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Overview

Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2025-12-22

Abu Dhabi has a good choice of bars and nightclubs, although almost all of them will be found inside hotels. Hookah lounges are popular, as are rooftop bars and establishments offering stunning views over the shining UAE capital. Alcohol is served freely to non-Muslims.

Blu Sky Lounge & Grill

Blu Sky Lounge & Grill

Blu Sky Lounge & Grill is an award-winning venue instantly recognisable for its unique blue lighting and ambience. It combines a grill-focused menu and drinks with big-screen sports, live lounge events, quizzes, and an indoor golf simulator, giving visitors plenty of fun ways to spend an evening in Abu Dhabi.

Jazz Bar

Jazz Bar

A must for jazz enthusiasts, Jazz Bar at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort hosts regular live performances from full jazz bands and soloists. The music ranges from classic standards to contemporary interpretations. Pair your evening with a carefully crafted cocktail or a light snack while enjoying some of Abu Dhabi’s finest jazz.

Captain's Arms

Captain's Arms

Located inside Le Meridien Village, Captain’s Arms brings a slice of classic English pub culture to Abu Dhabi. The venue blends traditional British pub décor with more modern touches, offering a wide range of draft beers, pub grub, as well as foosball and billiards.

Trader Vic's

Trader Vic's

Trader Vic’s at the Beach Rotana Hotel has been part of Abu Dhabi’s dining and nightlife scene for decades. Here, tropical‑inspired drinks and a fusion of French‑Polynesian, Creole, and Chinese‑influenced dishes are paired with music and an animated crowd. Live rhythms and Latin‑American‑tinged sounds are common, especially later in the week.

Ray's Bar

Ray's Bar

Ray’s Bar occupies the 62nd floor of the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, boasting panoramic views over the city and the Gulf. Renowned for its contemporary cocktail list and elegant setting, the bar is a popular spot for sunset drinks and late‑night socialising. Besides cutting-edge cocktails, it also offers an Asian-influenced menu, and on many evenings, a resident DJ provides a relaxed soundtrack to the skyline views.

Glo

Glo

Glo is a rooftop bar and lounge on the terrace of the Rosewood Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island, offering views of the skyline and the water. Guests can enjoy cocktails, wine, and a selection of international dishes, as well as shisha. Evenings are relaxed, with music that complements the open‑air terrace setting. Special events, including live DJs or themed nights, take place from time to time, but the focus here is on enjoying drinks and the view in a casual setting.

Level Lounge

Level Lounge

Perched atop the Millennium Downtown Abu Dhabi, Level Lounge is a rooftop bar where drinks and skyline views go hand in hand. The terrace and indoor seating offer an easygoing setting for cocktails as the sun sets and the city lights up. Music is part of the atmosphere, and the panoramic vista makes it a great choice for an early evening drink or a night out in the city.

Black Pearl

Black Pearl

Black Pearl is a sleek cocktail bar on the waterfront at Al Raha Beach, featuring elegant décor and plush seating. With an impressive drinks menu and live music most evenings, guests can unwind while enjoying views of the water.

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