Suhail @Qasr Al Sarab, Abu Dhabi
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara / Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi
Restaurant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Suhail is the rooftop steakhouse at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra region. Dry-aged beef and Josper cooking define the menu, with indoor seating and an outdoor setting overlooking the desert.
About Suhail @Qasr Al Sarab, Abu Dhabi
A rooftop restaurant in Al Dhafra
Suhail belongs to Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, in the Empty Quarter landscape of Abu Dhabi emirate. This is a desert destination in Al Dhafra, not a restaurant in central Abu Dhabi city. Experience Abu Dhabi places the resort at 1 Qasr Al Sarab Road and describes it as around 200 kilometres from the city. That geography matters when arranging dinner: a booking here should be planned as part of a desert visit, with transport considered separately from the restaurant reservation.
Steaks and Josper cooking
Anantara currently describes Suhail as a rooftop steakhouse and highlights dry-aged cuts and food cooked in a Josper oven. Listed examples include dry-aged wagyu tomahawk, Australian wagyu rib-eye and slow-braised short ribs with house-made barbecue sauce. The operator's cuisine tag is Latin American, while the clearest practical description of the food is steakhouse cooking. The restaurant page links both a dining menu and a master wine list. These references establish the emphasis on beef and wine without implying that a particular cut, size or vintage will always be available.
Indoor comfort and desert views
The dining setting combines an outdoor rooftop outlook over the wadi with an air-conditioned indoor room. Anantara also describes armchair seating and sunset cocktails, so the venue includes a bar component as well as dinner. Its older official factsheet identifies smart-casual dress, but visitors should confirm the current requirement when booking. A dedicated TableCheck link is provided for Suhail, distinct from the hotel's room-booking system. Use that restaurant channel to ask about terrace seating, dietary needs and arrangements for anyone visiting without an overnight stay.
World Culinary Awards recognition
Suhail @Qasr Al Sarab, Abu Dhabi is the 2026 winner in Abu Dhabi's Best Culinary Experience 2026. These category awards are distinct from Michelin stars or an inspection-based numerical restaurant score.
The published voting rules distinguish public voters from verified industry voters, whose votes carry twice the weight. The award identifies a category winner rather than supplying a tasting score for every restaurant.
Sources and planning
Planning details
- Location
- Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, 1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi emirate, UAE
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- anantara.com/en/qasr-al-sarab-abu-dhabi/restaurants/suhail
- Phone
- +971 2 886 2088
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant rooftop steakhouse atmosphere with cozy armchairs, air-conditioned indoor seating, sunset cocktails, and sweeping views over the wadi/desert.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options, Halal
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- 30 days dry-aged Josper-grilled wagyu tomahawk steak
- 21 days dry-aged Josper-grilled wagyu Australian rib-eye
- braised short ribs
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, 1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi emirate, UAE
Planning details
Location
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, 1 Qasr Al Sarab Road, Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi emirate, UAE · Directions
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Suhail in Abu Dhabi city?
No. It is at Qasr Al Sarab in the Al Dhafra desert region of Abu Dhabi emirate.
What is Suhail's food focus?
The current official description emphasizes steaks, dry-aged beef and Josper-oven cooking.
Is indoor dining available?
Yes. Anantara identifies an air-conditioned indoor dining room as well as the rooftop setting.
