Grand Beirut: Lebanese Hospitality Elevated by Colour, Art and Contemporary Design

Beirut Reimagined on Al Maryah Island

Grand Beirut announces itself with a flourish of saturated colour, verdant greenery and decorative elements drawn from Lebanon’s rich visual heritage. The dining room embraces theatre and artistic expression, yet the kitchen remains steadfastly devoted to the fundamentals of Lebanese cuisine rather than allowing atmosphere to eclipse substance. The 2026 MICHELIN Guide has recognised Grand Beirut among Abu Dhabi’s Selected establishments, an affirmation that the kitchen’s craftsmanship merits consideration alongside its undeniable visual appeal. The restaurant’s true achievement lies in this thoughtful synthesis: time honoured traditions of Lebanese hospitality and the generosity of shared dining, presented with sufficient contemporary refinement to resonate with the discerning patrons of Al Maryah Island.

The Art of Building a Lebanese Table

The menu flourishes when approached as a progression rather than a conventional sequence of courses. The mezze form the cornerstone of the experience, flowing from refreshing salads through cold preparations such as hummus and moutabbal, advancing to warm pastries and hot mezze, before the arrival of grilled skewers of tawook and kofta. The kitchen’s range extends to its celebrated cheese kunafa, a syrup soaked creation of considerable finesse, whilst the breakfast offerings present a Lebanese morning tray as an unhurried, unlimited spread. This rhythm remains rooted in tradition: numerous small plates, abundant bread, and a table that becomes progressively more convivial as it fills. The innovations manifest themselves in refined presentation and occasional thoughtful reinterpretations, yet the soul of the cuisine remains unchanged.

Refined Luxury That Honors Generosity

Grand Beirut occupies Level 2, Section B of The Galleria, offering an ideal setting for those who desire authentic Lebanese fare without compromise between tradition and elegant surroundings. The MICHELIN Guide recognition provides scholarly validation, though the more compelling reason to visit is far simpler: the food arrives in graceful succession and demands to be shared amongst your companions. Approach the ordering with generosity, allow the mezze to form the philosophical centre of the meal rather than serving as mere prelude, and conclude with kunafa rather than hastening back to the adjoining retail spaces. The result is an experience that captures the essence of Lebanese dining culture within a contemporary, polished environment.