The acclaimed homegrown eatery is now serving diners at The Abu Dhabi EDITION.
The days of commuting for Wagyu Sandos and Emo Fries are over as 3Fils is now up and running in Abu Dhabi. Recognised amongst the best of Dubai’s dining scene, the acclaimed homegrown eatery, has opened its doors at The Abu Dhabi EDITION. As for what diners in the capital can expect? The same culinary identity that makes 3Fils so distinctive, but with a fresh perspective.
The standalone venue, set against the tranquil marina backdrop of Al Bateen, features a rooftop terrace, sleek waterfront design, and understated luxury in every detail, marking an elevated step forward for the brand without losing the unfiltered spirit that made it a sensation in the realm of modern Asian cuisine. “There will be a few items that are different, but everything else stays the same,” says Ahmed Abdul Hakim, founder of 3Fils. “The core, the values, the obsession with turning complexity into something simple and delicious, that never changes. The design might feel different, reflecting the natural growth of the brand, but it’s still 3Fils. Nothing changed.”
With multiple Michelin recognitions and the title of Best Restaurant in the Middle East & North Africa (2022) by World’s 50 Best, 3Fils enters the Abu Dhabi scene not only as a new opening, but also a defining culinary moment. Under the direction of Head Chef Jovani Manalo, the food remains faithful to the restaurant’s DNA: bold, inventive, and crowd-pleasing. “Most of the menu stays true to what 3Fils is known for: bold flavours, thoughtful execution, and crowd favourites,” adds Manalo. “But we’ve also introduced exclusive dishes just for Abu Dhabi, like the Grilled Black Lime Baby Chicken and the indulgent A5 Wagyu Claypot, which reflect the local palate while pushing creativity forward.”
Guests can also expect showstopping desserts like the Coconut Raspberry (a multi-textured masterpiece of coconut sponge, mousse, ice cream, and lime zest) and the playful Vanilla Flan that’s topped with nitro-snow and edible flowers. For those with a sweet tooth for drama, the Take Me To The Moon combines frozen milk chocolate aero with hazelnut crunch and salted caramel for a galactic finish. The Specials section, a hallmark of the original Dubai branch, returns with a rotating line-up of new monthly creations exclusive to Abu Dhabi, ensuring there’s always something unexpected on the table.
Discover: 3Fils. The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi. @3.fils
