Every year, Yas Island plays host to visitors from over 100 countries. This year is no different as the city gears up to go full throttle for Race Weekend. And with it comes a lively dining scene where plates are served with good views without missing out on the action. For those on their way to the island, here’s a curated guide of all the dining spots you wouldn’t want to miss.
Nobu
An exclusive dining pop-up for the season, expect Nobu’s staples, whether that’s plates, drinks, and performances from December 1 – 7 at Yas Marina. We’re talking their Black Cod Miso, Yellowtail Jalapeño, Rock Shrimp Tempura, and Nobu Wagyu Sliders alongside curated drinks and decadent desserts to end on a sweet note.
Club Iris x Bar Du Port
Another pop-up set to add to the hype of the weekend. Club Iris will bring the energy, while Bar Du Port will serve its signature French-Mediterranean cuisine, elevating nightlife throughout the weekend.
Bla Bla Bar
Between alfresco dining, expertly crafted cocktails, cosy interiors, and DJs bringing in a lively atmosphere, Bla Bla Bar isn’t one to skip this weekend. For those looking to dine in between practice races, Bla Bla Bar’s signature brunch from 12 PM to 4 PM offers the ideal respite from the action.
Diabltio Food & Music
Diabltio Food & Music brings Spanish-Mediterranean flavours that suit the sundowner vibes that Yas Marina brings. Expect tapas, paellas, pizzas, and a medley of premium cuts and fresh seafood to be on the table while yachts lull by.
Ishtar
For those who didn’t quite catch tickets for this weekend, Ishtar offers a vantage point overlooking Turns 8 to 11, so there is still a chance to catch some of the fun. And with the track views comes gourmet plates prepared by international chefs, premium drinks, live DJs, and racing simulators for an immersive experience.
Mika
Modern Mediterranean restaurant Mika is prepared for any sort of occasion that Race Weekend may bring. For the afternoons, it will host their signature Riviera Brunch—a five-course sharing-style menu, featuring fresh plates of Atlantic Red Prawns and Wood-Fired Lamb Skewers. And for the evenings, they gear up for after-party celebrations, providing a curated set menu complemented by high-energy beats that continue well into the night.
Stars N’ Bars
If the name didn’t give it away, Stars N’ Bars is all-American dining featuring Tex-Mex cuisine. A typical sports bar, friends and families can enjoy the standard hype as the bar livestreams the practice, sprint, and qualifying sessions. Expect a three-course brunch alongside the livestream, where classic American bites and Tex-Mex flavours come together.
