Relax@12

Relax@12 is a rooftop-style lounge on the 12th floor of Aloft Abu Dhabi, combining an evening drinks setting with sushi, sashimi and Asian-inspired small plates. The venue’s terrace provides an outdoor setting for catching a breeze and watching the sunset, while the indoor space includes a dance floor at TWELVE by Relax@12.

The menu focuses on Japanese favourites and broader Asian bites. Sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi and gunkan sit alongside tempura, prawn rolls, duck crepes, satay, spring rolls, salads and other shareable plates. Vegetarian choices are included, with options built around vegetables, tofu and seaweed as well as seafood and meat.

Relax@12 is designed for relaxed evening socialising rather than formal dining. The atmosphere suits after-work drinks, casual celebrations, ladies’ nights and groups looking to share food before moving to the dance floor. Cocktails and other drinks form part of the experience, while the terrace offers a quieter way to enjoy the setting during sunset.

The venue works well for guests seeking a late-evening lounge with a Japanese-led menu and a social atmosphere. It can accommodate different styles of visit, from a few drinks and light bites to a longer meal built around shared dishes. The combination of indoor seating, an outdoor terrace and music-led nightlife gives the venue more than one pace across the evening.

Located within the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre complex, Relax@12 offers a convenient choice for nearby hotel guests, exhibition visitors and groups meeting around the exhibition district. The late-night format makes it more suited to evening occasions and adult social gatherings than daytime dining or a traditional family restaurant.