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Our pick of the finest eateries the city has to offer, by cuisine

About these listings (closed Friday afternoons). Dusit Thani Abu Keway Mai - Thai Restaurant This noon-1am. Al Ain Palace Hotel, Al Markaziyah,
Outlets are listed alphabetically by category. Dhabi, Al Ittihad (02 698 8095). CITY CARD hidden gem serves authentic Thai and South- www.alainpalacehotel.com (02 599 6000).
Timings and prices may change after we go to East Asian dishes. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. Open
press, so we advise you to call and book ahead. Cho Gao A fusion of East Asian cuisine, the daily noon-3.30, 6pm-11pm. City Seasons Belgian Café Plenty of hops on tap and
Advice for contributors Crowne Plaza’s pride and joy serves up delicious Hotel, Electra Street (02 672 5000). CITY CARD great European pub grub to accompany
Listings must be sent at least two weeks in and affordable dishes in a very pleasant setting. them. The fresh moules and chunky frites
advance. Include the name of the venue, a ⓘ Dhs300-Dhs400. Licensed. Open Sat-Wed Lemongrass Thai Restaurant Most of are excellent. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed.
short description, price range, opening hours, noon-1am; Thu-Fri noon-2am. Crowne Plaza the Thai food is tasty, there’s a good menu and Open Sat-Tue 4pm-1am; Wed-Fri 4pm-2am.
location and taxi landmark, website and contact Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah (02 616 6149). the interiors are pleasant. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. InterContinental Abu Dhabi, King Abdullah Bin
number. Listings are free, but space is limited so ★★ Asian Open Sun-Thu 11am-10.30pm; Fri-Sat 11am- Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (800 423 463).
inclusion is not guaranteed. Email information 11.30pm. Mushrif Mall. Airport Road
to paul.clifford@itp.com. Cho Gao Marina Walk The (02 650 0205). Other locations: The Galleria, Captain’s Arms A favourite among Western
InterContinental’s branch of this pan-Asian Al Maryah Island (02 677 0100). expats and the place to go for the familiar buzz
★★ 2017 Time Out Abu Dhabi Restaurant eatery has a lovely dining room and bar area of a British pub. Arguably serves up the best
Awards winner as well as a top terrace outside. Expect flavours Li Jiang Some of the best South-East Asian fish ’n’ chips in the capital. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300.
★ 2017 highly commended venue from across the continent all presented with food in town, be sure to ask for a noodle dish to Licensed. Open daily noon-12.30am.
style and packing plenty of flavour. ⓘ Dhs350- see some magic. ⓘ Dhs500-Dhs750. Licensed. Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah,
600. Open Sat-Wed 6pm-1am; Thu-Fru 6pm- Open daily 4pm-1am. Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, www.starwoodhotels.com (02 644 6666).
Asian 2am. InterContinental Abu Dhabi, King Abdullah Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 818 8282) Caramel Restaurant & Lounge Swanky
Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (02 666 6888).
★ Newcomer Noodle Bowl A hidden gem, this old Abu bar food, with sliders, salads and exceptional
Asian Garden A backstreet revelation, Asian Dhabi favourite consistently serves great Asian starters all presented with style. ⓘ More than
Garden serves a range of Thai, Filipino and Desert Lotus This small and cosy Asian cuisine. The prices are reasonable, and the Dhs750. Licensed. Open Sat-Wed 6pm-2am;
Chinese cuisine in a cosy environment. ⓘ Under eatery certainly looks the part, with Far-Eastern service makes it worth a visit. ⓘ Dhs100- Thu-Fri 6pm-3am. The Collection within The St.
Dhs100. Open daily 10am-11pm. El Dorado trinkets and a sleek black sushi bar manned by Dhs200. Open daily 11am-11pm. Zayed Sports Regis Saadiyat Island, www.caramelgroup.com
cinema building, Electra Street (02 676 3350). chefs in yukata-style garb. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. City Bowling Centre, Al Madina Al Riyadiya (02 678 3344).
Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11.30pm. (02 447 2405).
Bandung A little rough around the edges, but One to One Hotel - The Village, Al Nahyan Chameleon Terrace A great spot to either
with Indonesian food such a rare find in the (02 495 2042). CITY CARD Noodle Box A hidden gem, this old Abu start or end your night at and is perfect for
city, it would feel criminal to complain. ⓘ Under Dhabi favourite consistently serves great Asian impressing visitors. ⓘ Opening on September
Dhs100. Unlicensed. Open daily 11am-11pm. Hanoi Café Abu Dhabi’s original Vietnamese cuisine. The prices are reasonable, and the 10th. Dhs200-350. Open daily 6pm-1am. Eating Out
Navy Gate, Al Zahiyah (02 645 2008). eatery maintains its authenticity, with pho, service makes it worth a visit. ⓘ Dhs200- Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Bain Al Jessrain
goi, summer rolls and more served up in an Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily 12.30pm- (02 654 3333). CITY CARD
Barfly by Buddha-Bar This stylish venue unpretentious style by cheery staff. ⓘ Dhs100- 11pm. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi (02 656 0600).
