Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Abu Dhabi, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Going Out
If you’re going out and about in Abu Dhabi, you will come across a surprising variety of places to go and things to do. It may not be quite the buzzing capital found in other parts of the... read more
Cuisine List & Top Picks
Eating Out
Cosmopolitan and bustling, Abu Dhabi has an excellent and ever-increasing variety of restaurants. From Moroccan to Mexican, Indian to Italian and everything in between, there really is... read more
Hygiene
Outlets are regularly checked by the Abu Dhabi Municipality for hygiene. They are strict on warning places to improve and, when necessary, even closing them down. So don’t get nervous... read more
Tax & Service Charges
When eating out, be aware that most places charge extra on top of the prices quoted on the menu. These extras may include a service charge of anywhere from 10% to 20%, a tourist levy, for... read more
Tipping
The service charge is perhaps incorrectly named, as often it isn’t passed on to the staff, and you have no option of withholding it if you receive poor service. If you want to reward the... read more
Independent Reviews
We undertake independent reviews of all restaurants and bars that are included in this book. All the outlets mentioned have been visited by our food reporters and the views expressed are... read more
Restaurant Listing Structure
With over 150 specially selected outlets in this guidebook, the choice can seem daunting. Each restaurant review will attempt to give an idea of the food, service, decor and ambience, and... read more
Brunch
An integral part of life in the capital, the famous Friday brunch is a perfect event for a lazy start to the weekend, especially once the hot weather arrives. Popular with all sections of... read more
Street Food
Throughout the city, you will find sidewalk stands selling ‘shawarma’ (made from rolled pita bread filled with lamb or chicken that is carved from a rotating spit) and salad. Costing... read more
Latest Reviews
Gardinia
Live piano music fills the air and fresh seafood is laid out in a wooden dhow – welcome to Gardinia. This...
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La Terrazza
The decor of this bustling, open-plan restaurant is stylish and modern, and the dazzling buffet display...
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Pearls & Caviar
Inside this new bar and restaurant it’s a sleek world of black, white and chrome (in keeping with the...
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Reader Reviews
Royal Orchid is a lovely restaurant and probably one of the more intimate...
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