Like just about everyone else on planet earth, we like a good deal. Especially if it comes to our grape and hops. In fact, the cheaper the better we say.
Luckily, Abu Dhabi is filled with awesome offers, from hotel stays and pool-day deals to happy hours, ladies nights and, some great bargain nights out.
To be nice, we, of course, rounded up the latter for you. So, without any further delay, here’s where to get the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi.
Cheers!
Where to find the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi
AT25
Ok, so this one might require some maths wizardry to understand why it made it onto our list of cheap drinks in Abu Dhabi (luckily it’s the first one on the list, hey), but trust us, the mental gymnastics will be well worth it. On Saturdays, you can get 10 house beverages for just Dhs50 at the bar – that equates to Dhs5 per drink and very much deserving of a spot on our list.
Sat 4pm-8pm. Marriott Hotel Downtown, Abu Dhabi, marriott.com (02 304 7777).
Atlon Bar & Bistro
Serving up some of the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi, at Atlon Bar & Bistro you can enjoy select beverages from Dhs10 and 50 percent off on food from 5pm to 6pm, house beverages from Dhs15 and 30 percent off on food from 6pm to 7pm, and house beverages from Dhs20 and 20 percent off on food from 7pm to 8pm from Mondays to Fridays. Apart from some of the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi, the bar and bistro is also known for its great music selections and for having a really fun atmosphere, as well as some tasty bar bites. Don’t miss the Sunday roast if you’re looking for something heartier.
Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm. Souq Qaryat Al Beri, Khor Al Maqta, @atlonabudhabi (058 575 3414).
You might also like: Best bar food in Abu Dhabi 2023
Blu Sky Lounge
With house beverages coming in at Dhs20 and up, Blu Sky Lounge just made it onto our list of the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi. The sports bar at the Southern Sun Abu Dhabi runs a decent happy hour special, so make sure to get there on time to score some good deals.
Wed-Mon 9pm-3am; Thu 3pm-3am. Southern Sun Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah, southernsun.com (02 818 4888).
Brewhouse Gastropub
Another sneaky deal, Brewhouse Gastropub offers selected pints for just Dhs12 between noon and 9pm Sundays to Thursdays, as well as a 330ml hops for Dhs10. The pub also runs a drinks special from Sundays to Fridays: buy two and get one free on selected house beverages between noon and 10pm, with prices starting from Dhs30 (that’s Dhs15 per drink).
Sun-Thu noon-9pm. Cristal Hotel, Madinat Zayed, @brewhouseabudhabi (02 652 0111).
c.mondo
c.mondo is another bar that just made it onto our list of budget drinks in Abu Dhabi, with prices for house bevvies starting at Dhs20 during the bar’s daily happy hour special which runs from 5pm to 9pm. Grab a quick drink after work here, meet up with friends or watch the game while enjoying the great drinks special and bar bites.
Daily 5pm-9pm. Centro Capital Centre, rotana.com (02 409 6514).
Diablito
With house beverages from as little as Dhs19 during happy hour (Monday to Friday from noon until 6pm), Diablito is one of the top spots if you’re looking for the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi. You’ll also find good food and music here, as well as killer sunset views from the rooftop terrace, making it not only a top spot the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi but also for watching the sun set.
Mon-Fri noon-6pm. Yas Marina, Yas Island, diablitofoodandmusic.ae (02 565 1175).
You might also like: Where to go for sundowners in Abu Dhabi
Le Noir Café
Looking for the best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi? Then head on over to Le Noir Café on Mondays to Thursdays between 4pm and 7pm for their happy hour. House beverages are priced from Dhs13 and up during the period, so you can be sure of a great bargain. The stylish café also serves up good food, including a mouthwatering signature burger, lemon ricotta linguini, and pan-seared seabass, so why not stay for dinner?
Mon-Thu 4pm-7pm. The Collection, Saadiyat Island, lenoircafe.com (02 448 4859).
The Warehouse
Another establishment just making it onto the list of best budget drinks in Abu Dhabi is The Warehouse. Located at Pearl Rotana in Al Rawdah, a bit of an unusual location, The Warehouse is almost always busy. This bar offers a daily happy hour with house beverages starting at Dhs20, as well as brilliant vibes and even better bar bites (bonus: there is a 20 percent discount on food during happy hour, too).
Open daily 5pm-8pm. Pearl Rotana – Capital Centre, rotana.com (02 307 5552).
Up & Below
This bar at the Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center Abu Dhabi runs a daily drinks special with house beverages starting at Dhs18. Enjoy your (almost) free bevvie poolside at the rooftop bar if the weather is nice or inside, while chilling to the beat.
Sun-Thu 3pm-midnight; Fri-Sat 3pm-9pm. Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, morecravings.com (02 698 2222).
You might also like: Best pub food in Abu Dhabi 2023
