SSP opens nine units at the new Terminal A of Abu Dhabi International Airport

05.12.2023 - 08:38 / traveldailynews.com / Vicky Karantzavelou

The Food Park, which spans 1,770 square metres and is located airside, accommodates up to 700 guests. With a strong sense of place and serving a wide variety of food options, the park is expected to appeal to those working at the airport as well as travellers.

SSP Group, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, has opened a spectacular new Food Park at Abu Dhabi, featuring an array of internationally renowned brands and local concepts, selected to appeal to the unique passenger profile of the airport.

Sustainability has been high on the agenda of Abu Dhabi Airports for the new terminal since the initial stage of conception to design and build, and the project has achieved a 3 Pearl Estidama environmental rating – the highest score that can be awarded to a government building. Reflecting its own sustainability objectives, SSP has implemented many sustainable practices during the build and operation of its new units, including the use of reclaimed wood, water-based air-conditioning to reduce the consumption of energy and the introduction of operational efficiencies to reduce the impact on the environment.

The brand mix has been carefully curated to meet the needs of the passengers travelling though the terminal. A number of SSP’s own brands feature, including coffee shop Ritazza, Camden food co., which offers a selection of healthy dishes as well as indulgent treats, and Levito, which boasts a menu of Italian dishes, including pizza, pastas and tiramisu.

Customers wanting to taste Indo-Asian foods can visit Patamar, which was developed by SSP specifically for the airport, and serves classic Indian dishes such as curries alongside Asian dishes including Filipino breakfast silog, sushi and ramen.

SSP has also partnered with a number of franchise brands, such as Operation Falafel which is a Dubai-born Arabic street food brand, serving an authentic selection of traditional Middle Eastern food with a 21st century twist. Fast food concept Texas Chicken serves fresh fried chicken and a variety of sandwiches, wraps and Texan-style sides including honey butter biscuits.

The development also features high-profile global brands, including TGI Fridays, the casual dining restaurant which serves signature glazed ribs, steaks, cocktails and mocktails, and fast food brand Burger King. A Mövenpick Ice Cream cart complements the offer.

In addition to the Food Park and adding an element of luxury, Butlers Chocolate Café is the first of its kind in Abu Dhabi. At the café, which is the first ever with a bar offer, customers will be able to choose from a wide range of barista-prepared coffees and teas, as well as decadent chocolate drinks, served with a complimentary chocolate of the