Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island has been causing quite a stir since it opened earlier this year in Yas Bay. We all love a new hotel, especially a five-star spot so close to the theme parks on Yas Island. And while a sparkly new hotel is more than enough to get us jumping for joy, the main question on our minds after we check in is: what’s for dinner?
Graphos Social Kitchen is one of three eateries at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, and by far the one with the most options on the menu.
Serving dishes from all over the world, with live cooking stations in a maze-like layout, prepare to stroll your way to your daily steps target before you tuck into your first plate.
The danger with a buffet can be that the food looks impressive, but doesn’t deliver in terms of taste.
We dutifully work out way through the gamut at Graphos, from sushi to hot mezze, fresh baked bread to a platter of desserts – unearthing highlights in the process.
Falafel is the optimum balance of fluffy and crisp, the sushi is fresh, you can build your own ideal pasta dish, and dipping fresh fruit into a chocolate fountain never fails to delight if your inner child is running the show.
It’s all roundly well prepared, and if a buffet is your favourite way to dine, this one is a solid option (though there’s also an à la carte menu if not).
At Dhs190 per person for adults, it’s a bit of a splash for the average weeknight out, which is what this restaurant is probably better suited to than a vibey Friday night out.
If you’re checking into Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Graphos is certainly a good option.
If you’re looking for an atmospheric destination for your next dinner out, Yas has more ambient offerings to explore.
Open daily 6.30am-10.30am, noon-3.30pm, 6.30pm-11pm. Licensed. Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island (02 208 6888).
