These are the best places to get a roast dinner in Abu Dhabi
Whether you're craving crispy roast potatoes, perfectly pink sirloin, or a Yorkshire pud the size of your head, the capital's roast dinner game is on point.
From old-school pub favourites to beachfront bites with a twist, these are the city's most mouth-watering Sunday roasts. Bring your appetite (and maybe some stretchy trousers) – this is your ultimate guide to the best places to get your roast on.
Aqua
Sundays are for roast lovers, and Aqua plates up tradition with style. Think expertly carved meats and poultry, crispy potatoes, seasonal veggies, Yorkshire pudding, and gravy – served with sweeping city views for the ultimate weekend wind-down.
Sun 1pm-4pm. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island. rosewoodhotels.com, (02 813 5520).
Atlon
Sundays at Atlon are serving serious vibes with the Soulful Sunday Roast dinner and afternoon quiz. Tuck into a hearty roast (or go for chicken & waffles or shrimp & grits), sip on two drinks for just Dhs99, and stick around for the pub-style quiz hosted by Radio 1's Sonya Mac from 4pm.
There's even a free-flow upgrade, kids' menu, happy hour drinks, and special mixed drinks to keep things lively.
From Dhs99. Sundays from 2pm. Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Shangri-La Abu Dhabi. atlon.ae, (055 780 0086).
Broadway
Sundays get the full spotlight at Broadway, Emirates Palace. Indulge in a theatrical roast with oysters, sirloin, Yorkshire puds, and a tart tatin finale—served with live entertainment and a splash of 1920s flair. It's more than a meal, it's a showstopper.
From Dhs295. Sundays. Broadway, Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental (02 690 7999, mandarinoriental.com).
Central
Crank up your Sunday with Central's Roast n' Roll. From 12pm to 10pm, dig into a hearty roast while live music sets the mood from 1pm to 4pm. It's a rockin' Sunday for the whole family, with Dhs135 for adults and Dhs85 for kids.
Good food, great tunes, and bowling vibes – what more do you need?
Dhs135 adults, Dhs85 kids. Sun 12pm-10pm. Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, (04 423 8311).
Lock Stock & Barrel
Sundays, sorted. From 2pm to 10pm, tuck into the ultimate roast at LSB –complete with unlimited Yorkshire puddings – for just Dhs90. With live sport streaming on the screens, it's the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with your crew.
Dhs90. Sun 2pm-10pm. Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, solutions-leisure.com, (04 423 8308).
Ma Buckley's
Weekend cravings? Ma Buckley's has you sorted with their iconic Sunday roast. Choose between classic roast beef or chicken, piled high with all the trimmings: mash, roasties, stuffing, honey-glazed carrots and parsnips, signature gravy, and a giant Yorkshire pud. Plus, it comes with a house drink all for just Dhs109.
Dhs109. Sat & Sun 12pm-8pm. Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Al Khor St, Rabdan, mabuckleys.com, (02 642 8600).
McCafferty's
Credit: McCafferty's
Sundays are so tasty at McCafferty's. Their classic carvery is loaded with all the good stuff – roast beef, turkey, gammon, and nut roast, served with Yorkshire puds, roasties, seasonal veg, and lashings of gravy. It's comfort food with Irish charm, perfect for a laid-back Sunday feast.
Dhs199 (carvery, soup and dessert). Sun 12pm-8pm. Yas Bay, Yas Island, mccaffertysyas.com, (058 598 3623).
Nalu
Swap your sofa for sea views with the Sunday Roast at Nalu Restaurant & Lounge. Tuck into Wagyu brisket, chicken supreme, or sea bream with unlimited sides, rich gravy and a choice of dessert – plus two half-pints of hops to keep things breezy. It's a laid-back afternoon with a live DJ and wave-watching included.Dhs160 (main, unlimited sides, dessert and two half-pints of hops).
Sun 1pm-4pm. Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Al Hudayriyat Island. reservations@nalusurfclubuae.com. @nalu_restaurant, surfabudhabi.com/nalu, (02 419 8509).
PJ O'Reilly's
PJ O'Reilly's at Le Méridien Abu Dhabi serves up a no-frills, flavour-packed Sunday roast that's perfect for a laid-back family day out. Expect roast beef, pork belly, and garlic thyme chicken done right – simple, satisfying, and unlimited.
Dhs95 (unlimited roast), Dhs75 (unlimited selected beverages), Dhs75 (kids aged 6-12). Sundays, 1pm-5pm. PJ O'Reilly's, Le Méridien Abu Dhabi. (02 644 6666).
The Keg Room
Sundays are for roasts and The Keg Room delivers. From the kitchen to your cravings, tuck into a hearty roast plated fresh and served with a smile. Kids under 10 eat free with every roast ordered, so bring the whole gang and make a day of it.
Sun 12-5pm. Precinct A Al Dar, Al Zeina. @thekegroom.ae (056 410 4101).
Stars N Bars
Choose between roast chicken, beef, or go all in with the 'All About The Roast' plate – stacked with beef, chicken, and veal sausage. Each comes with all the classic sides, with the option to upgrade to premium extras.
Pair it with waterfront views, a laid-back vibe, and you've got your new weekend ritual sorted.
From Sat-Sun. Emporium Bldg, Yas Marina, starsnbars.ae, (02 565 0101).
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