As the engines roar and the world gears up for the F1 at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Plaza Hotels has plotted an epic culinary course to keep you fueled and entertained all weekend long.
With six uniquely themed dining “laps” and a one-of-a-kind afterparty, this is a pit stop you don’t want to miss. With each venue so close to the track, you can practically feel the rumble of the circuit from your table.
Yas Plaza Hotels Race Weekend
Lap 1: Italian Flair at Filini Garden with Antonia
Start your taste tour with a detour to Italy! Filini Garden, teaming up with Antonia, brings classic Italian cuisine to the forefront.
Chef Simone’s iconic Roman-style square pizzas fermented for 72 hours make every slice as light and crispy as a fast lap. Signature pizzas include burrata pizza and diavola pizza!
Not to mention Filini’s signature dishes, such as sea bream filet with saffron chickpea cream – yum!
Filini Garden is a popular spot among tourists and residents alike. It has one of the most beautiful terraces in town and serves incredible Italian food, so this collaboration is going to be amazing—seeing some of the best Italian restaurants come together for this event!
Add in the Swing Band, and you’ll be living in La Dolce Vita, right in Abu Dhabi.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
Lap 2: Mexican Vibes – Lila Taqueria at Amerigos
Next up, it’s tacos with torque! Chef Shaw Lash brings wood-fired magic to Lila Taqueria at Amerigos, serving bold Mexican flavours on hand-pressed heirloom corn tortillas. With ingredients flown in straight from Mexico, this is as authentic as it gets—right here in Abu Dhabi!
Pair with tequila cocktails or Modelo Especial, and you’ve got a trackside fiesta with live music to keep the vibes rolling.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
Lap 3: Pitmaster’s BBQ Hub at Stills with CarniStore
CarniStore takes the lead with its ethically sourced, hormone-free meats. It showcases slow-cooked American oak-fired briskets, tender ribs, and juicy wagyu burgers that are sure to delight meat lovers. Their signature smoked brisket and pulled beef sliders are the stars of the show.
Complementing these smoky delights, Stills brings its crowd-pleasers, including salmon with hass avocado and mushroom flatbread, offering a fresh and flavorful twist to this American-inspired feast.
Pair the BBQ flavours with bourbon cocktails and craft beers while live entertainment sets the perfect vibe.
This collaboration is a pitmaster’s paradise, where bold flavours, a lively atmosphere, and race-day excitement come together for the ultimate carnivorous experience.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
Lap 4: Indo-Japanese Flair at Rangoli with Spice Lab Tokyo
Rev your taste buds for a lap of flavour like no other! At Rangoli, authentic Indian cuisine is spotlighted, showcasing traditional dishes celebrating India’s rich heritage.
Shift gears to Spice Lab Tokyo, where Chef Tejas Sovani blends Indian flavours with Japanese techniques and ingredients, creating innovative showstoppers like donabe Hyderabadi biryani and wagyu sirloin, perfectly tuned with umami notes.
As an added treat, enjoy Rangoli’s signature dishes, such as smoked lamb chops, koyla samosas, and lamb biriyani, which add an Indian flair to this culinary celebration.
Fuel your culinary journey with a pairing of Indian and Japanese single malts, a seamless fusion that races across continents for a gold-standard dining experience.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
Lap 5: The Ultimate ‘Biergarten’ Experience at Belgian Café
Belgian Café’s Beer Garden shifts into top gear this F1 season, serving a winning combination of premium Belgian beers and hearty, authentic dishes.
Beer enthusiasts can sample an extensive selection of craft brews, including the standout 1758 Belgian IPA, which is perfectly paired with classics like tarte flambee, flamkuche fume, and the succulent T-bone steak.
Seafood lovers are in for a treat with local tiger prawns in garlic butter, while the legendary BBC Burger delivers a bite worth cheering for.
With bold flavours, refreshing brews, and a lively race-day atmosphere, Belgian Café Beer Garden brings the best of Belgium to the heart of Abu Dhabi’s F1 festivities.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
Lap 6: Asian Adventure at Y Bar
For those craving bold Asian flavours, Y Bar delivers a standout culinary experience with its Asian-inspired menu and exclusive pop-up ramen bar during race weekend.
Savour crowd-pleasers like spicy miso ramen and Peruvian-inspired salmon crudo, perfectly paired with selections from the Wine Lab, featuring over 50 premium labels.
Live entertainment adds to the excitement, setting the perfect vibe and making Y Bar the ultimate destination for flavours, fun, and unforgettable F1 weekend memories.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024
The After-Party at Central Plaza
Get ready for heart-racing entertainment at this ultimate F1 weekend after-party! From Friday, 6th December, to Sunday, 8th December, enjoy open-air vibes with an unbeatable lineup of DJs, live bands, and F1-themed food trucks serving up delicious bites inspired by the high-speed action.
The excitement runs from 5 pm to 3 am daily, making it the perfect spot to soak up the thrilling F1 atmosphere.
Go for the adrenaline-pumping races, and enjoy unforgettable food, drinks, and electric party vibes.
For bookings and more info, visit https://www.yasplazahotels.com/race-weekend-2024