Just because you are far from home does not mean that you can’t enjoy eating a tasty Christmas dinner at one of Abu Dhabi’s many restaurants.
Filini Garden
Filini Garden at the Radisson Blu on Yas Island is hosting a Christmas Brunch on the 25th that is perfect for the whole family. They are offering face painting and Santa is even dropping in to spread a bit of Christmas cheer, and give presents to the kids. Along with this, they will be serving their modern take on classic Italian dishes, along with wine and soft drinks.
Assymetri
Assymetri, also at Yas Island Radisson Blu, is serving Christmas Brunch, with a buffet table, live entertainment and Santa popping in to surprise the kids. It looks to be a fun way to spend time with your family on Christmas day.
The Tavern
If you fancy a British take on Christmas, then The Tavern at the Sheraton Abu Dhabi is hosting a Christmas post-brunch from 4:30pm on the 25th. You can expect live music, tasty pub grub and a very lively atmosphere.
Bistro
Bistro at The Courtyard Marriott at the World Trade Centre in Abu Dhabi is offering special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day events. On Christmas Eve, they have seafood and a carving station, and build your own gingerbread house for the kids. On Christmas Day they have a special festive brunch as well as roast turkey with all the trimmings.
Café Palmier
Le Royal Meridian in Dubai is hosting seasonal events on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Café Palmier. As well as festive food and drinks, there will be carol singing and presents for the kids.
Dine
Dine at the super cool Aloft Hotel is serving up a traditional Christmas dinner with roast turkey and potatoes and Christmas pud. You can enjoy this on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
Cho Gao
If you prefer Asian inspired food, then Cho Gao Marina Walk will appeal to you. They are having special dining events on Christmas Eve and Christmas with live music. They are also serving up traditional Christmas food if you just can’t do without turkey and all the trimmings.
The Sportsman’s Arms
The American-Irish gastropub at Zayed Sports City that was voted as being family pub of the year in Abu Dhabi is holding a four-course dinner on Christmas day. They are also serving up seasonal favourites in Christmas Eve and vegetarians are catered for too.
Ingredients
Ingredients at the Eastern Mangrove Hotel and Spa is offering a deluxe Christmas dinner on the 24th and 25th with turkey, freshly shucked oysters and foie gras for those who enjoy an upmarket Christmas.
Todd English’s Olives
This restaurant offers a modern twist on Italian cuisine and has won many awards since it opened its doors at Venetian Village in Abu Dhabi. They are offering a Christmas Eve dinner and a Christmas brunch, and all the family are welcome.