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Abu Dhabi Travel Guide

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Restaurants

Shahista

This traditional Afghan restaurant is a newcomer to the cosmopolitan Abu Dhabi restaurant scene, and features lush decor with lots of pillows, curtains, and sheesha pipes. The menu features Afghani staples like kebabs, pallaw, and korma. The seating area is segregated into sections for VIPs, families, and sheesha smoking.

Food Type
Asian
Price
4
Address
Garhoud area, opposite Deira City Center
City
Abu Dhabi

Al Mina

Al Mina is a relaxed restaurant on the harbor serving traditional Iranian cuisine, with a special focus on local seafood like lobster and squid. Try one of the starter platters, overflowing with hummus, tabbouleh, and dolmades. The restaurant has both an Arabian-style indoor section and an outdoor patio with waterfront views. Open daily from 4-11pm.

Food Type
Local
Price
3
Address
Al Dhafra, Dhow Harbor
City
Abu Dhabi