the Croissant Smash Burger takes that same flaky, buttery pastry and turns it into a burger bun. The beef patty stays juicy, the croissant layers shatter and crisp on the outside while soaking up the juices on the inside, and every bite has that sweet-savoury contrast that keeps pulling you back in. The Bluewaters outlet is the one to hit, with Ain Dubai as your backdrop while you work through it.
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Where to go when you want a proper sit-down burger
The burger isn’t just “on the menu” at these places. It’s the thing they want you to order. Quality beef, considered toppings, and price tags sitting in that sweet spot between fast food and fine dining.
Three Cuts Steakhouse and Bar | Palm Jumeirah Mall
The Three Cuts Burger arrives sliced in half, plated over a choice of Green Peppercorn or Entrecote sauce, and the move is to dip every bite. The beef is high-quality, the sauce adds a layer of warmth and richness that a regular burger never gets close to, and the crispy skinny fries on the side are exactly right. Pair it with a cold draught beer on Rooftop West and the whole thing becomes a proper afternoon. The full Burgers and Beer set goes for AED 150, available Monday to Saturday from 12 PM to 7 PM.
- For reservations: reservations@threecuts.co | 04 420 1113 | WhatsApp +971 58 698 6113
Belgian Beer Cafe | Souk Madinat Jumeirah – Belgian Signature Burger | AED 95
An Angus patty topped with a cheese croquette. The croquette is crunchy on the outside, molten cheese on the inside, and when it breaks open against the beef, the whole texture shifts into something you won’t find anywhere else on this list. Grab a Belgian beer to go with it and settle into the Souk Madinat setting.
Cafe Bateel | JBR – Wagyu Trio | AED 95
Prime Wagyu with Cafe Bateel’s signature date-balsamic onions. The dates bring a caramelised sweetness that melts into the balsamic, and against the richness of the wagyu, every bite has this warm, layered depth that sticks with you. Bateel built its name on dates, and folding that into a burger topping is the kind of move that deserves attention. A JBR beachfront setting and a wagyu patty with date-balsamic onions. That’s an afternoon sorted.
3Fils | Jumeirah Fishing Harbour – Truffle Burger | AED 98 | Wagyu Overload | AED 79
3Fils built its reputation on Japanese-inspired Asian fusion at a walk-in-only harbour spot, and the burgers here have their own cult following. The Truffle Burger goes all in: wagyu patty, shaved Italian truffle, truffle mayo, and truffle paste. Every bite is earthy, rich, and unapologetically loaded. The Wagyu Overload brings provolone and chipotle mayo on a patty that drips with flavour and looks as good as it tastes. And for something completely different, the Fish Burger has been a long-standing favourite among regulars: panko-crumbed cod with an Asian tartare sauce and pickled onion in a soft bun, light and clean and perfect for the harbour setting. All three are available at 3Fils Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and the Wagyu Overload can also be found at SLRP Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Walk-in only, expect a queue, and show up hungry.
BRIX Café | Jumeirah Fishing Harbour – Juicy Wagyu Burger
BRIX sits in Jumeirah Fishing Harbour alongside its sibling 3Fils, and the Juicy Wagyu Burger here deserves its own trip. A potato bun holds a homemade beef patty with black garlic mayo, sauteed portobello mushrooms, Emmental cheese, and beef bacon. The black garlic mayo adds a mellow, almost sweet depth, the mushrooms bring earthiness, and the beef bacon gives it a salty crunch. Order it with the Crunchy Broccolini on the side: battered broccolini stems, deep-fried and seasoned with smoked paprika and dried oregano, served with an Asian dressing. The burger is the reason to go. The broccolini is the reason to go back.
Frank Meat and Taps | Bluewaters – Wagyu Cheesy Killer Burger | AED 90
Wagyu beef topped with cheesy sauce and Cheetos. The Cheetos add a salty, crunchy layer that melts into the cheesy sauce as you eat, and the wagyu underneath holds up to all of it. It’s messy, it’s loud, and it’s the kind of burger you eat with both hands and zero regret. Grab napkins before you sit down.
Izu Burger | Boxpark – Australian Angus Potato Bun | AED 65
Sliced ribeye with Izu BBQ sauce on a potato bun. The ribeye brings a beefiness that a regular patty can’t match, and the Izu BBQ sauce has real depth to it: savoury, slightly smoky, never too sweet. The potato bun is soft enough to soak up the juices without falling apart in your hands. At AED 65, this is chef-level burger craft at a Boxpark price point. Go hungry.
