Aquarium is- you guessed it- a seafood restaurant. While the name might betray the type of cuisine, the distinctive style, lively mood and stunning views are impossible to capture- you'll just have to come and see for yourself.
This popular spot is located in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina, just opposite the impressive Yas Viceroy hotel. Just inches from the water, the venue boasts an expansive terrace where you can sit in comfy chairs with views of all the docked superyachts, the ideal location for enjoying some cocktails and shisha while the sun goes down. Inside you’ll find a clear nautical theme with exposed wooden beams, marbled floors and impressive aquarium walls.
There's always something going on here. From lunch offers to happy hour and lively themed nights, such as Monday sushi night, Paella Thursdays, Saturday Sun Downers (unlimited beverages while you watch the sunset) and a ‘Nautic and Nice’ ladies' night, you’ll never have a dull night at Aquarium.
The menu is extensive and varied, from the freshest ocean catches to dishes for veggies and meat lovers alike. Start with soup and appetizers including crispy herbed calamari, baked mussles and spicy edamame, before moving on to sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls, all of which are available in sharing platters. Main dishes cover seafood paella, baked hammour and traditional British fish and chips, as well as a menu of beef and chicken-based dishes. Don’t miss the fresh fish market, where you can choose your own fish and talk with chefs about how you would like it prepared.
Afterwards, take yourself out to the terrace where the attentive staff will be on hand to offer you some delicious cocktails and shisha to enjoy while you watch the people and the boats float by. Bliss.