Coya and Nusr-Et to open in Abu Dhabi

More than 60 international brands are expected to open at Abu Dhabi's new retail and dining outlet Al Maryah Central, by 2018.

At The Galleria, a number of international restaurant brands will open under the banner “The Dining Collection”.

Opening alongside Roberto's Abu Dhabi, and Zuma in Abu Dhabi, will be branches of d.ream brands Coya, Nusr-Et, and as previously reported by Caterer Middle East, La Petite Maison.

Additional restaurants opening inside The Galleria will be Sa-mar, Eat Greek and Loca.

The new mall in the capital will also house a 21 screen VOX cinema, featuring Theatre by Rhodes, the cinema dining experience by British chef Gary Rhodes.

Al Maryah Central, which will be a 2.8 million ft² project, is currently expected to open in 2018.

Commenting on the project, Gulf Related co-managing partner and Related Urban president and chief executive officer Ken Himmel said: “The number and quality of flagship leasing agreements and much-loved international brands which we have secured for Al Maryah Central speaks to the real enthusiasm in the market for this project."

Himmel added: “Al Maryah Central is the anchor destination on what will be a world-class business, entertainment and residential community. It will be a truly unique offering in Abu Dhabi, complementing the continuing success of The Galleria and providing a fully integrated, cosmopolitan lifestyle destination exceeding the needs, tastes and expectations of Abu Dhabi’s residents and tourists.”