LebaneseBeirut Sur MerFeatured restaurantPlate Snob Pick
Beirut Sur Mer
Mamsha, Abu Dhabi
Colourful Lebanese dining by the beach at Mamsha Al Saadiyat.
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Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
Beirut Sur Mer, Erth and BBQ Al Qasr lead this Abu Dhabi shortlist, with 15 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Abu DhabiBeirut Sur MerTHE QUICK ANSWER
Beirut Sur Mer, Erth and BBQ Al Qasr lead this Abu Dhabi shortlist, with 15 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Abu Dhabi is less about finding the longest list and more about matching the room to the plan. This Plate Snob edit brings together 15 restaurants in Abu Dhabi, using cooking, spend, setting and practical detail to separate a useful booking from a merely famous address. The selection stretches from lebanese, lebanese-armenian, emirati and emirati contemporary, with particularly useful options around Mamsha, Al Maryah Island, Al Nahyan and Al Hosn. We favour restaurants with a clear reason to go, reliable location information and enough context to choose confidently. Start with the highlighted picks for the strongest all-round answers, then use the full list and map to compare atmosphere, price and convenience. Availability, menus and opening times can move quickly in the UAE, so confirm the final details with the venue before travelling.
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LebaneseBeirut Sur MerFeatured restaurant
Emirati ContemporaryErthPlate Snob Pick
Erth
Al Hosn, Abu Dhabi
A contemporary expression of Emirati cooking beside Qasr Al Hosn.
BBQ Al Qasr
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Bushra by Buddha-Bar
Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
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Every table worth considering.
LebaneseBeirut Sur MerFeatured restaurantPlate Snob Pick
Beirut Sur Mer
Mamsha, Abu Dhabi
Colourful Lebanese dining by the beach at Mamsha Al Saadiyat.
Emirati ContemporaryErthFeatured restaurantPlate Snob Pick
Erth
Al Hosn, Abu Dhabi
A contemporary expression of Emirati cooking beside Qasr Al Hosn.
BBQ Al Qasr
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Bushra by Buddha-Bar
Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Byblos Sur Mer
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Em Sherif Sea Café Abu Dhabi
Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese Seafood dining in Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Grand Beirut Al Qana
Al Qana, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Ishtar Yas Marina
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Li Beirut
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Mezlai
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Emirati dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Sambusek Abu Dhabi
Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Lebanese-ArmenianAlmayassAlmayass
Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese-Armenian cooking at The Galleria on Al Maryah Island.
Lebanese Terrace
Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Mijana
Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi
Lebanese dining in Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
EmiratiAl MrzabAl Mrzab
Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi
A local favourite for Emirati and Kuwaiti home-style cooking.
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Useful answers
Before you book.
What are the best middle eastern restaurants in Abu Dhabi?
Beirut Sur Mer is a strong place to start, backed by the broader Plate Snob selection on this page. The best choice still depends on your budget, preferred atmosphere and the kind of meal you are planning.
Is there a good-value option in this Abu Dhabi edit?
Beirut Sur Mer is among the more approachable options in this selection. Check the current menu before booking because set menus and per-person spend can change.
Which restaurant works when the setting matters?
Beirut Sur Mer is worth considering when atmosphere and location matter alongside the food. Use the practical details and map on this page to check whether it fits the occasion.
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