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5 Best Food Trucks in Abu Dhabi (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

Finding a good food truck in Abu Dhabi usually means chasing a location that changes by the day, so the ones worth tracking down are the ones locals keep coming back for. The trucks and mobile kitchens on this page have racked up over 13,600 reviews between them, and the top name alone accounts for more than half of that. That kind of gap is rare in a category this scattered, and it tells you something about which spots have built a real following versus which ones are still finding theirs.

Short answer: Krush Burger Al Shamkhah is the clear standout for food trucks in Abu Dhabi, holding 4.9 stars across 7,626 reviews, the most-reviewed name on this list by a wide margin. SALT is a strong runner-up at 4.5 stars and 4,653 reviews, with multiple locations across the city. For something closer to a classic street-food setup, Harr & Hloo (4.4, 601 reviews) runs a dedicated burger and grill menu out of Khalifa City.
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The lineup, side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Krush Burger Al Shamkhah 4.9 ★ 7,626 Mini burgers, late-night View ›
2 SALT 4.5 ★ 4,653 All-day dining, multiple locations View ›
3 Harr & Hloo حار و حلو 4.4 ★ 601 Burgers and BBQ boxes View ›
4 ZOI Truck AlQurm 4.6 ★ 349 Waterfront dining View ›
5 Muncheeze 4.4 ★ 414 Sunset dining at Al Hudayriat View ›
5 Best Food Trucks in Abu Dhabi (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Krush Burger Al Shamkhah logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Krush Burger Al Shamkhah

4.97,626 Google reviews

Krush Burger started as a small mini-burger concept founded in Roseville, California in 2011, and was franchised into the UAE in 2014. The Al Shamkhah location is one of seven across the country, known for signature sauces and never-frozen patties, and it's set up as a drive-in trailer operation rather than a storefront. Hours run late, close to 3:30am most nights, which matches how the reviews describe it: a stop after a long day rather than a planned sit-down meal.

What people praise

  • Consistently praised for friendly, attentive staff by name
  • Late hours make it a reliable option well past midnight
  • Reviewers call out specific menu items (the Krush burger, chicken options) as standouts

Worth knowing

  • A few recent reviews mention inconsistent quality compared to earlier visits
  • One reviewer noted an order mix-up with no call recording to verify it
Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume7,626 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Far ahead of everything else here on volume, and the rating holds up at 4.9 despite that scale. Worth the drive out to Al Shamkhah if you're after mini burgers specifically.

Website Book now+97126752156 Directions

CP37+3M - Al Shamkhah - SH30 - Abu Dhabi

SALT logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

SALT

4.54,653 Google reviews

SALT operates as a social-media-driven casual dining brand with locations across the UAE, including this Umm Al Emarat Park spot in Abu Dhabi. It leans toward the food-truck-to-cafe hybrid model, open long hours (8am to 3am) and known for a rotating menu of sliders, fries, and dessert items like its brownie softie. The brand runs sister locations in Dubai, Sharjah, Al Ain, and Ras Al Khaimah.

What people praise

  • Reviewers name specific staff members repeatedly, suggesting real staff consistency
  • Popular for casual dine-in as much as takeaway
  • Plenty of parking noted, unusual for this category

Worth knowing

  • Larger share of 1 and 2-star reviews than the top pick, worth reading a few before visiting
Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume4,653 · 92th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown75% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The volume runner-up, and a genuinely different experience from Krush Burger, more of a hangout spot than a quick grab. Good for groups wanting to sit and stay a while.

Website Book now+971600555551 Directions

Umm Al Emarat Park - Abu Dhabi

Harr & Hloo حار و حلو logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Harr & Hloo حار و حلو

4.4601 Google reviews

Harr & Hloo runs a grill-and-burger menu out of Khalifa City, built around its BBQ Box concept, an insulated kit with organic beef patties, buns, and toppings for at-home grilling, alongside a standard in-truck burger and mashakek menu. The Lava Sandwich comes up repeatedly in reviews as the standout order.

What people praise

  • The Lava Sandwich singled out by multiple reviewers as a favorite
  • Staff praised by name for attentive service
  • Owner responds personally to nearly every review

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer noted a 30-minute wait during a slow overnight shift with a single staff member
  • A few mention prices creeping up over time
Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume601 · 87th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown78% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A step down in volume from the top two, but a solid, focused burger menu with real repeat-customer loyalty behind it.

