The new and improved Mina Zayed fish market in Abu Dhabi
- Overview of Mina Zayed Fish Market
- Renovation of the Market
- Features of Mina Zayed Fish Market
- Timings and Location
- FAQs
Ever wondered where all the best seafood restaurants in the capital get their supply from? They all head out to the fish market in Mina Zayed district – one of the largest and oldest in the UAE. But this famous old market has recently been given a comprehensive makeover and is now offering a uniquely holistic experience to its visitors. Thinking about checking it out? Here’s everything the newly-renovated Mina Zayed Fish Market has to offer.
OVERVIEW OF MINA ZAYED FISH MARKET
Mina Zayed Fish Market is a bustling destination where the area’s fishermen unload their catch for the day every morning. In collaboration with Modon Properties, the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) recently announced the opening of the newly-refurbished market in a fresh boost to the rich legacy of the UAE’s fish trade.
The Mina Zayed Fish Market has served as the main seafood market in Abu Dhabi for more than three decades. It has been the lifeline of the capital’s seafood trade, with a storied history entwined with the growth of the emirate.
The new Mina Zayed Fish Market is poised to be a distinct destination in Abu Dhabi, adding to the capital’s portfolio of historical landmarks.
ABOUT THE RENOVATION
Compared to the utilitarian facility which formed the core of the fish market in its formative years, the new Mina Zayed Fish Market is built as per the latest design and construction standards. The new renovations will offer the buyers a spacious and pleasurable shopping experience.
The comprehensive redevelopment of Mina Zayed Port was instigated a few years ago by DMT. The project will replace the ad hoc structures built in the 1970s and will become the new home for numerous commercial businesses, such as carpet sellers, fish sellers, home-ware and furniture traders, meat traders, date sellers and plant sellers.
FEATURES OF MINA ZAYED FISH MARKET
The new market preserves the 40 years of fish trading history in Abu Dhabi with unique themes incorporating international standards. The newly-renovated Mina Zayed Fish Market features 44 cleaning stations, 8 restaurants and a supermarket with multiple commercial services and spaces. Let’s take a breakdown look at the stalls within the market:
- 104 fresh fish stalls
- 8 dry fish stalls
- 4 fruits and vegetable stalls
- 3 commercial kiosks
The varied nature of available stalls means that you can pretty much take care of your weekly food shop all under one roof!
TIMINGS AND LOCATION OF MINA ZAYED FISH MARKET
The newly-renovated fish market is just off the mainland in the Mina Zayed Port area of Al Mina, about a 10-minute drive from Abu Dhabi City’s Corniche. Here are the timings of the new fish market:
- Monday to Friday 07:00 am – 09:00 pm
- Saturday and Sunday 07:00 am – 10:00 pm
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW TO REACH THE MINA ZAYED FISH MARKET?
The easiest way to reach Mina Zayed Fish Market is by car via Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed street. For those renting apartments in Al Mina, it’s a short 5-minute drive away. Whereas those living in Al Khalidiya can reach the fish market within about 15 minutes.
ARE THERE ANY GOOD SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS IN ABU DHABI?
There are some excellent seafood restaurants in Abu Dhabi such as Finz, Catch, Aquarium and Li Jiang.
And that brings us to the end of our guide to the new Mina Zayed Fish Market. A trip to the fish market in Abu Dhabi comes highly recommended. Apart from bagging the freshest catch of the day for great prices, you’ll also get to experience one of the liveliest marketplaces in Abu Dhabi.
Love checking out traditional marketplaces and grabbing yourself a bargain? The fish market in Sharjah is well worth a visit.
If you’re looking for other affordable places to shop, it’s worth checking out the souks in Abu Dhabi. And if you’re someone who values memorable experiences, why not try fishing in Abu Dhabi? There’s some big catches to be had!
