Abu Dhabi Restaurants with the Most Beautiful Interiors

Situated within the Al Hosn cultural site, this restaurant, meaning ‘legacy’, pays homage to Emirati heritage from its food to its design. The authentic yet contemporary interiors boast elegant, neutral tones paired with traditional local elements in a modern majlis-style setting. This starred eatery is creatively furnished with bespoke chairs, tables, carpets, and even crockery made and crafted in the UAE by local designers.

As grand as its location, this Italian restaurant in Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is spacious, sleek, and bold in design. Hues of blues, whites, greys, and yellows are skillfully interwoven to reflect the colours of Italy’s southern coast. Contemporary Italian art is dotted along the walls, while its high, vaulted ceilings are adorned with bright and bulbous, dandelion-like chandeliers, making a statement in true Italian style.

Be transported to China through flavour and design at this chic Cantonese restaurant in Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. The décor features incredible latticework, with intricate cage-like walls around the dining area, and traditional wood carvings capturing the essence of Cantonese culture in a modern way. The restaurant is intentionally darker to underline the clever shadow play of blue and red lighting throughout the space, creating an intimate atmosphere in a spacious environment.

The warm tones of this Lebanese/Armenian eatery located in The Galleria welcome you upon entry. The soft salmon-coloured walls combined with warm lights create a cosy atmosphere in an elevated way. The star of the décor is the pomegranate – here, the beloved fruit of the Levant region is cohesively and elegantly alluded to in shape, colour and elements on the wallpaper, table settings, lighting, furniture and indoor flora.

Walk into a garden oasis by the sea at this vibrant Lebanese restaurant set on the shores of Saadiyat Island. Enjoy a meal under lush vine leaves and grape chandeliers hanging from the high ceiling, while floral elements stylishly adorn the chairs and walls at every turn. During the day, bask in the natural light shining through the floor to ceiling windows, while the evening is ideal for a dining experience on the terrace under cosy fairy lights.