Mezzaluna’s inviting and cozy ambience will make every guest feel at home. the restaurant features purposefully arranged tables to bring people together over delicious food. Amidst earthy tones, rich wooden accents, colorful handmade ceramics, and striking half-moon artwork, guests can savour a true taste of Italy with an array of mocktails, perfect for an aperitivo with friends. Showcasing a slice of its signature taste, the restaurant is sourcing only the highest quality ingredients, such as San Marzano tomatoes and fresh buffalo mozzarella with milk sourced from Italy. This dedication to genuine flavours combined with an acute sensitivity to local tastes and dining customs will elevate Mezzaluna above its peers.

To begin the dining experience, guests can appetisers such as Carpaccio di Manzo, a delicate beef carpaccio served with rocket salad and Parmigiano Reggiano, or indulge in Melanzane alla Parmigiana, featuring oven-baked aubergines layered with tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella. For something crispy, Fritto Misto offers a tempting mix of fried prawns, calamari, and vegetables paired with tartare sauce, while the refreshing Panzanella salad combines heritage tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, sourdough bread, and a splash of white grape vinegar.

For the main course, tuck into hearty Italian classics like the Lasagna alla Bolognese with velvety béchamel and a beef and veal ragu. Other highlights include the Branzino alla Piastra, featuring seared seabass paired with date tomatoes, capers, and olives, and the creamy Risotto ai Funghi Porcini. Complementing these mains are Mezzaluna’s renowned pizzas, crafted with 48-hour fermented dough for a perfectly light and airy texture, featuring favourites like the Bresaola with San Marzano tomato, Fior di Latte, and shavedParmigiano Reggiano , or the spicy and flavour-packed Diavola.

Little ones are also in for a treat with a menu crafted just for them. From pasta made to their liking, such as spaghetti, penne, or fusilli with a rich Bolognese ragu, to the Cheese Hunter, a classic Margherita pizza with double Fior di Latte, every dish promises to delight even the fussiest of eaters. To round off the meal, kids can enjoy the cake of the day or Roman ice cream served in three delicious scoops.

Behind the restaurant’s Abu Dhabi debut is Doğuş Hospitality and Retail Group, a key player in both the Turkish and global hospitality and dining sectors. Known for its transformative approach, the group operates over 90 restaurants worldwide under D.ream International, bringing world-class culinary concepts to life.

Doğuş Hospitality and Retail Group was created under the vision of Mr. Ferit Şahenk: pioneering leadership in finance, operations, marketing and development, representing hospitality from all perspectives of the industry. Through strategic partnerships with renowned groups such as Azumi Group and Paraguas Group, Doğuş Hospitality and Retail Group has significantly expanded its global presence. The company continues to evolve, operating market-leading concepts across the globe such as Coya, Amazonico, Bar Des Prés, Zuma, Nusr-et, and Roka.

Giancarlo Macioce, Director of Operations, remarked on the brand’s arrival in Abu Dhabi, saying, “Expanding into Abu Dhabi is a big step for Mezzaluna, and we’re beyond excited to introduce our modern trattoria concept to the city’s diners. Abu Dhabi is a melting pot of dining concepts, and we can’t wait to infuse it with our signature home-style concept and be inspired by local tastes along the way”.

Following its initial success, Mezzaluna expanded to Istanbul, where it allows diners to enjoy an around-the-clock, casual Italian dining experience. Mezzaluna has now transported this exceptional experience to Abu Dhabi to offer an affordable culinary journey that embodies the timeless home-cooked staples of Italy. The opening of Mezzaluna in Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi will set a new standard of casual Italian dining in the capital. Be among the first to experience this iconic trattoria’s debut in Abu Dhabi and discover Mezzaluna’s quintessential charm.