Festive dining in Abu Dhabi | Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve 2025

Abu Dhabi Review
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From elegant Christmas Eve dinners and family-friendly Christmas Day brunches to statement New Year’s Eve celebrations, here is your complete guide to festive dining across Abu Dhabi this season.

CHRISTMAS EVE DINING

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Terra Secca - Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Time: 7:00pm to 11:00pm

Price:

AED 350 per person with soft beverages
AED 550 per person with bubbles and selected house beverages

An elegant Italian-inspired set menu served in an intimate desert setting.

Bait Al Hanine - Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Time: 7:00pm to 11:00pm

Price:

AED 300 per person with soft beverages
AED 500 per person with bubbles and selected house beverages

A festive international buffet ideal for families and groups.

Amerigos - Park Inn, Yas Plaza Hotels

Time: 7:00pm to 11:00pm

Price:

AED 295 with house beverages
AED 525 with champagne

A vibrant Mexican-style festive evening brunch.

Jing Asia - Radison Blu, Yas Plaza

Time: 7:00pm to 11:00pmPrice:

AED 195 with soft beverages
AED 295 with house beverages

International festive buffets across Yas Plaza Hotels.

Cho Gao Marina Walk, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Time: 5:00pm to midnight

Price:

AED 199 with soft beverages
AED 299 with house beverages

Pan-Asian sharing-style festive dining by the marina.

Chamas Churrascaria, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Time: 6:00pm to 11:00pm

Price:

AED 385 with soft beverages
AED 485 with house beverages

Brazilian feast featuring 18 cuts of meat, turkey carving and festive desserts.

Porto Gina

Time: 6:00pm to 11:00pm

Price:

AED 219 with soft beverages
AED 299 with house beverages
AED 99 for children aged 6 to 11

Italian sharing-style festive menu. A la carte also available.

Byblos Sur Mer, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Time: 10:30pm to 2:00am

Price:

AED 220 with soft beverages
AED 350 with unlimited house beverages
AED 125 for children aged 6 to 11

Late-night Lebanese celebration with live music by the marina.

Fishmarket

Time: 12:00pm to 10:30pm

Festive seafood displays featuring caviar and Norwegian king crab. Set menu available for groups of 10 or more.

CHRISTMAS DAY DINING

Thursday, 25 December 2025

SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi

Time: From 12:30pm

Price:

AED 595 non-alcoholic
AED 695 house beverages
AED 795 champagne

High-energy Christmas SAMBABRUNCH with live DJs, samba dancers and terrace views over the Corniche.

Stills

Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm

Price:

AED 295 house beverages
AED 525 champagne

A lively Christmas Day brunch with roasts and festive favourites.

Belgian Café

Time: From 1:00pm

Price:

AED 385 with soft beverages
AED 485 with house beverages
AED 185 for children aged 6 to 11

Family-friendly Christmas Mega Brunch with Santa and kids activities.

Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, Emirates Palace

Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm

Price: From AED 450 per person

A refined Japanese Christmas Day lunch with sharing starters and premium mains.

Terra Secca, Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Price:

AED 300 with soft beverages
AED 500 with bubbles and house beverages

Italian-inspired festive brunch in the desert.

Byblos Sur Mer, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Price:

AED 220 with soft beverages
AED 350 with unlimited house beverages
AED 125 for children aged 6 to 11

Lebanese Christmas brunch with live entertainment and Santa.

Jones Social, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Time: 12:30pm to 5:00pm

Price:

AED 199 with soft beverages
AED 299 with house beverages
AED 99 for children aged 6 to 11

Sharing-style Christmas Day dining with a warm social vibe.

NEW YEAR’S EVE DINING

Wednesday, 31 December 2025

SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi

Two seatings from 6:00pm onwardsMinimum spends from AED 1,000 per person

High-energy SAMBAZONIA NYE with DJs, samba dancers, live saxophonist and terrace views.

Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, Emirates Palace

Five-course set menu with fireworks views and after-party access.

Pricing on request.

Al Mabeet Desert Camp, Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa

Time: 8:00pm to 1:00am

Price:

AED 750 soft beverages
AED 1,000 with cocktails and bubbles
AED 375 for children aged 6 to 12

Bedouin-inspired gala dinner under the stars.

Yas Plaza Hotels

Carnival-style gala dinners and themed celebrations across Amerigos, Jing Asia, Assymetri, Choices and Filini Garden.

Each offering distinct NYE menus, live entertainment and countdown celebrations.

FESTIVE SEASON ONGOING

Pincode by Chef Kunal Kapur - The Galleria Al Maryah Island Abu Dhabi

Dates: 23 December 2025 to 3 January 2026

Price: From AED 30

A festive a la carte menu inspired by India’s regional pin codes.

Tiki Pacifico Dining & Lounge

Tiki Pacifico, standalone venue

Dates: 22 to 25 December 2025

Time: From 7:00pm

Celebrate the festive season with an upbeat evening at Tiki Pacifico, featuring a three course set menu, drinks packages, and live DJ entertainment. Designed for relaxed celebrations with friends and family, this festive soirée blends lively atmosphere with crowd pleasing flavours.

Prices: from AED 249 three course set menu

Bookings: +971 50 696 9298

Website: https://eventsbooking.sosocial.com/booking/6691550440b97584b6aef3dd/693a8637db6454d92b10376f

FESTIVE SEASON TREATS

Salt & Caramel

Salt & Caramel Café, standalone venue

Dates: 15 to 31 December 2025

Time: 7:30am to 10:00pm

For a more relaxed festive stop, Salt and Caramel brings cosy holiday vibes, seasonal sweet treats, and a welcoming café atmosphere that is family and pet friendly. Ideal for festive coffee dates, dessert stops, or low key catch ups throughout December.

Prices: