Catch
The trendy seafood restaurant at Nation Riviera Beach Club serves up beautifully presented fresh seafood in a pretty setting. Situated right by the white sands of the Corniche, you can always head up to the roof after you’ve eaten to admire the views of the Gulf with a drink or two. Choose one dish from each course. Be sure to call ahead for this one and mention Tastes of the Capital when you book as spaces are limited each day.
First course
Burrata cheese
Spider roll
Beef tacos
Second course
Grilled sea bass
Corn-fed baby chicken
Wok-fried noodles
Dessert
Coconut panna cotta
Chocolate fondant
Selection of ice cream
Dhs199 (available noon-3pm, 6pm-7pm daily). Bookings must be made in advance. Nation Riviera Beach Club, Corniche Road West (02 611 0909).
La Mamma
Found at one of the capital’s veteran hotels, the Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, this traditional Italian restaurant is always super welcoming. The menu includes much-loved Italian classics, and you also upgrade your meal to include selected house beverages for Dhs199.
First course
Beef tartare
Second course
Paccheri pasta
Dessert
Tiramisu
Dhs99 (food only), Dhs199 (house beverages). The Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche Road (02 677 3333).
Ray’s Grill
Located on the 63rd floor of Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, few restaurants can offer a better view than this swish venue. When you’re not snapping away at the city and blue Gulf below you, you can sample fresh salads, quality cuts of meat and lovely desserts. The set menu includes one glass of grape or brew, and you can always head for some after-dinner drinks at Ray’s Bar on the floor below, too. Choose one option from the first course and desserts.
First course
Ray’s salad
Mushroom soup
Second course
Grass-fed tomahawk for two
Plus choice of one side (mixed salad, polenta chips, onion rings, creamed spinach, garlic mushroom or mac ‘n’ cheese) and one potato (baked potato with sour cream, potato gratin, finger cut fries or mashed potato)
Dessert
White chocolate cheesecake
Pecan pie
Dhs299. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5896).
