The Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Abu Dhabi

At this Lebanese seaside eatery, family time can be enjoyed on the beautiful sandy shores at Mamsha Beach. The whole family will love sharing some great Lebanese dishes on the beachside Beirut sur Mer, with a seat on the terrace that gives kids a chance to venture straight back onto the beach once they’ve finished eating.

This modern brasserie-style restaurant, located near The National Aquarium in Al Qana Marina, is a popular haunt with both local and expat family communities. Here, the friendly staff take the time to engage with their younger diners and their accessible Mediterranean menu is appealing to all ages.

A restaurant that was founded off the friendship of celebrated chefs Pierre Gagnaire and Nicole Rubi, it’s no surprise that its ethos of eating together as a family works well in this colourful brasserie. Its Mediterranean-inspired menu has something for everyone on it, kids can enjoy the pasta and fantastic, freshly made Paradiso pizzas.

It may be set in the formal Four Seasons Hotel and been inspired by the iconic place of the same name in Washington, but families come here for its relaxed, professional quality. In that regard, younger family members can experience impressive surroundings, all the while dining off familiar Italian favourites, such as pizza and pasta, with the Saturday brunch always a winner.

The eatery may look humble from the outside, but the local families know better than to judge a book by its cover. With the staff making everyone feel warm and welcome, families can opt to dine in private cabins to enjoy authentic, generous, and satisfying Emirati and Kuwaiti dishes for all.