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LPM Restaurant & Bar Abu Dhabi

About as elegant as they come, La Vie en Rosé Sunday brunch features chic cuisine and elegant cocktails that express LPM’s concept of sharing, Riviera-style. Say ‘oui’ to the iconic burrata, snails in garlic butter, grilled lamb cutlets and vanilla crème brulee. It’s one of the best for a reason. The Galleria, Al Maryah Island Abu Dhabi, Sun noon to 4.30pm, Dhs375 per person. Tel: (0)2 692 9600. @lpmabudhabi

Nahaam

The brunch at Nahaam presents the best of Blighty, including bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie, fish ‘n’ chips, and a carvery. Expect Union Jack bunting, live music and a Jubilee-style atmosphere every Saturday at the aptly named ‘Pardon My Brunch.’

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Sat 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs375 soft drinks, Dhs495 house drinks and Prosecco, Dhs795 bubbly. Tel: (0)2 811 5666. @pardonmybrunch

Oak Room

Delve into incredible cuisine from 7pm in this award-winning restaurant. Enjoy the smooth, dulcet tones of the live entertainment, with Oak Room’s signature sourdough and marmite butter before tucking into wagyu flank steak 6+, and pan seared black cod, accompanied by delicious triple cooked chips. The Abu Dhabi Edition, Al Bateen Marina, Sat 7pm to 11pm, Dhs345 soft drinks, Dhs465 house drinks, Dhs585 bubbly. Tel: (0)2 208 0000. @abudhabiedition

PJ O’Reilly’s

An oldie but a goodie, PJ’s long-standing Hog Fest brunch is not just tasty, it’s wallet-friendly too, with unlimited non-halal food platters, signature pub grub and free-flowing house drinks from Dhs225.

Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Street, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs225 house drinks. pjspubabudhabi.com

Sim Sim

Whoever said size doesn’t matter has clearly never visited Sim Sim’s Market Brunch. It features everything from Mexican to Italian, Indian tandoors, mezze, an enormous cheese station, and more. It’s organised chaos where drinks are topped up swiftly at tables and family fun ensues.

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs390 soft drinks, Dhs515 house drinks, Dhs615 premium drinks. Tel: (0)2 697 0000. rotana.com

Stills Restaurant & Bar

Make your way to Stills for their Saturday Daydream brunch complete with live music from singer Anastasia and free-flowing drinks. Yas Plaza Hotels, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Yas Island, Sat 4pm to 7pm, Dhs189 soft drinks, Dhs289 house drinks, Dhs349 bubbly, Dhs79 for children seven to 12 years. Under-sixes free. Tel: (0)2 656 3000. @stillsyasisland

St Regis Abu Dhabi

Marvel at an electrifying Champagne sabering ritual. Engage in an immersive rum tasting experience. Explore a dedicated homemade chocolate room. And feast on an almost overwhelming array of delicious international delicacies. This is The Project Brunch at the Terrace on the Corniche and it’s going to knock your brunching socks off.

St Regis Abu Dhabi, Sat 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs275 soft drinks, Dhs400 house drinks, Dhs550 bubbly. Tel: (0)2 694 4553. @stregisabudhabi

Uva

Chic new wine bar & lounge, UVA, located in Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, has launched an impressive Saturday evening brunch deal that includes three hours of free-flowing selected drinks, plus three choice dishes from the brunch food menu for Dhs249 per person.

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Sat 4pm to 8pm, Dhs249 with house drinks. Tel: (0)2 201 4131. marriottalforsanlife.com

The WB Abu Dhabi

New York favourites include truffle mac and cheese croquettes, old bay prawn po’ boys, followed by mains such as chargrilled Tomahawk steak carved tableside on a trolley, smoked beef brisket, grilled jumbo prawns and ending with New York cheesecake.

The WB Abu Dhabi, Curio Collection by Hilton, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs275 soft drinks, Dhs375 premium drinks, Dhs475 bubbly. Tel: (0)2 815 0000. @thewbabudhabi

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West Bay Lounge

Head to West Bay and enjoy the gastronomic revelry of a waterfront Saturday brunch. On the complex there’s a health club, and spa; a recently opened wave pool and lazy river combo; and a brand sparking new adventure playground with elevated rope-line assault course. Access to the West Bay leisure facilities comes free with the house and premium West Bay Lounge brunch packages. West Bay Lounge at West Bay Abu Dhabi, Corniche Rd, Al Bateen, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs249 soft drinks, Dhs379 house drinks, Dhs479 bubbly. Tel: (0)2 692 4375. @westbayabudhabi

Yas Island Rotana

This family-friendly retro-themed brunch extends all the way from Blue Grill to Choices restaurants and features several live cookings stations and a barbecue area. Plus, all guests enjoy pool access with brunch.

Yas Plaza Hotels, Yas Island Rotana, Sat 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs199 soft drinks, Dhs299 house drinks. Tel: (0)2 656 4000. @bluegrill_ yasislandrotana

Zuma

Incorporating all the best that Zuma has to offer, brunch kicks off with a selection of starters, including Zuma’s signature shrimp tempura, crispy fried squid, as well as an assortment of sashimi, nigiri and maki. Plus, options from the live robata cooking station.

