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Complete Guide to Christmas Day Brunch in Abu Dhabi 2026

by Abu Dhabi Travel Planner Team

30+ Ideas for keeping your crew fed and entertained in Abu Dhabi on Christmas Day, Friday 25 December 2026

This list offers a diverse range of Christmas Day brunch options in Abu Dhabi, featuring everything from traditional festive menus to contemporary and international cuisines.

Top Tip! Book early! Unfortunately, hotels in Abu Dhabi have a terrible reputation for not formally releasing their brunch information until late November. However, if you’ven’t started researching from about September and are prepared to pay upfront, you may not get your first choice venue. We do hope that if you’re still making last-minute plans, you can find the perfect place to suit your budget.

If you are seeking out more markets and festive events for the family, make sure you head over next to our guide to Christmas and the Festive Season in Abu Dhabi

Decoding Brunch Terminology in Abu Dhabi

Before we jump into our Abu Dhabi Christmas brunch guide, if you are unfamiliar with the brunching scene in Abu Dhabi, here’s what you need to know:

  • Brunch really means an extended long lunch – not the meal between breakfast and lunch!
  • “Soft” is a soft drinks package, which essentially means juices, sodas, and mocktailsโ€”anything non-alcoholic. Usually, it will also include tea and coffee to finish.
  • “House” – builds on top of your soft package, you’ll also get a limited choice of freeflow house alcoholic beverages (yes, drinking alcohol is most definitely legal in Abu Dhabi) – your choices may be limited to a few different types of wine, basic tap or bottled beers and basic spirits.
  • “Bubbles/bubbly/sparkling” is a premium brunch package that extends the house package to include a higher-range sparkling option or even a completely open bar.
  • “Kids”โ€”generally speaking, children up to 5 years old are free, 6 to 12-year-olds will be charged a discounted price, and from 13 years old, full adult soft prices apply. (We have questioned restaurants for years about this immensely unfair family policy!)
  • “After Brunch” – an addition to your dining package where you stay for more drinks.
  • “Drunch” is a colloquialism for a drinking lunch, where the food is just a small sideshow to the drinking action, best for adult-only party brunches.
  • “Al fresco” means an outdoor dining option is available in winter.

Will you be in Dubai instead for Christmas Day? Head over here for the spectacular listing of Dubai brunches (always that little bit more $$ than Abu Dhbai – we definitely get more value for money in the capital when it comes to brunch!!

Abu Dhabi’s Most Extravagant Lunchtime Brunches for Christmas 2026

In a city renowned for its 5-star hotels and exceptional dining scene, here’s where you’ll find the best Christmas Day brunches.

We are currently updating this page and working hard to give you the most up to date and correct information. Some information below may still pertain to 2025; With Abu Dhabi hotels being notoriously late to advertise their festive events, you still may find this guide really helpful for advance booking your Abu Dhabi Christmas 2026 event – contact the venues directly for more information.

Note: When calling to book, use the international dialling code +971 if calling from abroad, and donโ€™t forget to drop the first 0 of the local area code.

Abu Dhabi Golf Resort

With over 200 fabulous dishes on offer at this international spread, live music, and a dedicated area for kids’ entertainment, it is bound not to disappoint.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft), AED 450 (house), AED 599 (Premium), kids (AED 145)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Vogo Abu Dhabi Gold Club
  • Booking: Visit vogohotels.com or call +971 542 522 937

Alba Terrace

If you’re seeking an al fresco brunch for Christmas Day, Alba Terrace offers the perfect setting with a Mediterranean themeโ€”enjoy lamb shank, and a candy trolley will delight your youngest ones. Enjoy Amalfi coast-inspired mixers along with live music.

