Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi

Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi is a high-end Indian restaurant located within the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi, named after a traditional Indian ceramic vessel and representing the culinary vision of one of India’s most celebrated and internationally recognized chefs. Hemant Oberoi — former Executive Chef of the Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai and the chef credited with bringing Indian fine dining to international prominence — has created a concept that presents the extraordinary diversity and depth of Indian regional cuisine through the lens of genuine refinement and respect for culinary tradition. The menu is a considered journey through the subcontinent’s vast culinary geography, from the aromatic curries and tandoor-kissed breads of the north to the coconut and spice-forward preparations of the south and the delicate seafood traditions of the coasts. Each dish is prepared with premium ingredients, precise spice knowledge, and the authentic technique that characterizes cooking of this caliber. The luxurious setting within the Emirates Palace adds an appropriate grandeur to an experience of Indian fine dining that is rarely available at this level outside of India itself. The wine and beverage program has been assembled with awareness of the flavor complexity of Indian cooking, offering both classic pairings and more adventurous options. Service is elegant, informed, and genuinely hospitable. Martabaan is one of Abu Dhabi’s most distinctive and culturally significant fine dining destinations.