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At Nobu’s bar enjoy one of the place’s signature fruity cocktails – the Cucumber Martini and Gimlet are two faves – or keep it traditionally Japanese with sake. Image Credit: Supplied picture

Nobu
As sleek and stylish as the restaurant itself, at Nobu’s bar enjoy one of the place’s signature fruity cocktails – the Cucumber Martini and Gimlet are two faves – or keep it traditionally Japanese and sip on sake, while you enjoy delicious sushi from the bar menu.
Location Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
Timing Daily, 6pm-1am
Tel 04 426 2626

Senyar
This party people fave is always buzzing come 6pm on a Thursday, when the city floods in to enjoy the comp margaritas for ladies and soul, funk and house music. Plus, you’re guaranteed a different drinks deal on most nights.
Location Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, Dubai
Timing Sun-Wed 5pm-1.30pm; Thu 5pm-2.30am; Fri 4pm-2.30am
Tel 04 399 4141

The Jazz Bar and Dining
Enjoy some sophistication this weekend and head down to the Hilton Abu Dhabi’s Jazz Bar for the soothing sounds of their in-house six-piece jazz band, over a few platefuls of delicious bar snacks. And during the week, the bar has a ladies night on a Monday, so girls can enjoy red, white and sparkling grape on the house.
Location Hilton Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Timing Daily 7pm-12.30am
Tel 02 681 1900
 

Cuban Bar
If you’re looking for a little bit of Cuba in Dubai, the Hilton’s Cuban Bar has a traditional feel that’s sure to satisfy. Head to the bar for an after-dinner night cap, or make an evening of it by ordering from the varied tapas menu and enjoying your meal with some of the bar’s signature beverages.
Location Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Dubai
Timing Daily 6.30pm-11.30
Tel 04 318 2530
 

Hunter’s B&R
The perfect spot to catch up with friends after work, this casual but bustling – and recently renovated – bar, plays all the latest sporting action on its big-screen TVs and has a totally new menu, which will tempt you with delicious mains and enticing nibbles, best enjoyed with friends at the end of the working week.
Location Mafraq Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Timing Daily 12pm-2.30am
Tel 02 659 2666