Mamafri, Dubai’s favourite home grown Asian street food hotspot, is thrilled to launch its first branch in Abu Dhabi

Known for its delicious Southeast Asian specialties and warm ambiance, the Emirati brand’s inaugural Abu Dhabi location is set to open on August 11 at Sheikha Fatima Park Al Bateen

Abu Dhabi food connoisseurs are invited to start counting down the days until Mamafri, the iconic, Dubai-founded Southeast Asian fusion restaurant, makes its debut in the UAE capital.

Due to open on Thursday, August 11, the new branch at Sheikha Fatima Park will offer a tempting selection of curries, ramen, noodles, stir fries, bao buns, and more authentic Asian-inspired nibbles.

Founded by two Emirati cousins in 2020, since then Mamafri has grown from just one intimate, five-table outlet in Jumeirah to having two further branches in DIFC and now Abu Dhabi.

The innovative brand’s popularity continues to rocket, and every dish is made with premium ingredients and expert skill.

Transporting guests on an enlightening journey to the bustling streets of South East Asia, Mamafri is proud to introduce the people of Abu Dhabi to its unique range of heartwarming specialties.

Mamafri co-founder Rashed Belhoul, said: “My family has been in the F&B business for over 15 years, and I’ve always loved food and cooking. Watching Mamafri grow and expand is so exhilarating, and I can’t wait to introduce foodies of Abu Dhabi to the magic of authentic Asian cuisine. With Wagyu sandos, mie goreng, buffalo shrimps, Korean chicken wings and more on offer, we hope every guest will love our menu as much as we do.”

Fellow co-founder Saif Al Romaithi, added: “Expanding to the UAE capital has long been a key ambition of ours, and we’re so excited to get to know its people and make our mark on the local dining scene. Our recipes are all inspired by our travels through Asia, America and Europe, and we draw on flavours and techniques from across the globe. Whether you love Asian food or you’ve never tried it before, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect dish at Mamafi.”

Mamafri will be open from 12pm to 12am on weekdays, and 12pm to 1am on weekends, from Thursday, August 11 onwards at Sheikha Fatima Park, Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi.

To find out more, please visit https://www.lovemamafri.com/, or follow them on Instagram @lovemamafri.

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