First look: Em Sherif Sea Cafe, Abu Dhabi - in pictures

Em Sherif Sea Cafe has an enviable waterfront location at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
Em Sherif Sea Cafe has an enviable waterfront location at the Rosewood Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
Given its ocean theme, the venue melds indoor-outdoor dining beautifully. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
Given its ocean theme, the venue melds indoor-outdoor dining beautifully. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
The restaurant opened in October. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
The restaurant opened in October. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
Grab a seat on the patio during the cooler months. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Grab a seat on the patio during the cooler months. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Floor-to-ceiling windows ensure great views no matter where you're seated. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Floor-to-ceiling windows ensure great views no matter where you're seated. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
A fresh seafood counter at the venue. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
A fresh seafood counter at the venue. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher
Seafood features heavily on the menu. Photo: Mandy Toh
Seafood features heavily on the menu. Photo: Mandy Toh
An octopus dish at the restaurant. Photo: Mandy Toh
An octopus dish at the restaurant. Photo: Mandy Toh
There are plenty of vegetarian options as well. Photo: Mandy Toh
There are plenty of vegetarian options as well. Photo: Mandy Toh
Lamb chops, a regional favourite. Photo: Mandy Toh
Lamb chops, a regional favourite. Photo: Mandy Toh
Em Sherif Sea Cafe serves delectable Lebanese staples. Photo: Mandy Toh
Em Sherif Sea Cafe serves delectable Lebanese staples. Photo: Mandy Toh
Healthy but tasty salads and sides are par for the course at the venue. Photo: Mandy Toh
Healthy but tasty salads and sides are par for the course at the venue. Photo: Mandy Toh
Desserts at Em Sherif Sea Cafe, Abu Dhabi. Photo: Mandy Toh
Desserts at Em Sherif Sea Cafe, Abu Dhabi. Photo: Mandy Toh
The reception area at the Lebanese restaurant. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
The reception area at the Lebanese restaurant. Khushnum Bhandari / The National