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2 spanish places in Abu Dhabi we have eaten in, sorted by editor score. All cuisines in Abu Dhabi | Spanish across every city.

Marcella ★ 4.1

$$$SpanishYas Island

Marcella is a Spanish and Portuguese grill on the pier at Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, the second restaurant from Mika's chef-owner Mario Loi, cooking over a parrilla.

OrderThe whole-roasted Pyrenees lamb shoulder or the seafood paella with king crab bisque, both from the parrilla.

TipThe 30-seat zinc-topped bar serves affordable tapas-style small plates, with a Spanish, Portuguese and Argentinian wine list.

José by Pizarro ★ 4.1

$$$SpanishCorniche

José by Pizarro is a Michelin Selected Spanish tapas restaurant at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, a 46-cover room built around small sharing plates.

OrderThe anchovies, the meatballs in spicy tomato sauce and the chocolate pot, all praised by the Michelin Guide.

TipOnline reservations are taken for parties of 1 to 20 guests, up to three months in advance, and dietary requests can be added when booking.

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