New Year’s Eve is almost here, so it’s probably time to start making plans for the big night.
December 31 in Abu Dhabi massive, with loads of fireworks, dinners and a huge gig by Bruno Mars taking place.
We’ve got a fantastic list of all the best events happening across the capital this New Year’s Eve.
There are options to suit all price ranges, so whether you’re looking for a pocket-friendly way to see out 2019 or something a bit more extravagant, we’ve got you covered.
It’s time to welcome in 2020 in style.
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Under Dhs400
Afyä Beach Lounge
Barbecue buffet.
Dhs399 (soft drinks). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta (02 509 8555).
Amerigo’s Mexican Bar & Restaurant
Buffet.
Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs525 (house beverages), Dhs130 (kids aged six to 11). Tue Dec 31 from 8pm. Park Inn by Radisson Abu Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 2412).
Assymetri
Buffet.
Dhs390 (soft drinks), Dhs595 (house bervages), Dhs125 (kids aged six to 11). Tue Dec 31, timings TBC. Radisson Blu Yas Island (02 656 2000).
Belgian Café Novotel Gate Hotel
Buffet.
Dhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (bubbly). Novotel Gate Hotel, Al Maqta Road (02 508 9999).
Belgian Café Abu Dhabi
Buffet.
Dhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Hotel Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate, Al Maqta (02 508 9999).
BiCE
Set menu.
Dhs395 (one glass of sparkling), Dhs197.5 (kids aged four to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Bistro
Buffet.
Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages), Dhs99 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm-11pm. Courtyard By Marriott, World Trade Center Abu Dhabi (02 698 2222).
Bocca
Set menu.
Dhs349 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm-2.30am. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi, Corniche (02 692 4170).
Café 302
Set menu.
Dhs99 (per person with soft drinks), Dhs175 (for two with soft drinks). Tue Dec 31 7pm-10.30pm. Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana, Fatima Bint Mubarak Street (02 610 6666).
Choice Cut
Set menu.
Dhs260 (house beverages), Dhs90 (kids). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan Hotel, Al Mushrif (02 501 6088).
Eclipse Terrace Lounge
Set menu.
Dhs190 (entrance fee plus one house beverage), Dhs480 (set menu plus entrance fee). Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2444).
Ess Lounge and Pool Bar
Drinks packages and bar bites.
Dhs318 (drinks only). Tue Dec 31 10pm till late. The Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi (02 509 8555).
Flavours Radisson Blu Al Ain
Buffet.
Dhs149 (soft drinks), Dhs209 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8pm-1am. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain (03 768 6666).
Ginger
Buffet.
Dhs329 (soft drinks), Dhs449 (selected house beverages), Dhs199 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm-2am. Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park area (02 657 3333).
Hamilton’s Gastropub
Drinks and bar bites.
Dhs175 (two house beverages), Dhs350 (unlimited house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm-3am. Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, Saadiyat Island (02 697 0000).
Hytes Bar
Rooftop party.
Dhs200. Tue Dec 31 11pm-3am. Southern Sun Abu Dhabi, Al Mina Street, Al Zahiyah (02 818 4888).
Kuzbara
Buffet.
Dhs163 (food), Dhs272 (house beverages), Dhs82 (kids aged six to 11). Tue Dec 31 6.30pm-11pm. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street (02 304 7777).
La Brasserie
Set menu.
From Dhs395. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (02 404 1931).
La Mamma
Set menu.
Dhs375. Tue Dec 31 6.30pm-10.30pm. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, East Corniche (02 677 3333).
Li Jiang
Set menu.
Dhs395 (soft drinks), Dhs695 (house beverages), Dhs895 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8282).
LRM Central
Live band and free-flowing beverages.
Dhs300 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Street (02 674 2020).
Marco’s New York Italian
Set menu and a la carte.
Dhs399 (four courses), Dhs350 (minimum spend à la carte). Tue Dec 31 7pm-11.30pm. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta (02 654 3333).
Market Kitchen
Set menu.
Pre-concert prices: Dhs199 (soft drinks), Dhs299 (house beverages), Dhs399 (bubbly). Brunch: Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs499 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 5pm-6.30pm (pre-concert) & 8pm-11pm (brunch). Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Street (800 101101).
Nahaam
Set menu.
