One of my favourite places in Dubai is the Bab Al Shams resort - a fabulous retreat rising up from the desert dunes. If you want to entertain out-of-towners, Bab Al Shams is a must. (Bab Al Shams is Arabic for the doorway to the sun).
If you're after an Arabic dining experience, go to Al Hadeerah: "Like
a scene straight out of an Arabian fairytale, Al Hadheerah Desert
Restaurant is the place to experience traditional fare amid rolling
sand dunes. Here the mood
of old Arabia is captured perfectly through the lively entertainment of
belly dancers, henna artists, live bands and falcon displays''.