Editorially Researched
Café del Mar Abu Dhabi
Mediterranean Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
A waterfront beach club at Yas Bay combining an infinity pool, Mediterranean dining and late-night electronic music.
AED 180 to 320 per person
The Plate Snob take
Cafe del Mar is a day-to-night operation, so decide which version you want before arriving. Lunch by the pool can be languid; after dark, the sound system assumes it has been invited to dinner too.
Good food goes further.
The useful bits
Know before you go.
A quick look at the bill, the room and the details worth knowing. Sources and editorial notes are labelled.
Known forInfinity pool and waterfront viewsMediterranean all-day diningLate-night music programme
Read the room
The full picture
From pool bed to dinner table
The venue runs as several experiences across the day: pool and beach club, Mediterranean restaurant and late-night 360 bar. Seafood, tapas and grilled meat fit the setting more naturally than an overcomplicated order.
Timing changes everything
Daylight is for the infinity pool and waterfront outlook; sunset brings the transition; late evening is music-led. Families and quiet diners should arrive earlier, while groups seeking energy should do the opposite.
The case for going
Why go
- Infinity pool and waterfront views
- Mediterranean all-day dining
- Late-night music programme
Order with confidence
What to order
01Mediterranean seafood02Tapas for the table03Charcoal-grilled meat
Before you go
Good to know
- Pool access runs daily from 10am to 8pm
- The 360 bar stays open later than the restaurant
Built for
Best for
Keep the details sharp
Own or manage this restaurant?
Keep exploring
More useful ways in.
Similar tables
More great taste in Abu Dhabi.
MediterraneanThe Lighthouse Yas BayThe Lighthouse Yas Bay
Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
An all-day Mediterranean restaurant, bakery and concept store at Yas Bay with a terrace, library bar and creative-community spirit.
MediterraneanParadiso Abu DhabiParadiso Abu Dhabi
Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
A Milanese-designed Italian restaurant on The Pier with waterfront tables, live music and a polished Riviera mood.
MediterraneanMikaPlate Snob PickHot right now
Mika
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
A relaxed Mediterranean restaurant at Yas Marina.
AsianAsia Asia Yas BayAsia Asia Yas Bay
Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
A glamorous Pan-Asian waterfront restaurant at Yas Bay, inspired by the Spice Route and built for energetic group nights.