5 Best Bbq Restaurants in Abu Dhabi (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

You can smell the charcoal before you reach the door. The best BBQ restaurants in Abu Dhabi run from open-fire steakhouses in the old port to unlimited Korean BBQ tables downtown, and between them they've pulled in nearly 60,000 Google reviews, with every rating on the page landing between 4.8 and 4.9.

Short answer: Flavors Grill tops our list with a 4.9 rating across 39,288 Google reviews, by far the largest verified review base of any grill in Abu Dhabi. Korean BBQ favorites Mukbang Shows (4.8) and The Skewers (4.8) follow for all-you-can-eat nights, with unlimited spreads from about AED 59-100 per person. Famous Dave's rounds out the five for American-style smoked brisket and ribs.

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How Abu Dhabi's grills stack up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Flavors Grill Abu Dhabi	4.9 ★	39,288	Special-occasion charcoal grill	View ›
2	Mukbang Shows Restaurant Korean BBQ And Seafood - Muroor Branch	4.8 ★	6,667	All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ	View ›
3	Mukbang Shows Korean BBQ And Seafood - Electra, Abu Dhabi	4.8 ★	5,916	Korean BBQ on Electra Street	View ›
4	The Skewers Restaurant LLC	4.8 ★	4,766	Original unlimited Korean BBQ	View ›
5	Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que	4.8 ★	2,880	American smoked brisket and ribs	View ›

5 Best Bbq Restaurants in Abu Dhabi (2026)

Our five picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Flavors Grill Abu Dhabi

4.939,288 Google reviews

Flavors Grill cooks over open fire in Mina Zayed, the old trading port that gave modern Abu Dhabi its start. There are no fridges and no gas here. Everything comes from the market that day and gets grilled on charcoal in front of you, a concept the kitchen borrows from 18th-century cooking. Founder Chef Nabeel built the room around live cooking stations, and the menu leans on charcoal-grilled sea bass, wagyu and steaks.

What people praise

Charcoal-grilled sea bass singled out as the highlight, smoky and fresh
Cozy, private atmosphere that regulars call perfect for a romantic dinner
Attentive service, with staff like Emma and Edith named repeatedly
Fresh, market-sourced ingredients cooked over open fire
Wagyu and steaks that guests come back for

Worth knowing

Premium pricing, with per-person spends often in the AED 200-500 range
A few diners found some dishes, like the pasta, on the salty or rich side

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume39,288 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: This is the safe pick for a standout meal out. It ranks first on both an elite 4.9 rating and a review base that dwarfs everything else in the city.

Website +971563389222 Directions

Mina St - Zayed Port - Freezone 2 - Abu Dhabi

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Mukbang Shows Restaurant Korean BBQ And Seafood - Muroor Branch

4.86,667 Google reviews

Mukbang Shows runs a Korean BBQ and seafood buffet on Muroor Road, across from Emirates Grand Market. You grill your own meat and seafood at the table and pull from unlimited side dishes, with an eat-all-you-can format that starts around AED 69. The Muroor branch covers a wide spread of Korean barbecue, chicken and seafood, and it draws big family and group tables.

What people praise

Generous all-you-can-eat spread with unlimited banchan and side dishes
Fresh, flavorful meat and seafood praised across reviews
Friendly, accommodating servers who explain the format
Standout kimchi, bulgogi and marinated chicken
Loyalty promotion (collect stamps for a free unlimited BBQ)

Worth knowing

Grills sit at each table, so the closed room can get smoky
Parking nearby can be tight
One guest felt the kids-sharing policy was not explained clearly

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume6,667 · 93th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: Best value for a group that wants to graze all night. It ranks second on a strong 4.8 and one of the deepest review counts in the category.

Website +971501589433 Directions

547 Sultan Bin Zayed The First St - across from Emirates Grand Market - Al Danah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Mukbang Shows Korean BBQ And Seafood - Electra, Abu Dhabi

4.85,916 Google reviews

This is Mukbang Shows' Electra Street location, behind City Seasons Hotel in Al Danah. It runs the same unlimited Korean BBQ and seafood concept as the Muroor branch, with tabletop grilling, a first round of assorted meat and seafood, and refillable banchan. Reviewers describe it as a comfortable, modern room that works for both couples and larger groups.

What people praise

Fresh, authentic Korean BBQ and a well-liked seafood boil
Friendly, attentive staff from start to finish
Cozy, modern space suited to friends and family
Good buffet portions and efficient service

Worth knowing

Parking can be difficult, and paid lots are the norm
One diner wished the server had let them cook their own meat

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume5,916 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown86% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A central alternative to the Muroor branch with the same format and quality. It lands third on a matching 4.8 and slightly lower review volume.

