Perched at the Galleria Al Maryah Island mall, overlooking the water as the sun sets behind Abu Dhabi’s skyline, LPM Restaurant boasts one of the city’s most enviable locations. Yet, stepping inside is a journey elsewhere—across time and place.

The terrace, adorned with bougainvillea and olive trees, the vibrant artwork, the elegant shutters, and the striking vase bursting with color all set the scene. Then comes the cuisine, French Riviera-inspired dishes, crafted à la minute from the finest ingredients. Succulent poulet, prawns bathed in olive oil, exquisite rosés, handcrafted cocktails, and the lively energy that fills the room.

Key highlights:

- Located at The Galleria Al Maryah Island with amazing water views
- French Riviera-inspired cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients
- Elegant setting with terrace seating and artistic decor

PROFILE

La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, also known as LPM, opened in 2017. It sits in the fancy Galleria Mall on Al Maryah Island. The restaurant is part of a chain with locations in cities like London, Dubai,and Miami. Chef Navaneeth Chandran heads the kitchen. LPM has a spot that many restaurants would kill for. You can see the water and city skyline from there. The place is accessible both from inside the mall and from the upper valet parking entrance. A cool graffiti mural walkway leads you in from the parking area.

AMBIENCE

The restaurant tries hard to make you feel like you're somewhere in France. Not in Abu Dhabi at all. Bougainvillea flowers and olive trees decorate the terrace. Inside, bright art hangs on walls with elegant shutters. There's this big vase that's just exploding with colors. It catches your eye right away. The terrace fits 42 people and gives beautiful views across the water. Inside has room for 90 more folks. Windows open up to let in the view. The whole place feels kinda intimate. Music could use some work though. One review mentioned weird synthetic pop playing.

MUST-TRY

The cheesecake at LPM is legendary. Some people visit just for that dessert. The tuna tartare with piquillos peppers and crispy seaweed is a hit with customers. Escargots (snails) with garlic butter and parsley give you a true taste of French cooking. The burrata with cherry tomatoes and basil is simple but done really well. Their signature cocktail called 'tomatini' is something you should try. It's smooth, citrusy,and refreshing.

FOOD

LPM serves French Mediterranean food made with seasonal ingredients. Everything's prepared à-la-minute, which means made fresh to order. The menu has lots of shareable appetizers. These are meant to bring people together. Main dishes include things like marinated baby chicken and grilled lamb cutlets. The seafood options are pretty good too. They have homemade pasta dishes like rigatoni with beef ragout and mushrooms. Or gnocchi with cherry tomatoes if you don't eat meat. Desserts go beyond just the famous cheesecake. The French toast with spice ice cream and rum baba with strawberry are worth trying. During Ramadan, they offer a special Iftar menu. It's a nice touch that shows they respect local traditions.

SERVICE

Service at LPM gets mixed reviews. Some people say the staff is super friendly and professional. Others complain about having to wave down waiters or dishes arriving late. Or not at all. There have been complaints about different treatment based on who you are. One review mentioned locals getting more attention than other customers. The sommelier (wine expert) gets good marks for making smart recommendations. That's a plus if you like wine with your meal. Some customers felt rushed to leave after about two hours. Not cool when you're paying top dollar for dinner.

PRICING

Let's be real - LPM is expensive. Like, really expensive. Expect to pay around AED 420 for two people without alcohol. That's about what Zomato estimates. A pint of beer costs about AED 38. Wine and cocktails will add more to your bill. They offer brunch packages ranging from AED 375 to AED 575 depending on what drinks you want. Some reviewers feel the high prices aren't matched by the overall experience. Others think the quality food makes it worth it.

SUMMARY

LPM Abu Dhabi gives you good food in a pretty setting. The French Riviera vibe is strong. The location can't be beat with those water views. And the food is mostly excellent. But service issues and super high prices might make you think twice. Especially when Abu Dhabi has lots of other good restaurants. It's probably best for special occasions when you want to splurge. Or business meals when someone else is paying. If you go, definitely save room for that cheesecake everyone talks about.

FAQs

What are the opening hours of La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi?

LPM Abu Dhabi is open Monday to Friday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. On Saturday, they're open from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Sunday hours are 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Does La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi offer valet parking?

Yes, valet parking is available at LPM Abu Dhabi. The restaurant is accessible both from inside The Galleria mall and from the upper valet parking entrance via a graffiti mural walkway.

Does La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi have vegetarian options?

Yes, LPM Abu Dhabi offers several vegetarian-friendly options. These include dishes like burrata with cherry tomatoes, ratatouille with feta cheese, homemade gnocchi with cherry tomatoes, and mushroom risotto with black truffle.