Where To Book Valentine’s Day In Abu Dhabi 2026
Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi lends itself to evenings that unfold slowly – candlelit tables, live music, and menus designed for sharing. From intimate dinners to open-air settings and quietly indulgent experiences, these are the Valentine’s experiences setting the mood across the city this year.
Acres Grill House at Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
Set against the serene greens of Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, Aces Grill House sets the scene for an intimate Valentine’s celebration rooted in fine dining and live music. Couples are invited to enjoy a thoughtfully curated, Valentine’s-inspired menu with optional wine pairings, complemented by the smooth sounds of a solo jazz performer.
With its warm ambience and relaxed elegance, the evening is designed for lingering moments, meaningful conversation, and a memorable dining experience at Yas Acres Golf and Country Club.
Valentine’s Dinner: AED 490 (Be My Love), AED 590 (Always Only You) and AED 650 (My Love Forever), which are inclusive of either AED 120 (wine pairing), AED 150 (sparkling wine) or AED 190 (prosecco rosé)
Saturday, 14 February, 6pm to 9pm
Acres Grill House, Yas Acres Golf and Country Club
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 50 757 4808 or email dining.yagcc@viyagolf.com
Alba
At Alba Lobby Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Valentine’s celebrations take on a refined afternoon rhythm with a special Valentine’s-themed high tea served within the hotel’s elegant lobby setting. Delicate savouries, freshly baked scones, and artfully crafted sweet treats are complemented by curated tea blends, creating a quietly indulgent experience designed for lingering moments. Adding a graceful finishing touch, guests will also enjoy floral giveaways that echo the spirit of romance throughout the afternoon.
Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea: AED 360 per couple for one tea stand and two glasses of prosecco
Saturday, 14 February, all day
Alba, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Giornotte
On Saturday, 14 February, Giornotte will host a special Valentine’s edition of its award-winning Chef’s Brunch 2.0, transforming The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal’s all-day dining venue into a refined celebration of love and flavour. Guests can expect themed décor and thoughtfully curated buffet highlights, accompanied by live music from a DJ and saxophonist, setting a lively yet elegant mood throughout the afternoon. As a romantic finishing touch, each lady will be presented with a red rose, adding a graceful note to an experience shaped by culinary excellence, atmosphere, and celebration.
Valentine’s Day Brunch: AED 410 per person (soft beverages); AED 510 (house beverages and prosecco); AED 710 (Champagne)
Saturday, 14 February, 1pm to 4pm
Giornotte, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Li Jiang
This Valentine’s Day, MICHELIN-select restaurant Li Jiang invites couples to celebrate love through an evening of elevated Asian flavours and refined romance. Guests may choose to dine within Li Jiang’s elegant interiors or on the balcony, where a five-course Valentine’s set menu unfolds with precision and artistry. The experience begins with nigiri otoro tuna, followed by steamed dim sum with Hokkaido scallop and Wagyu beef sirloin skewers. The main course presents an indulgent wok-fried lobster tail, paired with jumbo green asparagus, shimeji mushrooms, and a rich, creamy foie gras sauce, before concluding with a thoughtfully crafted dessert.
For a more intimate open-air experience, a limited number of tables will be set beside the hotel’s striking vertical garden, where guests can enjoy the Valentine’s set menu paired with a bottle of Champagne – priced at AED 1,314 per couple, a meaningful figure in Chinese culture symbolising love for a lifetime – in a unique setting.
Adding a graceful final touch, all ladies will receive a red rose, while rose petals scattered across the tabletops set the tone for an evening shaped by romance, symbolism, and refined detail.
Valentine’s Dinner Set Menu: AED 600 per couple (soft beverages); AED 800 per couple (including wine pairing); AED 1,000 (Champagne)
Valentine’s Day Dinner by the Vertical Garden: AED 1,314 per couple
Saturday, 14 February, 5pm onwards
Li Jiang, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Mijana
At Mijana, Valentine’s celebrations unfold in an atmosphere of candlelit elegance and Arabian charm. Guests are invited to savour A Night of Romance, a thoughtfully curated set menu served within the restaurant’s glimmering, sophisticated interiors. Soft live music sets the mood, while roses presented to guests add a graceful, romantic touch.
