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On the grillMasala grilled whole fish
Seafood BBQ · Al Najda, Abu Dhabi
The day’s catch, grilled over flame.
Whole fish, prawns, lobster and squid, marinated your way and grilled to order. Fresh seafood with bold flavours and coastal soul, in the heart of Abu Dhabi.
On the grill: Seabass, Seabream, Red Snapper, King Fish, Sheri, Jesh, Salmon, Black Pomfret, Prawns, Lobster, Crab, Squid.
Al Yasat Tower · Abu Dhabi
Fresh from the sea. Finished over fire.
We bring the ocean’s freshest catch to your plate, grilled with bold flavours and coastal soul. You choose the fish and the marinade. The flame does the rest.
- Dishes on the menu
- 46
- Kinds of fish and shellfish
- 12
- Signature marinades
- 4
The signature
One catch. Four marinades.
Every fish that reaches our grill is dressed first. Choose one marinade, or split your fish down the middle and have two.
- RedBold chilli masala
- YellowMild, bright and lemony
- GreenFresh green herbs
- BlackDark, peppery spice
From the grill
Plates worth sharing
01Masala Grilled Whole Fish
A whole fish under a thick red masala, grilled until the edges char.
02Grilled Prawns
Shell-on prawns straight off the grill, with mint, onion and tomato.
03Grilled Lobster
Split and grilled in the shell, finished with a squeeze of lemon.
- 04
Salmon Steaks
Thick-cut salmon, shown here in two marinades side by side.
- 05
Grilled Squid
Scored squid in all four marinades on one board.
06Rice with Cashews
Fragrant rice with cashews, raisins and mint, the side for everything.
Why choose grilled fish
Good for you. Better over fire.
- 01
A healthier way to cook
Grilling needs very little added fat, and what the fish carries drips away over the heat.
- 02
Rich in nutrients
Fish is a natural source of protein, omega-3 fats and vitamins.
- 03
Naturally delicious
Flame brings out the flavour that is already in fresh fish.
- 04
Light but satisfying
Low in calories, and still a full, generous meal.
- 05
Good for the heart
Oily fish is widely recommended as part of a heart-friendly diet.
- 06
Easy to digest
Lean, tender flesh that sits lightly.
- 07
Made your way
Pick your fish and your marinade.
- 08
Looks as good as it tastes
Charred skin, bright spice, a whole fish on the board.
Come as you are
A table for every occasion
Family tables
Whole fish, big platters and plenty of rice. Food made to be passed around.
Book a tableCelebrations
Birthdays, gatherings and special occasions. Tell us what you are celebrating when you book.
Book a tableA night out
Good seafood, warm service and no rush. Order a starter and let the grill work.
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Our story
Where the ocean’s bounty meets the grill’s smoky embrace
Shams Al Bahar is a seafood BBQ restaurant built around one idea: start with the freshest fish we can find, and cook it with care over flame. No shortcuts, no heavy sauces, just good seafood done properly.
The journal
Stories from the grill
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Reserve a table
Pull up a chair. The grill is already hot.
Send your date, time and party size. Our team will contact you to confirm your table.
- Al Yasat Tower, Al Najda, Abu DhabiNear ADNOC petrol station, opposite Al Raha HospitalGet directions
- info@shamsalbahar.com