From Time Out Abu Dhabi Eating Out 2010
If you want to experience a slice of France but can’t afford the airfare then substitute for the friendly surrounds of Le Beaujolais. Regulars are easily spotted – the staff seem to know everyone’s name – and it’s easy to understand why people come back. Understated decor, good hearty fare, generous portions and reasonable prices all make this a rather appealing little bistro. The Gulf shrimps veloute (prawn bisque) is deliciously rich and garlicky, while the escargots à la bourguignon (snails in garlic and herb sauce) are served piping hot and have a rich aroma and an earthy flavour that goes remarkably well with a hot, crusty baguette.
Le Beaujolais does rustic well, pulling off the sort of dishes which are normally dulled by restaurant chefs over-eager to impress with fancy flourishes. Dishes like the backeoffe (beef stew) comes served piping hot in a large bowl filled to the brim with potatoes and meat that slips off the bone and would be great if you’d just been skiing for the day in the Alps. It’s simply a fine restaurant and well worth a shot for anyone who wants a middle-priced slice of Gallic authenticity.
