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( 07-226 4030; Al Qawasim Corniche; mains Dh40-105; noon-midnight)
Chef Guiseppe Randazzo
pairs punctilious craftsmanship with a passion for classic recipes passed down through
generations of his Italian family. Tuck into flavour-packed porcini ravioli or pistachio-en-
crusted rack of lamb while taking in views of the creek, then enjoy a post-prandial
shee-
sha
on the upstairs terrace.
Passage to Asia$$$
ASIAN
( 07-228 8844;
www.3hilton.com
; Hilton Ras Al Khaimach Resort & Spa; nigiri Dh45-75, mains Dh65-130;
6.30-11.30pm)
The menu at this elegant restaurant combines two of Asia's most popular
cuisines: Japanese and Thai. Kudos for the lovely setting amid tropical flowers and the
wonderfully attentive service. It's right next to the
Pura Vida
(
07-228 8844; Al Maareedh St;
dinner)
Brazilian restaurant, in case you're more in the
mains Dh105-220, churrasco Dh205;
mood for meat.
Drinking & Entertainment
Tree Top Bar
BAR
(Al Jazah Rd, Doubletree Hotel; noon-1am)
Enjoy alfresco drinks and mellow tunes with the city
and creek glistening below from the rooftop terrace of this central hotel. Snacks available.
Club Acacia
NIGHTCLUB
( 243 4421;
www.acaciahotelrak.com
;
Acacia Hotel, Jazirat Al Hamra; 10pm-3am)
Cut some rug on the
dance floor of this stylish disco at the Acacia Hotel or come for karaoke, darts and snook-
er.
RAK Popular Café
CAFE
( 07-228 8334; Hotel Rd; 4pm-1am)
Local guys love the traditional
barasti
coffeehouse
overlooking the lagoon where they play backgammon, drink coffee and puff on a
sheesha
well into the night.
Grand Manar
CINEMA
