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A Gastro Trip to Abu Dhabi: The Best Restaurants

From authentic Emirati cuisine to the best steaks, from lunch at the fish market to dinner in one of the most romantic restaurants.
Nestled in Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Bord’ Eau by Nicolas Isnard is a Michelin-selected 2025 restaurant offering inventive contemporary French cuisine in the opulent, Belle Époque setting.
​Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri​70, Hamad Mohamed Thani Al Rumaithi street​RB2, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Ryba
Restaurant
Located in Zayed Port near Al Mina fish market, ryba is a modern seafood gem awarded Bib Gourmand and Opening of the Year in the Michelin Guide Abu Dhabi 2025. It serves generous, expertly prepared grilled hammour and locally sourced seafood, blending Emirati heritage with global flair.
​31, Al Marabi street​Freezone 2, Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Mika
Restaurant
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Located in Yas Marina, Mika brings a fresh Mediterranean flair to the Abu Dhabi dining scene, all while maintaining approachable pricing. Also recognized with a Bib Gourmand and the Michelin Service Award, Mika offers a warm, relaxed ambiance with terrace seating, freshly baked breads, house-cured salmon, and a standout signature dessert—‘Nonna’s’ tiramisu.
​Abu Dhabi​YS1, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Talea by Antonio Guida
Italian restaurant
Talea by Antonio Guida is awarded one Michelin Star for its understated Italian sophistication. Chef Antonio Guida made and cemented his reputation in Milan and in Talea he offers "Cucina di Famiglia", or family-style cooking: simple but exhilarating flavors. The Michelin Guide notes the purity and vibrancy of sublime dishes such as Maccheroncelli alla Genovese, turbot with Mediterranean Guazzetto and tiramisu that's made right in front of you.
​Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi Hotel​1, Corniche street​Ras Al Akhdar, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Hakkasan
Modern chinese restaurant
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An outpost of the popular Cantonese chain, co-founded by innovative chef Alan Yau, Hakkasan in the Emirates Palace hotel offers classics such as Peking duck or Chilean sea bass with honey, as well as their celebrated dim sum in chic oriental interiors. The Michelin Guide also mentions knowledgeable and engaging service and the vibrant and buzzing atmosphere.
​Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi Hotel​1, Corniche street​Ras Al Akhdar, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
99 Sushi Bar
Restaurant
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A chic Japanese restaurant awarded with a Michelin star for finesse and precision in their well-constructed and beautifully presented dishes. The Michelin guide especially recommends the red shrimp, imported like most of the seafood in 99 Sushi Bar from Spain — the native country of the owners.
​The Galleria Al Maryah Island Mall​79, Hamouda Bin Ali Al Dhaheri street​MI1, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Meylas
Emarati restaurant
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Emirati cuisine in a restaurant more known to locals than to tourists (which is usually a good sign). Huge portions, reasonable prices.
​Al Muneera Beach Plaza​65, Ar Raha street​RBW2, Al Rahah, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
A friendly place, a blend of an Arabian coffeehouse and a European cafe. Here you can sit with a book or a laptop, have breakfast or lunch, or simply a cup of organic coffee. Cozy, full of light, free Wi-Fi.
​50, Nad Ash Shiba street​W12, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Butcher & Still
Steakhouse
A steakhouse in the Four Seasons hotel is inspired by 1920s Chicago (all rich wood and leather) and offers great gin cocktails and a nice view from a terrace overlooking downtown Abu Dhabi. 
​Four Seasons Hotel​2, Abu Dhabi Global Market - First street​MI1, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Al Fanar
Emarati restaurant
Located inside Yas Mall, near Ferrari theme park, Al Fanar offers authentic Emirati cuisine in a traditional setting (the place is named after a kerosene lamp people used to light their homes in Dubai in the old days). A mutton or chicken kebab marinated in Arabian spices and served with rice costs about 100 AED. 
​YAS Mall​1, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Highway street​YS1, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
The Oak Room
British restaurant
A steakhouse featuring a “meat sommelier” with a real passion for steaks. A steak would cost 120–750 AED, beef tartare — 100 AED.
​The Abu Dhabi Edition Hotel​63, Sinan Bin Khadim Al Muhairi street​W35, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Villa Toscana
Restaurant
A pricey (but definitely worth it)  Italian restaurant with excellent service. Fresh Penne pasta with four Tuscan Pecorino cheeses (95 AED) is especially recommended.  Vegan, dairy free, and gluten free options available.
​Tower A​Abu Dhabi​W44, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
Lebanese Mill
Cafeteria and restaurant
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Old fans of this Lebanese cafe say that the quality has slightly gone down recently, but portions are still extremely generous, prices are reasonable and chicken shawarmas are still one of the best in town.
​4, Bayt Ash Sha ar street​E11, Al Danah, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Emirate
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