Things To Do This Week In Abu Dhabi, 11 – 14 May
Dine While the Kids Play at Roots Bar & Kitchen
If you’re looking for an easy family lunch or early dinner plan this week, Roots Bar & Kitchen has made things simple. Families spending AED 300 or more between Monday and Friday, from 12pm to 7pm, can enjoy complimentary access for two children to Little Acres Kids Club. While parents settle in for a relaxed meal, little ones can stay entertained with arts and crafts, games, and interactive activities, making it a stress-free outing everyone can enjoy.
Price: Spend AED 300 or more at Roots Restaurant and receive complimentary access for two children to Little Acres Kids Club.
When: Monday to Friday, 12PM to 7PM
Note: Playtime is limited to the duration of the meal, maximum of two hours.
For more info, call +971 50 757 4808 or emaildining.yagcc@viyagolf.com
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Book a Seafood-Focused Dining Experience at Catch at St. Regis
If you’re serious about seafood, Catch at St. Regis is worth adding to your dining list this week. Available daily, the omakase-style Chef’s Signature experience unfolds through a curated sequence of the restaurant’s standout dishes, designed for lingering conversations and leisurely dining by the water. Expect refined plates like Nasturtium Snow Crab with caviar, Catch sushi and nigiri, smoked short ribs, and Chilean Sea Bass with coconut sushi rice, before ending with handcrafted desserts including The Tropical Pearl and Mochi. Set against the restaurant’s chic waterfront backdrop, it’s a polished dining experience that’s all about exceptional seafood, refined flavours, and taking your time over lunch or dinner.
AED 450 per person, inclusive of water. Advanced booking required.
For booking, please call +971 2 694 4553 or email
restaurants.abudhabi@stregis.com or visit: https://www.catchatthestregis.com/
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Test Your Trivia Skills at Crafty Fox on Thursday
If your idea of a good night out involves a little friendly competition, Crafty Fox has your Thursdays sorted this May. Gather your team and put your knowledge to the test at the venue’s lively quiz nights, where great prizes, flowing drinks, and crowd-pleasing bites keep the energy high. Running from 7pm to 10pm, it’s an easy excuse to catch up with friends, show off your trivia skills, and settle in for a smart, social evening.
When: Thursday 14th May 2026, 7PM to 10PM
For more info, call +971 2 404 3077 or email dining.ylad@viyagolf.com
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Things to do this weekend in Abu Dhabi, 15 – 17 May
Settle Into Poolside Luxury with Vilebrequin and The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
If you’re looking to slow things down this weekend, the Vilebrequin Cabana experience at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi offers a chic poolside escape made for long, easy afternoons. Settle into a shaded cabana, enjoy a curated menu and flowing drinks, and ease into the laid-back rhythm of the day. Thoughtful touches and attentive service elevate the experience, while an exclusive Vilebrequin pop-up adds a Riviera-inspired feel, with signature swimwear, towels, and seaside essentials available to browse between dips in the pool.
Price: AED 1,400 per cabana on weekends, including premium prosecco and bespoke mixed drinks, and a curated chef’s menu.
When: Valid daily until 31 August 2026.
Terms & conditions apply.
For more information, please call 971 269 44780, emailnrreception.03561@stregis.com, or visit https://www.nationrivierabeachclub.com.
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Indulge in a Côte d’Azur Brunch at Villa Sélène
If your Saturdays call for flowing drinks, long lunches, and a chic setting, Villa Sélène’s Côte d’Azur Brunch is worth booking. Inspired by the effortless glamour of the French Riviera, the experience brings together vibrant coastal flavours, lively energy, and a relaxed atmosphere made for lingering afternoons. Choose from a range of beverage packages, from rosé and house pours to bubbly cocktails, and settle in for an afternoon that feels a world away from the city.
Price:Soft Package AED 240; Rosé AED 295; and House Package AED 360. Bubbles & Cocktails AED 460
When: Saturday, 12:30PM to 4PM
For more info, call +971 54 990 4246 or email villa.selene@viyagolf.com
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Discover a new hidden tequila room at Barbossa in Yas Bay
If you’re after something a little different after dark, Barbossa’s new La Catrina is worth discovering. Opening on 15 May, the hidden tequila room takes guests deeper into the spirit of Mexico through a guided agave journey designed for small groups. Expect tailored cocktails, tapas, and curated tastings as the experience moves through the bold flavours of Jalisco, the depth of Oaxaca, and the premium expressions of Sonora, Chihuahua, and La Sierra. Intimate, immersive, and full of character, it’s a whole new side to Barbossa after sunset.
Price: AED180 per person minimum spend. Bookings are mandatory.
When: Thursday to Saturday from 15 May 2026, 6.30PM to 1AM
For bookings and enquiries, please email reservations@barbossa.ae or call +971 50 185 8068.
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