Tell the boss you’ll be late to work on Sunday morning because we’ve found the best spots in town to watch the ‘Money Fight’… Mayweather vs McGregor! Fight time in Dubai is still to be confirmed, but these 15 venues and sports bars in Dubai will begin filling up from around 6am. You ready?!
1. Barasti
You can’t go wrong in the pre-historic Lost World tent at Barasti. Grab an English breakfast with juice, coffee and tea while witnessing all the action on the big screen.
Location: Le Meridien Mina Seyahi
The offer: AED 80 for breakfast
Opening time: 6am
2. Barrel 12
Looking for an early happy-hour while enjoying the fight? No judgement, ladies and gents, because Barrel 12 is serving drinks from 7am (alongside breakfast, of course.)
Location: Palm View East, Palm Jumeirah
The offer: AED 100 with unlimited breakfast
Opening time: 7am
3. Novo and Vox Cinemas
Novo Cinemas: Watch the ‘fight of the century’ on the big screen at Novo locations in Dubai Festival City and Ibn Battuta Mall, along with Sahara Centre in Sharjah.
The offer: AED 99, breakfast included
Vox Cinemas: Head down to Vox locations in BurJuman, Cineplex Grand Hyatt, City Centre Deira/Mirdif, Mercato Mall, and Mall of the Emirates (including ThEATre by Rhodes for AED 150.)
The offer: AED 75
Opening time: 5am
4. Lock, Stock and Barrel
The magic of Las Vegas is taking over LSB, complete with ring girls, a sound and light show, and an unlimited Vegas-style breakfast. This one looks lit!
Location: Grand Millenium, Barsha Heights
The offer: AED 125 including unlimited breakfast
Opening time: 6am
5. Bidi Bondi
Catch the fight on Bidi Bondi’s 14 screens, or on the two giant pop-up screens they plan to set up. Best part? Entry is free.
Location: Clubhouse Al Manhal, Palm Jumeirah
The offer: Entry is free. Breakfast special costs AED 75
Opening time: 6am
6. Perry & Blackwelder’s
Don’t bother going home on Saturday night because Perry & Blackwelder’s is opening its doors extra early (or late?) this weekend. The sports bar has 12 big screens and 11 TVs around the space – make sure you book a spot for this one.
Location: Souk Madinat Jumeirah
The offer: AED 60 with breakfast
Opening time: 3am
7. The Irish Village
We think it’s safe to say that Irish Village will be McGregor territory. Make sure you’re there early to get a spot as this locale will be bursting with passionate fans.
Location: Garhoud near the Aviation Club
The offer: Entry is free. Breakfast dishes from AED 65
Opening time: 6am
8. Burger & Lobster
From the ‘Full McGregor Breakfast’ to the ‘Mayweathered Eggs Benedict’, you’ll have as much fun with the Burger & Lobster menu as you will watching the fight.
Location: Burj Daman Building, DIFC
The offer: AED 110 with set breakfast
Opening time: 4am
9. McGettigan’s
Expect the atmosphere at McGettigan’s JLT to be electric with plenty of fanfare. With free entry, you can also head to their branch in DTWC for some great fighting action.
Locations: Cluster J in JLT / DWTC
The offer: Entry is free. Breakfast is AED 79 (JLT) and AED 60 (DWTC)
Opening time: 6am
10. Nasimi Beach
Nasimi Beach at Atlantis will be screening the fight on three large TV screens in the restuarant area. They’re got a ‘Knockout’ breakfast special on that you also don’t want to miss.
Location: Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah
The offer: AED 90 with breakfast
Opening time: 5:30am
11. Girders
Catch all the action while tucking into a buffet-style English breakfast at Girders. There’s no cover charge so get there early to secure a spot.
Location: JA Ocean View Hotel, JBR
The offer: Free entry. Breakfast for AED 75
Opening time: 6am
12. Bridgewater Tavern
Bridgewater Tavern is serving up a breakfast of champions alongside beers and cocktails (if you’re an early starter.) Take on the unlimited menu while catching the fight – this place is guaranteed to be packed.
Location: JW Marriot Marquis Hotel Dubai, Business Bay
The offer: AED 200 per person
Opening time: 6:30am
13. Dhow & Anchor
For a sweet locale to watch the fight, head to Dhow & Anchor where you’ll find a full English breakfast on offer. Oh, and they’re also syndicating the match throughout the day.
Location: Jumeirah Beach Hotel
The offer: AED 95 for breakfast special
Opening time: 6am
14. Kickers
One of the best sports bars in Dubai to watch the fight, Kickers features 11 TVs along with five projector screens so you won’t miss a jab. Come down for the ‘Heavy Weight Breakfast’ and enjoy the action with a full tummy.
Location: Sports Village, Dubai Sports City
The offer: AED 85 for buffet breakfast
Opening time: 6am
15. ON42
Close to our offices, you can catch a few fight fans from insydo at ON42 in Media City this Sunday. The bar is also hosting a breakfast buffet and with all the trimmings, so come hungry.
Location: Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City
The offer: AED 99 with buffet breakfast
Opening time: 7am
… or just order OSN at home
Purchase the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight in the comfort of your home from OSN Sports Box Office HD for around AED 75.