Christmas in Abu Dhabi is one of the jolliest times of the year and the UAE’s capital has no shortage of festive Christmas Eve brunches and dinners for those celebrating the 2021 holiday season in Abu Dhabi.

Who doesn’t want to celebrate Christmas 2021 in Abu Dhabi with a delicious Christmas brunch, holiday dinner or both? ‘Tis the season to be jolly and we think there’s no better way to celebrate 2021 Christmas in Abu Dhabi than with food. These are the cracking Christmas Eve brunches and dinners in Abu Dhabi that will have you feeling merry thanks to their seasonal specials and holiday events.

So, here is your guide to the best 2021 Christmas Eve brunches and Christmas Eve dinners in Abu Dhabi. We’ll be updating this page with festive listings as they come in so be sure to check back regularly to keep updated with the best 2021 Christmas and holiday events in Abu Dhabi.

Christmas Eve brunches

Garage

Head over to this chic and sophisticated fun brunch, B.I.G – Brunch In Garage on Christmas Eve. The brunch features five stations offering different cuisines, brilliant desserts and top-notch beverages. Plus, a resident DJ will be providing seasonal tunes.
Dhs320 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs650 (sparkling). Fri Dec 24, 1pm-4pm. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).

Grills@Chill’O

On December 24, head over to this cool rooftop bar and restaurant for a festive brunch starting from Dhs255.
Dhs255 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house beverages), Dhs395 (bubbly), Dhs95 (kids aged seven to 12). Fri Dec 24, 12.30pm-4pm. Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, Al Markaziya (02 813 7777).

Market Kitchen

Who could say no to a holiday evening brunch in Abu Dhabi made up of modern American festive dishes in an inviting setting? Not us.
Dhs250 (soft beverages), Dhs400 (grape, hops and mixed drink package), Dhs550 (sparkling), Dhs700 (bubbly). Dec 23-24, 7pm-10pm. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Street (80 010 1101).

McGettigan’s

Head over to McGettigan’s for a festive afternoon gathering featuring Christmas favourites, such as roast turkey, served alongside selected house beverages for Dhs289.
Dhs289 (house beverages). Fri Dec 24, 12.30pm-4pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).

GLO

Tuck into the Rosewood Garden Brunch on Christmas Eve. Naturally, there is a roasted turkey station with all the trimmings and sides, as well as a unique Christmas dessert selection and a kids’ corner with oodles of Christmas goodies. For adults, there is a Dhs80 hourly beverage extension and a saxophonist appearance for 45 minutes. Santa will stop by with gifts for the little ones.
Dhs395 (food and drinks). Dhs495 (bubbly). Dhs80 (hourly beverage extension). Fri Dec 24, noon-3pm. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5588).

Silk & Spice

Enjoy a Christmas Eve lunch at this Thai restaurant featuring a special festive menu alongside house beverages from Dhs225.
Dhs225 (soft drinks), Dhs310 (house beverages), Dhs370 (bubbly), half price (kids aged seven to 12). Fri Dec 24. Abu Dhabi Corniche, Al Markaziya (02 813 7777).

Turquoise Restaurant

Get a taste of opulence this festive season with the ultimate international Christmas buffet.
Dhs459 (house beverages). Fri Dec 24. Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Saadiyat Island (02 492 2222).

Urban Kitchen

A family brunch on Christmas Eve in Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi with a spread of international cuisines and array of dessert selections alongside house drinks starting from Dhs270.
Dhs270 (soft drinks), Dhs400 (house beverages), Dhs99 (kids aged seven to 12), free (kids under seven). Fri Dec 24, 12.30pm-4pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).

Christmas Eve dinners and more

Cho Gao

Tuck into a Christmas Eve feast at this pan-Asian restaurant with a range of delicious festive food, beverages and live entertainment.
Dhs199 five-course menu (soft drinks), Dhs299 (unlimited house beverages). Fri Dec 24, 7pm-11pm. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street (02 616 6166).

