People who eat out in Dubai now have a new reason to stay a little longer. Gloria Osteria has added a pet-friendly terrace, so guests can enjoy Italian food without having to leave their pets behind.
Gloria Osteria Dubai Is Now Pet-Friendly, With Dining At Terrace
The terrace is now more relaxed, social, and a lot more welcoming for casual get-togethers that don’t need a dress code or a set plan.
The business lunch here is clean, fast, and even fun. The set menu is available from Monday to Friday and costs AED 88 for two courses. Expect to get Italian comfort food that tastes great. Think of Piccola Caprese, which has creamy buffalo mozzarella, crunchy Crocchette di Vitello Tonnato, and main dishes like Spaghetti Cacio e Quattro Pepi or Chitarra al Ragù. Finish with tiramisu if you have time. It’s worth it.
The pacing is also good for breaks at work. You get in, eat well, and get out without feeling rushed.
Aperitivo Hours Done Right
The mood changes by early evening. Gloria follows the Italian aperitivo tradition, which is all about good drinks and a reason to relax. The terrace bar starts serving classic drinks like Limoncello Spritz and Negroni after 5 pm on weekdays. Cocktails start at AED 43.
It’s the kind of setup that suits post-work catch-ups. No loud noise or forced energy. Just a steady hum, good music, and a crowd that knows why they’re there.
According to Gulf News, DIFC’s dining scene is always changing, with more laid-back, experience-based ideas. This fits right in.
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A Terrace That Makes The Experience Different
But the real news is that pets are welcome.
There are a lot of restaurants in Dubai, but not many that let pets in without making it seem like an afterthought. It seems like Gloria’s terrace was planned. It has space, comfort, and it really works for longer visits.
People will come in for a quick lunch and then stay until sunset with their dogs curled up next to them. It gives DIFC a sense of community that it sometimes lacks.
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First Published: April 22, 2026 4:43 PMFAQs
Is Gloria Osteria in DIFC pet-friendly?
Yes, the terrace now welcomes guests with their pets.
What is the price of the business lunch?
It starts from AED 88 for two courses.
When is aperitivo available at Gloria Osteria?
The aperitivo is on weekdays from 5 pm onwards.