Origins

Enjoy the aromas of grilled lobster, steak and roasted vegetables from the live cooking stations on the terrace at the Yas Viceroy. Watch the action on the track or eye up the super yachts in the marina while you work your way through the many cuisines on offer: from Thai, Indonesian and Japanese to Indian, Italian, Arabic and Mediterranean seafood. Contact: 02 656 0000

Fairways

Sample the delights of the Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa’s international buffet (particularly its fresh seafood) while you soak up the views of Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s championship course from the restaurant’s flagstone terrace. Be entertained by cultural and magical performances. Contact: 02 616 9999

Pearls & Caviar

With views of Abu Dhabi’s Grand Canal and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Pearls & Caviar’s terrace at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri is the perfect spot to wow guests. The fresh seafood and caviar buffet here is to die for, and the grilled lobster isn’t too shabby either. Finish the day off upstairs with a chilled beverage while the DJ spins retro classics into the early evening. Contact: 02 509 8777