has a super-cool interior and a delightful terrace Dhs250. Unlicensed. Open Sun-Thu 10.30am- CITY CARD Cloud Nine If James Bond were to swoop
overlooking the canal. From sushi to the stir- 10.30pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. Khalifa Street into Abu Dhabi, he’d feel most at home in this
fries it is routinely excellent. ⓘ Open Sun-Wed (02 626 1112). Pachaylen A foray into Thai food doesn’t get snazzy mixed drinks bar. Try the oysters.
6pm-2am; Thu 6pm-3am; Fri 4pm-3am; Sat much better than at this Eastern Mangroves ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily 4pm-
4pm-1am. Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Jing Asia An impressive buffet section spot. Enjoy authentic dishes without emptying 2am. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Al
Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta packed with dim sum and sushi and live your wallet. ⓘ Dhs400-Dhs500. Licensed. Open Markaziyah, www.sheratonabudhabihotel.com
(02 404 1951). ★ Asian cooking stations where the chefs rustle up daily 7pm-11pm. Eastern Mangroves Hotel & (02 677 3333).
stir fries right in front of you. Spa by Anantara. Eastern Ring Road
Benjarong Calm atmosphere and lovely staff ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily (02 656 1000). Cooper’s Bar Gastropub with hearty grub
offer a serene setting for highly creative and 12.30pm-4pm, 7pm-11.30pm. Crowne Plaza and an electric atmosphere during sports
delicious dishes. ⓘ Dhs300-Dhs400. Licensed. Abu Dhabi Yas Island, www.ichotelsgroup.com Sontaya Creative and well-executed Asian seasons. It’s a great place for watching the big
Open daily 12.30pm-3,30pm, 7pm-11pm (02 656 3055). fare with a focus on Thai and Indonesian game. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily
cuisine. A stunning location top service. noon-2.30am. Park Rotana, Khalifa Park Area
ⓘ Dhs500-Dhs750. Licensed. Open daily (02 657 3325). ★ Bar Food
noon-2.45pm, 6.30pm-10.45pm. The St. Regis
Saadiyat Island Resort (02 498 8443) De La Costa Quality, but overpriced, food at
(02 498 8762). ★★ Romantic, ★ Asian this plush bar overlooking the Saadiyat Island
beach. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open
Taste of Asia Fresh dishes, presented by 5pm-midnight. Saadiyat Beach Club, Saadiyat
friendly, bubbly staff in traditional Thai garb. Island (02 656 3500).
The portions are huge, but some dishes choose
quantity over quality. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Eclipse Terrace Lounge An outdoor
Licensed. Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. lounge by the pool that turns into an urban
Al Ain Palace Hotel, Al Markaziyah, dining venue in the evenings where diners can
www.alainpalacehotel.com (02 599 6000). enjoy fresh seafood and beats from the resident
DJ. ⓘ Open daily 8am-8pm. Four Seasons Hotel
The Noodle House Offers everything from Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 333 2222).
duck wonton to tom yam soup and satisfying
spicy noodle dishes. Great Al Maqta views, too. Ghadeer A pleasant pool bar with views over
ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open Sun-Wed the Empty Quarter. The burgers are good value,
noon-11.30pm; Thu-Sat noon-midnight. Souk too. ⓘ Dhs300-Dhs400. Licensed. Open daily
Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain (02 558 1699); noon-5pm, 7pm-10.30pm. Qasr Al Sarab, Liwa
Al Wahda Mall (02 443 7391). (02 886 2088).
Bar & Pub food Glo Overlooking the water at the Rosewood Abu
Dhabi, this outdoor lounge offers a surprisingly
large and impressive menu. The food is fresh
3rd Avenue Authentic British pub popular and the portions are generous, but nothing
with expats. It’s smoky and a little down-at-heel, beats the atmosphere. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300.
but it’s suitably nostalgic. It knocks out some Licensed. Open daily noon–midnight. Rosewood
decent pub grub, too. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5565).
Licensed. Open daily noon-1am. Dhs200-
Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily noon-1am. Hemingway’s A popular pub for expats
Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel Abu Dhabi, that’s packed every night. Good pub grub.
Al Khalidiyah (02 666 6220). ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open Sat-Wed noon-midnight,
Thu-Fri noon-1am. Hilton Abu Dhabi,
Ally Pally Corner Watering hole on the Al Khubeirah (02 681 1900).
Corniche that’s a spit and sawdust kind of
Benjarong place, with artery-clogging bar snacks Heroes An unpretentious sports bar with
ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Licensed. Open daily decent food and a very loyal following. Burgers
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