Music & Nightlife
56 March 24 – 30 2019 timeoutabudhabi.comBARS, PUBS & CLUBS
Our pick of the city’s best
3rd Avenue British-style
venue which draws a big
crowd, particularly among the
Khalidiya residents. Expect
good deals, a casual vibe and
regular live music.
O Open daily noon-3am.
Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel
Abu Dhabi, Al Khalidiyah
(02 666 6220). ££Ally Pally A friendly pub
that serves traditional British
pub-grub plates and hops.
Launched in 1983, it’s also
known for its lengthy happy
hours and karaoke.
O Licensed. Open dailyA wide range of hops are
available at this popular expat
haunt. There are also top
Belgian frites and the outside
area is a great spot to kick
back in and relax. Keep an
eye out for regualr deals.
O Open Sun-Thu 4pm-
1am; Fri-Sat 4pm-2am.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi,
King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz
Al Saud Street
(02 666 6888). ££Belgian Café Novotel
Gate Hotel A warm and
welcoming nook for drinks.
The comfy wooden interiors
and happy hours are popular
with expats.
O Novotel Gate, Bain Al
Jessrain (02 508 9999). ££Belgian Café Yas
Island A super bar, with
plenty of space inside and
a gorgeous terrace outside.
Screens for showing sport,
decent pub grub and happy
hours make it worth a visit.
O Open Sun-Thu 4pm-2am;
Fri-Sat noon-2am. Radisson
Blu Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
(02 656 2000). ££Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE
Blue Marlin is well-known for
pumping music, a Saturday
beach brunch, sushi and
tapas bars and plenty of
international DJ talent playing
every weekend.
O Open Fri-Sat 1pm-11pm.
Golden Tulip Al Jazira Hotel
& Resort, Ghantoot
(056 113 3400). 9
★ Outdoor Nightspot,
Club of the YearBlu Sky Lounge & Grill
A brilliant sports bar that’s theofficial home for Manchester
City supporters in the capital.
A bit more swish than your
average sports bar. There’s a
good quiz, too.
O Open Sun-Thu 3pm-3am;
Fri-Sat noon-3am. Southern
Sun Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiya
(02 818 4888). ££Brauhaus Popular pub
with plenty of German
beverages and food options.
The outdoor area has typical
German picnic tables ideal for
gathering groups.
O Open daily noon-1am.
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al
Zahiyah (02 697 9011). ££Breeze Lounge Set
between the pool and pretty
beach, this place is stylish
and relaxed. Enjoy drinks in
hand, toes in the sand.
O Open daily 6.30pm-11pm.
Emirates Palace Hotel, West
Corniche (02 690 7920).
★ Beach BarBU! A fun Latino party spot
with a sprawling terrace and a
top Friday brunch.
O Open daily noon-3am. The
Hub, Mall at the World Trade
Center Abu Dhabi
(02 666 8066).Cabana Beach Bar
& Grill At this super beach
club spot you’ll find exactly
the sort of crowd-pleasing
mixed drinks and plates of
food that remind you why you
live in a city like this.
O Open daily 10am-11pm.
Nation Riviera Beach Club,
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi,
Nation Towers
(02 694 4780). ★ Beach BarCaptain’s Arms A proper
pub that’s a favourite in Abu
Dhabi thanks to its classic
interior, outdoor seating and
happy hour promotions.
O Open daily noon-12.30am.
Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al
Zahiyah (02 644 6666). ££Catch Rooftop A glorious
terrace above the seafood
restaurant that overlooks the
sea, with plenty of weekly
food and drink promotions.
Watch out for the ladies’
nights and top DJ sets
occuring every week.
O Open Sat-Wed noon-2am;
Thu-Fri noon-4am. Nation
Riviera, Nation Towers
(02 611 0909). 9Chamas Bar This is a
low-lit, cosy bar inside
the bustling Brazilian
churrascaria. A popular spot
for those those looking for
a nice drink in a mellow
environment pre-meal.
O Open daily 6pm-1.30am.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi,King Abdullah Bin Abdul
Aziz Al Saud Street
(02 666 6888). 9 ££Chameleon Terrace
A quiet venue overlooking the
Grand Canal that’s ideal for
couples and small groups of
friends to relax in.
O Open daily 6pm-1am.
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Bain
Al Jessrain (02 654 3238).Cheers The place where
everybody knows your name,
bands play rock hits and
American beverages are
quaffed with gusto.
O Open daily 6pm-3am. Al Ain
Palace Hotel, Al Markaziyah
(02 599 6000).Cho Gao Classy South-East
Asian venue that’s won loads
of Time Out awards over the
years. Head here for good for
post-work beverages.
O Open Sat-Wed noon-
1am; Thu-Fri noon-2am.
Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Al
Markaziyah (02 616 6149). 9Cho Gao Marina Walk
A great terrace overlooking
the marina and a very cool
lounge bar inside, too.
O Open Sat-Wed noon-
1am; Thu-Fri noon-2am.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi,
King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al
Saud Street (02 666 6888).
