Department stores Île D'Abu Dhabi

Surmounted by its panoramic tower similar to a flying saucer, in which there is a cinemascopic restaurant, here is a shopping center built on an artificial island near the Corniche. Apart from a plethora of international stores and a few souvenir stores, there is also the Carrefour supermarket where you can buy local products, some abayas at unbeatable prices and a large trampoline park for children. No pork or alcohol though.

Built in waterfront mode on the edge of Khor Al-Maqtaa, the lagoon arm separating the continent from the island of Abu Dhabi, this huge shopping mall has an Eastern architecture and atmosphere with a little Venetian air. This is not yet another shopping mall, but rather a 6,000 square metre mall that unfolds its chic boutiques, pop-up stores and terraced restaurants. Delicatessen on site and musical entertainment at weekends.

Abela has been in Abu Dhabi since 1967 and is a real institution. However, this small supermarket is a bit outdated and is located not far from the Corniche. On the other hand, it is full of good products, including a pork section. It has a good retail section and good salads for lunch so that you can have a little picnic and enjoy it on the lawns along the Corniche. The clientele is mainly made up of long-standing expatriates who appreciate this business away from the well-known international brands.