Experience culinary delights from all parts of the world
when dining at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara.
Fulfill all your cravings and satiate your appetite
with Middle Eastern Cuisine, seafood and the juiciest
steaks. Restaurants in Desert Islands Resort bring you
the finest in world cuisine and present it with culinary
panache in the most fabulous Abu Dhabi location.
Al Shams (gourmet
snacks)
With the convenience of our pool par, there’s
no need for guests to take a break from soaking up the
sun. Al Shams offers plenty of lounge space complete
with sunbeds for guests to enjoy a refreshing afternoon
swim or snacks under shaded umbrellas. Light gourmet
snacks and beverages in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere
are served throughout the day, while Shisha in a range
of soothing flavours provides the perfect Middle Eastern
nightcap.
All-day dining
Samak (seafood)
Dining at Desert Islands Resort & Spa is defined
by the casual outdoor elegance and zesty world flavours
of Samak seafood restaurant. An abundance of seafood
is prepared to taste on an open grill and accompanied
by our impressive wine list. Breezy island evenings
come to life with romantically lit poolside landscaping
and culinary delights such as King Crabs sautéed
in Oyster Mushroom Sauce.
Evening meals
The Palm (a la carte)
Start your day at The Palm, our all-day dining restaurant
that serves an international and Middle Eastern breakfast
buffet. When dusk settles, the airy restaurant with
its antique contemporary Arabic décor becomes
the site for occasional themed nights. With an a la
carte menu featuring various cuisines and an expert
resident Wine Guru The Palm represents the pinnacle
of dining in Abu Dhabi.
All-day dining
The Lounge (after-dinner drinks)
After dining at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by
Anantara, share a nightcap at our lounge bar with stunning
views across the dramatic landscape. Relaxing on soft,
comfortable furnishings, guests are offered quality
coffees, gourmet loose leaf teas, aperitifs and cocktails
among other options all day long.