Counting down the last few minutes of the year is always better than counting calories!
Team Yalla has curated the most epic NYE parties and brunches for you to exit 2022 and enter 2023 in full gastronomic glory.
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Nahaam and SOLE promise to send off the year in the grandest manner possible. Both the swanky poolside restaurants are combining to serve a wonderful evening brunch. DJ and live band aside, expect carnival dancers on board to shake a leg. As you devour the culinary delights, this is the best way to send off the year! Call 02 811 5666
The Abu Dhabi EDITION The ANNEX
Countdown Glitter Party is the place to be seen this New Year’s Eve. Celebrate with undisrupted views of the Corniche fireworks from the ANNEX Rooftop, light bites and bubbles galore. A live DJ spinning classic, old school, hip hop, RnB and pop classics will keep you going long past midnight and into the early hours of 2023. Call 02 208 0000
W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island
The B.I.G.-gest countdown to 2023 ensures that the rest of your year only gets bigger! Bid farewell to old habits with a free flow of grape and house beverages, divine lobster and infinite oysters. Post the B.I.G Gala, you also gain access to W Lounge’s iconic after-brunch bash. Call 02 656 0000
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
The Sparkling Soirée at Oléa features a grand New Year’s Eve buffet that presents delicious, international delicacies while guests get to sway to the sounds of a talented, three-piece band. Indulge in an eclectic dining experience and upgrade to your package to a one with premium beverages. Reservations required. Call 02 498 8443
The St. Regis Abu Dhabi
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with your beloved ones over a memorable dinner at the beachfront venue, Cabana Beach Bar & Grill. Indulge in a wide variety of delicious delicacies spread on the buffet and enjoy a limitless fine collection of beverages and be dazzled by the spectacular performance from the extraordinary 5-piece band overlooking the capital’s skyline. Call 02 694 4553
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
Turtle Bay Bar & Grill is adding some much-needed flavour to your year-end celebrations with a scrumptious New Year’s Eve set menu. The five-course meal offers the finest selection of seasonal dishes paired with the best premium beverages and music for an unforgettable night that could continue till the break of dawn at Hamilton’s Gastropub. Call 02 697 0000
Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi
Welcome to a night of adults-only debauchery at the Palace View Terrace. Fittingly open from 9pm to 2am, toast the New Year and soak in the shimmering West Corniche and palace views. Complete with a dance floor and live entertainment, bid farewell to 2022 in a glittering night filled with glorious moments. Call 02 510 1234
Marriott Downtown
Take your New Year’s celebrations to another level AT25. Say goodbye to 2022 with a live DJ, impressively crafted mixed drinks, refreshing atmosphere and a countdown to the New Year at your favourite downtown rooftop bar. From 8.30pm to 3am. Call 02 304 7777
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort
Ring in the brand-New Year with friends and family at The Lounge, the resort’s breathtaking rooftop terrace lounge. There is no better way to welcome the New Year than with views of the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf. Until 2am, guests can savour gourmet flavours from a spectacularly crafted menu with their favourite beverages. Call 02 811 4342
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
A Thai style New Year is definitely a unique way to send off 2022. Opt for Benjarong’s Thai New Year’s Eve and savour the unique combination of passion and tradition. The five-course dinner menu is designed to let you experience the authentic flavours of Thai cuisine. Call 02 698 8137
Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort
New Year’s Eve countdowns are so much better when delectable dishes accompany it. Head with family and friends to this gala dinner buffet at Flavours and savour a variety of international cuisine. Finish off with irresistible sweets as the live entertainment keeps the party mood going from 7pm to 11pm. Call 055 367 5083
Rosewood Abu Dhabi
Looking for a classy yet unique spin on sending off 2022? Experience delicious elegance with the Gala Yum Cha celebrations at Dai Pai Dong. Which also gives you free access to the glamorous Masquerade Party at Glo later! If friends and fun are on the menu, head for Juniper ‘O clock at Hidden Bar. If a stately culinary time is what you seek, the impeccable New Year’s Eve Gala Affair at Aqua with stunning waterfront views is just the ticket. Call 02 813 5550
Marriott Al Forsan
From 7pm until the New Year, there is an option for a sizzling countdown that elevates your New Year’s Eve celebrations at The Grill. Carve your way through a curated set menu of prime cuts and succulent BBQ as you toast to new beginnings with friends and loved ones. Call 02 201 4000
Radisson Blu Abu Dhabi
