The short answer
GALA Restaurant, Al Zahiyah: what visitors should know first
Choose this for a sit-down dinner with a modern take on Indian vegetarian food. Reserve for weekends, and ask about the vegan tasting menu if anyone in your group avoids dairy.
Diet
What we checked
- Indian. An Indian restaurant outside India. Checked November 2026 · Source
- Vegan options. The menu clearly marks vegan dishes, alongside others that are not vegan. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
GALA Restaurant, Al Zahiyah facts at a glance
- Location
- Century Hotel Apartments, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St, Al Zahiyah
- Dining style
- Sit-down vegetarian restaurant
- Price signal
- Moderate; about AED 150 per person with drinks per a directory tip
- Signature order
- Try: the vegan tasting menu, or shared Indian-Asian plates
- Good for
- Dinner, vegans, anniversaries
Why it matters
Why GALA Restaurant, Al Zahiyah is worth your time
GALA is a useful example of Abu Dhabi's vegetarian dining beyond dosa. The directory describes it as a vegetarian restaurant specialising in Indian and Asian-inspired dishes, and it earns praise from vegans for its marked dishes and knowledgeable staff.
For travellers who want something nicer than a quick meal, it fills the gap, and its location near hotels keeps the evening easy. Prices are moderate by Abu Dhabi standards, so it suits a family dinner or an anniversary.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Vegan tasting menu
The directory points to a vegan tasting menu.
- 02
Marked vegan dishes
Five to ten dishes are clearly marked.
- 03
Indian-Asian mix
The menu blends Indian cooking with Asian flavours.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Book a table for dinner and ask at once about the vegan tasting menu if you need it, because the directory mentions it as a recommended option. The cooking mixes Indian dishes with Asian influences, so share several plates instead of ordering one main each.
Say clearly which ingredients you avoid, as this is not a Jain kitchen. Ask the server about dairy and egg in sauces and desserts, since the directory says vegan dishes are marked, but a vegetarian label alone does not prove a dish is vegan.
It works well for a family dinner after sightseeing, since the Al Zahiyah location is near many hotels. Take a taxi back after dinner.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Reserve for dinner
- Ask about the vegan tasting menu
- Name ingredients you avoid
- Check current prices
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Century Hotel Apartments, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street, Al Zahiyah
- Time needed
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Based in an apartment-hotel building with level access and seating. Ask for a table away from the door.
- Tickets and access
- Reserve for dinner and weekends. A tip on the directory cites about AED 150 per person including drinks, but check the current menu.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near GALA Restaurant, Al Zahiyah
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Based in an apartment-hotel building with level access and seating. Ask for a table away from the door.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is GALA vegetarian?
The directory says GALA is a vegetarian restaurant. It does not specifically address eggs, so ask.
Does GALA have vegan food?
Yes, marked vegan dishes and a vegan tasting menu are mentioned.
Is it Jain?
We found no evidence of a Jain kitchen, so ask directly.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
