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Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Food Guide: 9 Thai food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Abu Dhabi
Find out what Thai restaurants to try in Abu Dhabi. Atmospheric backstreets paint a very different picture to first impressions of Abu Dhabi. The often slick and modern capital of the U.A.E. presents a fascinating mixture of tradition and progression. Tracing its rich history back to around 3000 B.C., Abu Dhabi maintains a more distinctly Arabian ambiance than glitzy Dubai. Taxis are a safe, reliable way to get around sites such as The Corniche Park, the White Fort, the Heritage Village, which offers glimpses into Bedouin life, and the Women's Craft Centre.
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9. Fishmarket
Overall Ratings
4 based on 525 reviews
One of the first and most renowned restaurants in town and. Fishmarket first opened its doors 34 years ago. Pick the freshest seafood, cooked Thai-style and served in a relaxed setting right on the calm water of the Arabian gulf and you have the recipe fo
Reviewed By Margrit W
This outstanding seafood restaurant is behind the Intercontinental Hotel and is considered a hotel restaurant.I have never been disappointed- the seafood and fish is super fresh and they cook it perfectly.I had grilled gulf sole which is my favorite. My companions had the sole, scallops, mussels, giant tiger prawns, sardines and soft shell crabs.We ordered garlic rice and a major serving of tempura vegetables.What a fabulous meal !! I highly recommend this restaurant and try to visit it every time I am in Abu Dhabi.Prices are not excessive. The fresh fish, vegetables and salads are on display and cooking is Thai style but you can choose many variations.Do treat yourself.Dear Margrit WThank you for the compliments and for taking the time to write this review.I am happy to read that you had a pleasurable experience at Fishmarket Our team is dedicated to provide you with a memorable experience, therefor, your comments are very important to us. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon.Best regards Restaurants ManagerAhmed Ibrahim
8. Cho Gao Marina Walk
Overall Ratings
4 based on 447 reviews
Meaning ârice marketâ in Vietnamese, Cho Gao pairs creative Asian fusion cuisine with culinary expertise, with signature dishes from Indonesian, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thai cuisine available in a chic and stylish waterfront setting, overlooking the mari
Reviewed By poiuytrewq22
Good choices of food. Youâll be full enough just with their cold n hot starters! My husband n some friends enjoyed the night with a view outside, would like to give appreciation to Joyce our server who really did a great job,everything went perfectly! Dear poiuytrewq22,Thank you for taking the time to post a fantastic review regarding your recent visit to Cho Gao. Along with my team, I sincerely appreciate your great comments about Joyce and am delighted that you enjoyed your dining experience with us.Thank you once again for sharing your experience on Trip Advisor. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest and we look forward to welcoming you back to Cho Gao in the near future.Yours sincerely, Godwin RajuRestaurant Manager
7. Li Jiang
Overall Ratings
4 based on 339 reviews
A modern Southeast Asian restaurant with an open kitchen whets the appetite for all things spicy, authentic and Oriental. The breathaking terrace will offer the best scenic view, cocktails and music with our Resident DJ. Meaning "beautiful river" in Chine
Reviewed By dels_travel
Without a doubt the best Asian buffet Iâve ever had. The selection of food on offer was incredible and all incredibly fresh. The scallops and tuna were cooked to perfection as was the dim sum and the hot selection was piping hot.There was also a live DJ playing which added atmosphere and complimented the Theatricals of the chefs cooking at their stations.We dined on the second occasion from the A la carte menu and both dishes were stunning. I had the red Thai Curry while my companion had the beef, again cooked to perfection. Dim sum starters were perfect and you have to try the wasabi prawns too!If you are staying at the Ritz this place is a must and if you are staying elsewhere in Abu Dhabi I would recommend coming here for dinner.Dear Dels_travel,Thank you for taking the time to share your Li Jiang dining experience.We are pleased to see that you have found pleasure in booth, our new late brunch concept and our a la carte offer. I will share your wonderful comments personally with the team and rest assured they will be thrilled.Looking forward to welcoming you back I would like to thank you again for your support.Best regards,Peter KavcicDirector of Banquets
6. Cho Gao Restaurant and Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 750 reviews
Cho Gao which means ârice marketâ in Vietnamese, combines the creativity, energy and senses of ancient Asian culture. Guests can experience an adventurous culinary journey through Asia with a menu that takes its inspiration from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietn
Reviewed By mohammedj308
The best Asian food in the town, always surprise me specially the recommendation of Alex about the nice sushi (volcano maki) thanks a lot for the nice service. Itâs our first time trying sticky rice with fresh mango for dessert highly recommended !!! Dear mohammedj380,Thank you very much for taking the time to review us on Trip Advisor!I am very pleased to read your very kind review and so happy to see that you have really enjoyed our food and of course the great recommendation of our lovely waiter Alex.Please feel free to come back anytime soon and we will be more than happy to assist you and make your evening once again special!Warm Regards,Cho Gao's Team
5. Benjarong
Overall Ratings
4 based on 266 reviews
Dusit Thani's signature Benjarong restaurant offers an exclusive environment of vintage Thai style in a contemporary setting. With its vast menu of Royal Thai specialities, Benjarong offers authentic cuisine complemented by personalized service.
