Whether you’re full-on plant-based or just curious to try something green and good, Abu Dhabi has plenty of restaurants dishing out amazing vegan dishes.
Ahead of Veganuary, here is a curated list of top spots – a mix of fully vegan – or plant-first kitchens, and mainstream restaurants with solid vegan menus.
While we’re still on the hunt for exclusively vegan outlets, these eateries do more than a bang-up job of catering to all your needs. Take a look and get exploring!
Check out the best vegan dishes in town
The Raw Place
A wellness-oriented café offering raw and plant-based food: juices, smoothies, nut milks, bowls and light vegan meals.
Great if you’re after something clean, healthy and simple.
Details:
- Timings: 7 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday
- Location: Aldar Square – Al Khuyoul St – Yas Island
- Reservations: For more information, visit The Raw Place
Market at EDITION
If you’re up for treating yourself, this one offers a fully vegan brunch on Sundays – a plant-based three-course spread with dishes like Kale Salad, Charred Aubergine “Steak” and Black Rice Pudding.
Good for a relaxed, indulgent vegan weekend outing.
Details:
- Location: The Abu Dhabi EDITION Hotel, central Abu Dhabi
- Timings: 6:30 am to 5 pm
- Reservations: Call 02 208 0000
Café 302
One of the longest-standing go-to spots for vegan food in the capital. Their plant-based menu includes hearty vegan breakfasts, burgers, bowls, mains, and desserts.
They even launched an entirely plant-based buffet on certain nights.
Details:
- Timings: 6 am to 11 pm
- Location: Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana, Hamdan Street / Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi
- Reservations: Call +971-2-610-6666
Brick (at Aloft Abu Dhabi)
A rooftop-terrace kitchen/bar that includes a dedicated vegan section on the menu – think flame-baked vegan pizzas, lentil shepherd’s pie, baked sweet potato and other vegan mains.
Ideal for evenings out where everyone (vegans and non-vegans alike) is catered for.
Details:
- Timings: 5 pm to midnight (daily)
- Location: Aloft Abu Dhabi, National Exhibition Centre, Abu Dhabi
- Reservations: Call 054 994 2289
Pickl
A casual burger-joint chain where you can swap regular beef patties for meatless options (e.g. “Impossible” patty), and even go for a lettuce wrap if you want to skip the bun.
Good for a quick, familiar-feeling vegan burger without hassle.
Details:
- Timings: 10:30 am to 2 am
- Location: Mamsha Al Saadiyat, WTC Mall and more
- Reservations: Call 02 886 7314
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes
Known for indulgent burgers and shakes, Black Tap in Abu Dhabi also offers vegan-friendly options, including a vegan burger with a vegan bun, sides, and plant-based alternatives.
Great for when you want something familiar but vegan. Definitely one of the more happening vegan restaurants in town!
Details:
- Timings: Around midday to midnight (typical restaurant hours)
- Location: Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
- Reservations: Call (02) 446 5128
Ikea
Yes, IKEA makes this list and for good reason. The Swedish giant has quietly become one of the most accessible places in the city for affordable vegan dishes, whether you’re shopping or just popping in to eat.
Expect plant-based takes on their classics, including vegan hot dogs, veggie balls and hearty mains that are filling, familiar and wallet-friendly. It’s casual, no-pressure dining that works particularly well for quick lunches or low-key dinners.
Details:
- Timings: 10 am to 11 pm
- Location: Yas Island, Al Wahda Mall
- Reservations: Call 800 4532
Pizza Di Rocco
If you’re craving proper pizza but still want vegan dishes that feel considered rather than tokenistic, Pizza Di Rocco is a solid pick.
Their menu allows for easy customisation, with vegan cheese available and vegetable-forward toppings that still deliver on flavour. It’s the kind of place that works well for mixed groups, where vegans and non-vegans can order comfortably without compromise. Casual, reliable and great for a laid-back meal.
Details:
- Timings: 11 am to 1 am
- Location: Khalifa City
- Reservations: Call 800 76226
Jones The Grocer
Jones the Grocer has long been a favourite for clean, ingredient-driven food, and their vegan dishes fit seamlessly into that ethos.
From plant-based breakfasts to nourishing bowls and vegetable-forward mains, the menu makes it easy to eat vegan without feeling restricted. It’s ideal for long lunches, casual meetings or relaxed brunches, especially if you’re dining with people who want flexibility in their choices.
Details:
- Timings: 8 am to 10 pm
- Location: Various
- Reservations: Visit Jones The Grocer
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