What to order at Villa Mamas

Must order
The chicken machbous and the hummus topped with lamb cubes that the Michelin Guide names.
Signature dishes
Chicken machbous, Hummus with lamb cubes
Editor tip
Villa Mamas states that 20% of the restaurant's profits go to the Emirates Red Crescent.
CuisineMiddle Eastern
Price$$
NeighborhoodAl Nahyan
HoursDaily 12:00-23:00
ChefRoaya Saleh
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Location

Address: Emirates Red Crescent Authority Building, Muroor Road, Abu Dhabi

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