Restaurants & Bars - Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort

Taste, our signature Thai restaurant; Swaad, meaning Taste in Hindi is our traditional Indian eatery and Sapore meaning Taste in Italian is our popular fine dining Italian restaurant…the theme of Taste underscores the importance we place on ensuring that our food and beverage offering is on par with our service. 

Be it Tom Yum at Taste or a fiery curry at Swaad or even an authentic wood-fire pizza at Sapore, Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort promises an unexpected culinary extravaganza. 

Discover new tastes and gourmet treats at the nine delightful restaurants and bars housed in the resort - there's truly something to suit every taste. This array of dining options also makes Le Méridien Al Aqah an ideal setting for hosting an anniversary, birthday celebration, wedding, or any special occasion.
 

Restaurants and Bars at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort

Taste

Inspired by the intricate art of the expert Thai kitchen, Taste, the hotel's signature restaurant, offers culinary adventure serving mouth-watering dishes in stylish surroundings; there is a licensed bar with live music and dining al fresco during the cooler months. 

• Cuisine: Thai
• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Hours: 07:00 AM - 10:30 PM
• Atmosphere: Fine Dining 

Swaad

An elegant Indian restaurant offering authentic cuisine in a contemporary atmosphere. The exotic blend of herbs and spices and the intricate preparatory methods are all intended to let the aromas and flavours sink into both the fare and your senses

• Cuisine: Indian
• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Hours: 07:00 PM - 10:30 PM
• Atmosphere: Fine Dining 

Sapore

A modern Italian fine dining restaurant due to open in August 2009. Serving a fine selection of light meals during the day in an informal setting and turns over to an Italian Fine Dining restaurant for dinner.

• Cuisine: Italian
• Dress Code: Casual during the day and smart casual for dinner
• Hours: 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM and 07:00 PM to 10:30 PM
• Atmosphere: Casual dining during the day and fine dining for dinner 

Gonu Bar and Grill 

On the shores of our private beach offering an exquisite selection of snacks, light meals and refreshing drinks. While dining, you will be treated to the stunning views of the Indian Ocean, making it a perfect place to enjoy sunset and relax under the stars.

• Cuisine: International Bar and Grill
• Dress Code: Casual
• Hours: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM ; 07:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Atmosphere: Beach Side 

Views

This vibrant brasserie is open every day of the week for buffet breakfast, lunch and Dinner. Al A Carte menu is available 24 hrs. Enjoy fresh seasonal fare, festive themed nights every day, and buzzing live entertainment.

• Cuisine: International Buffet
• Dress Code: Casual
• Hours: 24 Hrs
• Atmosphere: Brasserie - Casual dining

Astros

Gaze at the stars at Astro's. Le Méridien's top floor bar overlooks the Indian Ocean and provides a wide range of innovative drink options including cocktails, regional beers and a choice from an extensive wine list - as well as several inspired non-alcoholic mixes.

• Cuisine: Bar
• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Hours: Saturday - Wednesday 06:00 PM - 01:00 AM and Thursday - Friday 06:00 PM - 02:00 AM
• Atmosphere: Bar over looking the Indian Ocean

Baywatch Beach Bar

• Cuisine: International
• Dress Code: Casual
• Hours: 10:00 AM to 0600 PM
• Atmosphere: Beach Side

Baywatch Pool Bar

• Cuisine: International
• Dress Code: Casual
• Hours: 10:00 AM to 0600 PM
• Atmosphere: Pool

Tea & Dates

The airy lobby café, Tea and Dates, serves an assortment of scrumptious pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and salads.

• Dress Code: Casual 
• Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM 
• Atmosphere: Relaxed