Website +97125640446 Directions

Electra Street Zayed The First St - behind City Seasons Hotel - Al Danah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi

#4🕑 Open 7 days

The Skewers Restaurant LLC

4.84,766 Google reviews

The Skewers Restaurant has run unlimited Korean barbecue on Hamdan Street since 2018, billing itself as one of Abu Dhabi's original 'Woo Samgyupsal' spots. You grill high-quality beef, chicken and seafood at the table, with banchan, Korean soups and house kimchi included. Unlimited Korean BBQ starts at AED 59 per person, alongside unlimited shabu shabu and chicken wings deals. It also keeps late hours, open until 3 AM.

What people praise

Fresh meat and seafood with good variety for tabletop grilling
Strong value, with unlimited Korean BBQ from AED 59
Warm, hands-on service that guests mention by name
Elegant yet relaxed room that suits celebrations
Open very late for after-hours dining

Worth knowing

One reviewer found the calamari and fish pieces slimy despite cooking

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume4,766 · 83th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown89% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-priced, long-running choice for grill-your-own nights. It ranks fourth on a 4.8 and a review base just behind the Mukbang branches.

Website +97128836144 Directions

Behind Brands for Less - Hamdan street Behind Emax - Hamdan Bin Mohammed St - Abu Dhabi

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que

4.82,880 Google reviews

Famous Dave's is the American BBQ and steakhouse in the group, based at Al Wahda Mall in Al Nahyan. The kitchen centers on oak-smoked brisket, short ribs, steaks and its Pitmaster's Feast, plus a lineup of Legendary burgers and chicken wings. It is the go-to here for Texas-style smoked meat rather than tabletop grilling.

What people praise

Tender, smoky Legendary Stack beef and brisket that guests rate highly
Good-value feast platters and lunch deals
Consistent food quality across dishes
Standout, name-checked hospitality from staff like Dilshan

Worth knowing

One diner felt the mac and cheese needed more seasoning
The passionfruit drink read as too sweet for one guest

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume2,880 · 73th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown89% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The pick when you want smoked American barbecue instead of Korean grill. It rounds out the five on a solid 4.8 and the smallest, though still large, review base of the group.

Website +97125846899 Directions

Steers - Unit no. E 203 & E 204 Level 2 - Al Nahyan - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi

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How we score

Our scorecard reads live Google data, nothing else. Rating is the current Google average. Review volume is how many customers rated the place, ranked against every other grill in the city. Confidence weighs that rating by how many reviews back it, so a 4.9 across thousands outranks a 4.9 across a handful. Recency tracks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to move these numbers.

What does a BBQ dinner cost in Abu Dhabi? (2026)

Price swings on format more than anything. All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ is the cheapest way to eat a lot of meat, while charcoal steakhouses and premium cuts push the per-person spend up fast.

Job	Typical price
All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ (per person)	AED 59 - 100
Mid-range grill dinner (per person)	AED 100 - 200
Premium charcoal or steak dinner (per person)	AED 250 - 500+

Ranges compiled July 2026 from menu pricing on the operators’ own sites and customer-reported per-person spends tagged in Google reviews.

Where to find them across Abu Dhabi

These grills cluster in the city center and the old port. You will find Flavors Grill in Mina Zayed, the Mukbang Shows branches on Muroor Road and Electra Street in Al Danah, The Skewers on Hamdan Street, and Famous Dave’s at Al Wahda Mall in Al Nahyan. If you are searching for BBQ near me from the Corniche, Khalidiya or the downtown core, all five are a short drive.

What to ask before you book a table

Is the menu a la carte or all-you-can-eat, and is there a time limit?
Do I grill at the table, or does the food arrive already cooked?
Is the meat halal, and which cuts are included in the set price?
Do you take reservations, and are they needed on weekends?
What is the pricing and sharing policy for kids?
Is parking or valet available at the location?

Frequently asked questions

Which BBQ restaurant in Abu Dhabi is best?

Flavors Grill leads our ranking with a 4.9 rating across 39,288 Google reviews, the deepest verified record of any grill in the city. It is the strongest all-round pick, especially for a special-occasion charcoal dinner.

Where can I get the cheapest all-you-can-eat BBQ?

The Skewers starts unlimited Korean BBQ at AED 59 per person, and Mukbang Shows runs its eat-all-you-can format from around AED 69. Both let you grill meat and seafood at the table with unlimited sides.

Are these rankings paid?

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

How did you choose these five?

We compared every BBQ restaurant in Abu Dhabi with a real Google track record, then ranked them by rating, review volume, confidence and how recently people are still reviewing. We do not visit or accept free meals.

How often is this list updated?

The ratings and review counts here were verified in July 2026. We refresh the data as Google reviews change, so positions can shift over time.

The bottom line

For a memorable night out, Flavors Grill is the safe default, with charcoal cooking and a review record no one else in Abu Dhabi comes close to. If you would rather grill your own and eat until you are full, book The Skewers or Mukbang Shows and go hungry.

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