Let me reveal something that will make your weekend plans infinitely more exciting. 😱🍳

There’s nothing we love more than spending our weekends gorging on never-ending food and drinks in the company of friends at some of the city’s finest establishments. You know what we’re talking about—the legendary Abu Dhabi brunch. 🥂✨

From belly-busting buffets to refined a la carte affairs, from family-friendly feasts to Ibiza-style beach parties, Abu Dhabi has perfected the art of the weekend brunch. And in 2026, the options are more breathtaking than ever. 🌍🍴

In this exclusive, complete guide, I’m going to reveal the ultimate lineup of 31 incredible brunches to try this year—categorized by vibe, budget, and cuisine. Hurry—grab your crew, loosen your belt, and get ready to conquer Abu Dhabi’s brunch scene! 👯‍♀️🍾

🎉 The Ultimate Abu Dhabi Brunch Guide

Let me give you a sneak peek into the jaw-dropping variety of brunches waiting for you in 2026. Whether you’re after Mexican fiestas, Japanese izakaya, Mediterranean escapes, or classic British roasts, there’s a brunch with your name on it. 🍽️✨

🌮 International Flavors & Party Vibes

🎸 Barbossa – Mexican Street Food & Lively Bar Scene

The Vibe: Endless views, tacos, and Mexican mixed drinks. Spearheaded by Chef Mina Mouris Zaki, this spot brings modern Mexican and Latin American cuisine to the capital through authentic highlights like Barbossa ceviche, carne asada tacos, and tuna ceviche tostada.

The Offer: Dhs249 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs599 (bubbly)

When: Yas Bay Waterfront, @barbossa_auh (050 185 8068)

The essential takeaway: If tacos and tequila are your love language, this is your spot. 🌮🔥

🍣 BB Social Dining – Sharing-Style Sensation

The Vibe: Another popular restaurant that first started life in Dubai, BB Social Dining (affectionately known as BBs) throws one of our favorite brunches. The sharing dishes are split between bites & baos and BBQ—think maki rolls, chicken bang bang, dim sum, and melt-in-the-mouth beef tenderloin.

The Offer: Dhs249 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs499 (bubbly)

When: Sat 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, @bbabudhabi (02 236 2600)

The essential takeaway: Save room for the profiteroles—they’re to die for. 🍣✨

🎭 Broadway – Immersive Theater & Beach Access

The Vibe: Prepare for an immersive experience at the Broadway Brunch and Beach. Influenced by French and British flavors, the menu features everything from lobster omelet and escargot to steak frites and roasted sea bream. Live entertainment and performances set the stage for an unforgettable afternoon.

The Offer: Dhs295 (soft beverages), Dhs365 (house beverages), Dhs495 (bubbly)

When: Sat 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental (02 690 7999)

The essential takeaway: Guests get complimentary beach access—the perfect way to kick off the weekend in style. 🎭🏖️

🇬🇷 Ilios – Aegean Escape with Beach Access

The Vibe: Sundays at Ilios are reserved for the AEGEAN Brunch—a four-hour escape into sun-soaked indulgence, complete with beach access, free-flowing drinks, live entertainment, and serious Greek island vibes. Set on Hudayriyat Island beside Surf Abu Dhabi’s record-breaking wave, this brand-new hotspot brings Aegean charm to Abu Dhabi’s shores.

The Offer: Dhs325 (soft drinks), Dhs450 (house beverages)

When: Sun 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Hudayriyat Island, surfabudhabi.com/ilios (02 419 8508)

The essential takeaway: Think fresh seafood, sashimi, and melt-in-your-mouth black Angus tenderloin—with a dip in the pool and DJ beats. 🌊🇬🇷

🍣 SUSHISAMBA – Carnival Energy & Tri-Cultural Fusion

The Vibe: SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi is turning its Rio Brunch into a weekly Saturday celebration, bringing the energy and color of Carnival straight to the capital. Live DJs and samba dancers set the scene, while a tri-cultural menu fuses Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian flavors.

The Offer: Dhs495 (soft drinks), Dhs595 (house beverages), Dhs695 (bubbly)

When: Sat 12:30 PM. Conrad, Etihad Towers, sushisamba.com (02 811 5882)

The essential takeaway: Post-brunch, the party moves to SAMBA Lounge and the terrace—this brunch is as much about the scene as the food. 🎉🍣

🏖️ Beachfront Bliss & Ibiza Vibes

🏝️ Café Del Mar – Ibiza in Abu Dhabi

The Vibe: If you’re currently craving a long lunch at a chic Ibizan beach club, Abu Dhabi’s own Café Del Mar promises plenty of foam-fueled fun, live beats, refreshing drinks, unlimited plates from the barbecue, pool access, towels, and a lounger.

