THE BEST Bars and Nightlife in Abu Dhabi

From hidden speakeasies to rooftop lounges — explore the best bars and nightlife in Abu Dhabi with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

🍸 Bars and Nightlife in Abu Dhabi

  • Brauhaus — A German-style brewpub in Abu Dhabi serving house-brewed lagers, pretzels, and sausages in a lively Yas Marina setting with outdoor terrace seating.
  • Captains Arms — A local bar in Abu Dhabi offering drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a taste of the city's nightlife scene.
  • Harvesters Pub — A local bar in Abu Dhabi offering drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a taste of the city's nightlife scene.
  • Rabbit Hutch — A local bar in Abu Dhabi offering drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a taste of the city's nightlife scene.
  • Ally Pally — A British-inspired gastropub on Yas Marina with craft beers, comfort food, and waterfront views, popular for after-work drinks and weekend brunches.
  • Das Brauhaus Abu Dhabi — A local bar in Abu Dhabi offering drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a taste of the city's nightlife scene.
  • PJ O'Reilly's — A local bar in Abu Dhabi offering drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a taste of the city's nightlife scene.
  • Ray's Bar — A speakeasy-style cocktail bar in Al Maryah Island known for its creative mixology, vintage decor, and intimate atmosphere with jazz and soul playlists.
  • Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi — A beachfront lounge bar at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island blending Asian-inspired cocktails with DJ sets, daybeds, and sunset views over the Arabian Gulf.
  • Sky Bar at Le Royal Meridien — A rooftop bar atop Le Royal Meridien offering panoramic city views, premium cocktails, and a glamorous evening atmosphere with live DJ sets.
  • The Terrace at Hakkasan — An outdoor terrace bar at Hakkasan Abu Dhabi serving Cantonese-inspired cocktails alongside the Michelin-starred restaurant menu, with sleek modern decor.

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