Abu Dhabi’s dining scene is welcoming a fresh lineup of exciting new spots this August. From viral bakeries and gourmet burger joints to stylish waterfront restaurants and all-day cafés, these new openings bring plenty of reasons to explore the capital’s food scene. Here are seven restaurants and cafés to add to your must-visit list this month.
New Restaurants In Abu Dhabi
1. Bakerist
Bakerist is opening its first branch in Abu Dhabi, offering popular oversized pastries alongside freshly baked sourdough, cakes, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, salads, and hearty mains, as well as speciality coffee and matcha drinks. The latest addition, croissandwiches, may feature fillings like smoked chicken, roast meat, and mortadella. With a diverse menu beyond its signature croissants, this new spot is worth checking out.
Where: Noya Community, Noya Plaza – Yas Island – YN7 – Abu Dhabi
2. Oro Verde
Yas Bay is enhancing its waterfront dining scene with Oro Verde, a new Nikkei restaurant and bar blending Japanese and Peruvian influences. This concept from the team behind Asia Asia and Lock, Stock & Barrel will offer bold flavours, creative cocktails, and a stylish atmosphere. Oro Verde promises to be a standout destination in Abu Dhabi, offering everything from leisurely lunches and sunset drinks to lively dinners.
Where: Waterfront Promenade, Abu Dhabi, UAE
3. Jamie’s Italian
Jamie Oliver’s Italian dining concept has opened its first Abu Dhabi branch at Reem Mall. The restaurant serves Italian favourites including Neapolitan-style pizzas, pasta, antipasti and desserts, making it an ideal stop after shopping or enjoying the snow. The cosy, family-friendly restaurant boasts an open kitchen and a turquoise-tiled bar. Enjoy generous portions of signature pizzas and pastas, and don’t miss the delightful mascarpone and pistachio Cassata Cheesecake.
Where: Reem Mall – Level 231, Ras Ar Ranqiyah St – Al Reem Island – Najmat Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi
When: 10 am to 10 pm daily
4. Graze Burger Al Danah
Graze Burger focuses on gourmet burgers made with premium ingredients, including house-ground meat, freshly prepared chicken and handmade buns. The menu features a wide selection of meat and chicken burgers, sliders, and loaded sides, including the Cheesy Burger, Big Smoke, Hot Chic, and Hulk Smash Burger. You can also tuck into crispy wings, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, mac and cheese balls and curly fries, while vegetarian diners can opt for the Falafel Burger.
Where: 53174 Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St – in front of TRA Building Dhafrah – Al Danah – E18 03 – Abu Dhabi
When: 11 am to 12 am daily
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5. Brooki
Australian bakery brand Brooki Bakehouse has made its mark in Abu Dhabi with its much-loved range of oversized cookies. The Al Qana outlet is particularly notable as the brand’s first-ever drive-thru, where you can pick up freshly baked, soft-centred cookies without leaving your car. Known for its thick, chunky bakes that gained a huge following online, Brooki also offers delivery across the city.
Where: 147 Hamad Mohamed Thani Al Rumaithi St – Rabdan – RB5 – Abu Dhabi
When: 10 am to 11:59 pm daily
6. Distrikt Social
Distrikt Social is a vibrant all-day café and terrace in Saadiyat, offering a diverse menu from breakfast to hearty mains and desserts. Enjoy dishes like Emirati Machboos, dukkah lamb chops, steak and frites, and breakfast favourites such as avocado toast and acai bowls. Sweet treats include Basque cheesecake and gluten-free brownie. Led by Chef Rene Millan, the café focuses on fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and dishes meant for sharing.
Where: Laffan St – Al Saadiyat Island – SDW4 – Abu Dhabi
When: 6 am to 12 am daily
7. Baba Roma
Baba Roma is an all-day café offering a diverse menu of breakfast favourites, fresh salads, hearty mains, sandwiches, and baked treats. Enjoy dishes like lobster benedict, Turkish eggs, truffled mushrooms on toast, or burgers and lobster rolls. There’s also pasta, steak, salmon, and wholesome bowls, along with a selection of pastries, including croissants and their signature honey cake. Whether for breakfast or a casual meal, there’s something for everyone at Baba Roma.
Where: Yas Island, Ansam 2 – Abu Dhabi
When: 7 am to 10 pm daily
Keep this list handy to discover the latest restaurants and cafés to check out across Abu Dhabi this August.
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