The MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2026 is here (and it’s more delicious than ever)

Abu Dhabi’s dining scene just got even more exciting. The MICHELIN Guide has unveiled its fourth edition for 2026, featuring 56 restaurants across the capital – including 11 new additions, three new Bib Gourmand spots, and three restaurants retaining their coveted One MICHELIN Star.

The 2026 selection proves that Abu Dhabi’s food scene is continuing to evolve into one of the region’s most dynamic, diverse and flavour-driven destinations. From Khaleeji-inspired menus and Japanese fusion to beachside Italian classics, there’s never been a better time to EAT THE CAPITAL!

Three restaurants keep their One MICHELIN Star this year: Erth, Hakkasan, and Talea by Antonio Guida, showing a reflection of their consistency, precision, and creativity that continues to impress year after year.

There are new Bib Gourmands to try too...

The Bib Gourmand award celebrates restaurants serving great food at great prices, and this year’s three newcomers are:

• Bua Thai Café on Yas Island, for homely, flavour-packed Thai comfort dishes.

• 3Fils Abu Dhabi, the Al Bateen sibling of Dubai’s cult favourite, serving inventive Japanese plates with a side of good vibes.

• Goldfish, in Marina Mall, where chef Akmal Anuar’s signature sushi, ramen and wagyu sliders make refuelling after shopping a treat.

  
  

Eight new names also join the MICHELIN Guide 2026 lineup:

Cipriani Dolci,

Antonia,

Novikov Abu Dhabi,

Villa Mamas,

Taparelle,

Pincode by Kunal Kapur,

Strawfire by Ross Shonhan,

Sand & Koal.

This year’s Special Awards spotlight the people behind the plates:

• Exceptional Cocktail Award – Strawfire by Ross Shonhan

• Young Chef Award – Villa Toscana, St. Regis Abu Dhabi

• Service Award – Ray’s Grill, Conrad Etihad Towers

• Opening of the Year – 3Fils Abu Dhabi

  
  

Abu Dhabi’s star is rising fast in the culinary world, and the MICHELIN Guide 2026 confirms what locals already know - the capital is officially a dining destination worth travelling for.