5 Reasons Yas Island Is the Top Foodie Staycation Spot 

UAE food lovers will agree that a Yas Island staycation is hard to beat. Where else will you find dozens of superb restaurants combined with four theme parks, world-class shopping, lots more action-packed activities and luxury accommodation? All within a short drive of each other, too.

Welcome to Yas Island! We’re going to tell you all about the most popular restaurants, the best Yas Island brunches and the top Yas Island hotels, as well as a very special offer for foodies.

1. Yas Island is home to leading fine dining destinations.

With a reputation for the very best hospitality, it should be no surprise that Yas Island is home to some of the region's most exceptional restaurants. You can look forward to savouring the finest delicacies served in beautifully curated surroundings. All these restaurants are perfect for celebrating a special occasion or for spoiling your companions. 

Featured restaurants

• Attention to detail, stylish decor and the most sublime cuts of beef from around the globe set Blue Grill steakhouse at Yas Island Rotana Hotel Golf Plaza apart from the rest. 
• Cipriani at Yas Marina serves exquisite Italian cuisine. Venetian and classic Italian dishes are created using fresh ingredients flown in directly from Italian farms. 
• Angar, situated in the iconic W Abu Dhabi Yas Island hotel, showcases Indian delicacies. 

2. Yas Island offers the best of regional cuisine. 

Restaurants specializing in the very best of Middle-Eastern cuisine have also made their home at Yas Island. Here are two very popular examples. There are also several excellent international restaurants (see below) that serve regional cuisines alongside global dishes. 

Featured restaurants

• Al Fanar is a popular choice and is ideally located for visitors to both Yas Mall and Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The decor is charmingly rustic and seafood is the star of the show, although meat and vegetarian dishes are also excellent. 
• Barouk Lebanese restaurant at Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi is known for its lively ambience and live music as well as delicious food. 

3. Food from all around the world can be enjoyed here.

It’s hard to believe the range of cuisines available in such a small area, but this is truly one of the highlights of a Yas Island staycation. The location is a cultural melting pot for food lovers. Here are just a few examples of exceptional international cuisine. 

Featured restaurants

• Diablito is a Mediterranean escape in the heart of Yas Marina. Enjoy a relaxed meal of authentic tapas, pinxos or pizza and incredible rooftop sunset views.
• At Garage in W Abu Dhabi Yas Island, you can take your pick from multiple international cuisines. 
• Rangoli at Yas Island Rotana serves stylish and modern Indian cuisine as well as gives a very warm welcome. 
• MATSU is a beautiful, highly authentic Japanese restaurant focusing on the best of traditional Japanese cuisine. 

Yas Marina offers some of the most stylish dining choices around. 

Aside from excellent food, Yas Marina’s restaurants offer exceptional views and a lively, sophisticated atmosphere. Here are just two options from many more in the area, some of which are included in other sections of this list. 

Featured restaurants

• Iris has a chilled, artisan vibe and is a popular post-work hangout for locals. The food is contemporary and international, with dishes like ceviche and sushi, and there are incredible cocktails, too. 
• Elegant seafood restaurant Aquarium offers the finest waterside views as well as the freshest catches of the day. 

For casual dining for all the family, Yas Island has it all. 

If you need a relaxed dining experience as a pit stop or to round off a day of fun with your family, then Yas Island has the perfect place for you. All these restaurants are fun and friendly, and they offer the tastiest foods to please all the family.

Featured restaurants

• Stills Restaurant and Bar at Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island is home to some of Abu Dhabi’s best ‘pub style’ food, including pies, clubs sandwiches and chips. If you are in town on Friday, don’t miss their fun BBQ brunch. 
• Stars n Bars at Yas Marina is an American style sports bar concept born in Monte Carlo. The arcade games and foosball tables make it a great place to relax with friends and family. The menu features all your casual favourites from around the world, including burgers and fish and chips. 
• At Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu DhabiWarner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The Starlight is a fun Hollywood, art deco-themed family restaurant offering full table service and international cuisine. 
• Graphos Social Kitchen at HIlton Abu Dhabi Yas Island aims to connect people through food and its stories. The menu is fun, flavourful and very international. 

Where to stay

Yas Island has an incredible collection of hotels, from 5-star luxury to more budget-friendly options. You can base yourself in Yas Marina, nearby Yas Mall, or enjoy unspoiled ocean views. You’ll find that many of the best restaurants listed here are hotel-based, meaning world-class cuisine may just be steps away from your hotel room. But whichever hotel you opt for, all of Yas Island’s restaurants and entertainment choices will be in easy reach.

Right now, a Yas Island staycation also comes with a great offer for food lovers. The Half-Board Flex dining experience gives you the chance to enjoy a three-course meal, inclusive of your hotel price, at one of 30 Yas Island restaurants. To find out more about current Yas Island offers, explore our site or call one of our friendly representatives today.