The brainchild of Al Jaber Group and the Abu Dhabi Tourism Development and Investment Company with the newly formed Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company Souk Qaryat Al Beri is a one of kind recreational attraction in the Emirati holiday hotspot. Combining the charm and mysticism of an old world bazaar or souk as they are locally known, with the modern necessities for recreational, retail and dining spaces this one of a kind tourist hub is a must- visit highlight for all shopaholics and food lovers touring the country. Built using traditional Arabic architectural features this ambitious venture opened its doors to the public as recently as 2008.
Sprawled across an expansive area of nearly 6,222m2 Souk Qaryat Al Beri is ideally situated between the Musaffah Bridge and the Maqtaa overpass in Qaryat Al Beri. As one of the city’s most iconic waterfront development projects, the Souk is spread out over two levels and displays classic Arabian building elements as well as a Venetian flare as a thematic feature. Crisscrossed by canals littered with Abras that ferry visitor to its various hotspots the Souk is a premier F&B hub in the city with numerous alfresco and indoor dining options available at every turn. A food lover’ dream come true, some of the culinary epicenters at the venue includes authentic Lebanese cuisine at the Addel Wahab and South African fare at the Mombasa Grille. Italian cuisine is the order of the day at Certo while Entrecôte Café de Paris provides scintillating French dishes. Asian food lovers can sample Japanese delights at Sho Cho and Indian curries at Ushna while The Noodle House is the best Chinese restaurant in the city. International fare is also served at Left Bank and Eight while Baskin Robbins ice cream and Starbucks coffee are also on hand to provide guests with a wholesome dining experience.
The Souk Marina is another must-explore quarter of this engaging point of interest as it features an alfresco restaurant with views of the Grand Mosque and the waterfront. Snacks and refreshments can also be enjoyed via the beachfront vendors at the marina which has become a landmark venue for business functions and family celebrations.
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Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
