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19-05-2025
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4 new Greek restaurants to try in Abu Dhabi 2025
La joie de vivre… From succulent seafood to flavourful desserts, Greek food is often lost in the crowd of prized eats in the UAE capital. So we're here to refresh your memory. Here are 4 Greek restaurants in Abu Dhabi you must try in 2025. Pappas Taverna Part of a duo of thrilling eats that set up shop at the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island right as we moved into 2025, Pappas Taverna invites you to your very own version of Mamma Mia , with a menu of traditional Greek eats paired with live entertainment. Pappas Taverna, W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, Yas Island, 6pm to 11pm, Weds to Mon. @wabudhabi Ilios This one is open on the sidelines of Surf Abu Dhabi, and it looks stunning. Inspired by the 'joie de vivre' mindset of Greece, Ilios Beach Club is your one-stop destination for poolside parties and flavourful dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, when you're on Hudayriyat. Inclusive of a lounge and private pool, its menu focuses on seafood options, pasta picks and premium meat cuts you can enjoy while lounging about on their expansive indoor and outdoor area, with stunning sunset views complementing your experience. Read more here. Ilios, Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi, noon to 1am daily. @ Crepa Crepa Greek creperie, Crepa Crepa has opened its first UAE-based store at Abu Dhabi's My City Centre Masdar Mall, in Masdar City. Enjoy freshly-prepared crepes, pancakes, and waffles across a menu of crisp, paper-thin crepes in this European-style crepe street food experience. Crepa Crepa, My City Centre Masdar, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, 10am to 10pm daily. @ Beloved concept GAIA could soon be making its way to the UAE capital, and whether you're a connoisseur of Mediterranean fare or just a fan of new openings, this is one to watch out for. The brainchild of popular Dubai chef Izu Ani, diners have grown to love signature elements of the brand such as their feted ice counter that captures the essence of the sea. GAIA Abu Dhabi, opening 2025 (anticipated). @gaia__dxb > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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06-02-2025
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3 reasons you have to try Pappas Taverna at W Abu Dhabi Yas Island
Say Yas to gorgeous Greek dining… When we heard there were two brand new concepts coming to the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island, our interest was piqued immediately. For a venue that was already an established hit with their B.I.G. brunch, Wet Deck, W Lounge and more, we were curious to see how well these new openings would stack up. But when Brooklyn Chop House and Pappas Taverna descended on the capital for their Abu Dhabi iterations just as we kicked into high gear for Formula One weekend in December, we knew there was something special cooking. If you missed our visit to the Brooklyn Chop House last month, read all about it here. A gorgeous spread at Pappas Taverna Intrigued? We thought so. Now, we're here to tell you about the time we gave in to the Mediterranean charm of Pappas Taverna and their menu of great Greek grub. While Brooklyn Chop House teleports you to the Big Apple with its dimmed lights, red brick walls and intimate booths, Pappas does a 180 but ensures it's equally, if not more impressive. Walk through their doors and you feel like you're invited into one big drawing room – welcoming, well-lit, bustling with hungry diners and enthusiastic staff. The energy is palpable. Stroll around their curved bar, peer into their theatrical kitchen, and flop down on their al fresco terrace if the weather's as gorgeous as it was when we visited. Images: supplied When it's time to dine, you'll find yourself drifting away to the sun-drenched shores of Greece, as you sail across a menu that's as impressive with its star picks as it is with its unsung heroes. We recommend beginning your culinary odyssey with the Greek onion soup (Dhs60). It's creamy, packed with flavour, and ideal for those cooler days – and we'll admit it was the Granny Smith apple on the menu that got us to pick it over equally enticing salad options such as the horiatiki salata (Dhs60), with those Kalamata olives that fans of Mediterranean fare can never stop raving about. As much as we love a classic, you don't visit a restaurant inspired by an islander's dream without sampling their oceanic delights. Which is where the lobster pasta (Dhs180) makes its entrance, and stays until you crown it the star of your meal. With fresh linguine, star anise, and of course, tender lobster, this dish has the carbs you want from a main, but keeps it light in signature Greek style. It's fresh, flavoursome, and healthful, and a dish you can easily enjoy for dinner. If you didn't believe certain cuisines blend healthful creations without sacrificing taste, restaurants like Pappas Taverna are the sort of dining experience that will change your perception. Dessert is an easy pick for us, with a sweet ending of the Greek yoghurt (Dhs55) – but this is the stuff of the isles, not the aisles – so it's topped off with golden honey or cherry preserves. Excellent finish. We almost forgot you clicked on this piece for 3 reasons to try Pappas Taverna at W Abu Dhabi Yas Island (although we've given you almost thirty), so here you are: fresh, flavourful fare; a friendly, minimalistic ambiance that will transport you to the shores of Greece in a second; and thirdly, the fact that it's one of Abu Dhabi's most exciting new restaurant openings. Here are 24 others that opened their doors in '24. What's On Verdict: Kali Oreksi, Abu Dhabi – your dinner plans just made themselves. Pappas Taverna, W Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Tel: (0)2 656 0000. @wabudhabi > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
