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The Region’s Favourite Restaurant, Leisure & Entertainment Awards
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To salute the efforts of our hospitality industry in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we’re delighted to announce the return of the What’s On Awards – the largest food and entertainment industry awards in the UAE, and the only awards voted for by the public.
The What’s On Awards attracts hundreds of entries from outlets and individuals hoping to take home a coveted trophy. Attended by the crème de la crème of the country’s hospitality and entertainment professionals, it is the industry’s most glamorous night of the year.
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Dubai & Abu Dhabi Ceremonies
Proof of vaccination upon entry ( this may change as per government guidelines)
Over 21’s
Invite only
Categories
Dubai
RESTAURANTS
(BELOW DHS400)
(BELOW DHS400)
Favourite All-Day Dining Restaurant
Favourite Asian Restaurant
Favourite British Restaurant
Favourite Brunch
Favourite European Restaurant
Favourite Greek Restaurant
Favourite Indian Restaurant
Favourite Italian Restaurant
Favourite Japanese Restaurant
Favourite Latin American Restaurant
Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant
Favourite Modern American Restaurant
Favourite Seafood Restaurant
Favourite Pet-Friendly Restaurant
RESTAURANTS
(ABOVE DHS400)
(ABOVE DHS400)
Favourite Brunch
Favourite Asian Restaurant
Favourite European Restaurant
Favourite Greek Restaurant
Favourite Indian Restaurant
Favourite Italian Restaurant
Favourite Japanese Restaurant
Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant
Favourite Seafood Restaurant
Favourite Steakhouse Restaurant
Favourite French Restaurant
ENTERTAINMENT CATEGORY
Favourite Attraction
Favourite Bar
Favourite Concert, Show or Festival
Favourite Daycation
Favourite Sporting Event
Favourite Staycation
LEISURE CATEGORY
Favourite Beauty Salon
Favourite Fitness/Wellness Club
Favourite Spa
FOOD CONCEPTS
Favourite Afternoon Tea
Favourite Business lunch
Favourite Café
Favourite Delivery Service
Favourite Lifestyle App
Favourite Healthy Restaurant
Favourite Pub Grub
Favourite Expo Food Concept
Favourite Burger
Favourite Alfresco Restaurant
Abu Dhabi
RESTAURANTS
(BELOW DHS400)
(BELOW DHS400)
Favourite Asian Restaurant
Favourite Brunch
Favourite European Restaurant
Favourite Indian Restaurant
Favourite Italian Restaurant
Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant
RESTAURANTS
(ABOVE DHS400)
(ABOVE DHS400)
Favourite Asian Restaurant
Favourite Brunch
Favourite European Restaurant
Favourite All-Day Dining Restaurant
Favourite Indian Restaurant
Favourite Italian Restaurant
Favourite Japanese Restaurant
Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant
Favourite Seafood Restaurant
Favourite Steakhouse
Favourite Latin American Restaurant
ENTERTAINMENT CATEGORY
Favourite Attraction
Favourite Concert
Favourite Daycation
Favourite Luxury Staycation
Favourite Sporting Event
LEISURE CATEGORY
Favourite Fitness/Wellness Club
Favourite Spa
FOOD CONCEPTS
Favourite Afternoon Tea
Favourite Business lunch
Favourite Café
Favourite Healthy Restaurant
Favourite Pub Grub
Favourite Mall Dining
NIGHTLIFE
Favourite Bar
Favourite Grape and Cheese Night
Favourite Sundowner Spot
Favourite Evening Brunch
Favourite Happy Hour
Favourite Ladies' Night
KEY DATES
What’s On Awards Abu Dhabi ceremony
March 2023
What’s On Awards Dubai ceremony
March 2023
2022 Sponsors & Partners
Culinary Partner
Dubai Beverage Partner
Abu Dhabi Beverage Partner
Structral Partner
Vote Processing Partner
Presented By
Contact
For Editorial Enquiries
Elise Kerr
For Sponsorship & Tables Enquiries – Dubai
Violeta Popescu
Varsha Bhatia
For Sponsorship & Tables Enquiries –
Abu Dhabi
Taran Singh
For Event Enquiries
Stuart Norbury
For Marketing & Media Partnerships
Dominic Clerici
For Registration Enquiries
Clarice Labicasi
