One of the emirate’s most iconic landmarks, Louvre Abu Dhabi is itself a work of art. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, the museum’s structures and layout were inspired by the architecture and traditions of the UAE.
Located on Abu Dhabi’s arts hub of Saadiyat Island, the region’s first universal museum serves as a cultural beacon that aims to shine fresh light on the shared stories of humanity. Permanent displays and temporary exhibitions explore the links between global civilisations through time, via collections ranging from ancient archaeological finds, decorative arts, and neoclassical sculptures to paintings by modern masters and contemporary installations. The complex offers 6,400 sqm of gallery space, plus a children’s museum, auditorium, café, restaurant, and gift shop.
Situated in the area are four restaurants listed in the MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi, each with its own cuisine to continue the multicultural experience beyond Louvre Abu Dhabi's walls.
Beirut Sur Mer
Bib Gourmand, MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023Lebanese Cuisine
A Bib Gourmand recognition is given to addresses that offer good quality and good value cooking, and Beirut Sur Mer shines a spotlight on Lebanese cuisine, while treating its guests to gorgeous sea views.
Managed by an experienced team occupying the open kitchen, diners can expect Lebanese classics from mezze to mashawi (barbecued meats and vegetables). The desserts are also not to be missed.
An ideal restaurant for groups, the portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable. The large, colourful, and contemporary dining room also boasts a beautiful beachfront terrace. Definitely an ideal spot for post-cultural refuelling after visiting Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Bib Gourmand • Inspectors’ favourites for good value
Mazi
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023Greek
Have a hankering for Greek cuisine? Then head over to Mazi for a superb meal. Located at the impressive St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, olive and palm trees decorate the restaurant's charming terrace, allowing guests to sink into the feeling of being on holiday in the Greek islands.
The dishes here are traditionally Greek in nature, but modernised with a few smart twists. Sharing platters are also available for groups, with gluten-free options as well as a great selection of Greek grapes. The restaurant's specialties include the tirokafteri, which is a spicy Greek feta dip, as well as the sea bream carpaccio with lime and lemon zest. The loukoumades (Greek doughnuts) made with lavender honey, crushed walnuts, and served with chocolate sorbet, are also worth saving space for.
NIRI
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023Japanese Contemporary
If Japanese is your cuisine of choice, NIRI fits the bill with its top-notch ingredients and cooking style that makes use of a robata grill. Grab a seat at the counter of this contemporary Japanese restaurant and watch the chefs prepare the dishes. Specialties include the nihon soba and robatayaki items such as hotate butter, miso suzuki, shio bream, and more.
The pared-back interior is trendy and comes complete with a sakura tree. Come here to enjoy the beautiful sea views, as NIRI is located on Mamsha Al Saadiyat, an exclusive promenade set against a backdrop of Abu Dhabi’s mesmerising turquoise waters and blue skies.
Tean
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023Mediterranean Cuisine
Upon arriving at this beautiful restaurant, guests might have to fight the urge to take a quick dip as they wander past the pool of the Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort.
Tean’s service team is all smiles, and instantly makes guests feel at home. The space houses an open kitchen that dishes out an assortment of Mediterranean fare designed for sharing, covering Lebanese, Greek, Turkish, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
The freshly baked breads are excellent and come highly recommended, as well as dishes from the charcoal grill and a finisher of Umm Ali (Egyptian bread pudding).