Amalfi Ristorante

A wonderful family-style brunch with an Italian twist, offering live entertainment

  • 2024 Price: AED 250 (soft), AED 400 (house), AED 550 (Bubbly) 2025 to be confirmed.
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Le Royal Meridien
  • Booking: Call 800 101 101 or WhatsApp 056 404 9988

Aqua

This is a great family choice with spectacular waterfront views in a classy but relaxed setting. Families love the range of kids’ options here, plus you can spill out onto the pool deck for after drinks to watch the sunset. Santa is expected to visit and there’ll be plenty to keep them entertained at Rosewood Explorer’s Kids Club

  • 2025 Price: AED 498 (soft), AED 598 (house), AED 698 (bubbles)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Rosewood Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: Visit rosewoodhotels.com or call 02 813 5550

Balcon Terrace

The perfect Al fresco dining with classics like beef Wellington, roast turkey, and a variety of desserts from Christmas cake to chocolate log cake.

  • 2025 Price: AED 345 (soft), AED 399 (house), AED 449 (premium), AED 625 (champagne) AED 149 (Kids)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Southern Sun Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya
  • Booking: Email abudhabi.dine@southernsun.com or call 056 515 3388โ€‹

Broadway Brasserie & Bar

Why not experience Christmas at the Emirates Palace in 2026? Broadway is offering a seated four-course sharing-style menu featuring many festive favourites. There will be live entertainment and activities to keep the kids busy!

  • 2025 Price: From AED 350
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental
  • Booking: Email 02 690 7999

Butcher & Still

A 1920s-themed Christmas brunch with slow-roasting meats, live barbecue stations, and sharing platters. Expect stuffed turkey roulade, homemade panettone, mince pies, and eggnog panna cotta.

  • 2025 Price: AED 500 (soft), AED 650 (house beverages), AED 750 (Champagne)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Four Seasons, Al Maryah Island
  • Booking: Email dining.abudhabi@fourseasons.com or call 02 333 2444โ€‹โ€‹.

The Cafe

Gourmet delights and engaging kidsโ€™ activities with a selection of meats, seafood, salads, cheeses, and themed desserts. Highlights include the live cooking station, oyster shucking, and live entertainment. Families will love the kids’ club that comes with this classy Christmas Brunch.

  • 2025 Price: AED 525 (soft), AED 640 (house beverages) AED 825 (premium drinks), 50% of kids 6-12 years.
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Park Hyatt, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking: Email brunchatthepark@hyatt.com or call 050 740 5323

Cafรฉ Milano

Italian-style Christmas brunch with antipasti like veal and chicken tortellini, roasted octopus salad, and tuna tartare. Finish off with desserts, including tiramisu and panettone. from chef Delfino Chiarello.

  • 2025 Price: AED 420 (soft), AED 520 (house), kids
  • Timing: 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Four Seasons, Al Maryah Island
  • Booking: Email dining.abudhabi@fourseasons.com, visit cafemilano.ae or call 02 333 2444โ€‹

Cascades

Another dining option at Emirates Palace comes in the form of brunch at Cascades. Offering a simply stunning setting in the gardens of Emirates Palace, this is a lovely location for a family-style brunch at one of Abu Dhabi’s most exclusive locations, with kids’ activities and a DJ playing festive tunes for the perfect ambience.

  • 2025 Price: From AED 420
  • Timing: 1:20 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Four Seasons, Al Maryah Island
  • Booking: Email or call 02 690 7999

Catch at St. Regis

Seaside brunch with contemporary seafood dishes, desserts, and live entertainment

  • 2025 Price: AED 545 (soft), AED 650 (selected French bubbly), AED 850 (Italian bubbly).
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The St Regis Abu Dhabi (beachside)
  • Booking: Email restaurants.abudhabi@stregis.com or call 02 694 4553โ€‹

Crust

Another from Four Seasons that’s perfect for a family group booking; not only a lavish buffet spread and bought-to-the-table specials, but some awesome sweet treats await, and a dedicated kids play area and buffet are available.

