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12.30pm-midnight. InterContinental Abu Dhabi, Qayat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain (02 557 6508).
King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street CITY CARD
(02 666 6888).
JW Steakhouse A classic American-style
Flooka Flooka A laid-back spot overlooking steakhouse serving premium-quality cuts.
the mangroves, come here for Middle Eastern This downtown option is a top choice. With
and seafood mezze and fish cooked the way you atmospheric décor and excellent presentation
want it. It’s also a popular place for shisha at adding to the brilliant meat, it doesn’t get much
evening. ⓘ Open daily noon-midnight. Eastern better. ⓘ Dhs700-850. Licensed. Open daily
Mangroves Promenade, Al Salam Street 6pm- 1am. Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi,
(02 441 8244). Shaikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street
(02 304 7777).
Golden Sail Seafood Restaurant
Golden Sail displays a unique seafood pick Marco Pierre White, Steakhouse
and ’ mix, but the kingfish is well, king here. & Grill Excellent cuts of meat and classic
ⓘ Dhs100-200. Open daily 10am-midnight. dishes that you need to try at least once (you’ll
Khalifa Street, Al Markaziyah (02 627 7204). definitely want to go back again). ⓘ Dhs750.
Open daily 6pm-midnight. Fairmont Bab Al
Safina Fine dining with fantastic seafood and Bahr, Bain Al Jessrain (02 654 3238).
average meat dishes at one of Saadiyat Island’s
most beautiful retreats. ⓘ Dhs500. Open Fri Nusr-Et An incredible restaurant serving
noon-4pm, 6pm-11pm; Sat-Wed noon-3pm, unbelievable cuts of meat by some of the best
6pm-10pm; Thu noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm. (and smartest) waiting staff in town. Yes, it can
Saadiyat Beach Club (02 656 3500). be expensive, but in reality you don’t have to
spend a fortune to eat well here. ⓘ Open daily
Sayad With its turquoise colour theme, glass noon-midnight. The Galleria, Al Maryah Island
walls and bright lights, Sayad feels a world (02 679 9949). ★ Steakhouse
away from the rest of Emirates Palace. It serves
great seafood, too, which is handy. ⓘ Dhs750+. Rodeo Grill Juicy wagyu steaks, with chunky
Licensed. Open daily 6.30pm-11.30pm. chips on the side. It’s satisfying stuff. ⓘ
Emirates Palace Hotel, West Corniche Dhs500-750. Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm,
(02 690 7999). ★ Seafood 7pm-11.30pm. Dhs500-750. Open daily
12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm. Beach
Steakhouses Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 697 9011).
The Capital Grill A sleek steakhouse with
Eating Out Finz surprisingly good Caesar salad and a solid line- are excellent, starters and desserts are more
dark, classy interior. The steaks and sides
18 oz Steakhouse with a 1960s twist offers a
up of steaks. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Unlicensed.
limited, but still tasty. ⓘ Dhs600-Dhs850.
Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm.
Licensed. Open daily 12.30pm-3pm, 7pm-
11pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed
One to One Hotel-The Village, Al Nahyan
Some of the best mezze in town and the grills Level 1, Al Seef Village Mall, Off Salam Street, (02 657 2000). CITY CARD The First Street (02 698 8137). CITY CARD
49er’s The Gold Rush Theme restaurant
The Forge Expect perfect cuts of meat
are exemplary too. ⓘ Open daily 4pm-1am. Near Khalifa Park Area, Abu Dhabi offers bustling nightlife and great views. Good every time from this high-end fine dining
Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, Khor Al (02 447 4489). starters, but the mains can often miss the mark. establishment and previous Time Out Abu
Maqta (02 818 8282). ⓘ Dhs100-250. Open daily noon-3am. Al Diar Dhanbi award-winner. This is a classy place
Phoenician An extensive menu of Lebanese Russian Dana Hotel, Al Meena (02 645 8000). guaranteeing a top night out. ⓘ Open daily
7pm-midnight. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi,
and Armenian fare. ⓘ Open daily noon-2am. 55&5th, The Grill A stunning venue Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta’a (02 818 8270).
Le Méridien, Tourist Club Area, Abu Dhabi Russian Kitchen House Cafeteria and everything it serves will wow you. From
(02 644 1121). Everything you’d hope to feature on a Russian inventive starters to succulent main courses The Foundry An intimate and stylish steak
menu – borscht, cabbage, dumplings, potato and decadent desserts, this one should be restaurant serving some of the finest cuts of
Rozanah Lebanese dishes in a lovely Yas pies and yet more cabbage, is available at this on your must-try list. ⓘ Dhs750+. Licensed. meat in the city. The South African steaks are a
Marina setting. The salads, hot and cold backstreet eatery. ⓘ Open Sat-Wed 11am- Open daily 7pm-11pm. The St. Regis Saadiyat must-try. ⓘ Dhs500. Open daily 6am-10.30am,
appetisers, grilled options and nayeh – raw 11pm; Thu-Fri 1pm-10pm. Al Markaziyah Island Resort (02 498 8443/02 498 8762). noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm. Southern Sun Abu
meats – will impress. ⓘ Open Sat-Wed noon- (02 674 4342). ★ Steakhouse Dhabi, Al Mina Street, Tourist Club Area
midnight; Thu-Fri noon-1am. Yas Marina, Yas (02 818 4888).
