If you’re staying in Abu Dhabi this Christmas with the family, then it’s important that you pick the right brunch. You don’t want to take the kids to an over-21’s party mistake, do you?
We’ve picked what we think are the five best family-friendly brunches happening in Abu Dhabi this Christmas.
1. Safina
Christmas on the beach at one of Abu Dhabi’s most luxurious spots seems too good to be true. Well, it is, and it’s great for the whole family.
Safina offers a special children’s club where they can make new friends and enjoy a range of activities. Mum and dad, meanwhile, can take full advantage of BBQ grills and the carving station and enjoy some of the best turkey and seafood in town.
Location Saadiyat Beach Club When December 25 Timings 1pm to 4pm Cost per person Dh275 with soft drinks; Dh375 with house drinks; Dh475 with bubbles. Children under 6-years eat free Contact Safina
2. Flavours
If you want to take the family into the heart of the city then you can’t go far wrong with the Sheraton. This Christmas, you can enjoy a selection of seafood such as lobster and mussels, while meat-lovers will be inundated with choice at the grill station with venison, lamb, goose and turkey.
Location Sheraton, Corniche When December 25 Timings 12.30pm to 3.30pm Cost per person Dh265 with soft drinks’ Dh 345 with house drinks; Dh120 for children aged 6 to 12; Children under 6 eat free Contact Flavours
3. Ginger
Ginger has pulled out all the stops to ensure the kids have a Christmas to remember. They can marvel at the magician, enjoy face painting and the bouncy castle, join in the choir and receive gifts from Santa.
Parents can let them get on it with it as they tuck into a delicious roast dinner from the live carvery stations.
Location Park Rotana, Khalifa Park When December 25 Timings 12.30pm to 4pm Cost per person Dh175 with soft drinks; Dh260 with house drinks; Dh115 children aged 6 to 12; Children under 6 eat free Contact Ginger
4. Aqua
The Rosewood on Maryah Island makes for a classy location this Christmas. Celebrate the day in style and elegance at Aqua, one of the city’s top restaurants. You can enjoy a variety of Christmas classics such as turkey and other meats, and traditional vegetables. Save room for cheese and dessert!
Location Rosewood, Al Maryah Island When December 25 Timings 12.30pm to 4pm Cost per person Dh350 for food only; Dh550 with house drinks; Dh175 children aged 6 to 12; Children under 5 eat free Contact Aqua
5. Fairways
Why not celebrate Christmas with a golfing twist? Take the family for brunch at Fairways at The Westin. There you can be serenade with Christmas carols by The Westin choir while you take on the set menu. Children can enjoy a clown, a magician, face painting, a bouncy castle and, as you wold expect, a visit from Santa Claus himself.
Location Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa When December 25 Timings 12.30pm to 4pm Cost per person Dh420 with soft drinks; Dh520 with house drinks; Dh620 with bubbles; Children Dh305 Contact Fairways
