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Restaurants in Dubai
we vouch for.
Hand-picked spots tested on real visits. No paid placements, no top-50 listicles — just 54 places we send our friends to.
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Arabian Tea House - Jumeirah Archaeological Site, Dubai
Casual offshoot serving breakfast, local seafood, meat & vegetarian dishes, plus coffee & teas.
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Kokoro Hand Roll Bar (The Dubai Mall)
"Kokoro Hand Roll Bar at The Dubai Mall feels like a small Japanese corner hidden inside the chaos of the…
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SushiArt - Dubai Mall
"I recently visited Sushi Art Dubai Mall and honestly, it was such a lovely experience from start to finish. First…
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Al Mashawi Al Halabya | Al Barsha
"If you’re looking for authentic Syrian flavors in Al Barsha, Al Mashawi Al Halabya is a must-visit! From the second…
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Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Cafe - Al Fahidi, Dubai
"I had the most delightful Iftar at the Arabian Tea House in Al Fahidi! From start to finish, the experience…
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P.F. Chang's
Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.
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Al Beiruti Cafe DIFC
"Vibrant, energetic and overall really nice. Upscale vibe, good pricing - considering the high end area as well. Our shisha…
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THE SIB RESTAURANT Triple 777 CENTER Branch
"A Memorable Night at THE SIB RESTAURANT! I visited THE SIB RESTAURANT last night with my family, and I just…
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High Joint Dubai Mall
"This was named one of the top burger spots in UAE and I had to check it out. I ordered…
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ZouZou Turkish & Lebanese Restaurant | Jumeirah 1 Opposite Lamer
Relaxed spot for Turkish & Lebanese cuisine served in a rustic dining space that has patio seating.
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Parker's
"This is the go to spot for desserts in Dubai. It has the famous matilda cake that is worth all…
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Vapiano
Laid-back restaurant featuring made-to-order fresh pasta dishes, along with pizza & salad.
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Time Out Market Dubai
Grand, sprawling food hall with a terrace offering vegan eats, pizza & fine dining, plus wine.
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Berenjak Dubai
"Literally best Iranian restaurant in Dubai.. not only about the food its the feeling you get entering to completely different…
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Din Tai Fung
"We had a lovely dining experience at Din Tai Fung in Dubai Mall with my mom and dad. From start…
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Mamaesh Al Manara ممائيش المنارة
Down-to-earth eatery whipping up classic Palestinian street foods such as fatayer, hummus & wraps.
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Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Café-Mercato Mall, Dubai
"Lovely visiting first time a Bosnian cuisine restaurant. Food was amazing and tasted really good. Forgot to take a picture.…
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Moon Slice Pizza Dubai
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Moonslice Pizza absolutely nailed it 👏 Tried the arancini, pepperoni pizza, short ribs, and the snaps frittatas and honestly,…
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Origami Sushi Dubai Mall
"We celebrated an intimate birthday at Origami Restaurant – Dubai Mall when my relatives came to visit, and honestly… one…
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YAVA Restaurant
"Finally I made it to YAVA, been hearing amazing things about it. Diverse menu with great options for pescatarians like…
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AlSafadi Restaurant DIFC
Traditional Lebanese cuisine served in a long-established restaurant, part of a small chain.
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AlSafadi Restaurant DIFC
Traditional Lebanese cuisine served in a long-established restaurant, part of a small chain.
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Al Beiruti SZR
Polished option featuring modern Lebanese cuisine & shisha facilities in stylish surroundings.
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MADO Restaurant and Cafe LLC
"We had a delightful experience at MADO, The District – Dubai Mall. We actually visited twice in the same day,…
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Awani - The Dubai Mall
"Amazing restaurant in Dubai mall! I came here with a friend for breakfast and we loved it so much. Both…
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Babel Dubai
Contemporary, wood-clad eatery serving modern Lebanese & Mediterranean classics, with a terrace.
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Bait Maryam - Dubai
"We discovered this place completely by chance. To be honest, I was a bit hesitant when I first visited and…
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Za Za Slice
"Nice concept with a clear focus on quality pizza. The pizza was very good, with fresh ingredients and a well-balanced…
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THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had lunch today at The Sib and it was a great experience. The food was truly delicious especially the…
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Pickl City Walk
"Had a great first experience visiting Pickl. Came around 3am and was greeted by Lloyd, suggested me the Chicken Sando…
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The Cheesecake Factory
American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
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Hadoota Masreya
Traditional Egyptian choice with a warm atmosphere offering a classic menu, along with a buffet.
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Al Hallab
Classic, spacious Lebanese restaurant at The Dubai Mall featuring a terrace with fountain views.
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Kabab Erbil Iraqi Restaurant Jumeirah
"A true Iraqi dining experience 🇮🇶✨ From the moment you walk in, the vibe is vibrant, warm, and incredibly welcoming…
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Al Hallab Bab El Bahr
Contemporary eatery with patio seating offering Mediterranean & Lebanese market-style seafood.
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Three by Eva
"We stopped by for a late lunch and had a wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted…
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SALT Downtown
"A much needed feast after a long travel day! The lettuce sliders are naturally gluten free and the chips without…
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Iranish Iranian Restaurant
"Visited the restaurant based on a friend’s recommendation. The atmosphere was pleasant with a decent number of guests creating a…
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Shanasheel Restaurant & Coffee Shop
"Absolutely amazing experience at Shanasheel Restaurant in Dubai! The food was outstanding — every dish was flavorful and perfectly prepared."…
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Bentoya Kitchen Sheikh Zayed Road
"I had lunch at Bento-Ya and it was such a great experience! The food was super fresh and full of…
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Miran Erbil Iraqi
"My favorite restaurant in Dubai, ticking every box (food, service, atmosphere). Indoor and streetside patio tables (recommend sitting inside, the…
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Al Ustad Special Kebab
Popular spot turning out kebabs & other Persian favorites in an easygoing, photo-filled space.
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Zuma Dubai
Chic Japanese restaurant with steel and granite decor, serving sushi, grill dishes & sharing plates.
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Bestoon Samad Iraqi Food Restaurant
Refined specialist serving global & Iraqi staples including hummus, grilled meats, seafood & pasta.
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Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes Dubai Mall
"We tried the famous spot serving the craziest milkshakes in Dubai 🤯🥤 And trust us, it’s not just a milkshake,…
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Shabestan Restaurant
Restaurant offering Iranian dishes, panoramic views and live traditional Persian music most nights.
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Farsi Restaurant -
"I was honestly shocked by the portion sizes. 😋 They also served lentil soup and a complimentary nan panir sabzi…
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Five Guys
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
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Al Falamanki Dubai
"A true Lebanese classic. All the items on the menu taste amazing and the atmosphere is brilliant. The place has…
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SHE BURGER- Dar al wasl
"The place has improved a lot, I tried the burger when it first opened and it was not good. Today…
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Ninive
"Very good food. The Iftar menu is decent quality, quantity and variety." — visitor review
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AL MASKOOF Al IRAQI RESTAURANT
"Myself and my children had our Iftar at this popular restaurant…as a holiday Iftar I was looking forward to the…
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Al Amoor Express Restaurant
"Had breakfast with an old colleague. He is an Egyptian so we went authentic. Pleasant and welcoming service, great tasting…
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Istanbul Flower Restaurant
"The best TURKISH restaurant in Dubai. Meat is higher quality and fresh. Salad is super fresh. The owner of the…