The best of Abu Dhabi this weekend: May 27 to 29
Destination dining, family-friendly fun and copious happy hours all add up to one memorable weekend in the capital.
Thursday 27 May 2021
Eat and Play at The Galleria Al Maryah Island
The Galleria Al Maryah Island offers an incredible dining and entertainment package this summer. Incorporating entertainment destination Xtreme Zone and The Galleria’s restaurants and eateries, guests can enjoy discounted or complimentary meals and games. Guests that visit Xtreme Zone and play for AED 50 or more can present receipts at participating restaurants to avail mega-discounts, including 25% off main menu items at Royal Orchid, 25% off main courses at Bombay Canteen and buy one biryani and get one free at Biryani Pot. Meanwhile, guests dining at participating restaurants can present receipts of AED 50 at Xtreme Zone to receive a one hour free billiards session or one game of bowling.
GO: Visit www.thegalleria.ae for more information.
Golden Night at Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Enjoy the night in style by the pool with a Happy Hour while listening to Ibiza-style music all night. The offer includes a plate on BBQ, one house draft beverage and pool access. Thursdays and Fridays, from 6:30pm to 11pm. AED 99 per person.
GO: Email events.adgc@abudhabigolf.ae or call (0)56 536 2230 for reservations more information.
Friday 28 May 2021
COYA Friday Brunch at COYA Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
Bringing three hours of flavour-filled South American dishes, the best beats, refreshing mixed drinks and some of the best views in town. The colourful Peruvian restaurant’s brunch menu includes grilled skewers, Chilean sea bass croquettes, beef rib empanadas and main courses of corn-fed baby chicken, Chilean sea bass rice pot, miso salmon and vegetarian quinoa and pumpkin iron pot. Fridays from 12:30pm to 4pm. AED 278 (soft beverages), AED 398 (house beverages) and AED 498 (premium beverages).
GO: Email reservations.ad@coyarestaurant.ae or call (0)2 306 7000 for reservations and more information.
La Mesa Brunch at Stock Burger Co, Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi
Stock Burger Co, the American restaurant focusing on gourmet burgers and craft hops will kick-start the weekend with its new La Mesa Brunch. Tuck into a Latino-inspired tapas served directly to your table, alongside unlimited beverages and a relaxed environment. AED 175 (soft beverages) and AED 250 (house beverages)
GO: Call (0)2 657 4864 for reservations and more information.
Saturday 29 May 2021
Oak Room Saturday Roast at Oak Room, The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Set in the renowned, oak-panelled restaurant to a backdrop of English rock ‘n’ roll classic tunes, a three-hour seated menu of British favourites awaits. Guests can indulge in four courses, starting with shared seasonal salads, followed by a delectable Salmon Wellington. Main course choices include roasted Striploin of Beef and Lamb Saddle accompanied by an array of sides, from crisp roast potatoes to cauliflower cheese and traditional Yorkshire puddings. Tempting desserts include Sticky Toffee Pudding and Apple and Blackberry Crumble, as well as an exquisite cheese selection. Saturdays, from 12:30pm to 5pm. AED 195 (soft beverages), AED 295 (house beverages) and AED 365 (bubbles).
GO: Email restaurantreservations.auh@editionhotels.com or call (0)2 208 0000 for reservations and more information.
Happy Hour at Waves Bar, Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan
Whether it’s sundowners in one of the wooden cabanas replete with colourful plump cushions on the terrace or catching up with friends in the intimate indoor bar, Waves offers a multi-faceted space ideal for any occasion. The beverages are not to be overlooked, and the varied range of mocktails and mixed drinks are bound to please, with a daily Happy Hour offering buy one, get one free offer on selected spirits, grapes, and hops every day from 5pm to 8pm.
GO: Call (0)2 501 6444 for reservations and more information.
