Ilios is *the* place to be in Abu Dhabi this summer
Set inside Surf Abu Dhabi on Hudayriyat Island, high-end restaurant and beach club Ilios offers a chic, Mediterranean-inspired escape that will remind you of Greece.
Whether you're out on a date or playing catch-up with your besties, the elegant indoor setting lets you stay cool, especially with those dreamy pool views. If the vibes haven't impressed you yet, the Greek Mediterranean flavours definitely will. Here's everything happening in June…
Night swim magic
Now there's even more reason to swing by as Ilios is turning up the charm with a new Friday experience that's too tempting to miss.
Every Friday from 4pm to 7pm, Ilios hosts its new 'Because It's Her' ladies' day. Sip on free-flowing drinks for Dhs145, or go for the soft package at Dhs125, your call. Feeling peckish? Food's à la carte from the bar, so you can order whatever you're craving.
This experience includes access to the restaurant's temperature-controlled pool and unlimited selected drinks for three hours.
There's no reason to not head here and switch off, sip on something chilled and enjoy the curated beats floating through the air while soaking up the sunset.
And as the stars blanket the sky, you can cool down at the beautiful dining experience indoors. Have a relaxed dinner by the water and enjoy a range of delicious à la carte bites that will fuel you into the night.
Tuck into the catch of the day, a tender striploin or a simple Greek salad that's drizzled with olive oil (the really good stuff, obvi).
Whether you're in it for the golden-hour lounging, the poolside drinks, or a proper catch-up over food once the stars come out, Ilios makes the transition from day to night feel completely seamless.
You can reserve online or via 02 419 8508, or by DMing on @ilios.abudhabi.
Aegean Brunch
Ilios is putting its name on the map with its Aegean Brunch, where you get to sample the best of Greek cuisine at Ilios Beach Club with a four-course brunch, served sharing-style.
Dhs325 (soft package); Dhs450 (house package). Sundays 1pm-4pm. Book via sevenrooms.com.
After-brunch chill
When the brunch fun is over, head to the pool and stay longer to enjoy classic R&B tunes and two hours of free-flowing drinks.
Dhs99 (ladies, free flow drinks for two hours), Dhs 200 (gents, unlimited select drinks for two hours). Sundays 4pm-8pm. Book via WhatsApp.
Business lunch
A midweek treat with stunning views? Sign us up. Ilios serves up a great business lunch, where you pay Dhs145 for one starter and one main course; or Dhs180 for two starters and one main course or one starter, one main course and one dessert.
From Dhs145. Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm. Book via sevenrooms.com.
Pool days
Ilios is a great spot if you're just trying to chill poolside for the day. Views of surfers doing their thing, great food and stylish sunbeds – what's not to love? And as if that's not enough, the Dhs200 you pay for your sunbed is fully redeemable.
Dhs200 (fully redeemable). Daily 12pm-sunset.
See you there?
Open daily, noon-midnight. Ladies day: Every Friday 4pm to 7pm. Surf Abu Dhabi, Al Hudayriat Island. @ilios.abudhabi (02 419 8508).
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