The wait is almost over. After a summer of transfer rumours, new signings and endless predictions, the Premier League is finally back, and Abu Dhabi’s sports bars are ready to welcome fans through their doors.
For those seeking somewhere lively to catch the weekend’s fixtures, the capital has plenty of places to make a match of it.
Opening Premier League Fixtures:
- Arsenal vs. Coventry City – Friday
- Hull City vs. Manchester United – Saturday
- Everton vs. Crystal Palace – Saturday
- Ipswich Town vs. Sunderland – Saturday
- Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds United – Saturday
- Brentford vs. Spurs – Saturday
- Brighton vs. Aston Villa – Sunday
- Manchester City vs. Bournemouth – Sunday
- Newcastle United vs. Liverpool – Sunday
- Fulham vs. Chelsea – Monday
McCafferty’s Irish Bar & Restaurant, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
McCafferty’s is made for big sporting occasions. Giant screens and HD TVs mean there are plenty of viewing spots, whilst the traditional Irish pub setting brings the atmosphere.
The food menu covers everything, including hearty pub favourites and Sunday roasts, resulting in turning a match into a full afternoon out at the bar.
For further information and to book your table, visit McCafferty’s at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.
Location: Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Bridges Bar, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
For residents or visitors looking for a slightly more sophisticated setting, head to Bridges Bar at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr. The sports-focused bar offers a relaxed place to follow the action, with drinks and food available throughout the evening.
Its daily happy hour also makes it worth arriving early and settling in before kick-off.
For further information and to book your table, visit Bridges Bar | Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.
Location: Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi
Belgian Café, InterContinental Abu Dhabi
At Belgian Café, football comes with a distinctly European flavour. Located at InterContinental Abu Dhabi, the venue pairs live football with Belgian beers and a menu packed with brasserie-style favourites.
Offering mussels, fries and plenty to share while keeping one eye on the screen, its lively pub atmosphere makes it a natural meeting point for fans.
For further information and to book your table, visit Belgian Cafe Abu Dhabi | InterContinental Abu Dhabi.
Location: InterContinental Abu Dhabi
Hamilton’s Gastropub, Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas
Hamilton’s Gastropub brings a classic traditional feel to Saadiyat Island. The menu is built around both comforting British and international dishes, making it ideal for a long match-day session rather than a quick drink.
With live football and a spacious setting, it offers a slightly more laid-back alternative to the capital’s louder sports bars.
For further information and to book your table, visit Hamilton’s Gastropub | Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas.
Location: Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
The Snooty Fox, Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
The Snooty Fox has football firmly built into its personality. Serving comfort food and refreshing beverages alongside the live action, weekends here are specifically dedicated to sports viewing.
There is also a daily happy hour running from 3.00 PM to 8.00 PM, so it’s worth getting down for the early kick-off.
For more information and to book your table, visit The Snooty Fox Public House | Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi.
Location: Dusit Thani, Al Muroor Road, Abu Dhabi
Porters English Pub, Grand Millennium Al Wahda
For those who prefer their football served with a traditional British pub feel, Porters English Pub is a dependable choice.
Offering a familiar pub menu, plenty of drink choice, and a lively atmosphere for watching the weekend fixtures, Porters has become a convenient spot for those based in the centre.
For more information and to book your table, visit Porters English Pub.
Location: Grand Millennium Al Wahda, Abu Dhabi
Belgian Café, Yas Plaza Hotels
If you’re in Yas Island this weekend, Belgian Café offers another opportunity to combine football with Belgian-inspired dining.
Belgian Café Yas Island serves up a selection of crafted drinks and hearty dishes in a lively setting, making it an easy choice if you’re already spending the weekend around Yas Bay, Yas Mall, or the island’s attractions.
For more information and to book your table, visit Yas Plaza Hotels | Belgian Café Yas Island
Location: Yas Plaza Hotels, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Brauhaus, Beach Rotana
Watching the Premier League with a German twist should always be experienced. Brauhaus at Beach Rotana brings that Bavarian character to match day, with hall-inspired surroundings and a menu featuring wurst, schnitzels, and other match-day dishes.
It’s a particularly good pick for anyone who wants something a little different from the standard sports bar experience.
For more information and to book your table, visit Brauhaus | Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi.
Location: Beach Rotana, Al Zahiyah, Abu Dhabi
Hemingway’s, Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort
Hemingway’s is a classic option for fans who like their football in a proper pub environment. Located along the Corniche, it combines live football with a broad menu of drinks and solid match-day grub.
Happy hour stretches across the afternoon and evening, giving fans another reason to make a full night of it.
For more information and to book your table, visit Hemingway’s | Radisson Hotels.
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi
Lock, Stock & Barrel, Yas Bay
Lock, Stock and Barrel is the pick for anyone who wants their football night to continue long after the final whistle. The Yas Bay venue blends live sport with chart-topping music, multiple bars, and a waterside setting that hits all the requirements.
Their menu covers crowd-pleasers and sharing dishes, with a few weekend promotions making it an easy place to gather with friends.
For more information and to book your table, visit Lock, Stock & Barrel Abu Dhabi.
Location: Lock, Stock & Barrel, Yas Bay, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
All that’s left to do now is to round up the crew and find your seat before kick-off.
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