African Queen Dubai unveils a special collaboration with JD Malat Gallery, which operates in Downtown Dubai and Mayfair, London, presenting an installation of works by Ghanaian-British artist Kojo Marfo at its J1 Beach location. Launching during the holy month of Ramadan and running through summer 2026, Marfo’s vibrant paintings enter into dialogue with the spirit of African Queen – the iconic Mediterranean restaurant founded on the French Riviera in 1969.
Installed throughout the Riviera-inspired interiors, the works transform African Queen into a dynamic cultural setting where art and gastronomy converge.
Throughout Ramadan, African Queen also hosts sea-view Iftar and suhoor, offering a curated sharing set menu that begins with dates and lentil soup, followed by Arabic mezze with warm bread, lamb samosa and stuffed vine leaves. Guests may choose from lamb, beef kebab, chicken tagine or vegetarian tagine, concluding with seasonal fruit. Soft drinks, coffee and tea are included per person.
The JD Malat Gallery and African Queen Kojo Marfo installation runs from February 2026 through summer 2026.
À la carte dining is available daily. Iftar is served from sunset throughout Ramadan, Iftar is served from sunset until 9:00 PM, with set menus starting from 296 AED per person, including welcome dates and apricot, sharing starters, a choice of main course, and dessert. The Suhoor menu is available throughout Ramadan from 10:30 PM until 1:30 AM, with last orders taken at 12:45 AM.
Address: J1 Beach – Jumeirah – Jumeirah 1 – Dubai
Phone: 04 515 4600