It’s no secret that Abu Dhabi has one of the strongest food delivery cultures in the world. Eating out or ordering in is deeply woven into daily life, far more than in many other countries where home cooking still dominates.
Between long working hours, affordable delivery options, and the sheer convenience of having everything arrive at your door, cooking often becomes the exception rather than the norm.
New data shared with us by Talabat offers a snapshot of Abu Dhabi’s residents’ food obsessions.
Abu Dhabi’s Most Ordered Food of 2025
Burgers remain a clear favourite, with millions ordered across the UAE in the past year alone. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a late-night order, the burger shows no sign of losing its crown.
But the real surprise is the rise of the Mini Cheese Pizzas, now the most-ordered food item on the app.
Coffee habits are also telling. The Iced Americano leads as the most-loved order, while matcha lattes follow closely behind, showing a mix of classic caffeine reliance and a growing interest in wellness-led alternatives.
Even grocery orders reflect the same convenience-first mindset. Laban ranked as one of the most-ordered grocery items of the year, proving that while we may order out often, traditional staples still hold their place in Abu Dhabi homes.
As we head into a new year, these habits naturally raise a bigger question. With ordering so effortless and comfort foods leading the way, is this the moment to start rethinking balance?
Not necessarily giving up burgers or pizza, but perhaps being a little more intentional about what we’re reaching for day to day.
Abu Dhabi’s food culture isn’t about extremes. It’s about ease, routine, and enjoyment. And maybe in 2026, it’s also about finding smarter, healthier rhythms within a lifestyle that clearly isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
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