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Hoi An

There’s a distinct French colonial flair to this restaurant, so don’t be surprised if you feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. Must try: rice paper rolls.

Shangri-La, Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, daily 6pm to 11.30pm. Tel: (02) 5098888. Taxi: Shangri-La. shangri-la.com

Hanoi Naturally

Hanoi’s pho is some of the best tasting (and most authentic) we’ve had in the city. Must try: pho bo chin (broth).

Khalifa Bin Zayed Street, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi, daily 1am to 11pm. Tel: (02) 6261112. Taxi: near Al Radwa Rotana