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The Living Room Café This venue is lovely. 11pm; Fri-Sat 1pm-11pm. Le Méridien Abu Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah
It serves delicious food and has a relaxing Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 697 4315). French (02 697 9011)
outdoor area and a cosy, intimate inside space.
ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. Unlicensed. Open Sun-Thu Azur Dine al fresco on Mediterranean cuisine Bord Eau The epitome of fine dining. Expect Kababs & Kurries The design is slick and
7.30am-11pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm. and you’ll be in for a pleasant time. ⓘ Dhs250- white table cloths and formal service to go the menu is extensive, with both meat-eaters
Al Khalidiyah (02 639 6654). 300. Open daily 12.30pm-midnight. Al Raha along with the precise food. ⓘ Dhs500-750. and vegetarians well-catered for. The seafood
Beach Hotel, www.danathotels.com Open Sun-Fri 6.30pm-11.30pm. Shangri-La dishes are also top notch. ⓘ Dhs250-500.
The Third Place Café This homely café is (02 508 0570). CITY CARD Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain Unlicensed. Open daily noon-11.30pm. The
the perfect place to nestle in with a good book. (02 509 8511). Souk Central Market, Al Markaziyah
There is free wifi and excellent coffee. Bentley Kitchen A bustling atmosphere, (02 628 2522).
ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. Open daily 8am-11pm. excellent European dishes and some excellent Brasserie Flo Amazing French dishes served
Villa T3, Corniche Road, next to Al Hilal Bank, cuts of meat. ⓘ Dhs500+. Licensed. Open daily at good prices by outstanding staff. ⓘ Open Kwality Well known for tandoori and chaat,
Al Khalidiyah (02 681 1877). noon-1.30am. The Galleria, Al Maryah Island daily 12.30pm-11pm. Venetian Village, The you’ll leave with full bellies and and pleased
(02 626 2131). Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al with the low prices you’ve paid. ⓘ Under
WhEAT This fantastic artisan bakery oozes Maqta (02 404 1931). ★ European Dhs100. Unlicensed. Open daily noon-11pm.
style. A great spot for a lazy weekend breakfast, Brauhaus The only German joint in town, this Salaam Street, Al Markaziyah
or to grab some gourmet foodstuffs. Good place does an excellent line in Bavarian treats, La Petite Maison A quite-brilliant (02 672 7337).
coffee, too. ⓘ Dhs200-Dhs300. Unlicensed. from a selection of European meats to a wide restaurant serving Niçoise cuisine. Expect super
Open Sun-Thu 6am-10pm; Fri-Sat 6.30am- range of hops. ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. Licensed. ingredients, presented simply but effectively. A Nalukettu This Keralite outlet is a decent
7.30pm. Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Open daily noon-1am. Beach Rotana Abu more than welcome addition to the city. ⓘ Open option for tasty budget curries and lovely
Khalifa Street (02 674 2020). Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 697 9011). daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm. The Galleria, pakoras. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs250. Unlicensed.
Al Maryah Island (02 692 9600). Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-midnight. Abu
Chinese Bravo Tapas Bar and Restaurant ★ Newcomer Dhabi Marina & Yacht Club, Al Zahiyah
(02 644 4395).
Traditional Spanish tapas, served in a warm and
welcoming atmosphere. ⓘ Open daily 6pm- Le Beaujolais An unpretentious eatery with
Beijing Restaurant The setting is basic 12.30am. Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, plenty of character and charm. You’ll find all Peppermill It might be based in a mall, but
— a few prints and a bubbling fish tank count Al Markaziyah, www.bravoabudhabi.com your rustic French favourites here. ⓘ Dhs100- it has classy décor and fantastically moreish
as décor. But Beijing is busy, inexpensive and (02 677 3333). CITY CARD Dhs250. Licensed. Open daily noon-midnight. dishes. It’s all decent value, too. ⓘ Dhs100-
authentic. ⓘ Under Dhs100. Unlicensed. Open Mercure Centre Hotel, Hamdan Street 200. Unlicensed. Open daily 11am-11.30pm.
daily 11am-midnight. Madinat Zayed Café D’Alsace French, German and Italian (02 633 3555). CITY CARD ★ European Al Wahda Mall, Hazza Bin Zayed Street
(02 621 0708). food covering snacks, sandwiches and more (02 622 5586). Other locations: Eastern
filling main courses. ⓘ Open Sun-Thu 8am- Mangroves Promenade, Bawabat Al Sharq Mall.
