Nestled along the shimmering coastline of the Arabian Gulf, Abu Dhabi boasts a culinary scene as diverse and vibrant as its skyline. Amidst this gastronomic paradise, a select few restaurants offer not only exquisite cuisine but also breathtaking views that elevate dining to an unforgettable experience. From panoramic vistas of the glittering cityscape to tranquil waterfront settings overlooking the turquoise waters, these establishments promise a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Join us on a journey through the best restaurants in Abu Dhabi with a view, where every meal is served with a side of awe-inspiring scenery and unparalleled ambiance. Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner under starlit skies or simply craving some culinary indulgence with a stunning backdrop, these dining destinations are guaranteed to leave you mesmerized by both their flavors and their vistas.
Sugandhi Shenoy: The food counters were never ending and how I wish we had a bigger tummy and a bigger appetite!😌 What I loved the most was the quality of the food served! Though it was a huge brunch, there was no compromise on the quality at all! The scallops counter was my favorite followed by the pizza counter and the grill counter! Desserts were killers! Really appreciate the finesse of the desserts! We were spoilt for choice and were in real fix on what to choose? All together a marvelous experience and we are surely going back there. What I would like to specifically mention is, the level of safety hygiene and covid protocols they follow! The tables are so well sanitized and socially distanced. Even the food counters are all well attended by the staff!! Service Dine in Meal type Brunch
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Alyssa PC: Been planning for an International Buffet for my birthday celebration with some friends and I didn’t expect that we will have a great experience here. Foods are great and delicious. Staffs are very accomodating and to mention a very excellent service from Mr. Tobin and Ms. Vicky for attending us and always smiling! Keep up the good service and we will surely come back for the themed nights next time. 😊💯 Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 100–150
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Angel Ilagan: We had a wonderful dining experience at the CuiScene. Ambience was perfect for the family experience! Tobin was ready and prompt to assist us and make sure that our table is kept clear and our drinks overflow. Tobin is very accommodating and very professional. Vicky went to our table and made sure that we were having a great dining experience. She even gave a complimentary cake for our birthday girl. All smiles and checking on us. Ravi also was ready to assist and very helpful, too. Ready to help with warmth and smile. Will come back for sure. We love the kindness of the staff here! Shout out to this team who made us feel welcome and well looked-after! ❤️ Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 200–250
Villa Toscana
Address :
Nation Towers – The St. Regis Abu Dhabi – W Corniche Rd – Abu Dhabi
DAVID DOUGLAS: Bit late in reviewing our amazing experience at Villa Toscana at St Regis Hotel, Corniche, in Abu Dhabi. During the Christmas celebrations my wife and I visited this lovely Italian restaurant on Christmas Day and returned again on New Years Eve. I contacted the Manager, Domenico, in advance, as we are both vegans and they went out of their way to prepare an amazing set vegan menu for both occasions. Domenico emailed us in advance to review the menu which made us feel very special. We were overjoyed with our Christmas Day experience so had no hesitation in booking for New Years Eve. We were very well attended to by Domenico and his team and cannot thank them enough for making our first Christmas and New Year in Abu Dhabi so memorable. Highly recommended, not just for vegans!
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Ahmed q8: It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. Amazing wines, food and service. Chef Vittorio are extremely humble and make great recommendations.
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Alaa Mansour: Amazing restaurant with cozy atmosphere, very nice staff and great food, we had an excellent experience celebrating my sister’s birthday Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 200–250
Jauna Fakhari: 10 out of 10 recommend getting brunch here!! We were staying at a hotel near by but wanted to visit Emirates Palace. I thought about just making a reservation at Le Cafe, to try the gold cappuccino everyone talks about, but so glad we did this buffet instead! Had the most wonderful view sitting on the balcony. Had so many different options, could not try everything! You can order special items to be made, such as lobster eggs, avocado toast, crepes, lattes or cappuccinos. They have fresh smoothies, fresh juices and even mimosas. Definitely come hungry to make it worth it! Also everyone treated us so well, so attentive, definitely felt like we were dining at a Palace. We were also scared to find out how much it cost at the end, but felt like it was totally reasonable and worth it! And then we walked around the hotel afterwards of course, such a beautiful place. Meal type Brunch
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Wilna Horstmanshof: We were very impressed. We presented ourselves for the buffet and not only was there a plethora of international dishes, but each dish had its own unique taste. A truly beautiful restaurant.
