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The suhoor menus feature Ramadan hot and cold favourites and usually go up to 3am in most restaurants Image Credit: Barouk/Supplied

Start strong and refreshed for your daily fast at these great venues in Abu Dhabi.

1. Layali El Hilmiya Tent

Enjoy a specially crafted a la carte suhoor menu with a variety of food stations and live entertainment. Those who pop by for Iftar here can also watch the Uefa Euro 2016 matches being streamed.

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Location Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi, Shaikh Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi Cost Dh175 per person Timings 8.30pm to 3am Contact +971 2 674 2020

2. Ritz Carlton

Check out the suhoor menu at the Ramadan tent in Ritz Carlton. While dining, enjoy the sounds of the oud and kanoun. Shisha, board games and TV screens will also be available for diners.

Location Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal Timings 7.30pm to 2am Cost Cover charge Dh85 on Thursday and Friday; Cover charge Dh65 from Saturday to Wednesday ; A la carte menu Contact +971 2 818 8282

3. Yas Viceroy

Skylite at Yas Viceroy is a rooftop lounge and you can enjoy both iftar and suhoor at this great venue. Arabian traditional dishes will be served in an a la carte menu during the month of Ramadan.

Location Yas Viceroy, Yas Marina Timings 8pm to 2am Cost A la carte (no minimum spend) Contact +971 2 656 0600

4. Emirates Palace

With cosy enclaves to enjoy time with friends and family throughout the month of Ramadan and a large open dining area for Iftar buffets, a separate lounge area and private majlis, guests can enjoy the best traditional dishes. 

The a la carte suhoor menu features signature dishes and traditional delicacies through live cooking and carving stations to suit every palate, a selection of continental delicacies and an assortment of desserts.



Location Emirates Palace Cost A la carte (Minimum spend Dh150) Timings 10pm to 2am Contact +971 2 690 7999 Email restaurants@emiratespalace.ae

5. Eastern Mangroves by Anantara

The a la carte suhoor menu at Eastern mangroves features Arabian traditional dishes. The venue offers spectacular views of the  Eastern Mangrove Lagoon National Park, which protects a unique marine eco-system.

Location Eastern Mangroves Hotel and Spa, Shaikh Zayed Bin Sulthan Street Cost A la carte menu (minimum spend Dh100) Timings 10pm to 3am Contact +971 2 656 1000

6. Al Dar Restaurant

Open from 4pm to 10pm, settle down leisurely for your suhoor meal at the Al Dar Restaurant. The menu features oriental cuisine and specially crafted Arabic dishes prepared by executive chef Abdul Monam. The highlights include mixed grill items fresh from the BBQ, a wide variety of lamb stews in okra, and green beans and dry white beans.

Location Emirates Park Zoo and Resort, Abu Dhabi - Dubai highway Cost Dh40 per person Timings 12am to 3am Contact +971 2 563 3100

7. Sambusek

Serving up authentic Lebanese cuisine, Sambusek has a set Ramadan menu available for suhoor and iftar. It is a great venue for small or large groups of people to relax and dine.

Location Rosewood Abu Dhabi  Al Maryah Island Timings 10pm to 1am Cost A la carte (minimum spend Dh150) Contact +971 2 813 5552

8. Khaymat Al Barouk

Located at the terrace of Barouk Restaurant, this is a prime Yas Island destination this Ramadan. Overlooking the golf course and the city’s skyline, the tent will offer, in addition to Barouk’s extensive menu, a Ramadan inspired a la carte menu featuring the holy month’s favourites.

Location Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Yas Island Timings 8pm to 3am Cost Cover charge of Dh30 (including nuts and dried fruits) A la carte menu Contact +971 2 656 3000