New Year’s Eve: Where to celebrate in Abu Dhabi
FACT’s top picks for a New Year’s Eve to remember in Abu Dhabi.
99 Sushi Bar and Restaurant
New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and 99 Sushi has got you covered with front-row seats to the spectacular fireworks of Al Maryah Island in the Capital. From 8pm, an enticing 15-course menu will be served, including some of 99’s most-appreciated signatures, celebrating the venue’s newly obtained MICHELIN Star. This exceptional 2023 dinner will be paired with free-flowing premium beverages until midnight, when guests will be offered a complimentary glass of French bubbles as a prelude to the lavish after-party, with a DJ and live entertainment. Saturday 31 December. AED 999 (dining room), AED 1,199 (window seats) and AED 1.399 (terrace).
GO: Email reservations.ad@99sushibar.com or call 02 672 3333 for reservations and more information.
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Ring in the New Year in spectacular style with friends or loved ones at the FACT Award-winning Nahaam in Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers. Once again, Nahaam and SOLE will team up to serve a fabulous evening brunch from 7pm until 12 pm. And, of course, the feast will be accented with entertainment by way of a DJ, a live band, and a few surprises on the night. The brunch starts at AED 650 (soft beverages included), while children under six dine for free.
GO: Visit www.festiveseasonabudhabi.com for reservations and more information.
Cooper’s
Cooper’s invites you to one of the capital’s most fun New Year’s Eve celebrations. Party the night away with great deals on drinks, a special festive menu and live entertainment. Come dressed in your most dazzling outfit, and you can win amazing prizes. Saturday 31 December, from 8pm to 3am. AED 180 (one bar bite and your choice of three cocktails, spirits or bottled hops) or AED 349 (three-hour unlimited drinks package).
GO: Call 02 657 3325 for reservations and more information.
COYA Abu Dhabi
COYA is bringing the essence of Peruvian culture to life by taking revellers on a voyage through the intriguing tale of ‘Golden Inca Empire’ this New Year’s Eve. Expect a dazzling evening where guests are encouraged to toast the year ahead while relishing the superb mixes from the COYA MUSIC resident DJ and enjoying Latin American dishes and refreshing signature cocktails. Partygoers will also be treated to amazing views of the New Year’s fireworks. Saturday 31 December, from 6.30pm until late.AED 800 (minimum spend per person in the main dining room and the high tables), AED 1,200 (minimum spend per person on the enclosed terrace) and AED 1,200 (minimum spend per person in the VIP sofa seating at the Pisco Bar).
GO: Call 02 306 7000 for reservations and more information.
Cyan Brasserie
Make your way to Cyan Brasserie for an exceptional New Year’s Eve dinner. Wind up the year with an extravagant selection of food and drinks, live music, and spectacular views over the city and the Gulf. Expect a nine-course set menu, free-flowing beverages, a glamorous ambience, and impressive entertainment. Saturday 31 December, from 7pm. AED 550 (soft beverages), AED 650 (house beverages) and AED 750 (premium bubbly).
GO: Call 056 544 8158 for reservations and more information.
Grills@Chill’O
Bringing the taste of France to UAE, Grills@Chill’O is hosting a special New Year’s Eve dinner that features a bouillabaisse station, foie-gras and scallops’ station, a selection of fresh oysters and sushi, seafood and lobsters. Unwind with soothing lounge music and a live performance by QB and Royal Duo. Saturday 31 December, from 8pm to 1am. AED 349 (soft beverages), add AED 149 per person for unlimited house beverages or add AED 375 per person for champagne.
GO: Call 02 813 7777 for reservations and more information.
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Usher in the New Year over a ‘Fire & Ice’-themed buffet at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island’s gorgeous poolside, surrounded by lush gardens. Diners can enjoy hot dishes served with a live fire show, while the cold section will feature ice figures and serve the freshest catch of the day. The menu also includes sushi, tapas, BBQ grills and meat carvings. Welcome 2023 in style while watching the spectacular fireworks display at Yas Bay. Saturday 31 December, from 7:30pm to 1am. AED 700 (soft beverages), AED 900 (premium bubbly and spirits) and AED 375 (children aged six to 12 years).
GO: Email dineatcapila@hilton.com or call 02 208 6900 for reservations and more information.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi
Start your New Year’s Eve celebrations with a stylish dinner at Byblos Sur Mer at InterContinental Abu Dhabi. Explore a menu of gourmet Levantine cuisine and sip on refreshing beverages whilst listening to live music overlooking the marina. Saturday 31 December. AED 495 (upper lounge seating including house beverages), AED 550 (terrace seating including soft beverages), AED 650 (terrace seating including house beverages), AED 750 (house beverages) and AED 950 (premium beverages).
GO: Visit www.icad.ae or call 800 423 463 for reservations and more information.
Marriott Hotel Al Forsan
Make it a sizzling New Year’s Eve countdown that elevates your celebrations with an intimate family-style menu at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan’s sleek steakhouse, The Grill. Carve your way through a curated set menu of prime cuts and succulent BBQ including bay lobster, foie gras torchon, Murray cod, and charcoal-kissed venison as you toast to new beginnings with friends and loved ones. Make a reservation before 15 December, and you will receive a 25% discount. Saturday 31 December, from 7pm to midnight. AED 305 (soft beverages), AED 455 (house beverages) and AED 555 (Champagne).