Chinoy Haven Good Chinese food in a midnight; Fri-Sat 8am-2am. Yas Marina, Indian & Pakistani
playfully tacky setting. Keen prices but the Yas Island (02 496 3412). Punjab Grill High-end, creative Indian dishes
quiet dining room can feel a little stiff. Aarya Expect Indian favourites such as biryani, that look great and are packed with flavour.
ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily 11am-3pm, 6pm- Diablito A laid-back rooftop tapas bar with butter chicken, and dishes from the tandoor. Service is good, too. ⓘ Dhs400+. Licensed.
2am. Al Ain Palace Hotel, Al Markaziyah, real character and flair. ⓘ Dhs200-350. Open ⓘ Dhs180-200. Unlicensed. Open daily 1pm- Open daily 12.30pm-4pm, 7pm-midnight.
www.alainpalacehotel.com (02 599 6000). daily 8am-2am. Yas Marina, Yas Island 11pm. Al Forsan International Sports Resort, Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi
(02 565 1175). Khalifa City A (02 656 5656). Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta (02 408 7201).
Dai Pai Dong Top Cantonese street food ★ Indian Eating Out
done in fine-dining style. Great atmosphere Eat Greek Kouzina A friendly, casual Angar This place is creative and charming,
and good value. ⓘ Open Sat-Wed noon-11pm, restaurant serving a tasty menu of classics. offering a serious challenge to the likes of Avasa Rangoli A great-looking restaurant that serves
Thu-Fri 6pm-11.30pm. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al ⓘ Dhs200-400. Open daily noon-midnight. and Tamba as an upscale, luxurious Indian the usual array of classic Indian dishes that
Maryah Island (02 813 5550). ★★ Chinese The Galleria, Al Maryah Island (02 309 2323). eatery. ⓘ Dhs350-500. Licensed. Open daily will remind you of those South Asian holidays.
7pm-11pm. Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, Yas Island ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily Tue-Sun 7pm-
Hakkasan The service is slick, the décor Kennedy A creative menu and generous (02 656 0600). CITY CARD midnight; Fri brunch 12.30pm-4pm. Yas Island
stylish and the food very, very good indeed. prices, this is one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Rotana (02 656 4000). CITY CARD
We’re big fans. ⓘ Dhs750+. Open daily 6pm- ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. Unlicensed. Open daily Asha’s An upscale mall restaurant, Asha’s
midnight. Emirates Palace, Ras Al Akhdar, www. noon-midnight. The Armed Forces Officers Club offers decent Indian food after a spot of Ruchi A backstreet gem with curries that put
emiratespalace.ae (02 690 7999). ★ Chinese & Hotel, Khaleej Al Arabi Street (02 441 5900). shopping. ⓘ Open daily noon-8.45pm. most of the upmarket Indian joints to shame. Try
Yas Mall, Yas Island (02 492 6680). the banana leaf Keralite special for an authentic
New City Palace Big banquet tables, a Sardinia Exciting cuisine served in dramatic taste of southern India. ⓘ Under Dhs100.
karaoke room authentic Chinese food. ⓘ Under style, but a dining room often lacking in Avasa The menu at this fantastic upmarket Unlicensed. Open daily 7am-midnight. Hamdan
Dhs100. Unlicensed. Open daily 11.30am- atmosphere. ⓘ Dhs750+. Open daily noon- Indian is as creative as the décor. Don’t expect Street, behind Al Mariah Cineplex,
3.30pm, 5.30pm-11.30pm. Khalifa Street, 3pm, 7pm-11pm. Abu Dhabi Country Club, standard dishes here, as the favourites are all Al Markaziyah (02 679 5679).
opposite Mashreq Bank, Al Markaziyah Al Mushrif (02 657 7640). done with a twist. ⓘ Dhs450+. Licensed. Open
(02 626 2762). Sun-Thu noon-11pm; Fri-Sat noon-midnight. The Saravanaa Bhavan Cheap as chickpeas
The Beach House Mediterranean-themed Collection, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort Indian. The food is authentic and tasty – try the
Qian Zhou Hotpot This quirky Chinese cuisine, with creative pastas and breads in an (02 674 2221). ★ Indian bhel puri and the dosas. ⓘ Dhs50-100. Open
dining spot only serves hotpot. ⓘ Unlicensed. excellent seaside setting with fantastic views. daily 8am-11.30pm. Madinat Zayed Shopping
Open daily 11am-midnight. Najda Street, 2nd ⓘ Dhs200-350. Open daily 10am-11.30pm. Biryani Pot This good-value spot offers Centre & Gold Centre, Madinat Zayed
floor, Philippine House building (02 674 7677). Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Saadiyat authentic biryani dishes, as you might expect. (02 632 3885).
