{"id":47063,"date":"2025-11-21T18:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T18:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/?p=47063"},"modified":"2025-11-21T15:40:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T15:40:42","slug":"sophia-abu-dhabi-new-mediterranean-restaurant-is-now-open-at-the-st-regis-saadiyat-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/sophia-abu-dhabi-new-mediterranean-restaurant-is-now-open-at-the-st-regis-saadiyat-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Sophia Abu Dhabi: New Mediterranean Restaurant is Now Open at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to switch things up in Abu Dhabi, <strong>Sophia at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort might just be your next favourite spot<\/strong>. It&#8217;s where fresh Mediterranean flavours meet a chill, welcoming vibe. Whether you&#8217;re grabbing a bite with friends or celebrating something special, the new restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and food that\u2019ll make you want to come back for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the experiences that\u2019s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at Sophia is <strong>Cig Kofte Bar, where chefs prepare spiced raw meat right before your eyes<\/strong>. It adds a touch of theatre to your meal. With soft Mediterranean tunes playing in the background, the atmosphere brings the flavours to life and transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/SaveClip.App_587189644_18539358538048168_8550434708365165412_n.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>menu at Sophia Abu Dhabi takes you through 22 Mediterranean countries<\/strong>, with fresh, flavour-packed dishes served family-style. Some must-try items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fresh Greek salads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flavourful Moroccan tagines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tender Turkish kebabs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classic Spanish paella<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delicious Italian pastas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pair your meal with <strong>handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, or a Mediterranean wine from Greece, Spain, or Italy<\/strong>. If you prefer something traditional, there\u2019s Turkish coffee or Moroccan mint tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sophia-outdoors.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re with friends, family, or on a date, this place makes it easy to enjoy great food in a relaxed setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sophia Abu Dhabi is open daily for lunch (1 PM to 4 PM) and dinner (6 PM to 12 AM).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still on the hunt for great places to eat? Check out the <strong>latest additions to <a href=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/michelin-guide-abu-dhabi-2026-all-new-restaurants-added-to-the-list-and-special-awards\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"44920\">MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2026<\/a><\/strong>; it has all the spots you want for a <strong>memorable dining experience in the capital<\/strong>. Keep an eye out for more updates on the best restaurants and events popping up in the city<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking to switch things up in Abu Dhabi, Sophia at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort might just be your next favourite spot. It&#8217;s where fresh Mediterranean flavours meet a chill, welcoming vibe. 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