The Offer: Dhs349 (house beverages)

When: Fri 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Yas Bay Waterfront, cafedelmarabudhabi.com (050 402 2283)

The essential takeaway: The food is secondary to the party—you’ll be transported directly to the White Isle as the DJ spins chilled beats at sunset. 🌅🎧

🌊 Safina – Farm to Beach Elegance

The Vibe: If your dream brunch involves smooth jazz, ocean views, and a table groaning with gourmet delights, then this meal out is your (literal) dream come true. The effortlessly luxe farm to beach Saturday brunch is as bougie as you want it to be.

The Offer: Dhs345 (soft drinks), Dhs445 (house beverages), Dhs545 (premium beverages)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Saadiyat Beach Club, saadiyatbeachclub.ae (02 656 3536)

The essential takeaway: Don’t sleep on the desserts—chocolate fountains, mini cakes, macarons, and more sugar than you should probably admit to eating. 🍫🍰

🤍 White at Jumeirah Saadiyat Island – Beachfront Luxury

The Vibe: Can you think of anything better than enjoying a weekend brunch with stunning views of Saadiyat’s pristine white sandy beaches? The White Brunch makes for a quintessential Abu Dhabi brunch experience complete with Arabic and Asian food, live international cooking stations, and island-themed delicacies.

The Offer: Dhs500 (house beverages), Dhs625 (premium beverages), Dhs375 (soft drinks), Dhs175 (kids aged 5–11)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Resort, jumeirah.com (02 811 4342)

The essential takeaway: Don’t miss the seafood station—king crab, lobster, shucked oysters, and salmon sashimi await. 🦞🌊

🥩 Classic & Sophisticated Affairs

🌊 Aqua at Rosewood Abu Dhabi – Skyline Views & European Cheese

The Vibe: A favorite brunch amongst many residents, the outdoor terrace of Aqua treats you to sensational views of the city skyline and the blue Arabian Gulf. A great place to take your visitors and show off the beauty of Abu Dhabi, the food is sensational.

The Offer: Dhs329 (soft drinks), Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs599 (bubbly), Dhs150 (child)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, @rosewoodabudhabi (02 813 5550)

The essential takeaway: You’ll have to be rolled out of there by the time your last plate is cleared. 🧀✨

🍽️ Giornotte at The Ritz-Carlton – Grand Buffet Extravaganza

The Vibe: As to be expected from a luxury hotel brand, brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi nails it on the food—salads, grills, curries, pizza, dim sum, and super-fresh seafood, with plenty of live stations. Family-friendly with a sprawling terrace overlooking lush gardens.

The Offer: Dhs399 (soft drinks), Dhs499 (house beverages), Dhs699 (bubbly)

When: The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, marriott.com (02 818 8282)

The essential takeaway: In winter, the terrace is perhaps our favorite spot to while away a Saturday afternoon. 🌿🍽️

🥂 The Grand Brunch at Fairmont Bab al Bahr – 145 Dishes & 18 Live Stations

The Vibe: A perfect weekend indulgence, The Grand Brunch lives up to its name. Tuck into a delicious al fresco brunch alongside views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with the best of Asian, Indian, Mediterranean, Japanese, Italian, and British cuisines.

The Offer: Dhs495 (house beverages), Dhs345 (soft drinks)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Khor Al Maqta, fairmont.com/abu-dhabi (02 654 3333)

The essential takeaway: Hop over to the Bridges Bar to enjoy a special happy hour from 4 PM onwards. 🍾🌙

🍸 Nahaam at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers – 10 Hours of Indulgence

The Vibe: One of the most popular spots in town for a buffet brunch, an afternoon at Nahaam’s Saturday Brunch Club gets off to a great start with a welcome drink in the lounge. Followed by diverse food selection of traditional roasts, grills, curries, sushi, and an entire room dedicated to cheese.

The Offer: Dhs395 (house beverages), Dhs525 (house beverages), Dhs695 (premium beverages)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, hilton.com (02 811 5666)

The essential takeaway: Ten hours of brunch? Yes, please! 🧀🎶

🍜 Asian & Japanese Delights

🥟 Dai Pai Pong – Legendary Chinese Sunday Brunch

The Vibe: We’re huge advocates of a weekend Chinese, so don’t be surprised if you spot us indulging in Dai Pai Pong’s legendary brunch on a Sunday. All about the dim sum—steamed shrimp, crispy vegetable rice rolls, beef wontons, roasted duck, and barbecued meats.