  • 2025 Price: AED 450 (soft), AED 600 (house), AED 750 (bubbly), AED 225 (kids_ under 6’s (50 AED)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
  • Booking: visit fourseasons.com or call 02 333 2444

CuiScene

A long-standing stalwart of bug event brunches, Christmas is no exception, with a wide range of cuisine available across all of the Fairmont restaurants, including Italian, Japanese, and Lebanese dishes, with your expected festive treats such as Turkey with bread stuffing, beef wellington, and all the trimmings. There will be live entertainment, and a visit from Santa will be included.

  • 2025 Price: AED 425 (soft), AED 595 (house) AED 695 (prosecco) AED 795 (champagne)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta
  • Booking: Email dining.bab@fairmont.com or call 02 654 3333.

The Directorโ€™s Club

Traditional roast turkey and classics like duck fat potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. With a choice of indoor and outdoor dining, this is a bit more of a grown-up version compared to Sidekicks, where the focus is on the younger guests.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft), AED 490 (house beverages), AED 599 (bubbly), AED 150 (children 6-12 years)
  • Timing: 1:00 pm to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The WB Hotel Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
  • Booking: Email dine.thewbabudhabi@hilton.com or call 02 815 0000โ€‹

Dusit Thani

Always one of the best spots in town to find global Christmas cuisines with desserts, decorations, kidsโ€™ activities, and live entertainment, including a DJ and dance floor. This year’s event will be held at the SkyDome and promises to be even bigger and better than the last and has a Gingebread Wonderland theme.

  • 2025 Price: AED 275 (soft), 435 AED (house)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Dusit Thani, Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: Email reservations.table@dusit.com or call 02 698 8137

Go B.I.G. at Garage

Looking for one of the best Christmas Day Parties in Abu Dhabi? Festive brunch at Garage with DJ Firas, festive delights, and toast with favourite sips. DJ Firas is entertaining the crowd, there will be Christmas-themed dancers, and Santa will come along to cap off a fabulous afternoon of celebrations.

  • 2025 Price: AED 450 (soft), AED 590 (house)to AED 740 (sparkling)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: W Abu Dhabi โ€“ Yas Island
  • Booking: Visit wabudhabidining.com or call 02 656 0000

Ginger

Enjoy a lively brunch with international fare, live entertainment and a range of kidsโ€™ activities, including face painting and a bouncy castle.

  • 2025 Price: AED 349 (Soft Beverages), AED 449 (House Beverages)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Park Rotana Hotel, next to Khalifa Park
  • Booking:

Giornette

Chefโ€™s Brunch at Giornotte is always an unmissable inclusion on any Abu Dhabi brunch listing. They always impress with their vast range of international dishes and live cooking stations.

  • 2025 Price: AED 699 (soft), AED 799 (house incl prosecco), AED 899 (premium bubbles), AED 344 (children 6-11 years).
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
  • Booking: Email abudhabi.restaurants@ritzcarlton.com or call 02 818 8203

Graphos

Enjoy a Christmas feast at Graphos with international dishes, live cooking stations, and festive drinks like mulled wine, and cranberry margaritas. Santa will also be visiting to hand out gifts to children.

  • 2025 Price: AED 375 (soft ), AED 485 (house), AD 760 (premium drinks package), AED 125 (children 6-12 years).
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
  • Booking: Email dineatgraphos@hilton.com or call 052 547 6318

Hawksbill

A huge selection of live cooking stations will be on offer, along with free-flowing beverages and live music for the perfect festive atmosphere! Set on the clubโ€™s lush lawns, there will be live music, Christmas carols and various activities for the little ones.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft ), AED 470 (house) AED 150 for kids aged 5-12
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
  • Booking: Email dineatgraphos@hilton.com or call 056 660 8780

Khayal

Offering six live cooking stations, live music, a visit from Santa, and a joyous vibe, a Christmas Day brunch at Khayal is a sure hit. This large venue is a great choice for a group gathering of family and friends and has the perfect festive atmosphere.

