Al Shams Restaurant & Bar
Sir Bani Yas Island, Al Dhafra
Restaurant in Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Al Shams Restaurant & Bar is worth considering if you are already on Sir Baniyas Island and want an easy Al Dhafra meal without heavy planning. Treat it as a convenient lunch or early dinner option rather than a destination booking; cross-shop Savannah Grill & Lounge or The Palm if the meal needs a clearer occasion or atmosphere.
About Al Shams Restaurant & Bar
Al Shams Restaurant & Bar is a direct option to consider in Al Dhafra when the practical details matter most. It is open daily from 12 to 10:30 PM, and the dress code is casual.
Use it for convenience, not a high-stakes dining plan
The clearest reason to keep Al Shams Restaurant & Bar on a shortlist is its daily operating window: Monday through Sunday, 12 to 10:30 PM. That can be useful when your schedule in Al Dhafra is still taking shape and you want a casual venue with broadly consistent hours.
For a first visit, keep expectations grounded. It is suitable for a simple, practical plan, not a special-occasion recommendation built around an acclaimed chef, defined cuisine, or menu format.
Where it fits among Al Dhafra options
If you are comparing named alternatives, Savannah Grill & Lounge is one option to review alongside Al Shams Restaurant & Bar. Use the comparison only as a planning prompt, since a detailed cuisine, price, or service-style contrast is not available.
The Palm is another venue to keep in mind when you are building a shortlist. Choose Al Shams Restaurant & Bar when its Al Dhafra location, casual dress code, and daily 12 to 10:30 PM hours fit your plans; compare other options when you need more specific information before committing a key meal slot.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–10:30 PM · Tuesday: 12–10:30 PM
- Location
- Al Dhafra Islands - Sir Baniyas Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
- Phone
- +971 2 801 5400
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, island-style dining with breezy poolside and beachside atmosphere; evenings can include cocktails, shisha, and sunset views over the Gulf.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
- Opened
- 1985
Signature Dishes
- Dajaj Mousahab
- Arayes
- Samak Mashwi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Al Dhafra Islands - Sir Baniyas Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12–10:30 PM
Location
Al Dhafra Islands - Sir Baniyas Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates · Directions
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Al Shams Restaurant & Bar is the practical pick when ease is the priority in Al Dhafra. With booking difficulty signaled as easy and no confirmed price tier or awards, it is better for low-pressure meals than for a splurge. Savannah Grill & Lounge is the stronger cross-shop if the group wants a more deliberate dinner choice in the same area.
The Palm is the other local alternative to check before committing. Choose Al Shams Restaurant & Bar for convenience on Sir Baniyas Island; choose The Palm when the meal itself needs to carry more of the occasion.
Among the wider, Qatar Airways, Riva, and Q Lounge & Restaurant are less useful as direct Al Dhafra substitutes because they sit outside the local decision set. Keep the decision local: Al Shams for ease, Savannah Grill & Lounge for a more intentional dinner, and The Palm as the backup when atmosphere matters more than pure convenience.
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Compare Al Shams Restaurant & Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Al Shams Restaurant & Bar | Al Dhafra | No published awards |
| Savannah Grill & Lounge | Al Dhafra | No published awards |
| The Palm | Al Dhafra | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence |
| Qatar Airways | Doha | No published awards |
| Riva | Doha | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 2026We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin Plate |
| Q Lounge & Restaurant | Doha | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Al Shams Restaurant & Bar?
Start with the basics: it is in Al Dhafra, open daily from 12 to 10:30 PM, and has a casual dress code. Information on cuisine, chef, price tier, award history, or menu format is not available, so confirm any meal-specific expectations before you go.
Is lunch or dinner better at Al Shams Restaurant & Bar?
Hours run from 12 to 10:30 PM every day, but lunch or dinner menu details are not available.
Is Al Shams Restaurant & Bar good for a special occasion?
It is a casual Al Dhafra option with daily 12 to 10:30 PM hours.
What are alternatives to Al Shams Restaurant & Bar?
Savannah Grill & Lounge and The Palm are two named venues to compare while planning. For Al Shams Restaurant & Bar itself, details include Al Dhafra, casual dress, and daily hours from 12 to 10:30 PM.
How far ahead should I book Al Shams Restaurant & Bar?
Booking lead time for Al Shams Restaurant & Bar is not available. Because it is open daily from 12 to 10:30 PM, it may fit a range of schedules, but you should confirm booking requirements directly, especially for groups or fixed plans.