GO: Visit www.marriottalforsanlife.com or 02 201 4131 for reservations and more information.
Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi
Take your New Year’s celebrations to another level AT25, the rooftop hotspot atop Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi. Say goodbye to 2022 with a live DJ, crafted mixed drinks and a countdown to the New Year. Saturday 31 December, from 8.30pm to 3am. AED 150 for three house beverages.
GO: Visit www.marriottdowntownabudhabilife.com or call 02 304 7777 for reservations and more information.
Penelope’s Brasserie & Jazz Bar Américain
Penelope’s is encouraging everyone to welcome in 2023 lost in the music, art and enchanting ambience of the Jazz Age. Presenting a flawless mix of masterfully executed sharing-style French Mediterranean recipes, premium champagne and incredible live jazz performances, the electric New Year’s celebration is further elevated with views of the fireworks. Saturday 31 December, from. 8pm to 1am. AED 850 (three-course sharing style menu, a bottle of Champagne per table and an open bar from 8pm to 1am.)
GO: Visit www.penelopes.ae for more information.
Ray’s Grill
Serving a special set menu for New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi, the upscale steakhouse is all set to serve four courses complemented by a pianist who will serenade diners from 9:30pm until midnight. The first seating will take place from 6pm to 8:30pm and is priced at AED 350 per person, inclusive of one glass of prosecco, or AED 425 per person if you prefer a glass of champagne. The second seating will take place from 9:30pm to midnight, and is priced at AED 650 per person, inclusive of one glass of prosecco, or AED 850 per person if you prefer a glass of champagne.
GO: Visit www.festiveseasonabudhabi.com for reservations and more information.
Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi
Turn over a new leaf on New Year’s Eve with a live performance from the one and only Myles Sanko, in addition to dance shows, DJs and many other surprises. Younger guests can enjoy an abundance of fun and exciting activities while watching the spectacular fireworks light up the Abu Dhabi sky.
GO: Email reservation.marina@rixos.com or call 02 498 0000 for reservations and more information.
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
Sim Sim is pulling out all the stops with an impressive New Year’s Eve in Abu Dhabi Gala Dinner. Indulge in a lavish spread of international delicacies with live cooking stations, delectable seafood, grills, and unlimited beverages. And once you’ve finished dining, you can continue your end-of-the-year celebrations at Nasma Beachfront Bar with the countdown and Hamilton’s Gastropub for the after-party. Saturday 31 December, from 7:30pm to midnight. AED 875 (soft beverages), AED 1,150 (house beverages) and AED 425 (children aged six to 12 years).
GO: Email fb.saadiyat@rotana.com or call 02 697 0000 for reservations and more information.
Silk & Spice
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Thai touch at Silk & Spice. Enjoy a four-course set menu with unlimited beverages and experience Thai flavours to create long-lasting memories to cherish this festive season. Expect dance performances and complimentary access to the New Year’s Eve midnight countdown at Grills@Chill’O and Jazz & Fizz. Saturday 31 December. AED 249 (soft beverages).
GO: Call 02 813 7777 for reservations and more information.
Teatro
Welcome the New Year with a black and white-themed gala dinner at Teatro. Expect a lavish buffet featuring a sushi and sake bar, oyster and caviar station, carvery station, Peking duck corner, dessert bar and more. The evening will include a selection of signature cocktails and live entertainment. Saturday 31 December, from 8pm to 1am. AED 345 (soft beverages) and AED 450 (house beverages).
GO: Visit rotanatimes.com/parkrotana or call 02 657 3317 for reservations and more information.
The Warehouse Wine & Tapas Bar
New Year’s Eve celebrations at the Warehouse are known to be full of good vibes, tempting tapas, and sharing experiences. This year the FACT Award-winning venue is taking the festivities up a notch with a live Spanish singer and guitarist. Saturday 31 December, from 9pm to 1am. AED 350 (set tapas menu and soft beverages) and AED 500 (set tapas menu and unlimited house beverages).
GO: Email warehouse.pearl@rotana.com or call 02 307 5552 for reservations and more information.
The WB Abu Dhabi
Glam up to attend a stylish masquerade dinner party at The Director’s Club, The WB Abu Dhabi’s sophisticated meatery. Gather your friends and family and enjoy tantalising premium cuts, served with a signature Martini (inspired by the final shot before wrapping the film set for a day, also known as ‘The Martini Shot’) in an upbeat ambience. Saturday 31 December, from 8:30pm to 12:30am. AED 350 (soft beverages), AED 475 (premium beverages) and AED 550 (bubbly).
GO: Email dine.thewbabudhabi@hilton.com or call 02 815 0000 for reservations and more information.
Zuma
Ring in the new year in extravagant style as the FACT Award-winning Japanese izakaya plays host to Zuma’s Glitter Gala. Guests can expect live music and light shows while indulging in a selection of Zuma’s signature dishes, including the spicy beef tenderloin, black cod marinated in miso and grilled seabass with chilli and ginger. A selection of innovative drinks will be available to ensure you have a memorable night. Saturday 31 December. AED 1,000 (minimum spend in the restaurant or the lounge),
GO: Visit https://zumarestaurant.com or call 02 401 5900 for reservations and more information.