  • 2024 Price: AED 320 (soft), AED 450 (House), AED 550 (Bubbly), AED 99 (Child 6-11) – 2025 Prices TBC
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Khalifa City
  • Booking: Visit www.marriottalforsanlife.com or call 02 201 4131

LPM Restaurant & Bar

A top choice for fine dining in the city, the Christmas celebration has a sharing menu that includes a Seafood Tower, beef tournedos Rossini, Lobster Casserole, and festive desserts, including chestnut cake with chocolate mousse and apple tatin with ginger ice cream.

  • 2024 Price: AED 595 (sharing menu per person), AED 905 (bubbly)– 2025 Prices TBC
  • Timing: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The Galleria Al Maryah Island
  • Booking: Visit lpmrestaurants.com or call 02 692 9600

Matรฉ

Argentinean specialties, premium grilled meats, and festive dishes make this one of the most sought-after Christmas Day brunches in Abu Dhabi for those looking for a hearty feast and table service. This year, you’ll have a DJ and live entertainment for the perfect ambience.

  • 2025 Price: AED 525 (soft), AED 640 (house beverages), AED 825 (premium beverages).
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Villas
  • Booking: Email mate-restaurant@hyatt.com or call 054 309 6027

McCafferty’s

Offering one of the best party day brunches in Abu Dhabi, Irish Pub McCafferty’s will be laying on a 3-course meal for Christmas Day, including a choice of starters, roast turkey, and Irish ham (the real thing!) for your mains, and topped off with Irish hops or sparkling grapes, and complimentary mulled wine- with live music – kids welcome.

  • 2025 Price: AED 399 (soft), AED 499 (house), AED 125 (kids)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Hilton Yas Island
  • Booking: Visit mccaffertysyas.com or call 058 598 3623.

Nahaam And SOLE

An indulgent festive treat awaits when these two premium restaurants join forces for a Christmas spread and live music. Nahaam is always a great choice to combine your afternoon with a pool pass for a chilled-out finish to your Christmas day. Alternatively, join the after brunch Christmas party for an additional 150 AED.

  • 2025 Price: AED 595 (soft) AED 755 (house), to AED 925 (premium)
  • Timing: 1:00 pm to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Conrad Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: visit sevenrooms.com or call 02 811 5666

Oak Room

Another Edition Hotel offering is in the sophisticated setting of the Oak Room with shared starters and a roast main of your choice, followed by an indulgent choice of desserts and Christmas Pudding, served up with live entertainment.

Roots Bar & Kitchen

This year, Roots will unite with Acreโ€™s Grill and The Black Room for one huge Christmas party! Youโ€™ll be able to find all of the traditional holiday classics as well as some international flavours. There will also be live music and activities for the kids.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft) AED 470 (house)
  • Timing: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Yas Acres Golf Club
  • Booking: Email dining.yagcc@viyagolf.com or call 050 757 4808

Safina

Who wouldnโ€™t want to experience Christmas in the sun at one of Abu Dhabiโ€™s most beautiful beach clubs? Saadiyat Beach Club will offer a range of live-cooking stations, plentiful seafood and a range of festive favourites at Safina Restaurant this Christmas. There will be live music, cookie decorating for the kids, and even a visit from Santa!

  • 2025 Price: AED 570 (soft drinks), AED 670 (house), AED 770 (bubbly), children aged 6-12 pay AED 285.
  • Timing: 1.00 PM to 4.00 PM
  • Where to find it: Saadiyat Beach Club, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking: Call 02 656 3500

Sofra Bld

A festive feast with holiday favourites at the Shangri-La’s International restaurant, Christmas-inspired beverages, carols, Santa Claus visits, and live performances. Enjoy curated Christmas-inspired beverages and live entertainment to put you in the holiday spirit.

  • 2025 Price: AED 398 (soft), AED 598 (house), to AED 698 (bubbly)
  • Timing: 1:00 pm to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: Email restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com or call 02 509 8555

Sim Sim

Frequently touted as one of the best brunch spreads in Abu Dhabi, Christmas Day will be no exception with festive favourites including roast turkey, a dedicated play area for little ones, a 3-piece live band, and a chance to receive a gift from Santa.

