The eagerly awaited second edition of the MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2024 has been released, featuring a total of 46 selected restaurants spanning 21 diverse cuisines. This impressive selection showcases the ambition and passion of chefs in Abu Dhabi, earning praise from the guide's anonymous inspectors.
In the previous year, three restaurants were awarded one MICHELIN Star for their exceptional cuisine, while four establishments received a Bib Gourmand distinction for offering good food at moderate prices. The 2024 edition maintains these distinctions for all the recognised restaurants. Let's explore the complete list.
One MICHELIN Star Restaurants In Abu Dhabi
Erth has become the latest addition to Abu Dhabi's esteemed MICHELIN-starred restaurants, joining the ranks of three establishments acknowledged for their high-quality culinary offerings.
The name 'Erth', meaning 'legacy', is nestled near the historic Qasr Al Hosn, boasting a beautifully designed space inspired by the local region. The restaurant is known for its memorable cuisine, featuring modern twists on refined Emirati dishes.
Erth now stands alongside last year's MICHELIN-starred venues: Talea by Antonio Guida, Hakkasan, and 99 Sushi Bar.
Bib Gourmand Awards
Now boasting a total of six restaurants, the Bib Gourmand category welcomes two newcomers this year.
- Oii, a charming brasserie, invites guests with warmth and offers a menu filled with sunny, fresh, and satisfying Mediterranean dishes.
- Al Mrzab, a traditional restaurant, has earned its popularity, evident in the likelihood of customers having to wait for a table. Despite the perpetual bustling atmosphere, the kitchen exhibits evident care in preparing traditional and affordable Emirati and Kuwaiti dishes.
These additions join the four restaurants previously honoured with a Bib Gourmand in last year's inaugural guide: Almayass, Beirut Sur Mer, Otoro, and Tazal.
MICHELIN Special Awards
Inspectors aren't just focusing on the cuisine; they're also on the lookout for standout service stars during their dining experiences. In the current guide, three contenders from Abu Dhabi have won the MICHELIN Special Awards.
- Service Award 2023: Chandran Thanggaraja, Kopitiam by Chandy’s
- Young Chef Award 2023: Rigers Cuka, Oii
- Opening of the Year Award 2023: James Soo Yong Kim, Les Dangereux
MICHELIN Selected Restaurants
This year, The MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi welcomed 9 new eateries to its selection:
- Erth
- Ray’s Grill
- Yadoo’s House
- Maté
- José by Pizarro
- terra
- Kopitiam by Chandy’s,
- Al Farah
- Les Dangereux.
These additions bring a diverse range of cuisines, including Spanish, Malaysian, Argentinean, and Emirati.
MICHELIN Restaurants Maintaining Their Spots
Maintaining their coveted spots in the MICHELIN-selected list are
Butcher & Still, Byblos Sur Mer, Café Milano, Catch by St. Regis, Cipriani, Coya, Dai Pai Dong, Fouquet’s, Finz, Grand Beirut, Li Beirut, Li Jiang, LPM, Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi, Mazi, Meylas, Mijana, Moksh, Namak, NIRI, Oak Room, Paradiso, Punjab Grill, Silk & Spice, Tean, VaKaVa Pan Latin Grill and Lounge by Richard Sandoval, Villa Toscana, and Zuma.
MICHELIN Restaurants That Lost The Spot
Regrettably, the guide bid farewell to five restaurants that didn't meet the criteria for a second year: Cafe James, Fishmarket, Hoi An, Market Kitchen, and Shang Palace.