Al Maryah Island, Sat 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs495 soft drinks, Dhs595 Prosecco, Dhs695 Champagne. Tel: (0)2 401 5900.

@zumaabudhabi

Address Boulevard

At the new Garden Artisan Brunch at Address Boulevard, Saturday brunchers will graze from an enormous buffet, accompanied by hot and cold starters at your table. If the weather permits, sit outside for up-close Burj Khalifa views.

Address Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs300 soft drinks, Dhs450 house drinks, Dhs600 bubbly. Tel: (0)4 561 8152. @addressboulevard

Address Dubai Marina

Address Dubai Marina hosts a relaxed Saturday brunch with international cuisine, waterfront views and live entertainment.

Address Dubai Marina, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs195 soft drinks, Dhs295 house drinks, Dhs395 bubbly, half price for children seven to 12 years. Tel: (0)4 436 7777. @addressdubaimarina

Address Sky View

The poolside brunch club includes access to Address Sky View’s hotel pool (next to The Restaurant) from 10am to 4pm, and brunch from 12.30pm in the Glass Garden, which features an international menu. A resident DJ keeps the vibe high.

Address Sky View, 12.30pm to 4pm, Dhs295 soft drinks, Dhs395 house drinks. Tel: (0)4 873 8888. @addressskyview

Akira Back

A firm favourite on the brunch social calendar, Candypants’ Akira Back Saturday party promises Japanese cuisine with Korean and international influence and spectacular views of Palm Jumeirah, paired with an unbeatable cocktail experience and that chaotic high energy that only Candypants can create.

W Dubai – The Palm, Sat 1pm to 4.30pm, Dhs399 soft drinks, Dhs850 Champagne. Tel: (0)58 177 9831. @candypantsdubai

Alici

Acclaimed Italian seafood restaurant, Alici, hosts brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm to 4pm. The specially curated menu features crudo, antipasti, main courses, desserts, Italian wines and more. Bluewaters, Sat and Sun 1pm to 4pm, Dhs395 with soft drinks, Dhs495 with house drinks, Dhs595 with premium. Tel: (0)4 275 2577. alici.com

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

The Fork and Cork brunch at Crescendo now includes a new saj oven, a rotisserie charcoal grill, pizza oven and ice griddle as well as a 20-litre double chocolate fountain. Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, Sat 1pm to 4pm, Dhs400 soft drinks, Dhs400 house drinks, Dhs655 Prosecco, Dhs755 Champagne. Tel: (0)4 567 8304. @crescendodubai

Asia Asia

Now hitting legendary status, the rowdy Asia Asia brunch is an old faithful with an eclectic set menu of pan-Asian cuisine, unlimited drinks and lively entertainment all enjoyed in the heart of Dubai Marina. Pier 7, Dubai Marina, Sat 2pm to 5pm, Dhs275 with soft drinks, Dhs375 with house drinks, Dhs475 with Prosecco. Tel: (0)4 423 8301. @asiaasiauae

Asil

The allure of Turkish, Lebanese, and Moroccan cuisine is strong at Asil – the red velvet-covered restaurant in Rixos Premium Dubai. Head inside on Saturdays and try Asil’s Oriental Brunch menu, which includes delicious mezze, barbecue platters, and their special umm Ali made in the original way with mixed nuts and Maras ice cream. Rixos Premium Dubai, Sat 12.30pm to 4.30pm, Dhs199 soft drinks, Dhs275 house drinks. Tel: (0)4 520 0055. @asildubai

Atelier M

Atelier M launches a new brunch in their venue at the top of Pier 7. ‘Wonderland Brunch’ features a diverse range of sharing platters, free-flowing drinks, and a DJ spinning popular hits and new sounds. Pier 7, Sat 2pm to 5pm, Dhs199 soft drinks, Dhs299 house drinks, Dhs349 bubbly. Tel: (0)4 450 7766. @atelier_m_dubai

Attiko

Hot new rooftop lounge Attiko, located on the 31st floor of W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, launched its all-new energetic Saturday Sky Brunch complete with DJ, percussionists, jaw dropping views, dancers, and a pan-Asian sharing-style set menu.

W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, Sat 2pm to 5pm, Dhs296 soft drinks, Dhs395 house drinks, Dhs545 sparkling, Dhs695 Champagne. Tel: (0)4 350 9983. @attikodubai

BA Boldly Asian

This night brunch at Fairmont The Palm takes place on Fridays and Saturdays and features dishes such as sea bass with ponzu, pan-fried black pepper beef buns, crispy non-halal wontons, the chef’s selection of sushi, sashimi, signature rolls, sticky Chinese non-halal ribs and more.

Fairmont The Palm, Fri & Sat 6pm to 11pm, Dhs250 soft drinks, Dhs395 wine and beer, Dhs495 house drinks. Tel: (0)4 457 3457.

@ba.boldlyasian

Baby Q

Arguably one of the most competitively priced evening brunches in the city, head to Baby Q’s in Media One and for just Dhs250 enjoy three hours of bar bites and unlimited drinks with live house, commercial and R&B sets from Dubai’s top DJs.

Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City, Sat 7pm to 10pm, Dhs250. Tel: (0)4 443 5403.

@babyqdubai