Jones the Grocer

A gourmet deli chain, care of Sydney
Tipple of choice: Nothing quenches the Abu Dhabi thirst quite as well as Jones’ granny smith apple and ginger cordial, mixed with a splash of sparkling water.

Talk of the town: Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince has been spotted scoffing salad and toast here.
Fromageries are anathema to Abu Dhabi, as is organic ketchup, gourmet vinegars and T-shirted waiters—the city doesn’t tend to do casual. Australian chain, Jones the Grocer, manages all of the above, and as a result, has neatly cornered the cafe market since hitting Dhabi's sandy shores.

Though the brand isn’t quite so novel to out-of-towners, it does offer consistently tasty, upmarket fare that is sure to please most palates. The cheese selection is easily Abu Dhabi’s best, and their arsenal of high-end condiments (all available to take home) makes for foolproof salads and pastas.