  • 2025 Price: AED 550 (soft), AED 650 (house), AED 850 (premium), AED 295 (kids)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking: Email fbres.saadiyat@rotana.com or call 02 697 0000.

Talea by Antonio Guido

A four-course meal from this high-end Italian favourite, a one-Michelin-star restaurant in Emirates Palace, is perfect for a Christmas Lunch experience you won’t forget.

  • 2025 Price: AED 550 (+ add AED 450 for wine pairing and Panettone for the table)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental
  • Booking: Email or call 02 6907999

Terra Secca

This is a great choice for Christmas Day Brunch in Abu Dhabi if you want something unique with a bit of wow factor. Head out into the desert just beyond the city outskirts for an Italian festive feast with cheese, cold cuts, foie gras, scallops, risotto, beef tenderloin, sea bass, and desserts.

  • 2025 Price: AED 300 (soft beverages) AED 550 (House beverages including bubbles)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM
  • Where to find it: Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Al Wathba South
  • Booking: Visit terraseccarestaurant.com or call 02 204 4444

The Terrace on the Corniche

International delights, festive drinks, live entertainment, and an incredible room for sweet treats make this one of our favourite choices for foodies who love a sophisticated affair. Well-behaved children are certainly allowed, but it is a more grown-up brunch for tweens+

  • 2025 Price: AED 525 (soft), AED 725 (house), AED 875 (premium)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: Email restaurants.abudhabi@stregis.com or call 02 694 4553โ€‹

West Bay

Serving up brunch with live entertainment and a visit from Santa at their beautiful beachside venue, this is a good choice for those who still want quality food with a chilled beach ambience.

  • 2025 Price: AED 349 (soft), AED 495 (house) kids 6-12 AED 175.
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Radisson Blu Abu Dhabi Corniche
  • Booking: Email info.abudhabi.corniche@radissonblu.com or call 02 692 4999

Good Value (Under AED 450) Christmas Brunches in Abu Dhabi 2026

Appreciating that not everyone is on a 5-star hotel budget, nor perhaps needs such an extravagant and lively feed when a quiet catch-up with family and friends is preferred, you will still get a sensational feed at these locations:

Our ‘value’ Christmas Brunch listing aims to find those brunches under AED 450 a head for a house drinks package (some include bubbles upgrades that will exceed the AED 400 cap!)

Antonia

Popular Pizza restaurant Antonia is the perfect choice for a casual get-together with a sharing-style lunch. An Italian four-course meal is offered only steps away from the gorgeous Soul Beach Saadiyat Island, perfect to finish your day with a swim!

  • 2024 Price: AED 245 (soft), AED 295 (house)
  • Timing: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Antonia at Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking: Call 02 667 2554

B Lounge

Enjoy a BBQ-style brunch at B-Lounge, which offers a dedicated kids’ corner and carolers to perfectly set the ambience for a fun family day out this Christmas.

  • 2025 Price: AED 219 (soft), AED 329 (house) Kids 6-12 AED 110
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Sheraton Abu Dhabi Corniche
  • Booking: Email flavours.00446@adnhmc.com or call 054 791 9022

Central

The perfect family brunch for any occasion, and Christmas Day is no exception. Enjoy a 3-course meal with unlimited drinks, alongside the option to add bowling and arcade games to your family afternoon out.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (House), Kids 5-12 years pay AED 200, teens pay AED 250 – Terms and conditions apply.
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island
  • Booking: call 04 423 8311

Dinos Bistro Italiano

A great little family-friendly choice hidden in the exhibition centre area of the city. Expect a lively Italian Christmas brunch with favourites like turkey carvery, accompanied by live music.

  • 2025 Price: AED 295 (soft), AED 375 (house)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Dino’s Bistro Italiano, Pearl Capital Centre by Rotana, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Abu Dhabi
  • Booking: Email dinos.pearl@rotana.com or call 02 307 5551

Flavours

A buffet with holiday favourites, an in-house band performance, and a dedicated area for children with festive decor and sweet treats.