Reviewed By beautifulsunshin2019
What a great place to have thai food in abu dhabiThe food taste is wow and the atmosphere is very nice and welcoming The staff are super friendly The menu prices are a bit highIt is a very good restaurant for celebration Irecommend it to all to tryWe will come back Dear beautifulsunshin2019,Thank you for dining in our signature restaurant Benjarong.The Chefs, as well as the service team, were truly pleased by your kind words and how much you enjoyed the experience.We are grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to another excellent dining experience in Benjarong restaurant.Graciously yours,Desmond Hatton, General Manager
4. Sontaya
Overall Ratings
4 based on 684 reviews
Sontaya, meaning sunset in Thai, is the seductively beautiful venue at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort that is set amongst a series of floating pavilions that look out to the beach and across the turquoise Arabian Gulf. Featuring enchanting ambience
Reviewed By JARAMONI
Govin was an excellent host incredible service, the food was amazing, be ware about how you order spice but they will guide you if you think you eat hot thin again we are Mexican and we were advise to ask middle hot which was perfect!!!The Cheff visited us and he was friendly an funny! Grate time!!!Dear JARAMONIThank you very much for taking time to write down this review. We are happy that you had a memorable dining experience with us and Thank you for appreciating your host Govin by giving good feedback. Itâs our pleasure to serve you always. Your comments are highly valuable for us. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards Anit Bansal Sontaya Venue Manager
3. Desert Lotus Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 143 reviews
The Desert Lotus, conceptualized as a delicate blooming flower amid an arid desert, is a premier dining experience of authentic Thai and custom sushi cuisine and delicacies. In the heart of Abu Dhabi, Desert Lotus was created to provide family-style socia
Reviewed By hdastoor
Visited the place , based on 5 star reviews . However was disappointed with the food . The fried chicken was ordinary with not much meat , the fish cakes were taste but doubt the fish was a fresh. The papaya salad had a strong fish sauce odour and the pad Thai just about average .We tried the Sushi as well - nothing to write about . Have to say the portion sizes are small as well.Dear Valued Guest,Greetings from Desert Lotus Restaurant.It is with great regret and apprehension  that we received  your feedback regarding unfortunate experience you had with our service.We are very serious when it comes to our clientâs satisfaction so we have taken  number of measures and make every effort to ensure that this problem will not happen again in the future.Once again, on behalf of the DLR team, we apologize if our service did not meet your expectation and for inconvenience we have caused.Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention. We certainly do not wish to lose you as a valued customer. We are confident that a future visit will better reflect our commitment to customer satisfaction.Best Regards,DLR Team
2. Desert Lotus Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 143 reviews
The Desert Lotus, conceptualized as a delicate blooming flower amid an arid desert, is a premier dining experience of authentic Thai and custom sushi cuisine and delicacies. In the heart of Abu Dhabi, Desert Lotus was created to provide family-style socia
Reviewed By hdastoor
Visited the place , based on 5 star reviews . However was disappointed with the food . The fried chicken was ordinary with not much meat , the fish cakes were taste but doubt the fish was a fresh. The papaya salad had a strong fish sauce odour and the pad Thai just about average .We tried the Sushi as well - nothing to write about . Have to say the portion sizes are small as well.Dear Valued Guest,Greetings from Desert Lotus Restaurant.It is with great regret and apprehension  that we received  your feedback regarding unfortunate experience you had with our service.We are very serious when it comes to our clientâs satisfaction so we have taken  number of measures and make every effort to ensure that this problem will not happen again in the future.Once again, on behalf of the DLR team, we apologize if our service did not meet your expectation and for inconvenience we have caused.Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention. We certainly do not wish to lose you as a valued customer. We are confident that a future visit will better reflect our commitment to customer satisfaction.Best Regards,DLR Team
Where to eat Asian food in Abu Dhabi: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Li Jiang
Overall Ratings
4 based on 339 reviews
A modern Southeast Asian restaurant with an open kitchen whets the appetite for all things spicy, authentic and Oriental. The breathaking terrace will offer the best scenic view, cocktails and music with our Resident DJ. Meaning "beautiful river" in Chine
Reviewed By dels_travel
Without a doubt the best Asian buffet Iâve ever had. The selection of food on offer was incredible and all incredibly fresh. The scallops and tuna were cooked to perfection as was the dim sum and the hot selection was piping hot.There was also a live DJ playing which added atmosphere and complimented the Theatricals of the chefs cooking at their stations.We dined on the second occasion from the A la carte menu and both dishes were stunning. I had the red Thai Curry while my companion had the beef, again cooked to perfection. Dim sum starters were perfect and you have to try the wasabi prawns too!If you are staying at the Ritz this place is a must and if you are staying elsewhere in Abu Dhabi I would recommend coming here for dinner.Dear Dels_travel,Thank you for taking the time to share your Li Jiang dining experience.We are pleased to see that you have found pleasure in booth, our new late brunch concept and our a la carte offer. I will share your wonderful comments personally with the team and rest assured they will be thrilled.Looking forward to welcoming you back I would like to thank you again for your support.Best regards,Peter KavcicDirector of Banquets
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