The experience opens with an amuse-bouche of falafel blini topped with caviar, followed by a vibrant beetroot salad served as a cold appetiser. A warm course of creamy lobster tail with truffle cream sauce leads into the main course – tender Wagyu short ribs, prepared to showcase depth of flavour and finesse. The evening concludes with Amour, a delicate dessert combining vanilla sponge with raspberry, lychee, and rose confit, finished with vanilla rose Chantilly and raspberry gel.
For couples seeking a more secluded experience, a private canopy setting is also available, offering an intimate backdrop for the evening with a minimum spend of AED 1,500 – an exclusive way to celebrate love in refined privacy.
Valentine’s Dinner Set Menu: AED 750 per couple (soft beverages); AED 1,100 per couple (house beverages); AED 1,500 (premium beverages)
Private canopy experience: AED 1,500 minimum spend
Saturday, 14 February, 5pm onwards
Mijana, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club invites couples to an elegant outdoor evening set against sweeping views of the championship golf course, where the calm of the open air and soft lighting create a naturally romantic setting.
Guests are treated to a refined three-course set menu with carefully selected wine pairings, enjoyed beneath the stars as live violin melodies drift through the night. Designed for relaxed conversation and memorable moments, this Valentine’s experience offers a graceful blend of cuisine, music and atmosphere in one of Abu Dhabi’s most picturesque locations.
Valentine’s Dinner Set Menu: AED 375 per person, including wine
Saturday, 14 February, 7pm onwards
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club Outdoors
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 (0)56 660 8780 or email dining.sbgc@viyagolf.com
Sorso
At Sorso, the hotel’s refined cocktail bar, Valentine’s celebrations unfold in a sleek, seductive setting defined by moody lighting, rich textures, and deep red accents. Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy special music sets by Tracy Preston and her band, creating a smooth, soulful soundtrack for the occasion. Complementing the ambience, a Valentine’s promotion invites couples to savour two handcrafted cocktails paired with a cheese and cold cuts platter, priced at AED 150 per couple – an effortlessly stylish way to toast the evening.
Valentine’s Day Platter and Cocktails:AED 150 per couple for two cocktails and a cheese and cold cuts platter
Saturday, 14 February, 5pm onwards
Sorso, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
The Forge
At The Forge, romance is expressed through bold flavour and a deeply atmospheric setting. Couples may choose to dine within the signature steakhouse’s rich, moody interiors, where a specially curated set menu highlights premium cuts and classic technique. The experience begins with an amuse-bouche of Gillardeau oysters crowned with Oscietra caviar, followed by a cold starter of finely prepared beef tartare for sharing. A hot course of prawn pansotti with lobster bisque sauce leads into the main event – a grilled Wagyu tomahawk, carved and served for the table. The evening concludes with a decadent mixed berry cake, delicately adorned with 24k gold flakes.
Valentine’s Dinner Set Menu: AED 700 per couple (soft beverages); AED 900 per couple (including wine pairing); AED 1,200 (Champagne)
Saturday, 14 February, 6pm onwards
The Forge, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 2 818 8203 or email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com
Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Yas Links Abu Dhabi sets the scene for a romantic evening by the pool, where flickering candlelight, live piano melodies and the gentle night air create an atmosphere made for lingering moments. Couples are invited to indulge in a thoughtfully curated three-course set menu with wine pairing, complemented by a free flow of sparkling wine throughout the evening.
With live piano performances weaving through the night, Valentine’s by the Pool offers an intimate escape designed for unhurried dining, quiet conversation and effortless romance in a beautifully serene setting.
Valentine’s Dinner Three-Course Set Menu: 550 AED per couple, including free-flow sparkling wine
Saturday, 14 February, 7pm to 10pm
Villa Selene Pool, Yas Links Abu Dhabi
For more information or to make a reservation, call +971 54 990 4246 or email villa.selene@viyagolf.com
