Fuel up your F&B Experiences this F1 Season at Yas Plaza Hotels

With the roar of F1 engines echoing in the background from Yas Marina Circuit, these hotels’ blend of speed and flavour are sure to fuel your race weekend excitement.

Yas Plaza Hotels on Yas Island have revved up their engines and are all set to take pole position as the go-to culinary pit stops during the electrifying F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend. Nestled in the heart of Yas Island, opposite Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Plaza Hotels offers a vibrant mix of international hotel brands, each with its own unique dining experiences and features.

With the roar of F1 engines echoing in the background from Yas Marina Circuit, these hotels’ blend of speed and flavour are sure to fuel your race weekend excitement.

PIT STOP 1 – THE FIRST TURN AT AMERIGOS – Park Inn by Radisson Blu Yas Island

Get ready for a Mexican extravaganza in Amerigos!  Expect your favorite Mexican delicacies, traditional Tequila-style drinks, a live pork station and a limited-time Jose Cuervo activation available on-site. Signature creations from Chef Mario – including the likes of Arroz a la Tumbada Rombo, Barbequed Lamb Chops with Chimichurri, and Yellow Tail Hamachi Ceviche.  Diners can also enjoy daily performances from a Latin Duo and DJ.

Dates – 23, 24, 25 and 26 November

Highlights –

  • Mercadito Evening Brunch on Friday, 24 November from 7-11pm – AED 325 (house bevs & cocktails)
  • Acapulco Day Brunch on Saturday, 25 November from 12:30-4:30pm – AED 325 (house bevs and cocktails)

Entertainment – Latin Duo and live DJ performances daily

Bookings – +971 2 656 2000 +971 55 594 2695 (WhatsApp) SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/amerigosyasisland/

PIT STOP 2 – THE ORANGE ZONE AT BELGIAN BEER CAFE – Radisson Blu Yas Island

The only Dutch fan zone across Yas Island, The Orange Zone at Belgian Beer Café is bringing diners a limited-time menu with the best of European-inspired cuisine. Chef Christoff will be serving up a selection of gourmet dishes, including aged Wagyu burgers – finished off with fresh truffles, foie gras, and gold! – as well as a 265-days-aged premium meat selection and a dozen different Mons cheeses for a truly authentic dining experience. Race in and indulge with a Leffe pop-up, live DJ performances, and race coverage available daily.

Dates – 23, 24, 25 and 26 November, 12:30pm to 3 am

Highlights –

  • Chef Christoff’s signature creations
  • A Cheese Monger pop-up with artisan collections
  • Gourmet meat cuts & truffle burgers

Entertainment – Live DJ performances and race coverage daily

Bookings – + 971 2 656 2000 | +971 55 258 9573 (WhatsApp) SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/bbcyasisland/

PIT STOP 3 – THE BEST OF ITALIA AT FILINI – Radisson Blu Yas Island

Filini Garden is bringing the heat this F1 season, with Italian Michelin-starred Chef Nicola Fossaceca at the helm of the restaurant’s seasonal celebrations. Chef Nicola’s expertise in cooking seafood will be reflected in an exclusive menu of his creations, with dishes designed to be shared. Guest must-haves include Cicoria e Cicale di Mare, Ravioli di Ricotta in Brodetto di Crostacei, and Triglia in Skapece Espresso.  The experience will be complete with live entertainment – such as sax, DJ, and dancers daily – as well as a Peroni Nastro Azzurro activation, available to guests through the race weekend.

Dates – November 23, 24, 25 and 26, 12:30 pm – 3am

Highlights –

  • Chef Nicola’s a la carte menu
  • The Michelin Supper on November 24, 7 to 11 pm – AED 400 (house bevs and cocktails)
  • Sunset Breeze Bash from November 23 to 26, 5 to 7 pm – AED 200 (house bevs)
  • Special shishas available

Entertainment – Sax, DJ and dancers performing daily

Bookings – + 971 2 656 2000 | +971 54 709 1310(WhatsApp) SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/filinigarden/

PIT STOP 4 – LIVE ACTION AT STILLS – Crowne Plaza Yas Island

Featuring an al fresco deck, live entertainment, real-time F1 coverage, and a dedicated Stella Artois pop-up, Stills is set to bring all the live racing action to diners – right from the comfort of their tables. With brunch offers, BBQ pits, and grills, the iconic bar is set to transform into a hub of F1 fandom throughout the biggest sports and entertainment weekend of the year.

