Looking for the best Valentine’s Day afternoon teas in Abu Dhabi?
Nothing says Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi like a fantastic afternoon tea. Kick back, pour yourself a steaming cuppa, and munch on some delicious bites with your sweetheart. Does it get any better?
Whether you’re a sweet or savoury afternoon tea fan, you should fall in love all over again with these themed Valentine’s afternoon teas.
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Al Meylas
When it comes to Valentine’s Day afternoon teas, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi has it on lock. This Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi, dine on pastries, duck rillettes, foie gras-stuffed savoury choux, quinoa muffins and finger sandwiches with smoked salmon, turkey and truffle. Sweet platters include raspberry layer cake and chocolate pot de crème, plus, homemade scones with clotted cream.
Dhs250. Sun Feb 13-Sat Feb 19, 3pm-7pm. Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2444).
Chai Lobby Lounge
High tea at Chai Lobby Lounge includes a house-made fresh fruit tart, a selection of cakes and mousses, macaroons, chocolate éclairs and fine pastries. The themed package is served with unlimited tea or coffee, and it’s available all day. Head there for Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi: the tea is Dhs95 for two.
Dhs65 (one person), Dhs95 (two people). Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Rawdah (02 307 5550).
Lobby Lounge
Get your heart eyes on at this Valentine’s Day-themed afternoon tea at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers. The tea is Dhs220 per person and features all the tea-time favourites you could ask for. Sounds like a sweet Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi.
Dhs220. Mon Feb 7-14, 2pm-6pm. Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers (02 811 5666).
Lobby Lounge
There are loads of Valentine’s Day afternoon teas to choose from, including this themed one at the Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri. For all of February, Lobby Lounge is serving a Valentine’s Day-themed tea from 2pm to 6pm daily. There are red and pink savouries and pastries presented in a heart shape. Two hours of bubbly can be added for an extra Dhs85 per person.
Dhs110 (food) Dhs195 (bubbly). Feb. 2pm-6pm. Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta (02 509 8555).
Mangroves Lounge
Indulge in sweet and savoury treats this month with a limited-time Valentine’s Day tea set at Mangroves Lounge. Relax and enjoy the views of the mangroves as you sip premium coffees and teas. You can also add two glasses of bubbly, to make things extra special.
Dhs155 (per couple, soft) Dhs250 (per couple, sparkling). Feb, 2pm-6pm. Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel, Al Salam Street emdining@anantara.com (056 503 5121).
Observation Deck at 300
Observation Deck at 300 is a top spot (quite literally) for afternoon tea in Abu Dhabi. From Monday February 7 to Monday February 14, you can enjoy a special Valentine’s Day-themed afternoon tea at this sky high spot. The tea goes from 2pm to 6pm on the 74th floor.
Dhs250. Mon Feb 7-14, 2pm-6pm. Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers (02 811 5666).
Orchid Lounge
At the Orchid Lounge Valentine’s afternoon tea, you’ll get chocolates, homemade chocolate truffles, pralines, macarons, chocolate and gianduja tarts, éclairs and mini entremets, plus, sandwiches, mini bakes and more. Sounds sweet.
Dhs99 (two glasses sparkling). Feb 7-14, 3pm-7pm. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, reservation.table@dusit.com (02 698 8137).
Sama Lobby Lounge
Delicate sandwiches, decadent sweet treats, brownies, raspberry macarons and a tiramisu cup are all on the Valentine’s Day menu at Sama Lobby Lounge. The tea is available throughout February and costs Dhs185 for two.
Dhs185 (per couple). Until Mon Feb 28, 3pm-6pm. Saadiyat Rotana Resorts & Villas, Saadiyat Island (02 697 0000).
