Core Insights - The MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2026 has introduced its fourth edition, featuring eleven new restaurants, including three with Bib Gourmand distinctions and three retaining One MICHELIN Star awards, highlighting the city's evolving culinary scene [2][3][6] Restaurant Additions - A total of 56 restaurants are included in the 2026 selection, with 11 new additions: three new Bib Gourmand establishments and eight newly selected restaurants [6] - Notable new restaurants include Bua Thai Café, 3Fils Abu Dhabi, Goldfish, Cipriani Dolci, Antonia, Novikov Abu Dhabi, Villa Mamas, Taparelle, Pincode by Kunal Kapur, Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, and Sand & Koal [7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][18] Awards and Recognitions - Three restaurants retained their One MICHELIN Star: Erth, Hakkasan, and Talea by Antonio Guida, showcasing their consistent excellence in gastronomy [4] - The Bib Gourmand award recognizes restaurants that provide good quality food at great prices [5] - Special Awards were given to highlight exceptional contributions in the hospitality industry, including the Exceptional Cocktail Award to Strawfire by Ross Shonhan, the Young Chef Award to Villa Toscana, the Service Award to Ray's Grill, and the Opening of the Year Award to 3Fils Abu Dhabi [19][20][21][22][23]

Core Insights - The MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2025 recognizes a total of 119 establishments across over 35 cuisine types, highlighting the city's vibrant culinary scene [1][3][22] - This edition includes two new One MICHELIN Star restaurants and two new Three MICHELIN Star restaurants, along with five new Bib Gourmand establishments [2][11][27] Group 1: MICHELIN Star Awards - Trèsind Studio achieves Three MICHELIN Stars, becoming the first Indian restaurant globally to receive this accolade [3][9][11] - FZN by Björn Frantzén is awarded Three MICHELIN Stars in its debut year, showcasing a blend of Scandinavian and Asian influences [8][11] - The total count of restaurants with Three MICHELIN Stars in Dubai now stands at two, marking a significant milestone for the city's culinary landscape [7][27] Group 2: New Additions and Recognitions - The 2025 selection includes two new One MICHELIN Star restaurants: Jamavar and Manāo, bringing the total to fourteen restaurants with this distinction [13][14][27] - Five new restaurants are added to the Bib Gourmand category, which recognizes establishments offering high-quality food at reasonable prices [15][27] Group 3: Special Awards and Acknowledgments - The Opening of the Year Award goes to Ronin, recognized for its contemporary Japanese dining experience [16] - The Sommelier Award is presented to Shiv Menon of Boca restaurant for his exceptional wine knowledge and sustainable practices [17] - The Young Chef Award is given to Chef Abhiraj Khatwani of Manāo, acknowledging his culinary skills and dedication to authentic Thai cuisine [19] Group 4: Industry Impact - The MICHELIN Guide's presence in Dubai is seen as a catalyst for the city's growth as a global gastronomic destination, enhancing its appeal and economic growth [4][6][22] - The diversity of the culinary offerings reflects the multicultural fabric of Dubai, with contributions from chefs and restaurateurs of various nationalities [6][22]