Here are some of the latest places to eat, drink and try across the capital.Last updated: August 24, 2026 | 07:463 MIN READAbu Dhabi has welcomed a fresh mix of cafés, restaurants and new experiences, giving residents more places to add to their weekend plans. Unsplash/Nathan DumlaoAbu Dhabi has welcomed a fresh mix of cafés, restaurants and new experiences, giving residents more places to add to their weekend plans. From specialty coffee and French pastries to Palestinian favourites and a colourful new padel experience, here are some of the latest openings and arrivals around the city.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Espresso LabThe Espresso Lab has opened its second Abu Dhabi branch at The Arcades. The café and roastery is a new spot for coffee lovers looking for a relaxed setting and speciality brews.Where: The Arcades, Abu DhabiGoodneighborhoodSpecialty café Goodneighborhood is making its way to Abu Dhabi from Al Ain, with a new location in Bani Yas. The café adds another option for those looking to discover coffee spots outside the city’s usual favourites.Where: Bani Yas, Abu DhabiSummer GlowFor something beyond food and coffee, Summer Glow brings neon-lit padel courts to Space42. The colourful setup gives the usual padel game a more playful, after-dark feel.Where: Space42, Abu DhabMama’eshPopular Palestinian bakery Mama’esh has opened its first Abu Dhabi branch in Masdar City. Known for Palestinian baked goods and dishes, the new location brings the brand’s flavours to a new part of the capital.Where: Masdar City, Abu DhabiFrontyardSpecialty café Frontyard has opened its second branch in Abu Dhabi, this time in Al Nahyan. The new location gives coffee fans another place to stop by while exploring the neighbourhood.Where: Al Nahyan, Abu DhabiYann Couvreur