Set against breath-taking views of the marina and home to a curated collection of dining and vibrant nightlife, Yas Marina is the place to be for those craving the glitz and glamour of the 2021FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX. With thousands of fans from near and far set to descend on Yas Marina, here are the ultimate hotspots for dining and entertainment taking place from Thursday December 9 to Sunday December 12.
Race Weekend pit-stops for every taste
Open to all, Yas Marina is the ultimate choice for revellers wanting to immerse themselves in the capital’s best-in-class dining experiences. Guests are advised to book in advance to guarantee their seat at one of the dining outlets during Race Weekend.
Iris, the trendy yet unconventional lounge,is the go-to place for good vibes.Packed with delicious cuisine, artisan beverages, great views and smooth music, the popular lounge will offer guests brunch packages everyday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm for AED 450 per person with a Ladies Special for just AED 300. As the evening approaches, the casual lounge turns into one of Abu Dhabi’s chicest nightlife venues with an unmissable line-up of resident DJs and international artist performances on the purpose-built outdoor stage. Tables can be pre-booked with a starting minimum spend of AED 5,000.
For bookings and reservations, please visit https://www.irisabudhabi.com/or call 055 160 5636.
Indulge in exquisite Italian dishes at Cipriani, while watching the races and listening to the hottest mixes by DJ Fracasso. With no minimum spend on Thursdays, Cipriani is offering diners two-hour bookings throughout Race Weekend with an AED 800 minimum spend from 12:00pm to 5:00 pm and an AED 1,400 minimum spend from 5:00 pm to 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays. With a minimum spend of AED 1,400, on Sundays, guests can look forward to experiencing simple Italian food cooked to perfection, Cipriani style. All packages are subject to a 10 percent service charge.
For bookings and reservations, please visit https://ciprianiyasisland.com/ or call 02 657 5400.
Get ready for a fun-filledF1 Brunch at Stars ‘N’ Barsthis Race Weekend! Indulge in American and Tex-Mex style comfort cuisine while enjoying stunning views and the buzzing energy of the marina running daily from 12:00 pm to 5:00 am. On Friday, guests can enjoy two brunch packages available at AED 299 and AED 349 at the Friday Practice Brunch running from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. With unmissable entertainment set to run from 5:00 pm till late, guests can indulge in the ‘drunch’ beverage package available for AED 195 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Guests who love to party can stop by this Abu Dhabi institution where good times are always guaranteed to enjoy live entertainment by Gorgeous George running on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 pm till late.
A sensational experience awaits at the famous Stardeck. Partygoers are in for a memorable night at Bagatelle this Race Weekend. Bringing French cuisine to Yas Marina on December 11, guests can hit the dance floor as DJ Emir and DJ Tim Davis spin the hottest tunes from 3:00 pm till 11:00 pm. The celebrations will continue into the early hours with favourite signature dishes and cocktails on hand to keep revellers going throughout the night.
In true Blue Marlin style, dance throughout the day and watch as the energy level turns up, when night falls and the dance floor comes alive, in the only way that a Blue Marlin party can. Guests can satisfy their appetite with delicious and fresh Mediterranean food as they enjoy a stellar line up of entertainment on Sunday running from 3:00 pm to 2:00 am. For bookings and reservations, please visit https://abudhabi.starsnbars.ae/ or call 02 565 0101.
Famed for its lively atmosphere, sensational seafood dishes and unobstructed berth views, Aquarium is always a popular dining spot throughout Race Week; known for its Formula 1®àla carte intercontinental menu. Book in advance and celebrate the thrill of Formula 1®while feasting on delicious seafood brunch packages available from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. For bookings and reservations, please visit https://www.aquariumyasmarina.com/ or call 050 696 9357.
Serving mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine, Diablito is the perfect spot to sip on house beverages while watching the sunset and yachts. This Race Weekend, guests can indulge in a delectable àla carte menu available from 12:00 pm to 1:00 am from Thursday to Sunday. For bookings and reservations, please visit https://www.facebook.com/diablitoyasmarina/?fref=ts or call 02 565 1175.
The Scene offers the ultimate gastropub experience serving British classics with a retro twist. This Race Weekend, guests from far and wide can indulge in a delectable àla carte menu available daily from 1:00 pm to 1:00 am. For bookings and reservations, please call 050 797 0331.
Prepare to get carried away this Race Weekend with the return of Mr. Miyagi’s! Reopening its doors for the season’s biggest event, the colourful, casual outlet is without a doubt one of the liveliest restaurants in Abu Dhabi. Karaoke lovers can indulge in Asian street food with a scrumptious brunch running from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm on Thursday and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Prices are fixed at AED 249 for crew members and teachers, AED 279 for ladies and AED 299 for gentlemen throughout Race Weekend. For bookings and reservations, please call 02 565 1150.
A Cuban restaurant, like no other, with a chilled Latin vibe and a special cocktail menu created by legendary DinosConstantinides, Casa De Cuba is reopening its doors at Yas Marina for Race Weekend! With a not-to-miss ‘drunch’, guests can experience a variety of Latino-inspired dishes and cocktails on Thursdays from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm with standard and premium packages priced at AED 299 and AED 399. On Friday, revellers can spend AED 299 for the standard package and AED 399 for the premium package and enjoy unlimited cocktails and Cuban cuisine. Running from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, guests can opt for the standard package priced at AED 399 or the premium package for AED 499. For bookings and reservations, please call 056 742 7435.
