5 of the best burgers you should try in Abu Dhabi

Just 5 more reasons to enjoy your favourite burger…

Tomorrow, May 28 is International Burger Day. If you’re a fan of the patty and bun, this list is for you, because there’s very little a good burger can’t fix.

Here are 5 of the best burgers in Abu Dhabi.

Beau Restaurant

Chef Vincent Le Moal has arrived at Abu Dhabi’s Marina Mall, and he’s taking the capital’s burger scene by storm with bun-and-patty creations like you’ve never tasted. This exciting concept arrives in Abu Dhabi after a successful year in Dubai, and with its minimalistic design and hotel-inspired interiors, you’ll check in to what is certain to be an irreplicable burger experience. Tender patties, beautiful brioche and melt-in-the-mouth potato pulp fries are only a few incredible dishes you’ll be introduced to here…

Beau Restaurant, Marina Mall, Al Kasir, Abu Dhabi. @beau.restaurant

Five Guys

Get your burger fix with a selection of fresh, high-quality ingredients at Five Guys. The good ol’ diner-style burger brand also serves up great fries and rich, flavour-packed milkshakes, and with three locations in the UAE capital at Marina Mall, The Galleria Al Maryah Island and now at Yas Mall, you won’t have to go too far to get yours.

Five Guys, various locations, Abu Dhabi. @fiveguysuae

Slaw and More

What is it you look for when you imagine yourself loosening up those masseter muscles and getting ready to bite into a bread-hugged patty? Is it the perfect sauce, a crispy patty or pickles? At Slaw And More – Abu Dhabi’s favourite burger at the What’s On Abu Dhabi Awards 2024 – chef and founder Ali Yazdi introduces you to a decadent twist on wings, fried chicken, corn and calamari before you move on to a selection of burgers and sandwiches, fries and a dessert. Enough reading, get eating at their Al Qana location. And before you go, catch our review here.

Slaw and More, Al Qana, Al Maqta Street, 10am to 1am Sun to Thurs, 10am to 2am Fri and Sat. Tel: (0) 54 289 9323,  @slawandmore

ADRIFT Burger Bar

ADRIFT Burger Bar by ‘Gypsy Chef’ David Myers began life as a pop-up on Venice Beach and had a highly successful run at the Expo. Now in Abu Dhabi with a permanent address at Yas Mall, the menu features a range of burgers, milkshakes and sides, but the DM Burger, once described as ‘The Perfect Burger’ by The New York Times, is the signature here, served with a medium-rare patty topped with Vermont cheddar, lettuce, and secret sauce on a brioche bun.

ADRIFT Burger Bar, Yas Mall, Yas Island, daily, 10am to 12am, Tel: (0) 2 666 6650, @adriftburgerbar.ad

Pickl

One of the UAE’s most loved burger joints, Pickl has two branches in Abu Dhabi, in Mamsha and World Trade Centre, as well as a cool drive-thru in Al Ain. Located in the Al Zakher Drive-thru Park, Pickl is available in Al Ain for pickup. Their core menu is tightly packed with customisable potato-bunned chuck patty beef burgers combos, messy fries and obnoxiously-proportioned chicken sandos.

Pickl, across various locations, @picklmena 

And if you prefer to stay home…

…there’s always Deliveroo to bring your favourite burgers and more to your doorstep – here’s some inspiration if you still need some.

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