There are loads of new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi and we couldn’t be more excited. Is there anything better than the promise of new kinds of food? If you’re looking for the best new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi in 2022, you’ve come to the right place.
From dumplings that will have you crying into your soup, to mouth-watering Lebanese grills, to mama’s famous mango sticky rice; there are so many new bites to be had.
These restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi will be here any minute now, so dust off your bib, put on your stretchy pants and get ready to try these new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi. Who knows, you might discover a new favourite spot in the capital.
Allo Beirut
Fancy manakish, shawarma, falafel, breakfast fatteh, rotisserie chicken or all of the above? Allo Beirut is coming to Abu Dhabi with a whopping three new branches. The first location has been revealed in the heart of the city on Al Najda street and is opening in September. The other two locations are currently under wraps, but watch this space for details soon. This is one of the top new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi.
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Opening 2022. instagram.com/allobeirutstreetfood.
BB Social Dining
Looking for brilliant new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi? BB Social Dining is finally opening its doors this year in the capital. The popular Dubai-based restaurant is opening in the Rosewood on Al Maryah Island this year. BB Social Dubai was crowned the Time Out Dubai Best Asian Restaurant 2022 and is shortlisted at the Time Out Riyadh Restaurant Awards. If you’re wondering what to expect in Abu Dhabi, there will be signature BB oysters, cauliflower popcorn, habibti baos and more on the menu.
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Opening 2022. Rosewood Hotel, Al Maryah Island. thisisbb.com.
Flamingo Room by Tashas
Looking for a glamorous new spot in Abu Dhabi? Flamingo Room by Tashas is already well known in Dubai. It’s located at the lush Jumeriah Al Naseem’s turtle lagoon with a laid-back vibe and quirky interiors. If the new Flamingo Room by Tashas in Abu Dhabi follows the style of the Dubai branch, you can expect walnut wood doors, a marble bar and gold detailing. The menu is all about seafood and seasonal flavours. We’ve got our eyes locked on the truffle scallops, lobster pasta, pan-seared sea bass and tiger prawn platter.
Opening 2023. The Galleria Al Maryah Island.
Grand Beirut
If you love Lebanese food, you’re going to want to get Grand Beirut on your radar. There is a new branch coming to Al Qana, and if the Galleria Al Maryah Island location is anything to go on, we’re expecting cherry blossoms hanging from the ceilings, trees growing from the floors and all the mezze you could ask for. It’s one of the top new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi soon.
Opening 2022. Al Qana instagram.com/grandbeirutuae
Joud Café
One of Abu Dhabi’s favourite cafés, Joud Café, is also joining the new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi in Al Qana. The café serves dishes from across the world. With cute ornaments, colourful cushions and strategically placed coffee-table books covering the light and airy cafe, it’s an easy choice for coffee fanatics looking to visit the new development.
Opening soon, Al Qana, instagram.com/joudcoffee.
Lukumades
If you’re looking for a quick snack at Al Qana, Lukumades might be your spot. This is one of the new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi at Al Qana. Lukumades serves specialty is bite-sized Greek dough balls traditionally served warm with honey and cinnamon.
Opening 2022. Al Qana instagram.com/lukumades.
Space Café
If you’re looking for new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi, you’d better get Space Café on your radar. This space is all about friendly ambiance and laid-back vibes. With outposts in Ras Al Khaimah and Khor Fakkan, Space Café the ideal spot to make your home away from home.
Opening 2022. Al Qana instagram.com/spaceae.
Sticky Rice
Dubai favourite, Sticky Rice, is headed to Abu Dhabi in early 2022. Are you ready for some seriously good mango sticky rice, among other stellar dishes? Us, too. In its Instagram announcement, the restaurant said: “This is a love letter to all the beautiful people of Abu Dhabi who have been driving all the way down for years, and still manage to queue for an hour to sit and eat Mama’s food with us.” One of the most anticipated new restaurants opening in Abu Dhabi.
Read more about Sticky Rice opening in Abu Dhabi here.
Opening 2022. Yas Mall, Yas Island, instagram.com/stickyriceae
Wake n Bake
Need to feed your sweet-tooth? Gourmet doughnut shop, Wake n Bake, is opening its first Abu Dhabi location at Mamsha Al Saadiyat this year. Serving freshly made cakes, pastries and speciality coffee, the venue will be the first physical location for the much-loved brand.
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Opening soon. Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island.
We Are Feels
Looking for feel-good eats by the beach? Dubai favourite We Are Feels is arriving in Abu Dhabi at Mamsha. If you’ve walked down the Mamsha promenade lately you’ve probably seen the We Are Feels signage. This spot serves up healthy juices and smoothies, yogurt bowls, sandwiches and other “clean food” options.
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Opening 2022. Mamsha Al Saadiyat. instagram.com/wearefeels
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