5 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Abu Dhabi (2026)

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

Mosaic Restaurant alone has logged more than 11,000 Google reviews for its Lebanese mezze and grilled meats, well ahead of any other Mediterranean restaurant in Abu Dhabi on this page. Every name here sits at 4.6 or higher, so the real question isn't quality, it's whether you want a business-lunch mezze spread, a beachfront terrace, or a mall food-hall pick.

Short answer: Mosaic Restaurant leads with 4.8 stars across more than 11,000 reviews, followed by طيبة غورميه (Tayba Gourmet) at 4.8 with nearly 7,000 reviews and Awani at 4.9, the highest rating on the page. Expect AED 50 to 150 per person for a mezze-and-mains meal, more at Somewhere or Beirut Sur Mer for a full sit-down dinner.

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How Abu Dhabi's Mediterranean Kitchens Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Mosaic Restaurant	4.8 ★	11,248	Lebanese classics, groups & catering	View ›
2	طيبة غورميه	4.8 ★	6,942	Late-night Middle Eastern, Al Danah	View ›
3	Awani	4.9 ★	4,594	Elegant sit-down, mixed menu	View ›
4	Somewhere	4.8 ★	4,839	Marina Mall, first-timer friendly	View ›
5	Beirut Sur Mer Restaurant	4.6 ★	4,122	Seafront dining, Saadiyat	View ›

5 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Abu Dhabi (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Mosaic Restaurant

4.811,248 Google reviews

Mosaic Restaurant is a Lebanese and Middle Eastern kitchen on Al Muroor Road, known for its mezze spread, grilled meats and a dedicated catering arm for events. It's a terrace restaurant that covers breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it's built its reputation on volume, this is the most-reviewed Mediterranean kitchen in Abu Dhabi by a wide margin.

What people praise

Hummus, baba ghanouj and grilled meats singled out repeatedly
Warm, professional service across a huge number of visits
Terrace seating and an inviting, classical-oriental interior
Runs its own catering arm for larger events

Worth knowing

Free parking is not guaranteed, expect a paid lot at busy times

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume11,248 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The default choice on proven volume alone. If you want a Lebanese spread that rarely disappoints and can also cater your next event, this is it.

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Guardian Towers, Al-Muroor Road - 31 street Al Aman St - Abu Dhabi

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

طيبة غورميه

4.86,942 Google reviews

طيبة غورميه (Tayba Gourmet) is a Middle Eastern restaurant on Hazza' Bin Zayed The First Street, open until 1am most nights and serving grilled plates, mezze and regional specialties. It's the second most-reviewed Mediterranean kitchen on this page.

What people praise

Warm, personal service reviewers describe repeatedly by name
Generous portions at accessible prices
Late hours make it a reliable dinner option

Worth knowing

Parking near the restaurant can be tight

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume6,942 · 92th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A near-tie with Mosaic on rating, and a strong late-night option for grilled Middle Eastern food when other kitchens have closed.

Website +971505036303 Directions

823 Hazza ' Bin Zayed The First St - Al Danah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Awani

4.94,594 Google reviews

Awani is a restaurant on Al Bateen's Marsa Al Bateen waterfront offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes on an à la carte and tasting-style Semplor menu. Reviewers describe an elegant, comfortable dining room with attentive staff.

What people praise

Highest rating on this page at 4.9
Consistently strong service and presentation across reviews
Menu flexibility between à la carte and a multi-dish tasting format

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than Mosaic or Tayba, though still substantial

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume4,594 · 81th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The top-rated pick here, and worth the reservation if you want an elegant sit-down meal with room to try several dishes.

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Al Bateen - Marsa Al Bateen - Abu Dhabi

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Somewhere

4.84,839 Google reviews

Somewhere is a Middle Eastern restaurant chain with a Marina Mall branch in Abu Dhabi, alongside locations at Galleria, Yas Mall and in Dubai. It's known for photogenic plating and offers first-time diners an iPad menu with pictures of every dish.

What people praise

Beautifully presented dishes, reviewers single out the hummus and flatbreads
Attentive service that stands out even on busy nights
Picture menu makes it easy for first-time visitors to order

Worth knowing

As a mall location, seating can fill up during peak dining hours

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume4,839 · 86th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown92% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A reliable, approachable pick for a first Mediterranean meal in Abu Dhabi, especially if you're staying nearby and want an easy, well-reviewed option.

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Marina Mall Abu Dhabi - Ground Level - next to Bounce - Al Kasir - Al Marina - Abu Dhabi

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Beirut Sur Mer Restaurant

4.64,122 Google reviews

Beirut Sur Mer Restaurant sits on the Saadiyat shoreline near the Louvre Abu Dhabi, serving Lebanese cuisine with dishes like hummus, fattoush, mixed grill and kunafa. It has both indoor seating and a terrace with sea views.

What people praise

Genuine seafront setting, praised for sunset views
Mixed grill and desserts get repeat mentions
Professional, warm service even on busy weekends

Worth knowing

Lowest rating on this page, and Google lists no website or phone completeness beyond basic details
Popular on weekends, so book ahead

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume4,122 · 75th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The pick if the view matters as much as the food. Pair it with a Louvre visit and book ahead for weekend sittings.

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Jacques Chirac St - Al Sa'DiyatCultural - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Mediterranean restaurants in Abu Dhabi. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over 11,000 reviewers carries more weight than the same score from a few hundred. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a Mediterranean meal cost in Abu Dhabi? (2026)

Prices vary by restaurant and whether you order à la carte, share mezze, or go for a full sit-down dinner.

Job	Typical price
Mezze and mains (per person)	AED 50-150
Mid-range sit-down dinner (per person)	AED 150-300
Upscale or seafront dinner (per person)	AED 250-400+

Ranges reflect the ‘Price per person’ figures reviewers self-reported on Google for the businesses on this page, verified August 2026. Confirm current menu pricing directly with the restaurant, especially for set or tasting menus.

Serving all of Abu Dhabi

These Mediterranean restaurants cover Al Muroor, Al Danah, Al Bateen, Marina Mall and the Saadiyat waterfront, spanning most of central and coastal Abu Dhabi. Searching for Mediterranean food near me? Each listing below has a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you book a Mediterranean restaurant

Do you take reservations, and how far ahead should I book on weekends?
Is outdoor or seafront seating available, and can I request it?
What’s included in a mezze set or tasting menu?
Do you cater for events or large groups?
Are vegetarian mezze options clearly marked on the menu?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these Mediterranean restaurants?

We started from every Mediterranean and Lebanese restaurant in Abu Dhabi with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. 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 on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which Mediterranean restaurant in Abu Dhabi has the most reviews?

Mosaic Restaurant, with more than 11,000 Google reviews, well ahead of any other Mediterranean kitchen on this page.

Is Mediterranean food in Abu Dhabi expensive?

Not necessarily. Reviewers report casual mezze meals from AED 50 to 150 per person, while a fuller sit-down dinner at a seafront spot can run AED 250 to 400 or more.

The bottom line

Mosaic is the safe default on sheer proven volume and a menu that suits groups and events, while Awani is the pick if you want the single highest rating on this list. Either way, book ahead on weekends, especially for the seafront tables.

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