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Weekend Dining at Le Chateau, Al Ain

Le Chateau enjoys a priviliged location, directly behind Al Jimi Mall, in Al Ain.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

And as you walk in, you move out of the ordinary world and into a universe of elegance – like entering a fashion magazine!

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

The understated color tones were chosen from a neutral palette of colors, and the resulting ambiance is clean cut and minimalistic, while offering a sophisticated, un-hurried feel of comforting relaxation.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Several private booths are available, as are cute tables that invite conversation.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain
weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

The elegance transfers over to the menus, and the selection of dishes is eclectic – something for everyone, and all tastes are covered.

Whether you are leaning towards tea / coffee and a delicious snack, or going for a full meal, you will find excitement on the menu at Le Chateau!

And of course, nothing less than first class elegance…

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Tea is not simply a cup of tea at Le Chateau – it is an experience that starts with the presentation of the finest porcelain, where no detail is left to chance.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Impeccable service, the aroma of the green tea permeates your senses… you know right away this is no ordinary tea, even before you taste it.

The teapot is unique and special, as indeed are you at Le Chateau – you can’t help but look at your partner and smile.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

And this is how Le Chateau operates.

A refined dining experience, elevated by the combined influence of the environment with the top-choice ingredients: a truly marvelous tea.

And this same philosophy in approach is applied to all menu items.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

A simple lentil soup becomes a highlight.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Sliders so perfect they could be exhibited in The Louvre…

… accompanied by cheesy fries of equal masterpiece credentials.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Corners are simply not cut at Le Chateau…

… see the perfection on a single slice of halloumi cheese, part of a fresh salad: a work of culinary art.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

And so from starters to desserts, all the way through salads, soups, and main dishes, the same attention to detail prevails.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain
weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain
weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Come for coffee and a treat,

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

or join for a full meal, and Le Chateau presents you with no compromise, in both elegance of atmosphere and delicious flavors.

weekenduae Le Chateau Al Ain

Overall, for an intensely satisfying dining experience in Al Ain, either a quick break from the daily routine, or a complete meal with family and friends, at Le Chateau you will find yourself transported to a parallel world of elegance and fulfilment second to none in Al Ain city.