Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi is pulling out all the stops this festive season, with special menus across its seven restaurants and bars on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve.
Christmas Eve
Benihana
Famed American-Japanese restaurant Benihana will be entertaining families and friends this Christmas Eve with live Teppanyaki cooking. Alongside seats directly in front of Benihana’s skilled chefs as they prepare sushi, sashimi, makimono, steaks and more, Christmas Eve will be made all the more special for guests with a number of exclusive dishes.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm: 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Brauhaus
Authentic German bar Brauhaus will be offering à la carte signatures like currywurst and schnitzel alongside special dishes this Christmas Eve. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Finz
Guests can book in for the seafood meal traditionally enjoyed on Christmas Eve at the award-winning Finz this year. The full à la carte menu, including signature dishes like the salmon ceviche and salted fish, plus an exclusive festive menu, will be available to order. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Indigo
Indigo is offering guests a culinary adventure through India with Thali specials for Christmas Eve lunch, and à la carte dishes as well as special menu items exclusively available during the festive season for dinner. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Prego’s
Chef Antonino is offering guests an authentic taste of Italy for Christmas Eve, with à la carte dishes as well as special menu items. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Rodeo Grill
Guests can make their Christmas Eve spectacular with Rodeo Grill’s famed steak tartare and signature Tomahawks. Special dishes for the festive season will also be available.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. 1pm to midnight. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Trader Vic’s
Mark the night before Christmas with Polynesian plates – including special festive options – at Trader Vic’s.
Tuesday December 24, 6pm to 11pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Christmas Day
Benihana
Experience Benihana’s legendary Teppanyaki cooking show, and exquisite food dishes, over a casual Christmas Day lunch this December 25. Special dishes will be available to order on the day.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Brauhaus
German bar and restaurant Brauhaus will be offering both à la carte and special dishes for a laidback Christmas Day meal. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Finz
Overlooking the waters of Al Maryah Island, guests can make the most of Finz’ spectacular location with a Christmas Day meal of à la carte and special plates on the outdoor terrace. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Indigo
Guests can book in to try Indigo’s thali specials, à la carte dishes and exclusive festive plates this Christmas Day. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Prego’s
Celebrate Christmas Day the Italian way with à la carte and special plates at Prego’s. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Rodeo Grill
Meat-lovers can book a table at Rodeo Grill on Christmas Day to try à la carte dishes and special menu items.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Trader Vic’s
Polynesian restaurant and bar Trader Vic’s will be open on Christmas Day for diners enjoying the à la carte and special menus.
Wednesday December 25, 1pm to 6pm. À la carte menu; no minimum spend.
Kids’ activities
Café Colombia
Santa will be in town for a special photo session at Café Colombia between December 15 and December 24. Father Christmas will be in his chair daily between 3pm and 9pm, so you and your little ones can make special memories, with every child given a special festive treat.
Sunday December 15 to Tuesday December 24, 3pm to 9pm.
Turkey Takeaway
For guests who want to dine at home over the festive season, Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi will be offering takeaway turkey options. Priced at AED 600, the festive feast includes a 7kg turkey brined for 24 hours before being slow roasted with butter basting and festive herbs, to be served with apple and sausage stuffing, whipped mash potato, roasted new potatoes, brussel sprout & chestnut sauté, glazed carrots and roasted parsnips. Serving up to seven guests, the takeaway also includes turkey giblet gravy, classic cranberry & orange jus, and a 500g stollen for after dinner.
At Café Columbia, guests can also browse festive retail offerings including the Beach Rotana’s famed panettone, gourmet chocolates and artisanal cookies.
Available between Thursday December 5 and Tuesday January 7, 2025. Takeaway turkey orders must be placed at least 48 hours in advance; desserts from Café Columbia are available à la carte.
New Year’s Eve
Gala Dinner
Hosted at the Central Garden, the Beach Rotana’s gala dinner will be a New Year’s Eve to remember. The spectacular buffet will include live stations for oysters and chilled seafood, sushi and sashimi, foie gras, grilled meats and seafood, an array of cheeses, Italian dishes, carvery, and live Arabic grills. Guests can also order from the live nitro ice cream station. The adults-only extravaganza will have a live DJ for guests on the dance floor, as well as front-row seats to the fireworks display on Al Maryah Island.
AED1,500 per person. Tuesday December 31, 8pm to midnight. Pre-payment required. Dress code: Elegant resort attire is requested – tailored trousers and shirts with sleeves and collar for gentlemen.
Al Shorfa
Al Shorfa’s outdoor terrace will be open this New Year’s Eve for guests looking to enjoy Arabic plates and a casual atmosphere. Hubbly Bubbly will also be available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Benihana
See 2024 out with a culinary show at American-Japanese restaurant Benihana, which will be open until midnight on New Year’s Eve.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Brauhaus
German bar Brauhaus will be offering signature dishes as well as special festive plates on New Year’s Eve. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Finz
Guests can indulge with a seafood feast at Finz this New Year’s Eve. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Adults only, minimum spend of AED950. Pre-payment is required.
Indigo
An Indian feast of à la carte dishes and special menu items awaits at Indigo this New Year’s Eve. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Prego’s
Ring in 2025 with an Italian meal at Prego’s, with à la carte dishes and a selection of special menu items available. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Rodeo Grill
Guests can welcome 2025 with a meat feast at Rodeo Grill, with both à la carte and special menu items available.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Adults only, minimum spend of AED450. Pre-payment is required.
The Garden
Beach Rotana’s newly-reopened outdoor terrace The Garden will be inviting guests to experience their new menu and festive specials for New Year’s Eve.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Minimum spend of AED450 for adults, and AED250 for children. Pre-payment is required.
Trader Vic’s
Celebrate the start of a New Year with a Polynesian feast and tiki drinks at Trader Vic’s.
Tuesday December 25, 7pm to midnight. Adults only, minimum spend of AED450. Pre-payment is required.
Orthodox Christmas
Essence
Mark January 7 with a festive feast at Essence. Guests can expect a sumptuous buffet paired with either soft drinks or house beverages.
AED195 (soft drinks), AED295 (alcohol package). Tuesday January 7, 2025, 12.30pm to 3.30pm.
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, +971 2 697 9000