Dino’s Bistro Italiano

A festive à la carte style brunch featuring all the Italian favourites with a Christmas touch, along with a buffet boasting an antipasti station, cheese and cold cuts, artisan breads and turkey carving. That’s not all! The holiday meal will feature a live artist performance to start the festivities.
Dhs230 (soft drinks), Dhs280 (house beverages). Fri Dec 24, 6pm-11pm. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Rawdah (02 307 5551).

Heroes

Head along to this longstanding pub in Abu Dhabi and enjoy a Christmas roast platter alongside two glasses of selected beverages for Dhs119.
Dhs119. Fri Dec 24, 6.30pm-11pm. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street (02 616 6166).

Hidden Bar

Enjoy a festive happy hour in Abu Dhabi on Christmas Eve from 6pm to 7 pm and again from midnight to 4 am. The main course is beef wellington and classic turkey paired with jolly desserts and drinks. A saxophonist will be on hand.
Dhs265. Fri Dec 24, 6pm-7pm and midnight-4am. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5588).

Jazz & Fizz Bar

Unwind and enjoy the evening at this sky-high bar’s Santa’s party between 8pm and 2.30am.
Dhs150 minimum spend (no guaranteed seat), Dhs250 (table seating), Dhs300 (unlimited house beverages, table seating). Fri Dec 24, 8pm-2.30am. Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, Al Markaziya (02 813 7777).

La Cava

Enjoy a holiday La Cava 7ATE9 experience with packages from Dhs255 for soft beverages. For Dhs488, enjoy the cheese buffet, British meat cold cuts and a carving station. Come early for the saxophonist playing festive tunes.
Dhs255 (soft), Dhs355 (bubbly). Dhs488 (buffet). Fri Dec 24. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5588).

McGettigan’s

Celebrate Christmas Eve 2021 in Abu Dhabi at McGettigan’s and enjoy a specially prepared three-course roast turkey menu for Dhs199.
Dhs199 (food only).  Fri Dec 24, 7pm-11pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).

Mermaid Restaurant

Offering a five-course set dinner menu alongside house beverages for Dhs459.
Dhs459 (house beverages), Dhs150 (cover charge for in-house guests). Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Saadiyat Island (02 492 2222).

The Garden

Head over to The Garden on Christmas Eve and tuck into a selection of international dishes including the festive favourite, turkey with bread stuffing and gravy. Yum.
Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (unlimited drinks for three hours). Fri Dec 24, 6.30pm-10pm. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street (02 616 6166).

Sidekicks

Enjoy 2021 Christmas at Sidekicks with a festive-inspired themed buffet dinner with slow-roasted turkey paired with all the traditional garnishes and a delectable dessert spread that will delight kids and adults. It’s a special event because it is the very first Christmas at Sidekicks at the world’s first Warner Bros. hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Dhs300 (soft), Dhs395 (select house beverages), Dhs495 (bubbly and select house beverages). Fri Dec 24, 7pm-10.30pm. The WB Hotel Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 692 7742).

Spaccanapoli

Start the festive weekend with family and friends at Spaccanapoli and enjoy a five-course set menu featuring Italian cuisines along with a special grape.
Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (unlimited house beverages). Fri Dec 24, 7pm-11pm. Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street (02 616 6166).

Urban Kitchen

Enjoy a Christmas Eve feast featuring live carving stations and festive dishes alongside house beverages from Dhs270. Plus, there will be a special Santa Claus visit to cheer the little ones.
Dhs270 (soft drinks), Dhs400 (house beverages), Dhs99 (kids aged seven to 12), free (kids under seven). Fri Dec 24, 7pm-10.30pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Sultan Bin Zayed The First Street (02 698 8137).

W Lounge

Bring Christmas Eve to a close by enjoying feel-good tunes from a resident DJ with mixed drinks and chilled beverages at W Lounge.
Prices vary. Fri Dec 24, 4pm-8pm. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).

WET Deck

Soak in the festive beats and poolside vibes at this trendy poolside club at the iconic W Abu Dhabi Hotel. DJ James will be providing the best of urban and pop classic tunes on December 24.
Three-hour beverage package: Dhs150 (ladies), Dhs200 (gents). Fri Dec 24, 8pm-11pm. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).

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