  • 2025 Price: AED 219 (soft), AED 329 (house), AED 110 (children 6-12 years).
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort 
  • Booking: email 00446Foodandbeverage@adnhmc.com or call 054 791 9022

Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi

For something fabulous and French, head to Foquets in the Louvre for a dazzling evening affair with a menu curated by Chef Pierre Gagnaire. Enjoy a set 5-course meal with luxury bits from caviar tartare to wagyu ribeye, finished with an elevated selection of French cheeses.

  • 2025 Price: AED 399 (selected beverages included)
  • Timing: 12.00 pm to 3.00pm
  • Where to find it: Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking:  Call 02 205 4200

Kai Beach

Enjoy a special seaside feast at Kai Beach this Christmas, with a laid back, sharing style brunch that stands out as something truly different. There will be a range of middle eastern delicacies as well as fresh seafood and turkey roulade. A variety of sweet treats and a live DJ bringing fresh beats are sure to make this an afternoon to remember. If thatโ€™s not enough, Santa will make a special visit and beach access is also included.

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (adults), AED 175 (Kids) – No Alcohol Included
  • Timing: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Kai Beach, Saadiyat Island
  • Booking: Call 050 283 5795

Latest Recipe

Christmas Brunch at Latest Recipe features traditional roasts, desserts, live DJ music, and Santa’s visit. It is a great Al Fresco dining space, poolside at Le Royal Meridien.

  • 2024 Price: AED 229 (soft), AED 299 (house).
  • Timing: 1:00 to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Le Mรฉridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah
  • Booking: Email 01899.FBReservations@adnhmc.com or call 056 688 5361.

La Terrazza

Traditional holiday dishes and international favourites will be served, accompanied by joyful carols and a visit from Santa.

  • 2025 Price: AED 169 (soft ), AED 269 (house), AED 99 (children 6-12 years)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche
  • Booking: Visit bluexperienceabudhabi.com or call 02 692 4222

Layali Shaharazad

Enjoy a festive buffet and a visit from Santa right in the heart of the city!

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft ), AED 450 (house) AED 175 (kids)
  • Timing: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Grand Millenium, Al Wahda
  • Booking: 02 495 3999

Ma Buckley’s

For a fabulous festive feast in a gastropub setting, this has to be on your shortlist. For Christmas Day, they are offering a three-course festive lunch with indoor and outdoor seating.

The entertainment lineup is still to be confirmed but will include some cheeky karaoke!

  • 2025 Price: AED 249 (soft ), AED 349 (premium), AED 99 (children under 12)
  • Timing: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche
  • Booking: or call 02 642 8600

Sidekicks

This is the perfect venue for your younger ones, with fabulous festive-themed character meet-and-greets from Warner Bros. World, such as Tim & Jerry, Bugs Bunny, and Daffy Duck. Expect a wide array of international dishes to suit even the fussiest of pallets.

  • 2025 Price: From AED 290 (soft beverages), AED 390 (house beverages)
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: The WB Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
  • Booking: Email dine.thewbabudhabi@hilton.com or call 02 815 0000โ€‹

Sportsmanโ€™s Arms

Enjoy a fabulous festive lunch or dinner, suitable for families, in the heart of Zayed Sports City. There will be a kids’ activity corner, a visit from Santa, and a set 3-course menu.

  • 2024 Price: AED 220 (soft), AED 330 (house), AED 89 (kids 5-14 years)
  • Timing: Christmas Day 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (also available daily from Thanksgiving through until Christmas)
  • Where to find it: Tennis Stadium, Zayed Sports City
  • Booking: Call 02 447 1066 or Whatsapp 054 349 5352

Verso

La Famiglia Brunch offers Italian cuisine, kidsโ€™ activities, balloon shaping, face painting, and a Santa visit. Look out for their popcorn station and unlimited ice cream, making this one a family-friendly favourite

  • 2025 Price: AED 350 (soft), AED 450 (house), Kids 175
  • Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residence
  • Booking: Email festive.grandhyattabudhabi@hyatt.com or call 02 510 1234

Adult-Only Christmas Day Brunch in Abu Dhabi

Understandably, if you are past the kiddy stage and don’t need Santa meet and greet to make your Christmas day, how about checking out some of these adult-only options or those more focused on the Drunch (Some of these may not be strictly over 21’s but would suit a mature audience).

