Can you even call yourself an Abu Dhabi resident if you haven’t brunched?
While there are plenty of party brunches, evening brunches and fancy brunches for the adults to choose from in the capital, there are also lots of family-friendly brunches in Abu Dhabi.
Whether you’re after brunches with kids’ activities, special menus or entertainment, you’re covered with this list. We’ve rounded up some brilliant family-friendly brunches in Abu Dhabi that offer plenty to keep the younger members of the tribe as happy as the parents.
And if you do want to book a babysitter rather than try one of these top family-friendly brunches in Abu Dhabi, you’ll find a full list of brunches that are running here.
Dino’s Bistro Italiano
If you’re looking for a lovely family-friendly brunch any day of the weekend, Dino’s has you covered. Which kid doesn’t love a heap of spaghetti to slurp and a bucket of crayons to play with? This brunch is all about the flavours of Italy and is served right to your table.
Head there on Friday for an evening brunch with a cheese and antipasti station, or Saturday and Sunday for a midday brunch. Kids aged six to 12 eat for 50 percent off and kids five and younger eat for free. That’s an extra bonus for mums and dads.
Dhs180 (soft, Sat-Sun), Dhs190 (soft, Friday), Dhs240 (mixed, Sat-Sun), Dhs250 (mixed, Fri). Fri-Sun. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Rawdah (02 307 5551).
Khayal
Most kids would find it tough to sit still through a long brunch, which is why Khayal at Marriott Al Forsan is one of the ideal family-friendly brunches in Abu Dhabi. Kids will be taken care of with a rotation of activities including face painting, ceramic designing, arts and crafts and more. The package also includes access to Abu Dhabi’s largest Olympic sized pool either before or after brunch, and adults can look forward to an after-party at Appaloosa. Sounds like a splash.
Dhs275 (soft), Dhs395 (house) Dhs95 (kids, six to11). Marriott Al Forsan, Khalifa City, diningalforsan@marriott.com (02 201 4131).
Kuzbara
The Eat. Play. Laugh. brunch at Marriott Downtown is back. There are loads of awesome ways for kids to enjoy this family-friendly brunch in Abu Dhabi including music from the resident DJ and plenty of games (Jenga, anyone?) to keep the kids entertained all day. There are loads of international plates to choose from, and kids under six eat for free. Gather up the gang.
Dhs275 (soft drinks), Dhs395 (house beverages and mixed drinks), Dhs425 (Italian bubbly), Dhs150 (unlimited selected beverages, two hours), Dhs110 (kids aged six to 12), free (kids under six). Fridays, 12.30pm-4pm. Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street (Old Airport Road), www.marriottdowntownabudhabilife.com (02 304 7777).
Sidekicks
If you’re looking for a feast that the little ones will adore, check out this family-friendly brunch featuring a menu that includes spaghetti and meatballs, mini burgers and sweet potato fries plus doughnuts, cotton candy and popcorn.
There are meet and greets with renowned WB characters including Tom and Jerry, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Robin. Kids can also take advantage of the activity corner for arts and crafts. Meanwhile the adults will love the Thai seafood curry, chicken kabsa, herb-crusted lamb and more. Be sure to arrive hungry.
Dhs185 (soft), Dhs290 (house), Dhs396 (premium), Dhs93 (kids six to 12). Sat, 1pm-4pm. Yas Island, dine.thewbabudhabi@hilton.com (02 815 0000).
Sim Sim
If it’s family-friendly brunches you’re after, the Market Brunch at Sim Sim features farmer’s market vibes, international flavours and live entertainment. Tuck in to live cooking stations, fresh seafood selections, barbecue stations, a Mexican station, pasta corner, vast selections of cheese and cold cuts and dessert stalls. Even better? kids under six eat for free.
Dhs390 (soft), Dhs515 (house), Dhs615 (bubbly), Dhs195 (kids aged six to 11), free (kids under six). Sat, 1pm-4pm. Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas, Saadiyat Island, simsim.saadiyat@rotana.com (02 697 0000).
Urban Kitchen
There is a reason why this brunch is usually jam packed with hungry Abu Dhabians. It’s especially popular with families. Replete with live cooking stations, kids can tuck into all their favourite dishes, especially the popular dessert bar. Mums and Dads will appreciate the fresh seafood, roasts and the best plates from neighbouring restaurants, Benjarong and Namak, from Dhs299 every Saturday. The brunch is on hold until September 2022, so you can book it just in time for back to school.
Dhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs429 (house drinks), Dhs90 (kids including soft drinks). Sat, 1pm-4pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Muroor Road (02 698 8137).
