Italian ContemporaryTalea by Antonio GuidaFeatured restaurantPlate Snob Pick
Talea by Antonio Guida
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Warm, polished Italian fine dining inside Emirates Palace.
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Best Restaurants in Corniche.
Talea by Antonio Guida, Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi and BBQ Al Qasr lead this Corniche, Abu Dhabi shortlist, with 13 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
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Talea by Antonio Guida, Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi and BBQ Al Qasr lead this Corniche, Abu Dhabi shortlist, with 13 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Restaurants in Corniche is less about finding the longest list and more about matching the room to the plan. This Plate Snob edit brings together 13 restaurants in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, using cooking, spend, setting and practical detail to separate a useful booking from a merely famous address. The selection stretches from cantonese, italian contemporary, indian contemporary and spanish, with particularly useful options around Corniche. 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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Italian ContemporaryTalea by Antonio GuidaFeatured restaurant
Indian ContemporaryMartabaan by Hemant OberoiMartabaan by Hemant Oberoi
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Contemporary Indian cooking with a terrace overlooking the palace beach.
BBQ Al Qasr
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Corniche, 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.
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SpanishJosé by PizarroHot right nowNew
José by Pizarro
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Lively Spanish tapas with a glossy Etihad Towers backdrop.
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Italian ContemporaryTalea by Antonio GuidaFeatured restaurantPlate Snob Pick
Talea by Antonio Guida
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Warm, polished Italian fine dining inside Emirates Palace.
Indian ContemporaryMartabaan by Hemant OberoiFeatured restaurantMartabaan by Hemant Oberoi
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Contemporary Indian cooking with a terrace overlooking the palace beach.
BBQ Al Qasr
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Middle Eastern dining in Corniche, 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.
Catch at St. Regis
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Seafood dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
SpanishJosé by PizarroHot right nowNew
José by Pizarro
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Lively Spanish tapas with a glossy Etihad Towers backdrop.
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.
Nahaam
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
International dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Ray’s Grill
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Steakhouse dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
VaKaVa Abu Dhabi
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Latin American dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Villa Toscana
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Italian dining in Corniche, Abu Dhabi, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
CantoneseHakkasan Abu DhabiHakkasan Abu Dhabi
Corniche, Abu Dhabi
Contemporary Cantonese dining at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental.
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Before you book.
What are the best restaurants in Corniche?
Talea by Antonio Guida 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 Corniche, Abu Dhabi edit?
Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi 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?
Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi 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.
The wider UAE edit