Dhs375 (including one glass of sparkling), Dhs187.5 (kids aged five to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Nasma Beachfront Bar
Free-flowing beverages.
Dhs350 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 10pm-2am. Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, Saadiyat Island (02 697 0000).
Observation Deck at 300
Glass of bubbly.
Dhs150 (glass of French bubbly). Tue Dec 31 10pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Paco’s
House beverages and sharing platter.
Dhs179 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8.30pm-12.30am. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain (03 768 6666).
Pappagallo
Set menu.
Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs449 (house beverages), Dhs125 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 8pm-11pm. Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 644 6666).
Pepper
Buffet.
Dhs139 (one with one soft drink), Dhs229 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan Hotel, Al Mushrif (02 501 6083).
PJ O’Reilly’s
Buffet and free-flowing beverages.
Dhs300. Tue Dec 31 8pm-11.30pm. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Street (04 399 5555).
Pool Deck at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers
Party.
Dhs150 (two house beverages). Tue Dec 31 10pm-3am. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Ray’s Bar
Free-flowing beverages and à la carte food.
Dhs200 (entry and glass of sparkling), Dhs675 (table for two per person), Dhs575 (table for four per person), Dhs485 (table for six per person). Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Buffet.
Dhs299 (soft drinks), Dhs580 (house beverages), Dhs199 (kids aged five to 12). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. Saadiyat Island (056 660 8780).
Sacci
Set menu.
Dhs315 (food), Dhs495 (house beverages and events lawn celebration). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, Khalifa City A (02 616 9999).
Tavern Pub
Live band.
Dhs399. Tue Dec 31 9pm-1am. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, East Corniche (02 677 3333).
Tamba
A 13-course set menu.
Dhs399++(soft drinks), Dhs599+(house beverages), extra Dhs399++ for bottle of bubbly. Dec 31, 8.30pm onwards. The Hub, WTC Abu Dhabi (02 672 8888).
Teatro
Buffet.
Dhs399 (soft drinks), Dhs549 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8pm-1am (food is served until midnight). Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park area (02 657 3333).
The Terrace on the Corniche
Buffet.
Dhs350 (soft drinks), Dhs490 (house beverages), Dhs650 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 7pm-1am. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers, West Corniche (02 694 4444).
The Village
Live band.
Dhs100 (includes one house beverage). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 644 6666).
Todd English’s Olives
Set menu.
From Dhs395. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (02 404 1931).
Trader Vic’s
House beverages and canapés.
Dhs300 (minimum spend per person), Dhs300 (unlimited house beverages and canapés from 8pm to midnight). Dhs150 (entry including two free house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 697 9011).
Urban Kitchen
Buffet.
Dhs260 (soft drinks), Dhs420 (house beverages), Dhs600 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 7.30pm-midnight. Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Al Mushrif (02 698 8137).
Waves Bar
Free-flowing beverages.
From Dhs150. Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan Hotel, Al Mushrif (02 501 6088).
Dhs400-750
Abu Dhabi Golf Club
Buffet.
Dhs490 (indoor), Dhs590 (outdoor). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. Khalifa City A (056 536 2230).
Al Meylas
Set menu.
From Dhs420. Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2222).
Alba Terrace
À la carte or set menu.
Dhs400 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 6pm-9pm & 9pm-late. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
Aqua
Buffet.
Dhs755 (food), Dhs355 (kids), plus Dhs200 for beverage package. Tue Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5520).
Azura Panoramic Lounge
Buffet.
Dhs490 (buffet and unlimited house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm-3am. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers, Corniche West (02 694 4553).
Barfly by Buddha-Bar
Set menu.
Dhs495. Tue Dec 31 8pm-3am. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal (056 177 7557).
Chameleon Terrace
Live band and fireworks.
Dhs450 (including half a bottle of premium beverage), Dhs150 (two house beverages), Dhs150 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 9.30pm-3.30am. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta (02 654 3333).
CuiScene
Buffet.
Dhs599 (soft drinks), Dhs189 (add on house beverages), Dhs369 (add on bubbly), Dhs299 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 8pm-11.30pm. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta (02 654 3333).
Crust
Buffet.
From Dhs450 (soft drinks). Tue Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2222).
El Sombrero
Set menu.
Dhs530. Tue Dec 31 7pm-11pm. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, East Corniche (02 677 3333).
Essence
Buffet.