Apollo Bar and Oia Oasis (- TBC for 2025)

Held at their exclusive adults-only resort on the Ghantoot coast of Abu Dhabi (around 50 minutes from Downtown Dubai), this coastal gem offers a festive brunch poolside with DJ tunes and even Santa! Your traditional feast will include Wagyu short ribs, succulent Turkey, oysters, and holiday sweets.

  • 2024 Price: AED 1,200 (soft) AED 1,500 (house) – includes lunch, unlimited beverages, and pool & beach access
  • Timing: TBC
  • Where to find it: Anantara Santorini, Ghantoot
  • Booking: Learn more at anantara.com, or call 02 817 0000

Asia Asia

This is the ideal choice for an afternoon filled with Pan-Asian favourites and DJ vibes for those seeking more party crowd than traditional Christmas brunch this year.

  • 2025 Price: AED 295 (soft), AED 395 (house), AED 495 (Prosecco)
  • Timing: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Yas Bay Waterfront
  • Booking: Call 04 423 8302 or learn more here

AT25 (- TBC for 2025)

Indulge in a fun afternoon brunch for those who love a bevvy with their Christmas Brunch. Enjoy seafood and Oysters, grilled meats, prime ribs, and, of course, Turkey, All Paired with a selection of house beverages.

  • 2024 Price: AED 200 for Food & 10 drinks
  • Timing: Brunch 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Marriott Downtown
  • Booking: Call

Lock Stock & Barrel ( – TBC for 2025)

Enjoy a simple festive roast with all the trimmings and a beverage.

  • 2024 Price: AED 140
  • Timing: Dinner 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Yas Bay Waterfront
  • Booking: Call

Star n Bars

Not strictly adults-only for entry, but would really suit your older crowd, Stars N Bars is keeping it casual with a Christmas Day Brunch following their usual Brunch.

  • 2025 Price: AED 299 (house), AED 99 (drunch only)
  • Timing: Brunch 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Drunch 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Yas Marina, Yas Island
  • Booking: Call 02 565 0101

Evening Brunch on Christmas Day 2026

With Christmas Day falling on a Thursday, there will be plenty for whom Thursday is a normal work day, so to compensate for this, there are several evening choices.

You may also want to check out this selection of Christmas Eve brunches and dinners in Abu Dhabi if you’d like to start your Christmas celebrations early

Cyan Brasserie

Offering a 5-course sit-down affair, this traditional Christmas gastronomical feast is ideal for those seeking a Christmas evening dinner with some of Abu Dhabi’s best views.

  • 2025 Price: AED 325 (soft), AED 425 (house beverages), AED 525 (Champagne)
  • Timing: 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Andaz Capital Gate
  • Booking: Call 050 765 6435.

Easy Tiger

Indulge in a 3-course meal with unlimited beverages as part of our Christmas evening offering in Abu Dhabi.

  • 2025 Price: AED 250
  • Timing: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Al Ain Palace Hotel
  • Booking:  Call +971 505 937 977

Velocity ( – TBC for 2025)

For those who want to keep the Christmas party going until late into the evening with DJ Beats, this is the ultimate in Christmas Drunch packages at a super value price – just make sure you get your tums filled at lunch, though!

  • 2024 Price: AED 50 – 10 House Beverages
  • Timing: Brunch 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Where to find it: Marriott Downtown
  • Booking: Call

Don’t forget to check out our complete guide to Christmas in Abu Dhabi to plan your December trip to the UAE Capital

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