DINE ON THE COASTLINE
FOOD WITH SOME SAND BETWEEN YOUR TOES
01 Beach House
The coastline of Saadiyat is the backdrop for this Mediterranean restaurant that serves lunch and dinner, and is child-friendly too. Watch the sun go down at its rooftop bar.
Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel And Villas, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, daily 12.30pm to midnight. Tel: (02) 4071138. Taxi: Park Hyatt. park.hyatt.com
02 Asia De Cuba
The restaurant’s alfresco area on the Corniche offers great views of Abu Dhabi’s breakwater and its sofas are a popular spot to unwind for the city’s office workers. It recently launched a new brunch menu, featuring ceviche dishes, plus mojito masterclasses.
Nation Riviera, Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, daily noon to 2am. Tel: (02) 6993333. Taxi: opposite St Regis, Corniche. asiadecuba.com
03 BBQ Al Qasr
“Would you like to sit inside or outdoors?” You won’t be asked that question at this Emirates Palace outlet that is alfresco only but can still host 96 guests. Diners sit in gazebos and eat while admiring the views of the Arabian Gulf.
Emirates Palace, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi, daily 1pm to midnight. Tel: (02) 6907999. Taxi: Emirates Palace. kempinski.com