Dates – 23, 24, 25 & 26 November, 12pm – 3am

Highlights –

  • outdoor terrace with a Stella Artois pop-up
  • a la carte menu by Chef Krish
  • Race Weekend Fun Brunch on Saturday, 25 November from 12:30-4:30pm – AED 325 (house bevs & cocktails)
  • The Party Pack package from 23-26 November from 5-7pm – AED 200 (house bevs)

Entertainment – Band, DJ, and dancers performing live & real-time race streaming daily

Bookings – +971 2 656 3000 / 3066 WhatsApp: +971 50 667 5815 SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/stillsyasisland/

PIT STOP 5 – GRILL THE GRID AT BLUE GRILL, Yas Island Rotana

The Smokehouse at Blue Grill will be offering a curated à la carte menu featuring classic gourmet meat cuts, poultry, and seafood. To accompany the F1 excitement happening on-track at Yas Marina Circuit, the iconic venue will be operating a Ferrari Trento pop-up activation on its terrace, complete with live entertainment and a dinner feast – guaranteeing non-stop enjoyment to fuel diners’ race weekends.

Dates – 23, 24, 25, and 26 November, 5:30pm to 1am

Highlights –

  • A la carte menu
  • Classic, gourmet meat cuts, poultry, and seafood
  • Ferrari Champagne Bar on the terrace

Entertainment – Live Entertainment

Bookings – +971 2 656 4000 / 4155 SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/bluegrill_yasisland/

PIT STOP 6 – DIRTY DRIFT AT Y BAR, Yas Island Rotana

Y Bar brings South American and Asian influences to your plate with a stylish sharing concept, featuring specialty dishes designed to mark the occasion. The eatery will also be hosting a limited-time Hoegaarden experience in its outdoor terrace and beer garden, bringing diners a unique al fresco experience to complement the vibrant ambiance of Yas Island’s F1 race weekend. DJ’s and live performances will be taking place on-site to sustain visitors.

Dates – 23, 24, 25 and 26 November, 12pm – 3am

Highlights –

  • South American & Asian-inspired menu
  • Stylish sharing concept
  • Hoegaarden Bar and Beer Garden on terrace

Entertainment – Live entertainment daily

Bookings – +971 2 656 4000 / 4155 WhatsApp: +971 58 901 2893 SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/ybar_yasislandrotana/

PIT STOP 7 – CURRY PIT LANE AT RANGOLI, Yas Island Rotana

Rangoli is taking diners on an Indian culinary journey – with a Western twist. Indulge in authentic Indian curries, traditional street food, and thoughtfully picked side dishes that hail from different parts of India with a family and sharing-style menu by Chef Qureshi.

Guests can also enjoy an exclusive Laurent Perrier Bar pop-up and shisha.

Dates – 23, 24, 25 and 26 November, from 5:30pm to 1am

Highlights –

  • Curries & Street Food dishes from India, with a Western twist
  • Family & sharing-style menu by Chef Qureshi
  • Laurent-Perrier bar pop-up
  • Shisha selections from 4pm onwards

Bookings – + 971 2 656 4000 / 4155 SM Handle: https://www.instagram.com/rangoli_yasisland/

PIT STOP 8 – THE IRISH VICKER’S AT CENTRAL PLAZA, Yas Island

Speed up and come down to the party at the final pitstop, The Irish Vicker’s at Central Plaza. The classic Irish pub will complete your Abu Dhabi Grand Prix experience, with large seating, a massive screen for live race coverage, and authentic pub bites available to enjoy at the centre of the iconic Yas Marina Circuit. The guest experience is revved up further with a fast-lane line-up of world-class performers to add an extra layer of excitement to the event, ensuring non-stop fun at the region’s biggest sporting and entertainment weekend of the year!

Dates – 23, 24, 25 and 26 November

Highlights –

  • Gourmet food and a wide selection of beverages
  • Classic Irish Pub atmosphere with live race coverage

Entertainment – line-up of international DJs, live bands, and special guests, including:

DJs

  • Saif&Sound
  • Nuff Said
  • DJ Joe
  • DJ Teddy
  • Rob Forest
  • SK
  • Bambino

International DJs (Irish)

  • Garron music
  • Dane bowers

Bands

  • International Playboys
  • ToneDeaf

Solo Artists

  • Clodagh Bradley
  • Joe Girvin

Entertainment

  • Katrina Sax
  • Bambino
  • Dancers

Bookings: Walk-in

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