Website Book now+971563522395 Directions

Al Fursan St - Khalifa City - SW17 - Abu Dhabi

ZOI Truck AlQurm logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

ZOI Truck AlQurm

4.6349 Google reviews

ZOI Truck AlQurm runs as a coffee-and-food truck at Al Qurm Yard near Qasr Al Bahr, with a wider ZOI Cafe network across Abu Dhabi (Al Jimi, Qattara, and other truck locations). It's open 24 hours, and reviewers describe it as a go-to for coffee and late-night hot chocolate as much as food.

What people praise

  • Open 24 hours, called out specifically for late-night visits
  • Spanish latte and matcha drinks praised by name
  • Multiple staff members named for consistently friendly service

Worth knowing

  • A couple of reviewers flagged inconsistent drink quality on repeat orders
  • Smaller review base than the top three on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume349 · 76th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Best bet if you want a truck that's genuinely open around the clock, with coffee as much a draw as the food.

Website+971503059048 Directions

Al Qurm Yard - Qasr Al Bahr - Abu Dhabi

Muncheeze logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Muncheeze

4.4414 Google reviews

Muncheeze operates out of Al Hudayriat Island, near the pier and popular for its sunset views alongside a burger-forward menu. Reviewers describe it as a spot to linger rather than grab and go, with both indoor and outdoor seating and a menu built around Wagyu and specialty burgers.

What people praise

  • Sunset and waterfront setting called out repeatedly as a draw
  • Specific burgers (Wagyu, Chef's A) named as standouts by multiple reviewers
  • Praised for fresh preparation on repeat visits

Worth knowing

  • No listed phone number or website, so it's harder to check hours in advance
  • One reviewer missed the previous full-meal option now that items are sold a la carte
Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume414 · 82th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 months ago
Info completenesshours
Rating breakdown68% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The smallest review base on this page, but the location and repeat-visit praise make it worth the trip if you're near Al Hudayriat at sunset.

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Al Hudayriat Island - Al Hidayriyyat - Abu Dhabi

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How we score

We rank each truck by its live Google rating and how many customers have actually reviewed it, since volume shows whether a rating is a real track record or a handful of opinions. We also weigh how recently reviews are still coming in, since trucks move locations and can go quiet. No business can pay to change these numbers or its position on this list.

How much does food truck food cost in Abu Dhabi? (2026)

None of these publish a fixed menu on their Google listing, and food truck pricing in Abu Dhabi varies by item rather than a flat per-person cost. Reviewers mention a range from quick snack items to full burger combos, so check the truck’s current menu or Instagram before you go if budget matters.

Serving all of Abu Dhabi

These trucks are spread across the city, from Al Shamkhah in the north to Al Hudayriat Island in the south, with others at Umm Al Emarat Park, Khalifa City, and Qasr Al Bahr. Since food trucks can move or change hours, check each one’s current location and hours before making a trip, especially if you’re searching food trucks near me in Abu Dhabi during off-peak hours.

What to know before you go

  • Is the truck at its usual spot today, or has the location moved?
  • What are today’s hours, since food truck schedules can shift?
  • Does the menu change seasonally or stay fixed?
  • Is there seating on-site, or is it takeaway only?
  • Do they take card payments, or cash only?
  • Any current promotions or new menu items worth trying?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these food trucks?

We pulled every food truck and mobile kitchen with a real Google Business Profile serving Abu Dhabi, then ranked by rating, review volume, and recency of reviews.

How often is this updated?

We refresh the data periodically. This page was last verified in July 2026.

Which food truck in Abu Dhabi is open latest?

ZOI Truck AlQurm runs 24 hours. Krush Burger Al Shamkhah stays open until around 3:30am most nights.

Which food truck has the most reviews in Abu Dhabi?

Krush Burger Al Shamkhah, with 7,626 reviews and a 4.9 rating, well ahead of the others on this list.

The bottom line

Krush Burger Al Shamkhah is the safe default here, the most-reviewed name by far and still holding a 4.9 rating. If you want something more relaxed to sit and enjoy, SALT or Muncheeze both lean into atmosphere as much as the food. Either way, check current hours before you drive out, since food truck schedules shift.

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