Our top pick of places to eat in the capital this month.

Hoi An, Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Located in Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, the Vietnamese restaurant is known for its authenticity, particularly for the stocks that form the base of the traditional pho noodle soup which are concocted for several hours. This season, Ta Van Ninh, chef de cuisine at Hoi An, has introduced a variety of new dishes including the classic wagyu beef and vegetable stew, lotus-leaf wrapped ginger seabass and spicy curry noodles with fragrant chicken. Shellfish fanatics can opt for the coconut prawns served with fruit salsa, baked oysters or fresh whole Canadian lobster with lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves.

Those looking to sample the diversity offered in Vietnamese cuisine can enjoy a five-course set menu with the chef’s favourites for AED 340. For an additional AED 240, the Chef’s Creation menu includes wine pairing. Call 02 509 8888.

Hakkasan Abu Dhabi

Hakkasan Abu Dhabi is saying ‘Guó Qìng Ji? Kuài Lè’ or ‘Happy National Day’ as it prepares to celebrate Chinese Golden Week with a signature set menu from 24 September to 7 October, featuring authentic Cantonese dishes with a golden twist. This Golden Week, Hakkasan Abu Dhabi launches festivities to mark the founding of the Republic of China in October 1949, Hakkasan will offer a unique menu designed by Hakkasan’s Michelin-Starred Executive Chef Tong Chee Hwee over a celebratory two-week period.

The special three-course menu will serve up some of Hakkasan’s renowned dishes including its signature Peking duck with braised quail egg, and steamed black kingfish fillet with saffron sauce, priced at 398 AED per person for a minimum of two guests. Other Golden Week-inspired dishes on the menu include gold dim sum, a ‘Touch of Gold’ dessert, and “The Golden Era” beverage which celebrates opulence and decadence, with premium bubbly, pomelo, lemon and five spice. Call +971 2 690 7739 or e-mail hakkasan@emiratespalace.ae.

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