Al Safadi Restaurant to open its first branch in Abu Dhabi

July 17,2023 0 Rita Ghantous

Set to open in mid-September in Abu Dhabi’s Al Qana district, Al Safadi will boast a stunning outdoor seating area overlooking the water.

The successful family-run restaurant chain, which was founded in Lebanon and boasts five branches in Dubai, has won numerous awards, establishing itself as a true icon in the world of gastronomy. From Rigga to Sheikh Zayed Road, Umm Al Sheif to The Pointe and Motor City, Al Safadi has delighted diners with its unwavering commitment to quality, authenticity, and an unparalleled dining experience.
Guests can expect a culinary journey through the authentic flavors of Lebanon, featuring a wide selection of breakfast options, traditional hot and cold mezze dishes, mixed grills, shawarmas, homemade-style daily dishes, seafood delicacies, falafel, manakish, foul, fatteh, and an array of mouthwatering Lebanese sweets.
Fadi Safadi, CEO of Al Safadi, said: “We have always intended to open a branch in Abu Dhabi, and we waited patiently for the right time and the perfect location. Al Qana offers a unique blend of design, waterfront views and exciting attractions, making it an ideal setting for our expansion. We firmly believe that our presence in Abu Dhabi will complement our Dubai operations by offering a delightful dining option for our Dubai customers visiting the capital and our Abu Dhabi patrons who frequent our branches in Dubai. We are excited to contribute to Abu Dhabi’s flourishing culinary industry and showcase the true essence of Lebanese cuisine. With Al Safadi at Al Qana, we invite our customers to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport them to the heart of Lebanon.”
The new Abu Dhabi branch will be overseen by the same dedicated operations team in Dubai, ensuring a consistent experience across locations. Furthermore, the group’s executive chef, Omar Harbaly, who has managed the kitchen operations at Al Safadi for the past 23 years, will provide his expertise and guidance.

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Rita Ghantous

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Rita Ghantous is a hospitality aficionado and a passionate writer with over 9 years’ experience in journalism and 5 years experience in the hospitality sector. Her passion for the performance arts and writing, started early. At 10 years old she was praised for her solo performance of the Beatles song “All My Love” accompanied by a guitarist, and was approached by a French talent scout during her school play. However, her love for writing was stronger. Fresh out of school, she became a freelance journalist for Noun Magazine and was awarded the Silver Award Cup for Outstanding Poetry, by The International Library of Poetry (Washington DC). She studied Business Management and earned a Masters degree from Saint Joseph University (USJ), her thesis was published in the Proche-Orient, Études en Management book. She then pursued a career in the hospitality industry but didn’t give up writing, that is why she launched the Four Points by Sheraton Le Verdun Newsletter. Her love for the industry and journalism led her to Hospitality Services - the organizers of the HORECA trade show in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Jordan, as well as Salon Du Chocolat, Beirut Cooking Festival, Whisky Live and other regional shows. She is currently the Publications Executive of Hospitality News Middle East, Taste & Flavors and Lebanon Traveler. It is with ultimate devotion for her magazines that she demonstrates her hospitality savoir-faire.