Everybody loves a good bargain once in a while.
And with so many amazing dining and nightlife venues in Abu Dhabi, it would be a shame not to make the most of them.
You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great evening in the capital.
So here's a few of our favourite deals to be snapped up this week.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19
Sunset deal at Azura Panoramic Lounge
This chilled-out alfresco spot at ultra plush The St Regis Abu Dhabi overlooks the Corniche – and has great deals to match the stunning views.
You can get four hours of unlimited dim sum and sushi from Dhs150 with soft drinks or Dhs225 with house drinks.
Dhs150 (soft drinks), Dhs225 (house drinks). Sun-Mon 7m-11pm. The St Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers, Corniche Road West (02 694 4780).
MONDAY, AUGUST 20
Gents' night out at BU!
Ladies’ nights can be frustrating for the blokes of Abu Dhabi as girls get all the goodies.
But at BU!, guys get 30 per cent off beverages while ladies enjoy three free drinks.
The resident DJ will keep the tunes pumping all night, too.
There is also a delicious menu of terrific Pan-Asian grub with a Latin twist to fill up on, too.
Mon from 8pm. The Hub, Mall at The World Trade Center Abu Dhabi (02 666 8066).
TUESDAY, AUGUST 21
Sushi Soirée at Buddha-Bar Beach
If your idea of a great night out is good company, great music, delicious bites and free-flowing beverages, then Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi’s weekly Sushi Soirée night could be the answer you’ve been waiting for.
Each Tuesday night, the cool Saadiyat Island hotspot welcomes guests with an extensive range of unlimited authentic sushi platters and a selection of grape beverages.
You can treat your taste buds and catch up with friends while making the most of the delicious seafood and beverages on offer.
The weekly Sushi Soirée bashes run from 8pm to 11pm every Tuesday and costs Dhs300 per person.
The stylish newcomer features chic bohemian design and opulent décor in a sprawling space with room for 290 people, including 94 on the plush terrace looking out onto the turquoise waters of Saadiyat Island.
Dhs300. Tues 8pm-11pm. Buddha-Bar Beach, St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island (02 498 8888).
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22
Eid Brunch at Sim Sim
Spend some quality time with family and friends with a fantastic feast at international eatery Sim Sim.
No matter what cuisine tickles your fancy, you’re sure to find it at this elegant restaurant at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas.
There’ll be plenty of things to keep the kids entertained, too.
We can think of worse places to spend Eid than this gorgeous venue.
August 22, 12pm-4pm. Dhs285 (soft beverages), Dhs395 (selected house beverages). Children from 6 years to 12 years receive 50 per cent discount. Children below 6 years dine free. Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas (02 697 0000).
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23
Welcome the weekend at McGettigan’s
This Al Raha Beach hotspot is always a good shout for a night out on Thursdays.
And the Thursday night happy hour until 10pm is sure to put a smile on your face too.
Enjoy a range of house drinks and grapes for Dhs25.
Irish traditional band Suckin’ Diesel provide the tunes for a truly great evening before DJ Rob Forest takes control for the rest of the night.
Dhs25. Thu 12pm-10pm. Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi (02 652 4333).
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24
2-for-1 brunch at Cho Gao
Bag yourself a bargain with this generous offer from an Abu Dhabi favourite.
You can get a buy-one-get-one-free brunch with sensational flavours and mixed drinks from Cho Gao Marina Walk and Chamas.
Enjoy the stunning views as a resident DJ provides the soundtrack.
Dhs349 (soft drinks), Dhs449 (house beverages). Fri noon-4pm. InterContinental Hotel, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (02 666 6888).
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25
Crazy hour at Cooper’s
This Park Rotana hotspot is certainly revelling in the glory of being crowned Time Out Abu Dhabi’s Pub of the Year at our recent Music and Nightlife Awards.
And the party keeps going every day with one of the longest happy hours the capital has to offer.
With an almighty drinks deal ending at 8pm, things get even crazier here as house drinks drop to Dhs19.
You can pick up selected bottles, fizzy grape or spirits for six hours all day, every day.
Dhs19. Daily 8pm-2am. Park Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park Area (02 657 3325).
SOURCE : TIMEOUT