Usher in 2023 at Hemingway’s where a cheerful ambience and amazing live entertainment await. Raise a glass to the best times ahead at this authentic English pub that serves rich beverage offerings and all-time favourite ala carte dishes, all available from 8pm till midnight. Call 02 692 4999
Radisson Blu Al Ain
The very first brunch of 2023 should definitely be one full of flavours. Sample the lavish buffet spread of the freshest salads, tender meats, seafood, bread rolls, and desserts from 1pm to 4pm for the most peaceful way to bring in the year. Call 056 6853832
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Bring your best ‘60s to ‘90s formals game to this New Year’s Eve Gala! Featuring a tantalising buffet with live stations, live music and DJ and kids soft play area, an epic time awaits. There is also a wide variety of free-flowing beverages plus a complimentary sparkling toast at midnight. If that wasn’t enough, you can also witness the fireworks nearby on the Dolphin Lawn. Call 056 660 8780 or email dining.sbgc@viyagolf.com
COYA Abu Dhabi
As always, COYA Abu Dhabi can be counted on for a vibrant Peruvian party. With the who’s who of the music, social, and culinary industry expected, the stunning venue is pulling out all the stops to make the countdown to 2023 epic! With a Golden Inca Empire theme, get your best costumes on and toast to a fabulous year ahead. Call 02 306 7000
Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Start 2022 on a high note over a celebratory brunch with friends and family on New Year’s Day. Block your schedule from 12.30pm to 4pm in advance and set the right precedent for the coming year, with good food and great company. Call 02 404 3077
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
Views, the best breakfast to rescue your soul after the previous night, and good company is all you need. Head to the terrace from 11am to 2pm for the ultimate brunch. Dig into the all-time favourite breakfast including eggs benedict, freshly made waffles with berries, a selection of fresh smoothies and more while listening to a laid-back live band. There’s something to keep young guests occupied too. Call 050 757 4808
Le Meridien Abu Dhabi
Style, delectable food and front row seats to the Al Maryah Island fireworks are all you need for an epic New Year’s Eve Brunch. Head to Mykonos for the freshest seafood, juicy meat cuts and grills, and to finish off, some of the sweetest desserts in town. Toast the coming year with a selection of licensed beverages, while you enjoy live entertainment as well as exciting raffle draws. Call 050 785 2320
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
This NYE opt for the Fire & Ice themed buffet by the gorgeous poolside, surrounded by lush gardens. On the hot side the food is served with a live fire show, while the cold section will feature ice figures, and serve the freshest catch of the day. Welcome 2023 in style while watching the spectacular fireworks display at Yas Bay. Call 02 208 6900
The WB Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton
As the curtains close on an eventful 2022, head for a brilliant Masquerade Dinner Party at The Director’s Club. The last shot of the day in the movies is called the Mixed Shot, which of course has inspired the last dinner of the year to come accompanied by a glass of the signature drink. Talk about welcoming the new year in style. Call 02 692 7742
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi
Dine and dance the night away at The Beach Garden with an endless spread and a live DJ set. Indulge in sushi or oriental flavours, or some soup and salad to kick off the feast. Explore delicious international dishes for the mains and ring in the New Year with a cake, warm pudding and mixed drinks. Call 02 697 9186
Park Rotana Abu Dhabi
Welcome the New Year with a black-and-white-themed gala dinner at Teatro. Featuring a stunning buffet, make your way through different stations complemented by a great selection of signature mixed drinks, this will be an exciting way to welcome the new year. Live entertainment will double the fun! Call 02 657 3317
Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana Abu Dhabi
Delightful cuisine, excellent drinks, stirring music and the company of your loved ones makes for the best kind of New Year’s Eve – all at Kamoon. The Arabic cuisine inspired dinner gets livelier with music and dance as well as a DJ and live singers. Call 02 657 0000
Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi
Make your way to Cyan Brasserie for an exceptional New Year’s Eve dinner. Wind up the year with an extravagant selection of food and drinks, live music, and spectacular views over the city and the Gulf. Starting 7pm, expect a nine-course set menu, free-flowing beverages, a glamorous ambiance, and impressive entertainment for the best 2023. Call 056 544 8158
Pearl Rotana Capital Centre The Warehouse
New Year’s Eve celebration has always been popular and full of good vibes. This year, it gets bigger and better than ever, featuring delicious signature tapas and sharing experiences. The addition of a live Spanish singer and guitarist takes it to the next level. Call 02 307 555
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