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Ekata Mohapatra: Amazing food and ambiance. Absolutely resonates with the expectations you would have when you make a reservation at Emirates Palace. Staffs are warm and cordial. Food is sumptuous. The ambiance definitely elevate you mood.
Hakkasan Abu Dhabi
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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental – W Corniche Rd – Al Ras Al Akhdar – Abu Dhabi
J M: The food and service were very good. We had already decided on a menu before the visit. Unfortunately, it was not available that evening. Our very friendly waiter has consulted with the chef and so we could enjoy it in a slightly modified form. It was a delicious tasteful journey into Cantonese cuisine. Also to be highlighted is the friendly service and our waiter Khaing he took time to recommend things, explain and was a very good host. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 400–450
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Marina Azizian – BIRBAUM: I’ve been in Hakkasan in London many years ago. This time we have had an Iftar with friends. One of the best Chinese restaurants. Food is absolutely delicious. Service is outstanding. Whatever we have tried was simply melting in the mouth . For the tips, get a table outside especially if you are a group of friends ( and obviously if it is not summertime). Inside tables are tiny and place is dark ( well it is Hakkasan style )
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Ahmad: A fabulous signature Chinese restaurant in the amazing Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. The restaurant is renowned for its Asian delicacies and dishes. I personally get from the signature menu and order the Dragon set. It is enough for 3 people, starter, main course and a dessert. The staff are nice and welcoming. Great retreat option at Hakkasan. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 500+ Parking Accessible parking at the palace. Wheelchair accessibility Easy and accessible. Dietary restrictions The restaurant offers variety of dishes, and the staff are nice enough to explain the menu.
Punjab Grill
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The Ritz-Carlton Grand Canal, Venetian Village – 3rd St – Al Rawdah – Khor Al Maqta’a – Abu Dhabi
Piyush Narayan: Had a great Birthday celebration of my Kid. Cool Atmosphere, Great Food and the Staff is really friendly. Legitimately the best North Indian restaurant around! Hospitable hosts, amazing wines, food and service. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again. Ambiance – The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. The place was clean and near the grand canal, with inside and outside sitting arrangements and great sight view for photography. Staff – Mr. Basant (Manager, Punjab Grill) made our day easy. Making the customers happy is his main priority. Staff are extremely knowledgeable and make great recommendations. Food – Excellent food! Food portion for veg and non-veg both are pretty good for 2-3 peoples. Chief special dishes are served. Beautiful food presentation and wide alcohol and wine list. Delicious meals are tasty, appetizing, scrumptious, yummy, luscious, mouth-watering, fit for a king, enjoyable and appealing. Price – Prices it’s 100% worth it. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 500+ Vegetarian options Great vegetarian options
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BuffaloSteve: After living in Punjab, Pakistan I wanted to try this Indian Punjab cuisine and it was excellent!!! Se tried several small plates and each was perfectly executed and delicious. Overlooking the Grand Canal, this was a great choice to experience heightened Punjab cuisine. Basant, the manager, was gracious, engaging and provided great hospitality. This restaurant is a great choice if you love the sub continent’s cuisine
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Chanda Bhatia: Make the best of your dinning experience at Punjab Grill. If you are looking to relax and unwind over the weekdays or weekends head for a delicious experience with exquisite dishes, drinks and desert. With you near and dear ones you are going to have a great dining experience. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 250–300 Vegetarian options Good vegetarian options which will surely leave you satisfied. Kid-friendliness Little ones will enjoy the friendly ambience outdoor. Parking Plenty parking available
Ahmad Ali: Amazing food, friendly staff and very romantic environment… You can have a boat ride from AL Saadyyat Island. This boat is reserved for the island and you can get their easily using the Google map location. Boat trip usually take around 15 minutes. Trips are scheduled so please check the boat schedule before coming… I would recommend to take day pass and come to the island during the day to have a tour, enjoy the beach and have some activities….. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 250–300
