Abu Dhabi: This 62-Day Yas Island Dining Festival Could Get You VIP Race Week Access; Here’s How!

Yas Bay Waterfront and Yas Marina are rolling out Summer Pitstop from 1 July to 31 August 2025, a 62-day dine and win campaign where foodies can score big. With every AED 100 spent across 25 buzzing restaurants, diners enter a draw to win Race Week experiences at the Abu Dhabi GP.

by Deeplata Garde
Abu Dhabi: This 62-Day Yas Island Dining Festival Could Get You VIP Race Week Access; Here’s How!

Yas Bay Waterfront and Yas Marina are bringing the heat this summer. From July 1st to August 31st 2025, foodies across the UAE can dive into Summer Pitstop, a 62-day dine and win campaign that goes beyond your usual meal deal at Yas Island. With over 25 buzzing venues in play, every AED 100 spent could land you front and centre at the Abu Dhabi GP Race Week.

Dine, Win & Go VIP At Yas Island’s Hottest Summer Campaign

 

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Whether you’re a brunch loyalist, a night owl with a thing for DJ beats, or just someone who loves a good steak, there’s a plate and a prize with your name on it. And not just any prize. We’re talking the grandest of all, a VIP Mega Fan Experience for four of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 by Yas Bay Waterfront and Yas Marina. 

The Prizes That’ll Make You Sprint To The Nearest Table

One lucky winner will win the VIP Mega Fan Experience, including

  • Four days of top-tier hospitality at Luna Lounge
  • 360-degree views of Turns 14, 15, and 16
  • Gourmet food, live music, and superstar DJs
  • Pit Lane Walk access
  • After-race concerts
  • A day pass to any Yas Island theme park
  • Entry to cultural landmarks across Abu Dhabi

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Every two weeks, another winner gets a three-day Premium North Straight Grandstand access pass for two. That means fast cars, epic fan zones, celeb sightings, and plenty of Instagrammable moments.

All winners also enjoy access to the island’s top attractions. So yes, it’s a race week AND a mini staycation all rolled into one.

Where To Dine & How To Enter This Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Drill

You’ve got 25 sizzling venues to choose from across Yas Marina and Yas Bay Waterfront. Here’s the drill:

  • Spend at least AED 100 in a single dine-in bill at a participating venue
  • Upload your receipt to summerpitstop.ae
  • Keep your physical receipt safe so you’ll need it if you win

Top Spots to Check Out

At Yas Marina:
Sip smooth coffee at Boroughs, enjoy elevated bites at Michelin Bib Gourmand spot Mika, or soak in glam vibes at Iris. The newly opened Bla Bla Bar is also turning heads.

At Yas Bay Waterfront:
Catch family fun at Central, party it up at Lock, Stock & Barrel or McCafferty’s, or lounge in style at Café Del Mar. Fancy a more relaxed catch-up? Head to EL&N or The Lighthouse. You’ll find something for every mood and moment.

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Participating Venues

Yas Marina:

  • Bla Bla Bar
  • Boroughs
  • Iris Yas Island
  • Ishtar
  • Mika
  • Stars ‘N’ Bars

Yas Bay Waterfront:

  • Art Market
  • Asia Asia Abu Dhabi
  • Barbossa Abu Dhabi
  • Bua Thai Café
  • Café del Mar Abu Dhabi
  • Central
  • Daikan Izakaya
  • EL&N London
  • Hanar
  • Hunter & Barrel
  • Lock, Stock & Barrel
  • McCafferty’s
  • Nuri Grill & Bar
  • Paradiso Abu Dhabi
  • Pop City
  • The Lighthouse
  • Bushra by Buddha-Bar
  • Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar
  • Zeera by Buddha-Bar

This summer, skip the boring dinner plans. Go out, eat well, and give your foodie adventures a shot at full-throttle glory. Yas Island is serving more than just meals, it’s serving memories on a silver platter.

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First Published: July 22, 2025 11:14 AM