If you love brunch as much as we do, then you’ve got to get these brilliant al fresco outdoor brunches on your radar. The cooler weather is here, and that means we’re heading to Yas Island to eat in the sunshine. Dine on flavourful Mexican munchies in Amerigos, live-cooking Asian fusion station at Y Brunch, contemporary Italian cuisine at Filini Garden, and burger stations at Stills.
Are you hungry yet? Let’s go.
Amerigos Bar & Restaurant
Seeking a scrumptious South-American experience? Fill your weekend with a Mexican fiesta of food and beverages at Amerigos Bar & Restaurant. Every Thursday evening the Amerigos Mercadito brunch is serving authentic delicacies like grilled lamb T-bones smothered in chipotle sauce, all-classic baked nachos, spicy salsas, Mexican-icon themed beverages and tantalizing tunes.
Dhs179 (soft), Dhs279 (house). Thu 7pm-midnight. Park Inn by Radisson Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 2412).
Alternatively, the afternoon Acapulco Friday brunch is inspired by the coastal city and features the likes of shrimp ceviche, juicy grilled salmon and crispy churros with live entertainment.
Dhs199 (soft), Dhs299 (house), Dhs89 (kids). Fri 12.30pm-4pm. Park Inn by Radisson Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 2412).
Filini Garden
Thursday evenings at Filini Garden are all about the Supper Club. Dine on basil and truffle calamari rings, Margherita and salami pizzas, signature bevvies and desserts like pistachio mascarpone while the live DJ keeps the good vibes going.
Dhs159 (soft), Dhs259 (house). Thu 5pm-onwards. Radisson Blue Yas Island, Yas West (02 656 2000).
Fridays are for the Garden Brunch. Enjoy burrata cream spinach ravioli, herb-infused veal mains, and assorted chocolate desserts in a lush garden setting. Party-loving patrons can stick around for the After Brunch package.
Dhs219 (soft), Dhs319 (house). Fri 12.30pm-3.30pm. Radisson Blue Yas Island, Yas West (02 656 2000).
Choices, Blue Grill and Y Bar
Ready to take a trip back in time? Y Brunch is throwing it back to the ’90s with access to three amazing restaurants: Blue Grill Steakhouse, Choices and Y Bar, with fun and games throughout. Fresh mussels and prawns, Arabic mezzehs, and Taiwanese castella cakes, cheese wheels and meats, live-cooking, sushi, and steak are all on offer. Entertainment by DJ Thomas Gavin will have you ready to bust a move.
Dhs202 (soft), Dhs302 (house). 12.30pm-4pm. Yas Island Plaza, (02 656 4000).
Stills
Parents looking for a dreamy brunch with the family will be happy to attend the Stills Daydream Brunch where kids under six dine for free. Every Friday, BBQ hubs, burger stations, kids menus, table-served buffets and free-flowing drinks are on offer. Bring the family for a ball of a time, or hang out for the after-party brunch package.
Dhs169 (soft), Dhs269 (house), Dhs69 (kids 6-12), Dhs149 (after brunch). Fri 12.30pm-4pm. Crowne Plaza Hotel Yas Island, Yas Plaza (02 656 3066).
