Celebrate Christmas Day At Your Favourite Abu Dhabi Restaurants This December

Tuck into a festive feast this Christmas - we’ve found something to suit everybody!

Looking for:

• A BIG party vibe?
• A wholesome family roast lunch? 
• Family fun and something special for the kids? 
• A relaxed afternoon of drinks and all your seasonal favourites?

That’s just the tip of the iceberg of festivities across Abu Dhabi this December 25th!

In need of some New Year's Eve inspiration, too? Check our our round up of the best ways to ring in 2025 while you're at it.

THE DIRECTOR'S CLUB

The WB™ Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton

Craving the wholesome feeling of a heartwarming roast shared with family and friends? Christmas Roast at The Director’s Club is dishing up traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings - and if you’ve been before you know they do a smashing job with their meat, so this is sure to be a tasty bird! 

Sip unlimited beverages in good company with a three hour drinks package, and enjoy quality time with loved ones in a cosy yet classy setting where everything you eat is both delicious and immaculately plated.

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 1 - 4PM

Price: AED170 soft beverages | AED275 house beverages | AED375 premium beverages | AED90 children 6 to 12 years 

Bookings: 02 815 0000 or email dine.thewbabudhabi@hilton.com

CUISCENE

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr 

Any visit to Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a treat - those Grand Mosque views across the water are hard to beat - but there’s an extra special reason to visit on Christmas Day. A lavish festive-themed Christmas Market buffet brunch awaits, set al fresco to make the most of the glorious weather. 

Alongside their signature dishes and live cooking stations - showcasing a delightful fusion of Italian, Japanese, Lebanese, and international cuisines - tuck into succulent turkey with savory bread stuffing, mouthwatering beef Wellington, classic Christmas puddings and mince pies. All the beloved holiday favourites await! Relax and enjoy festive live entertainment, while the kids are kept busy with cheerful festive gift-giving to add a little sparkle to their day. Keep an eye out for a special appearance from Santa himself, adding an extra touch of magic to the day! 

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 1 - 4PM

Price: AED349 soft package | Additional AED469 for free-flowing hops and grapes | Additional AED695 for free-flowing French champagne | 50% discount for kids under 12 years old | complimentary for kids under 6 years old

Bookings: +971 2 654 3333 or dining.bab@fairmont.com | pre-booking is required with 50% payment

DINO'S BISTRO ITALIANO

Pearl Rotana Capital Centre Abu Dhabi 

Two things that go very well together: the festive season and Italian food. Dino’s will be dishing up all the Italian favourites with a festive touch on Christmas Day as their popular à la carte-style brunch gets a seasonal makeover. 

Along with the à la carte selection, treat yourself with a buffet offering including an antipasti station, cheese & cold cuts, artisan breads & turkey carving. A warm and welcoming atmosphere, this brunch is great for families and groups of friends, but you won’t feel out of place as a pair or even solo, either. With a live singer from 1PM until 4PM, get yourself settled and relax into a fun and festive Christmas afternoon.

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 12-4PM

Price: AED285 soft package | AED 365 house package

Bookings: 02 307 5551 | dinos.pearl@rotana.com

THE B.I.G BRUNCH AT GARAGE

The W Hotel Yas Island

There is not a better time of the year to Go B.I.G or Go Home! Join in the fun as this popular party brunch goes festive, transforming into a winter wonderland just in time for Christmas Day. Dive into the holiday spirit with a festive Christmas menu filled with seasonal delights: roasted turkey, pumpkin-crusted lamb loin, and a live carving station of prime ribeye roast and beef medallions with Yorkshire puddings. Save room for the holiday desserts - traditional yule log cake and snowflake eclairs - to round out your festive feast. 

Signature holiday cocktails will be flowing - Yuletide Mule and Santa’s Helper, anyone?  - but fun doesn’t stop there: in true W Abu Dhabi style, the B.I.G festive brunch will deliver non-stop entertainment, including Christmas-themed dancers, exciting giveaways, and even a sprinkle of snow. With DJ Firas spinning all the best holiday hits and the big man in red bound to make an appearance when you least expect it, this Christmas Day celebration is bound to shake up your festive season.

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 1-4PM

Price: AED450 soft package | AED600 house package | AED750 sparkling package | children 6-11 half rate on soft package | children 0-5 years complimentary 

Bookings: +971 2 656 0000 or email wabudhabi.dining@whotels.com

FAIRWAY'S

VOGO 

Want to kick back and relax without having to resort to a bag of tricks to keep the little ones occupied? Enjoy sipping on your favourite tipple this Christmas, because this might just be one of the best Christmas Day brunches for families: kids will delight in their own dedicated area filled with fun activities and entertainment, making for a fun day for all the family! 

It’s not just a great brunch for families though - with live music as you dine, free-flowing drinks and an expansive international buffet with dishes to suit every palate, this is a lovely Christmas Day destination - especially set amongst the rolling greens of Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa. 

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 1-4PM

Price: AED299 soft package | AED 399 house package | AED599 premium package | AED149 kids aged 6-12

Bookings: +971 54 252 2937

ASIA ASIA

Yas Bay Waterfront

Want to mix it up this year and enjoy a Christmas day brunch with a difference?  Head to Yas Bay and pull up a seat at Abu Dhabi’s most awarded Pan-Asian brunch. Discover the flavours of the ancient Spice Route with an eclectic menu of chef’s festive favourites. 

We like that this one starts a little later - perfect if you want to enjoy presents and a lazy morning at home before cruising out the door for a 2PM brunch kick-off. Awaiting you: a festive twist on flavours from the Far East to the Middle East across a four-course menu. Pair this with bottomless cocktails, house beers, wines and spirits, settle into the funky interiors and tap your toes with funky tunes from the resident DJ - you’ll be guaranteed a merry afternoon indeed!

Timing: Wednesday 25th December | 2PM - 5PM

Price: AED325 soft package | AED440 house package | AED540 prosecco package | AED800 Champagne package

Bookings: click here to book‍