Island, www.rozanah.ae (02 496 3411). BBQ Al Qasr Barbecue is a bit of an
Seafood understatement for this outstanding outdoor grill The Grille The views of the golf course are top
Sambusek Stylish restaurant with an restaurant on Emirates Palace’s beach. Excellent and the succinct menu is great value. Not the
excellent array of Lebanese mezze, grills and Aquarium Top seafood in a beautiful setting flame-grilled meat and fish served in style. most bustling or cool spot in town, but the food
seafood. There’s a lovely terrace and super by the marina. Choose fresh fish from the ⓘ Dhs600-700. Open daily 7pm-midnight. is okay by us. ⓘ Dhs200-350. Dhs200-350.
service, too. ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs350. Licensed. display and relax al fresco for a great evening. Emirates Palace Hotel, West Corniche Open Mon-Thu 6pm-10pm; Fri-Sat noon-3pm,
Open daily noon-12.30am. Rosewood Abu ⓘ Dhs400+. Open daily 12.30pm-1am. Yas (02 690 7999). ★ Romantic 6pm-11pm. Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Sas Al Nakhl
Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5552). Island (02 565 0007). (02 558 8990).
Blue Grill The tasteful venue looks the part
Saudi Cuisine VIP Huge portions of Bu Tafish This age-old establishment was and knows red meat well. While the steaks are The Meat Co. Good steaks and a dash of
delicious meat on rice are served at this popular one of the first to find its feet in Abu Dhabi. The the main draw here, don’t hesitate to sample South African pizzazz. Not cheap, though.
joint that is an experience in itself. ⓘ Dhs50- menu proudly boasts its history and association the surf in addition to the turf. ⓘ Dhs500-750. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily noon-12.30am.
200. Unlicensed. Open daily 11am-11pm. with the great Sheikh Zayed. ⓘ Dhs100-250. Open daily 7pm-11.30pm. Yas Island Rotana Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain
Behind Corniche Towers, Al Khalidiyah Unlicensed. Open daily 1pm-1am. Al Zahiyah. (02 656 4000). CITY CARD (02 558 1713).
(02 665 5355). Hamdan Street (02 677 7780).
BOA Steakhouse A trendy spot that dishes The Park Bar and Grill Pleasant grill with
Shay Madhboot A brilliant, small café Catch The Nation Riviera spot serves up a up great cuts of meat and views of the lush an Asian-themed menu of seafood and steaks.
serving excellent tea (for just Dhs4) and plenty wide selection of seafood, showcasing Asian, mangroves. ⓘ Dhs600-Dhs800. Licensed. Open ⓘ Dhs500. Open daily 7pm-midnight. Park
of great breakfast, egg and bread dishes that European and Middle Eastern cuisine, with a Fri-Wed 12.30pm-1am; Thu 12.30pm-2am. Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Saadiyat
are well worth investigating. Try the shakshuka generous sprinkling of flair. ⓘ Open daily noon- Eastern Mangroves Promenade, Al Salam Street Island (02 407 1138).
for a top start to the day. ⓘ Open Sun-Thu 1am. Nation Riviera Beach Club, Corniche Road (02 641 1500).
7am-10pm; Fri-Sat 8am-10pm. Muroor West (02 611 0909). ★★ Seafood
(02 621 7323). ★ Budget Butcher & Still This 1920s Chicago FOR OUR FULL
Finz One of the most romantic spots in the city Steakhouse is a must-visit. The food is excellent
Wafi Gourmet A place to soak up the also happens to be one of the finest seafood and the staff are personable. And that truffle EATING OUT
experience as well as enjoy traditional Middle joints. Carnivores won’t find much on the menu bread... ⓘ Dhs600-Dhs800. Licensed. Open
Eastern food, including mezze and mixed grills. but the fish is where it’s at. ⓘ Dhs250-500. daily 6pm-midnight. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, LISTINGS
ⓘ Dhs200-350. Unlicensed. Open Sun-Thu Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm. Al Maryah Island (02 333 2444).
9am-midnight; Fri-Sat 9am-1am. Nation Towers, Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah, ★★ Steakhouse
Corniche Road (02 665 6077). www.rotana.com (02 697 9011). ★ Seafood
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Zaytinya A combination of efficient staff, a Fishmarket Choose your seafood of choice on the menu – steak, served in the famous
relaxing ambience and high-quality Lebanese from the market-style counter and how you’d like Entrecôte sauce. There are three cuts to choose timeoutabudhabi.com/
cuisine makes for a thoroughly recommended it cooked. One of the best seafood restaurants from, all of which are of very good quality.
experience. ⓘ Open daily 11.30am-11.30pm. around. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Licensed. Open daily ⓘ Dhs500. Open daily noon-11.30pm. Souk restaurants
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