By The Beach
Catch
Serving seafood with a side of serious style, Catch may be a place to see and be seen, but the food is worth getting dressed up for – think sashimi, grilled fish and the ubiquitous black cod.
Nation Riviera Beach Club, Corniche Road West, Abu Dhabi, daily noon to midnight. Tel: (02) 6944444. Taxi: St Regis Abu Dhabi. stregisabudhabi.com
Asia De Cuba
The term Chino-Latino might be jarring, but the cuisine it relates to has been well received in the capital. Asia De Cuba’s beachfront outpost is well worth a visit for the signature tuna pica on wontons alone.
Nation Riviera Beach Club, Corniche Road West, Abu Dhabi, daily noon to 2am. Tel: (02) 6944444. Taxi: St Regis Abu Dhabi. stregisabudhabi.com
Turquoiz
Situated in a series of rustic outposts strung out along the beach, Turquoiz couldn’t feel more removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, making it a great place to sample seafood with the sand between your toes.
St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, daily noon to 2.30am. Tel: (02) 4988888. Taxi: St Regis Saadiyat. stregissaadiyatisland.com
Lilies
Sure, there are salads, steaks and sandwiches, but truth be told, it’s all about cake, cake and more cake at this quirky Al Raha favourite. Head here around Halloween for an array of spooky sweet treats.
Al Muneera Beach Plaza, Al Raha, Abu Dhabi, daily 8am to 11pm. Tel: (02) 5577911. Taxi: Al Muneera. lilies.ae