Island (02 407 1234). Good value and interesting quinoa versions are
Shanghai Surprise Above-average Chinese available. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. Unlicensed. Open Tamba An Indian restaurant, sure, but actually
food with exceptional service. It’s a shame this Todd English’s Olives Excellent and hearty Sat-Wed 10am-11pm; Thu-Fri 10am-midnight. much more than that. Tamba not only does the
place isn’t more appreciated. ⓘ Dhs100-250. dishes, all served with style. Try the flatbreads. The Galleria, Al Maryah Island basics that you’d expect from an Indian eatery
Open daily noon-midnight. Al Diar Capital Hotel, ⓘ Open daily 12.30pm-11pm. Venetian Village, (02 676 6555). very well, it also adds a touch of glamour,
Al Markaziyah (02 677 7010). The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor creativity and style. ⓘ Open Sun-Wed noon-
Al Maqta (02 404 1941). ★★ European Chhappan Bhog Cheap and cheerful budget 1am; Thu-Sat noon-2am. The Hub at The Mall,
Shang Palace Authentic Chinese cuisine Indian spot. The bhel puri and dosa are a hit. World Trade Center Abu Dhabi (02 672 8888).
presented with all the flair you’d expect of a ⓘ Under Dhs100. Unlicensed. Open daily 9am- ★★ Indian
fine-dining restaurant. The crispy Peking duck Filipino 11pm. Salam Street, behind ADNOC building
available on Thursday is exemplary. ⓘ Dhs500- (02 677 8864). Other location: Electra St, next Tandoori Corner The sister restaurant to
750. Open daily noon-3pm, 7pm-11.30pm. Kamayan Barrio Fiesta Restaurant to Eldorado Cinema (02 677 8869). Nihal, this is cheap and unpretentious with
Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain Very cheap food and extremely popular with the wonderfully friendly staff. An old downtown
(02 509 8503). ★ Chinese capital’s Filipino community, so expect to wait Evergreen Vegetarian Restaurant favourite for those seeking a truly spicy
for your seat. ⓘ Dhs50-Dhs200. Unlicensed. Obscenely cheap for food of this calibre, and meal in basic surroundings. ⓘ Dhs100-250.
Ethiopian Open daily 8am-11.45pm. Najda Street, worth heading off the beaten track for. ⓘ Under Unlicensed. Open daily 11am-midnight. Old
Al Markaziyah (02 672 6777).
Dhs100. Cash only. Unlicensed. Open daily
Airport Road, Al Wahdah (02 445 8686).
7am-3pm, 4.30pm-11pm. Electra Street,
Bonna Annee This friendly little joint offers Oriental Korner Basically the Filipino Al Markaziyah (02 676 7361). Tanjore Low-key Indian fare with impeccable
food that packs a spicy punch in a laid-back equivalent of a greasy spoon café. We’re not service and top flavours. This is a must-try
café setting. ⓘ Dhs50-Dhs200. Unlicensed. saying that’s particularly a bad thing. ⓘ Dhs50- India Palace This is a lovely little place restaurant when visiting Al Ain. ⓘ Dhs200-350.
Open daily 11am-midnight. Al Salaam Street Dhs150. Unlicensed. Open daily 9.30am- serving great, unpretentious Indian food. Nice Open Tue-Sun 12.30pm-3pm; 7.30pm-11pm.
(02 491 2128). 11.30pm. Al Markaziyah, behind Marina Mall interiors, too. ⓘ Dhs100-250. Unlicensed. Danat Al Ain Resort (03 704 6000).
(02 671 6782). Open daily noon-midnight. Al Salaam Street
European Tambayan A pocket Pinoy joint with a flair (02 644 8777), Mushrif Mall (02 690 4422) Ushna Excellent Indian cuisine in a busy
Mazyad Mall (02 553 2259).
setting with a fantastic view of canal. Try the
for the eccentric, Tambayan is never less than chicken dhansak and the kakorikofta for
Acropolis Modestly bedecked with checked colourful, serving Filipino snacks and pizza. Indigo Excellent food in a lovely restaurant. guaranteed great tastes. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open
tablecloths and warm lighting, the Greek food ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs250. Licensed. Open daily Ask the staff for help with the big menu, there’s Sat-Wed 12.30pm-11.15pm, Thu-Fri 12.30pm-
(especially the fresh fish) is excellent. noon-3am. Al Ain Palace Hotel, Al Markaziyah plenty to choose from. ⓘ Dhs500-750. Open 11.45pm. Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al Jessrain
ⓘ Dhs200+. Licensed. Open Sun-Thu 7pm- (02 599 6000). daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 6.30pm-11.30pm. (02 558 1769).
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