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Mariam: Not bad design and decorations.. I went on Friday and almost no people there.. too quiet and crowded only one table was busy .. the menu had variety of dishes and meals .. i took sushi which was so yummy and delicious .. also the green pasta was perfect and i like the flavor.. i hope to come back to try other dishes.. good luck
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Lorraine Adkins: Went to Frangipani for brunch with family last week, such a lovely experience as always. Our waiter, Mohib is delightful, even though he was fasting, he did everything possible to make our brunch enjoyable, always with a smile on his face. He made our day! Service Dine in Meal type Brunch
Cappucci Restaurant & Cafe
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Saadiyat Park View Building – opposite New York University – Abu Dhabi
Jenn T: Cappucci not only has a great dining environment, it has some of the most delicious foods I’ve ever had in a cafe. Ordered the burrata pizza and it was truly one of the best. With crunchy vegetables toppings, freshly melted cheese, and savory pesto drizzled on top, the pizza made my day. Prices are on the slightly higher side but you can guarantee the quality Service Dine in Meal type Lunch
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Ran: Super Friendly staff, clean restaurant, lovely atmosphere, i enjoyed my food. It was tasty. I went to work there out of change and it was the right decision. Thank you so much ❣️. Service Dine in Meal type Lunch
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Flik Tony: A lovely experience. – food is exquisite. Ordered the croissant benedict with coffee. – ambiance is nice, in the morning its quiet. -prices are fair -parking is still getting sorted out, construction happening around -service is great -Got to watch the chefs preparing it, had a lovely chat with the manager and barista. Friendly warm staff. Thank you and see you soon!
Natalia Scalet: A must for those who want to enjoy the finest fish in a unique atmosphere by the sea. Fresh from the sea. Ask for the “Catch of the day”. It already starts at the reception. The friendliness of the staff and the excellent service make the evening an experience. We (ourselves all from the catering industry) are of the opinion, one of the best Fiachrestaurants ever. We are all looking forward to the next culinary experience here.
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Sandra Annon: This is one of our favourite restaurants in town. The seafood is just outstanding! We love the oysters, rock shrimp salad, organic salmon and their grilled seafood platter just to name a few. The service is always amazing! We will be back soon!
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Maria Io: We had great date night yesterday. Comfy atmosphere, 2 zones outside and inside, open kitchen. Friendly and attentive staff. Good menu selection. Food was full of taste. Local fish hammour melt in my mouth. Lobster was a little bit overcooked, but with sauce okay. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person AED 500+
Robert Kraeuter: Chef Anthony and his team at the Bay View Restaurant at Beach Rotana are mixing things up at this poolside venue. What was once an outdated and personally speaking boring menu has now sprung to life with items that project a lighter, healthier, beachy-styled, and eclectic fusion array of dishes. Now under the titles of Salad Bites, Raw Bites, Beach Bites, Bigger Bites, and Sweets are a selection of 3 to 5 different items to choose from. On a recent hot summer day, we tried the Tropical Fruit Salad. Wow! Served in a large silver bowl filled with crushed ice, this assortment of watermelon triangles, honeydew and sweet green melon slices, large chunks of pineapple was more than enough for the three of us to snack on. The other thing that is appreciated with this menu make-over is that this team has tried to make the menu accessible based on cost. We look forward to the remainder of the summer trying out the new summer menu creations! Hats off to Chef Anthony and his culinary team…
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Sugandhi Shenoy: Loved chilling around the pool sipping on to amazing cocktails with finger licking good quick bites! Perfect weekend vibes ! Spicy edamame Chicken club sandwich Chicken wings Calamari rings And one of the best vanilla custard that I ever had – crispy pastry sheet and the smooth textured custard was so Perfect ! With amazing Pina Colada , mojitos is what we call a perfect beach and pool day !!
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Derek Mccracken: Great place to relax, great drinks, food and service from everyone, Thanks especially to Navin and krishna for being so attentive, friendly and always up for a chat, Great ambassadors for a great hotel, See you all again , many thanks, Derek
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