Marking its inaugural edition, the Good Food Middle East Abu Dhabi Awards 2026 celebrates the capital’s most influential restaurants, hotels and F&B concepts, recognising the people and places shaping Abu Dhabi’s dining scene.

The Nomination Round is now open, inviting industry voices and diners to put forward their favourites across a wide range of categories spanning casual dining, fine dining, homegrown concepts, hotel experiences and more.

From Afternoon Tea, Best Breakfast and Best Café to Fine Dining Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Indian Restaurant and Steakhouse & Grills, the awards cover the full spectrum of Abu Dhabi’s evolving food culture. Additional categories include Business Lunch, Family Brunch, Ladies Night, Sustainable Dining, Pool Lounge, Staycation Experience and Experiential Dining, reflecting both everyday favourites and standout destination experiences.

The power then shifts to readers in Voting Round 1, where the public can support the restaurants, cafés, bars and hotels that define their dining habits across the capital.

Nominations are open until 22 June 2026, ahead of the next phase of voting and final results. Click here to nominate.