Restaurants & Food — page 2
70 questions from travelers about Restaurants & Food in General, United Arab Emirates. Page 2 of 2.
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Where to have lunch at Ajman Hotel, and does the beach bar serve snacks?
Guests say food at Ajman Hotel is generally very good, with Cabini bar by the family pool standing out for lunch. The beach bar appears to offer snacks, and the lemon-cream risotto near the family pool gets a special mention.
1 source · 57 days ago
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What ice cream and drinks are available at the restaurant and pool bar in a UAE resort hotel?
The restaurant offers tray-served ice cream with about 6 flavors and no obvious limit, while the pool bar serves cone ice cream. The pool bar may also have burgers and non-alcoholic cocktails, but drink selection can be quite basic in alcohol-free hotels.
1 source · 9 days ago
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What is the hotel buffet food like in UAE — quality and variety?
The hotel buffet is consistent: grilled meats, fish, rice/potato/pasta sides, vegetables, fruits, and desserts. Quality is stable but not exceptional.
1 source · 94 days ago
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Which restaurants are open in summer at UAE resort hotels — buffet only or à la carte options?
In summer, most à la carte restaurants at UAE resort hotels close. Only the main buffet restaurant stays open daily; the Italian restaurant (L'Olivo) operates Thursday to Saturday only.
1 source · 37 days ago
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What's included in All Inclusive at UAE hotels — ice cream, alcohol, sweets: all day or limited hours?
Standard All Inclusive covers beer and cocktails all day, ice cream from 4–5 PM. The Lobby Bar serves sweets until 6 PM. Ultra All Inclusive adds all-day ice cream and premium spirits.
1 source · 103 days ago
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Is the food quality good at St. Regis UAE — buffet review
Food quality at St. Regis UAE gets mixed to negative reviews: meat is often overcooked and oversalted, dinner buffet is limited. Breakfasts are acceptable, pizza and fruit are the safest dinner options.
1 source · 25 days ago
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Is the food good at Rixos hotels in UAE — is it worth it for all-inclusive dining?
Food at Rixos UAE gets mixed reviews — large variety but average quality. Park Hyatt and St. Regis Saadiyat are better options for dining.
1 source · 59 days ago
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Is the salmon at UAE hotel buffets good?
Hotel buffet salmon in UAE is often disappointing in taste and freshness, but Saturday brunch salmon tends to be noticeably better. Red fish is generally available in good quantity.
1 source · 59 days ago
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What are hotel meal plans like in UAE — all-inclusive, half board, or à la carte?
UAE hotels offer various meal plans: all-inclusive with daily rotating buffets, half board with dinners at the main restaurant, and à la carte with individually prepared dishes and generous portions.
1 source · 7 days ago
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What drinks are included with breakfast, lunch and dinner at UAE hotel restaurants?
Breakfast typically includes all drinks; dinner includes coffee, tea, and water. Lunch likely follows the same policy as dinner.
1 source · 6 days ago
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What food is included in hotel buffet in UAE — what's on the menu?
Hotel buffets in UAE typically include chicken, beef, lamb, fish, sushi, pasta, salads, vegetables, fruits, and fresh pastries. Breakfast and dinner are buffet-style; lunch may be à la carte.
1 source · 1 day ago
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What food is served at UAE hotel beach restaurants — menu options and discounts?
Hotel beach restaurant waiters in green trousers take orders directly at sunbeds. The menu includes pizza, burgers, steaks, ribs, salads and pasta — large portions, with a 30% discount off the menu price.
1 source · 14 days ago
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What drinks and breakfast are included free at a hotel restaurant in UAE?
Free drinks include coffee, tea, apple and orange juice, detox drinks, and water. Breakfast buffet features eggs cooked to order, yogurts, smoothies, porridge, cheeses, cold cuts, pastries, and fruit.
1 source · 60 days ago
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What is the hotel buffet like in UAE — what's included at breakfast and dinner?
The hotel buffet is varied and filling: fish, meat, chicken, Indian dishes, desserts. The head chef personally oversees service and can prepare dishes on request.
1 source · 35 days ago
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How does all-inclusive food and alcohol work at UAE hotels?
Breakfast at L'Olivo restaurant features a buffet plus à la carte options, fresh juices, and complimentary champagne. Track restaurant schedule changes via WhatsApp notifications from the hotel.
1 source · 26 days ago
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Fairmont vs Saray hotel UAE — which is better for food and restaurants?
Fairmont has the edge on dining: more restaurant options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and both restaurants open simultaneously during busy periods. Saray is comparable but offers less variety.
1 source · 23 days ago
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How do à la carte restaurants work at all-inclusive hotels in UAE?
À la carte restaurants at the hotel are paid separately. The all-inclusive package covers dinner at one main restaurant only; lunches can be added for AED 115. Most menu items are included, except Australian beef fillet and a seafood dish.
1 source · 6 days ago
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What is the buffet food like at UAE hotels — are there seafood options and variety?
Buffet quality varies by season: in winter expect plenty of seafood (sushi rolls, grilled salmon, squid, lamb), while summer menus are noticeably reduced — though room rates are roughly half the price.
1 source · 51 days ago
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Is hotel breakfast in UAE a buffet or menu-based?
Some UAE hotels serve breakfast from a menu rather than a buffet: ordered dishes are brought to the table, followed by a trolley with additional snacks and appetizers. Menus may only be in English or Arabic — Google Translate works well.
1 source · 100 days ago
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What drinks are included with half board (HB) dinner at UAE hotels?
With half board in UAE hotels, typically only water is included at dinner, though some hotels offer cocktails by the pool and at dinner — always confirm with your specific hotel.
1 source · 58 days ago