The Butcher Shop and Grill | JBR – Beef Burger | AED 64
Minced Wagyu served with coleslaw. The patty is the star here: well-seasoned, cooked with care, and the Wagyu fat gives it a richness that lingers. The coleslaw cuts through with a cool crunch. Walk into The Butcher Shop on JBR, order this, and let the beef do the rest.
The Coterie | Ibn Battuta Mall
A 230g Wagyu beef blend with smoked applewood cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and tomato chutney, all sitting on a bed of chip shop chips. Add a fried organic egg or veal bacon for the full build. The smoked applewood cheddar melts into the wagyu and the tomato chutney adds a tangy sweetness that rounds out every bite. And yes, the chip shop chips underneath soak up everything that drips down. Order the full build. Go all the way.
Best burgers under AED 60 that punch way above their price
High Joint | Bluewaters – High Jamz | AED 59
Angus beef with beef bacon jam. The bacon jam is sweet, smoky, slightly sticky, and it clings to the patty in a way that makes every bite feel like the best one. High Joint has a cult following in Dubai, and once you try the High Jamz, you’ll understand why people keep coming back. Small spot, big flavour, no fuss.
Meat Moot | JBR and Last Exit – Double Urge Burger | AED 52
130g of smashed beef with creamy truffle sauce. The truffle sauce is subtle enough to let the beef shine through, but present enough that you taste it in every single bite. Meat Moot keeps the menu tight and the execution consistent. Two locations (JBR and Last Exit) mean you can grab one beachside or on a highway pit stop. Either way, the burger hits the same.
Big Smoke Burger | Boxpark and Last Exit – The Big Smoke | AED 49
100% Wagyu beef patty, smoked cheddar, caramelised onion, and horseradish mayo on a brioche bun. The horseradish mayo gives it a sharp, peppery kick that wakes the whole burger up, and the caramelised onion balances it with something sweet and sticky. Wagyu at under 50 dirhams, with toppings that actually make you stop and pay attention. Two locations: Boxpark and Last Exit.
Smokd Eatery | Boxpark – Brisket Jam Burger | AED 45
House-made brisket jam and “tallownaise” (tallow mayo, for the uninitiated). The brisket jam is sticky, savoury, and deeply smoky, and the tallownaise adds a richness that regular mayo never could. Smokd brings proper barbecue thinking to a burger, and this is the menu item that shows it best. At AED 45 in Boxpark, it’s an easy yes.
SHE Burger | Last Exit Al Khawaneej – Gone In 60 Seconds | AED 43
Angus beef with spiced mushrooms. The mushrooms are seasoned with enough warmth that they add a whole extra flavour dimension to the patty, and the Angus beef underneath is solid, well-cooked, and satisfying. At AED 43, this is one of the best-value burgers on this entire list. Find it at Last Exit Al Khawaneej and bring your appetite.
Pickl | JBR – BBQ Bacon Cheese Burger | AED 42
Chuck patty with fried pickled onions. Pickl has won Best Burger from Time Out Magazine and Restaurant of the Year from Deliveroo, and they did it by keeping things simple. No preservatives, no hormones, no antibiotics. The BBQ Bacon Cheese Burger is one of those “why would you ever order anything else” situations. The fried pickled onions are a small detail that makes a big difference.
The ones you probably haven’t tried yet (but should)
McCafferty’s Irish Bar and Restaurant | Circle Mall
McCafferty’s Signature Burger is built on layers: Angus beef, bone marrow, aged Dublin cheddar, lettuce, tomato, veal bacon, and sesame brioche. The bone marrow is the thing to pay attention to here. It melts into the patty and adds a deep, buttery richness that stays with you long after the last bite. The Irish-pub-meets-steakhouse setting at Circle Mall makes it the kind of place to sit down, take your time, and enjoy the whole experience.
Maxzi The Good Food Shop | Circle Mall
Maxzi’s smash-and-sear burgers run on 100% Wagyu beef patties (antibiotic-free, always fresh) with house master sauce, onion, and pickles. The Double Cheeseburger and the Truffle and Mushroom Cheeseburger are the standout orders, but the MAXZImum Meat Lovers is there for anyone who wants to make a statement. Clean ingredients, messy eating.
Wet Black Burger | Bay Square
The Gorilla Black Burger is the signature here: double smash patties on a black brioche bun with melted cheddar and caramelised crispy onions. The black bun is striking, but the real draw is the combination of those crispy onions with the melted cheddar pulling apart between two smashed patties. The Unstoppable Burger is another strong order, with a 180g Wagyu patty, caramelised onion and mushroom sauce, and cheddar on brioche. Bay Square location, easy to find, and the burgers are worth the detour.
May 28th – World Burger Dat in Dubai. Pick a price point, pick a patty, and go eat a burger. Dubai’s got 23 reasons to skip the salad this week.
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