Derwandi Restaurant & Lounge, Lebanese restaurant in Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi.
Derwandi Restaurant & Lounge is a Lebanese restaurant in the Al Bateen district of Abu Dhabi, spread across two floors with traditional Lebanese decor. It has an indoor dining room and an outdoor terrace overlooking Al Bateen.
The restaurant takes its name from El Derwandi, a character from a Lebanese television series of the 1970s who was known for his love of social gatherings. This reference was part of the concept from the very beginning.
The menu features classic Lebanese dishes such as mezze and grilled meats made with traditional recipes. The space is designed around shared meals, which reflects the Levantine tradition of gathering around food.
The restaurant is open daily and tends to be busier in the evenings, so booking ahead is a good idea. Valet parking is available for guests arriving by car.
The television character El Derwandi was known for never eating dinner at home, always preferring to dine in company. The restaurant built its whole identity around that single trait of the character.
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