The Offer: Dhs398 (house beverages), Dhs528 (bubbly), Dhs298 (soft drinks)

When: Sun noon – 4:00 PM. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, rosewoodhotels.com (02 813 5588)

The essential takeaway: This is the brunch to arrive hungry to. 🥟🍜

🍣 Zuma – Japanese Izakaya Excellence

The Vibe: Looking to treat the in-laws? Brunch at Zuma should do just that. Take inspiration from the izakaya style of informal eating and indulge in an array of starters—shrimp tempura with yuzu chilli mayo, crispy fried squid, and plenty of sashimi, nigiri, and maki.

The Offer: Dhs595 (house beverages), Dhs695 (bubbly), Dhs495 (soft drinks), Dhs195 (kids aged 4–12)

When: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM. The Galleria, Al Maryah Island, zumarestaurant.com (02 401 5900)

The essential takeaway: Top it off with incredible desserts and mixed drinks—a brunch no one will forget. 🍣🥂

🍚 Hakkasan – Evening Brunch (First Friday Only!)

The Vibe: Unlike your average Abu Dhabi brunch, Hakkasan’s offering takes place in the evening and it’s only held on the first Friday of every month. Reservations are like gold dust. If you’re lucky enough to bag one, you’ll be treated to a sharing menu of Peking duck, soups, dim sum, and salads.

The Offer: Dhs538 (house beverages), Dhs728 (bubbly)

When: First Friday of each month, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, hakkasan.com (02 690 7739)

The essential takeaway: The DJ really amps up the volume as the evening goes on—don’t be surprised if you find yourself calling an Uber only in the early hours. 🌙🍸

🍝 Italian & Mediterranean Gems

🍷 Paradiso – Tuscan Vibes on Yas Bay

The Vibe: For a quintessential Italian dining experience in the sun, look no further than Paradiso. Taking place outside on the expansive terrace, you can expect Mediterranean favorites like beef carpaccio, burrata, rib-eye steak, grilled gambas, and roasted cockerel.

The Offer: Dhs450 (house beverages), Dhs450 (bubbly), Dhs300 (soft drinks)

When: Sun 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Yas Bay Waterfront, paradisoabudhabi.com (050 437 2869)

The essential takeaway: Live music will take you on a trip to Tuscany without heading to the airport. 🇮🇹🍷

🍝 Dino’s Bistro Italiano – Casual Family-Style Italian

The Vibe: For a more casual take on Sunday brunch, round up the family and head to Dino’s for a true Italian feast, all served à la carte. Kids will love the cheesy pepperoni pizza and hand-rolled pasta, while adults can enjoy roasted sea bream and veal scaloppini.

The Offer: Dhs280 (bubbly), Dhs220 (soft drinks)

When: Sun noon – 4:00 PM. Pearl Rotana, Al Rawdah, rotana.com (02 307 5551)

The essential takeaway: Desserts come served family-style—a fancy way of saying free-for-all, just how we like it. 🍝🧀

🥩 Steakhouse & Meat-Lover’s Paradise

🥩 Maté – Argentinian-Lebanese Fusion

The Vibe: A meat-lover’s dream, Maté’s Asado Libre brunch takes the restaurant’s fusion of Argentinian and Lebanese flavors to whole new heights. Sizzling grilled meats, empanadas bursting with flavor, and traditional sides like pure de papas and ensalada de hinojo.

The Offer: Licensed. Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Villas, Saadiyat Island, hyattrestaurants.com (054 309 6027)

The essential takeaway: Add live performances by a Latin singer and this is the next best thing after a trip to Buenos Aires. 🥩🔥

🎬 The Director’s Club – Premium Cuts & Bubbly Towers

The Vibe: A far cry from the hotel’s family-friendly Sidekicks brunch, this sophisticated meatery throws a much fancier affair, complete with premium cuts, the finest beverages, and live entertainment. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a tower of bubbly.

The Offer: Dhs399 (house beverages), Dhs599 (bubbly), Dhs275 (soft drinks)

When: Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. The WB, Yas Bay, hilton.com (02 815 0000)

The essential takeaway: Sharing-style appetizers include signature beef tartare, burrata, truffle, old bay prawn po’ boys, and oysters Rockefeller. 🥩🍾

🍔 Casual & Pub Brunches

🍺 McCafferty’s Irish Pub – Great Craic & Live Band

The Vibe: There’s no doubt the Irish know how to party, and you’ll definitely be in for great craic down at McCafferty’s Irish Pub’s buzzy Friday brunch. Tuck into classic pub grub like chicken wings, battered sausage, and bangers and mash.