★ Restaurant Bar ££Cinnabar An intimate venue
with upbeat tunes laid on by
the house DJs.
O Open Mon-Sat 10pm-
2.30am. Radisson Blu Hotel,
Abu Dhabi Corniche
(02 681 1900). 9Cipriani Come here for a
fancy night or just stop for
a beverage on your tour of
the busy marina. Ideal for a
pre-dinner drinks before an
intimate meal with friends.
O Open daily 6pm-midnight.
Yas Marina, Yas Island
(02 657 5400).Cooper’s Bar &
Restaurant A traditional
watering hole with a laid-back
atmosphere. Perfect for
watching the big game while
grabbing a bite to eat. There
are excellent happy hour
deals and ladies’ nights.
O Open daily noon-2.30am.
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi,
Khalifa Park Area
(02 657 3333). ££
★★ Pub of the YearCouture Lounge Cool and
classy night spot providing
the ideal weekend unwind.
Extensive, but pricey, drinks
menu big on bubbly.
O Open daily 5pm-1am.
Marriott Hotel Al Forsan,Khalifa City (02 201 4000).De La Costa If you’re
looking for a respite from
pubs, head here for an
outdoor session.
O Open Sun-Wed 5pm-
midnight; Thu 5pm-2am; Fri
noon-2am; Sat noon-midnight.
Saadiyat Beach Club, Saadiyat
Island (02 656 3500). 9Eclipse Terrace Lounge
A stunning terrace pool-side
spot with sprawling views
across the Al Maryah waters.
O Open Sat-Wed noon-
midnight; Thu-Fri noon-1am.
Four Seasons Hotel Abu
Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
(02 333 2222). ££Empire Yas Bar A classy
bar that sits over the Yas
Marina Circuit. Check out the
regular themed nights.
O Open Mon-Fri 10pm-
3.30pm. Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi,
Yas Island (050 501 5052).
9 ★ NewcomerFadó Irish Pub &
Restaurants A casual Irish
pub with a folk jam on a
Tuesday, live music nights and
weekend happy hours. Decent
grub on offer, too.
O Open Sun-Thu noon-2am,
Fr-Sat noon-3am. Oryx Hotel, Al
Khalidiyah (02 692 2219). ££Filini Garden A super-cool
hangout with a huge range of
drinks and food served on the
stunning terrace. Has regular
DJs playing and good deals
throughout the week.
O Open Sat-Wed 5pm-1am;
Thu 5pm-3am; Fri noon-3am.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Yas Island
(02 656 2000). ★★
NewcomerGlo One of the more
sophisticated outdoor lounges
in the city, Glo is often full
but always comfortable.
Promotions also feature
throughout the week. O O p e n
Sat-Wed noon-1am, Thu-Fri
noon-2am. Rosewood Abu
Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
(02 813 5550).Hakkasan Terrace
A fantastically chic spot
outside the stunning
Cantonese restaurant with
regular DJ sets and a super
laidback vibe.
O Open Sat-Wed 6pm-
1.30am; Thu 6pm-2am;
Fri 4pm-2am. Hakkasan,
Emirates Palace, West
Corniche (02 690 9000).Havana Club Oozes Cuban
flair and the mix of the
weather, toe-tapping tunes
and laid-back way of life is
something we could all adopt.About these listings
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[email protected].9 Live music ££ Happy hour★★ 2018 Time Out Abu Dhabi
Music & Nightlife Awards winner
★ 2018 highly commended in
the Music & Nightlife AwardsBelgian Café Yas Islandnoon-1am. Al Ain Palace Hotel,
Al Markaziyah
(056 415 8911). ££Annex This super trendy
three-story social space is
perfect for every mood. Party
to live sets from international
DJs in the ANNEX Club, play
a game of pool in the ANNEX
lounge and chill by the fire pit
on the rooftop terrace.O Open Thu-Fri 6pm-11pm
(rooftop), 10pm-4am (club
and lounge). The Abu Dhabi
EDITION, Al Bateen
(02 208 0000).Appaloosa A sporty bar with
quirky food and beverages.
Boasting a terrace and
reasonable prices – it’s a
good hangout for friends.
O Open daily noon-3am.
Marriott Hotel Al Forsan,
Khalifa City (02 201 4131). ££Azura Panoramic Lounge
A swish terrace that’s ideal
for watching the sunset over
the Arabian Gulf from The St.
Regis Abu Dhabi.
O Open Sun-Thu 11am-
midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-1am.
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi,
Nation Towers
(02 694 4553).Barfly by Buddha-Bar
This cool space has a fizzing
atmosphere, great service and
laid-back music.
O Open Sun-Wed 6pm-2am,
Thu 6pm-3am, Fri 4pm-3am,
Sat 4pm-1am. Venetian
Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu
Dhabi, Grand Canal
(02 408 7201).Belgian Café Abu Dhabi56-57 TOAD_1816_M&NListings_10677750.indd 56 21/04/2019 01:03:30 PM