Dhs450 (soft drinks), Dhs550 (house beverages), Dhs220 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 6pm-10.30pm. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah (02 697 9011).
Filini Garden
Set menu.
Dhs495 (soft drinks), Dhs715 (grape), Dhs895 (sparkling), Dhs2,000 (VIP package). Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Island (02 656 2000).
Flavours
Buffet.
Dhs595. Tue Dec 31 7pm-11.30pm. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, East Corniche (02 677 3333).
Hakkasan
Set menu.
From Dhs688. Tue Dec 31 7pm-11.30pm. Emirates Palace, West Corniche (02 690 7739).
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
Choose from dinner at TEAN, Mare Mare or White.
Dhs695 (bubbly), half price (kids aged four-11). Dec 31, 8pm-11pm. Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort (02 811 4342).
JW Steakhouse
Set menu.
Dhs445 (five-course dinner), Dhs595 (five-course dinner with grape). Tue Dec 31 6pm-8pm (early bird) & 8pm-11pm. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street (02 304 7777).
Le Vendome
Buffet.
Dhs550 (soft drinks), Dhs650 (grapes), Dhs750 (one bottle of bubbly per couple). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. Emirates Palace, West Corniche (02 690 7999).
Maison Beirut
Set menu.
Dhs599 (soft drinks). Tue Dec 31 10pm-3.30am. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta (02 654 3333).
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse and Grill
Set menu.
Dhs599 (set menu). Tue Dec 31 7pm-11.30pm. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta (02 654 3333).
Market at EDITION
Buffet.
Dhs450 (soft drinks), Dhs550 (house beverages), Dhs650 (bubbly), Dhs225 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 6pm-9pm & 9pm-late. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
Mijana
Set menu.
Dhs499 (soft drinks), Dhs599 (house beverages), Dhs699 (bubbly), Dhs150 (kids aged six to 11). Tue Dec 31 8pm-midnight. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8282).
OAK Room
À la carte or set menu.
Dhs600 (minimum spend per person), Dhs300 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 6pm-9pm & 9pm-late. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
Rosewater
Buffet.
Dhs495 (soft drinks), Dhs695 (house beverages), Dhs247.50 (kids aged five to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Stratos
Canapés and house beverages.
Dhs499. Tue Dec 31 9.30pm-3am. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khalifa Street (02 695 0490).
Tamba
Set menu.
Dhs599++ (house beverages), Dhs998 (with bubbly). Dec 31, 8.30pm until late. Tamba, The Hub, The Wall at World Trade Center (02 672 8888)
Vasco’s
Buffet.
Dhs499 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi, Corniche (02 692 4170).
Verso
Buffet and set menu.
Dhs580 (soft drinks), Dhs780 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl, West Corniche (02 510 1234).
Villa Toscana
Buffet.
Dhs550 (soft drinks), Dhs780 (house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm-2am. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers, West Corniche (02 694 4444).
WET Deck
Sharing platters and DJ.
Dhs500. Tue Dec 31 8pm-4am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
Dhs750+
99 Sushi Bar and Restaurant
Set menu.
Dhs999 (14 course menu and free-flowing beverages). 8pm. 99 Sushi Bar and Restaurant, Al Maryah Island (02 672 3333).
Aqua
Buffet.
Dhs755 (food), Dhs355 (kids), plus Dhs200 for beverage package. 8pm-midnight. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5520).
BBQ Al Qasr
Set menu.
Dhs1,250 (seven-courses, soft drinks and one glass of bubbly), Dhs1,450 (seven-courses and one bottle of bubbly per couple). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. Emirates Palace, West Corniche (02 690 7999).
Bord Eau
Set menu.
Dhs999 (set menu), Dhs1,459 (set menu with grape pairing). Tue Dec 31 7pm till late. Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Bain Al Jessrain (02 509 8555).
Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi
Set menu.
Dhs600 (after-party with unlimited beverages, no seats guaranteed), Dhs800 (canapés and unlimited beverages, seating on the deck, bar, terrace, Cherry Blossom Lounge (based on availability) and indoor bar lounge), Dhs1,000 (four-course dinner and unlimited beverages, terrace (based on availability). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am (four-course dinner and canapés), from 11pm (after-party). The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi (02 498 8888).
Butcher & Still
Set menu.
Dhs750 (indoor), Dhs850 (outdoor). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2222).
