There are plenty of Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi, whether you’re looking for something for iftar, suhoor or to enjoy your meal at home in the company of family and friends this Ramadan 2022. From traditional dishes to interesting fusion plates, savoury to sweet, and everything in between, there are plenty of special Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi to break your fast.
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Chicken biryani steamed in banana leaves at Sola
Wondering what Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi to start with? This is an easy choice. Enjoy an authentic chicken biryani at Sola Restaurant and Café. How does it stand out from all the other chicken biryanis in town? It is delicately steamed in banana leaves, which are meant to keep the perfect amount of moisture and flavour intact.
Open daily, noon-3am. Sola Restaurant and Café, (02 546 3558).
Chilean sea bass rice iron pot at COYA
The Chilean sea bass at COYA is a signature item, and it’s also part of the restaurant’s Ramadan 2022 offering. Enjoy a burst of authentic Latin American flavours with the Chilean sea bass rice iron pot, included in the four-course set iftar menu at COYA. Bomba rice, lime, chili and sweetcorn purée come together to make the popular sea bass dish.
Dhs219 (set menu). 6.30-midnight. COYA Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island (02 306 7000).
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Korean-style barbecue lamb chops with spicy Asian pears at Otoro
Launched last month in Abu Dhabi, Otoro is giving dinners another reason to check out the new Al Qana location with its Korean-style barbecue lamb chops with spicy Asian pears. The meat is paired with tart pears that are meant balance the lamb with a splash of sweet and spice (and everything nice).
Open daily, noon-11pm. OTORO Modern Japanese restaurant, Al Qana, instagram.com/otoro.ad.
Rack of lamb at Cipriani
Sure, we want a succulent rack of lamb. And we also love Instagrammable plates. If you’re after Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi that tick both boxes, Cipriani’s rack of lamb should. It is also a delicious way to make up your daily protein intake this Ramadan.
6pm-12am. Cipriani, Yas Island (02 657 5400).
Ramadan Lotus shake and the spring lamb burger at Black Tap
The nutty sweetness of Lotus biscuits is great in desserts, as well as an iconic flavour of the region. And Black Tap has transformed it into a mega shake as part of its Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi line-up. That’s not all. Add the NYC restaurant’s spring lamb burger with all the right sauces, a soft bun and crunchy vegetables, and make it a complete Ramadan meal.
Prices vary. Until May 5. Daily, noon-midnight. Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, (02 446 5128).
Supreme dim sum at Hakkasan
Looking for unique Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi to enjoy this month? Grab your phone and listen up: Picture dim sums as the cosy comfort food that they are, but make them gourmet. Try the Supreme dim sum with wagyu beef truffle puff, lychee lobster, abalone chicken shui mai, and Chilean seabass dumpling, included in the iftar set menu at Hakkasan.
Dhs288 per person. Sunset-8pm. Hakkasan, Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi Corniche, (02 690 7739).
Tandoor pit roasted lamb and Middle Eastern mezze at Oléa Restaurant
Experience a fusion of Arabian and Mediterranean flavours at Oléa Restaurant with its signature tandoor pit roasted lamb. A tandoor pit is an earthen oven in the ground, so the lamb should be roasted to succulent perfection with all the smokiness that’s needed to make the meat stand out. You can also enjoy Middle Eastern classics like chicken mussakhan, hummus fattah, lamb ouzi, and freshly baked aromatic saj breads – all as part of their iftar buffet.
Dhs250 (adult); Dhs125 ( kids aged six to 12). Sunset-11pm. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, oleaabudhabi.com (02 498 8888).
Tuna Tataki
There are many delicious Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi to start your meal. Enjoy the signature tuna tataki, a light and crisp appetiser, included in the iftar experience at Market Kitchen. The highest quality tuna is lightly seared and served rare with a citrus-based soy sauce. And while that might sound simple, it’s meant to be a party for your taste buds.
Market Kitchen, Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi, restaurants.lrmad@lemeridien.com (08 0010 1101).
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Vimto milkshake and ice cream sando at Pickl
Since Vimto was introduced to Saudi Arabia in 1927, it has become associated with Ramadan. The drink’s high sugar content means it’s a good choice to break a fast. Knowing this, local burger joint Pickl has created a Vimto milkshake and Vimto flavoured ice-cream sando. Are they pink? Or are they purple? Pickl wants you to decide.
From Dhs25. Corniche or Saadiyat Island, eatpickl.com.
Vimto mojito and pistachio milk cake at DNA Board Games Café
If you can’t get enough of Vimto, you can try the Vimto mocktail at DNA Board games Café, along with a piping hot dish of tandoor Omani – aromatic rice with chickpeas and cashews, and topped with perfectly grilled pieces of meat. They’re part of the Ramadan menu at the board game café, along with pistachio and saffron milk cakes. This spot has many great Ramadan dishes in Abu Dhabi to choose from.
Prices vary. DNA Board Games Café, Khalidiyah St., (054 339 4595).
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