The Offer: Dhs199 (house beverages)

When: Sat 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, mccaffertysyas.com (058 598 3623)

The essential takeaway: Dance it all off to the tunes of its in-house live band. 🍺🎸

🇯🇲 Ting Irie – Caribbean Bacchanal

The Vibe: For a true taste of the Caribbean, Jamaican restaurant Ting Irie is where it’s at. Partygoers can revel in four hours of bacchanal beats and flamboyant dancers, while digging into Jamaican patties, chickpea curry, oxtail and beans, and jerk chicken.

The Offer: Dhs244 (house beverages), Dhs444 (premium beverages)

When: Sat 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Mamsha Al Saadiyat, tingirie.com (02 886 7786)

The essential takeaway: Save room for desserts like the grater cake—you won’t regret it. 🌴🔥

🇫🇷 French Elegance & Riviera Flair

🇫🇷 La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi – French Riviera Refinement

The Vibe: If you’re looking to end your weekend on a high, make a beeline for one of Abu Dhabi’s best French restaurants, LPM. Kick things off with a bread and viennoiserie basket before baked eggs with tomato and basil, or poached eggs with crab on toast.

The Offer: Dhs465 (house beverages), Dhs640 (bubbly), Dhs390 (soft drinks)

When: Sun noon – 4:30 PM. The Galleria – Al Maryah Island, lpmrestaurants.com (02 692 9600)

The essential takeaway: Pair it all with a glass of something sparkling or a signature mixed drink—true Riviera flair. 🥂🇫🇷

🌅 Rooftop & Sunset Brunches

🌃 Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar – Sky-High Sunset Vibes

The Vibe: It might only be three floors up, but Siddharta Lounge serves sky-high vibes with front-row seats to those jaw-dropping Abu Dhabi sunsets. Set on Yas Bay Waterfront, this beachy-glam spot delivers big on atmosphere, with thumping DJ beats, boho-chic décor, and enough pillows to nap through dessert.

The Offer: Dhs259 (soft drinks), Dhs359 (house beverages), Dhs459 (sparkling)

When: Sat 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Yas Bay Waterfront, thetrilogybybuddhabar.com (050 601 1194)

The essential takeaway: Fan favorites? The maki rolls—volcano, California, and tuna mango—plus sashimi platters and spicy octopus. 🌅🍣

📊 At a Glance: Brunch by Vibe

Vibe	Top Picks
Party Central	Barbossa, Café Del Mar, SUSHISAMBA, Ting Irie
Beachfront Bliss	Safina, White, Ilios
Family-Friendly	Giornotte, Dino’s, The Grand Brunch
Luxury & Sophisticated	Aqua, Zuma, Hakkasan, LPM
International Buffets	Nahaam, Fairmont Bab al Bahr, Oléa
Italian & Mediterranean	Paradiso, Dino’s
Asian & Japanese	Dai Pai Pong, Zuma, BB Social Dining
Pub Grub & Casual	McCafferty’s, Fado, Easy Tiger
Rooftop & Sunset	Siddharta Lounge

💡 Insider Tips for the Ultimate Brunch Experience

Here’s your complete, painless how-to for conquering Abu Dhabi’s brunch scene:

✅ Step 1: Choose Your Vibe

• Party mode? Barbossa, Café Del Mar, SUSHISAMBA
• Beach vibes? Safina, White, Ilios
• Family feast? Giornotte, The Grand Brunch
• Date night? Zuma, Hakkasan, LPM

✅ Step 2: Book in Advance

Popular brunches sell out instantly. Don’t be the one left scrolling through Instagram stories of what you missed. 📱

✅ Step 3: Arrive Hungry

These aren’t your average eggs-and-toast affairs. Come with an empty stomach and an open mind. 🍽️

✅ Step 4: Pace Yourself

It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Start with salads, move to seafood, then mains, and then desserts. Your stomach will thank you. 🏃‍♀️🍣

✅ Step 5: Designate a Driver

With so many incredible beverage packages, plan your ride home in advance. 🚕

The Moment to Conquer: Why You Can’t Miss These Brunches 🏆

Here’s the essential truth:

Abu Dhabi has perfected the art of brunch. From belly-busting buffets to refined a la carte affairs, from beachfront parties to rooftop elegance, there’s a brunch for every mood, every budget, and every crew.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. Brunch offers, timings, prices, and availability are subject to change without notice. Always confirm details with the venue before visiting. Terms and conditions apply. Please drink responsibly.