Cafe Milano
Set menu.
Dhs890 (indoor), Dhs990 (outdoor), Dhs445 (kids aged six to 12). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2222).
Garage
Buffet.
Dhs895. Tue Dec 31 8pm-11pm. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
La Cava
Buffet.
Dhs987. Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5520).
MAZI Abu Dhabi
Set menu.
Dhs850 (sharing Greek menu with unlimited beverages), Dhs195 (kids aged six-12), free (under sixes). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi (02 498 8888).
Mezzaluna
Set menu.
Dhs750 (soft drinks), Dhs900 (grapes). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. Emirates Palace, West Corniche (02 690 7999).
Nation Riviera Beach Club
Buffet.
Dhs750 (soft drinks), Dhs950 (house beverages), Dhs1,150 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 8pm-2am. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers, West Corniche (02 694 4444).
Pearl Lounge
Buffet.
Dhs700 (soft drinks), Dhs1,100 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 8pm onwards. Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl, West Corniche (02 510 1234).
Ray’s Grill
Set menu.
Dhs995. Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Sayad
Set menu.
Dhs750 (soft drinks), Dhs900 (grapes). Tue Dec 31 7pm-midnight. Emirates Palace, West Corniche (02 690 7999).
The Forge
Set menu.
Dhs950 (soft drinks), Dhs1,250 (house beverages), Dhs1,450 (bubbly). Tue Dec 31 8pm-midnight. The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8282).
Turtle Bay Bar and Grill
Set menu.
Dhs1,950. Tue Dec 31 8pm-midnight. Saadiyat Rotana Resort and Villas (02 697 0000).
À la carte
Al Shorfa Lounge
À la carte.
Dhs250 (minimum spend per person in lobby area), Dhs1,000 (minimum spend for up to 10 people in the lounge area). Tue Dec 31 timings TBC. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya (02 697 9011).
Annex
Live DJs.
Dhs2,000 (minimum spend per table). Tue Dec 31 6pm-4am. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (056 992 2305).
Appaloosa
À la carte.
Free entry. Tue Dec 31 10.30pm-3am. Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Khalifa City A (02 201 4131).
AT25
Rooftop party.
Dhs200 (three house beverages). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street (02 304 7777).
Benihana
À la carte.
Dhs250 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 timings TBC. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya (02 697 9011).
Brauhaus
À la carte.
Dhs250 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 timings TBC. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya (02 697 9011).
Cipriani
À la carte.
Prices vary. Tue Dec 31 9.30pm onwards. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 657 5400).
Cooper’s Bar & Restaurant
À la carte.
Prices vary. Tue Dec 31 8pm-3am. Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park area (02 657 3333).
COYA
À la carte.
Dhs800 (restaurant), Dhs1,200 (terrace), Dhs1,500 (high tables), Dhs5,000 (large sofa for six). Dec 31, 8pm until late. (02 306 7000) reservations.ad@coyarestaurant.ae
Finz
À la carte.
Dhs800 (minimum spend). Tue Dec 31 6pm-11.30pm. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi (02 697 9011).
Glo
À la carte.
Dhs150 (one free drink), Dhs1,500 (table for four with bottle), Dhs3,000 (table for six with bottle). Tue Dec 31 8pm-4am. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5520).
Indigo
À la carte.
Dhs250 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 6pm onwards. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya (02 697 9011).
Lemon & Lime
After party.
Tue Dec 31 1am-3am. The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, Khalifa City A (02 616 9999).
Li Beirut
À la carte.
Dhs250 (advance payment). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers (02 811 5555).
Peach Garden
Live music.
Free. Tue Dec 31 9pm-11am. Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain (03 768 6666).
Prego’s
À la carte.
Dhs250 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 timings TBC. Beach Rotana (02 697 9011).
Tori No Su
À la carte.
Dhs250 (advance payment). Tue Dec 31 7pm onwards. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, West Corniche (02 811 5555).
Rodeo Grill
À la carte.
Dhs450 (minimum spend per person). Tue Dec 31 6pm onwards. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah (02 697 9011).
Velocity
Live music and drinks from Dhs15.
Tue Dec 31 4pm-midnight. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street (02 304 7777).
W Lounge
À la carte.
Tue Dec 31 11pm-2am. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island (02 656 0000).
