Afghan Palace Restaurant - JLT Branch

Name: Afghan Palace Restaurant - JLT Branch
Address: Lake Level Shop No E05, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143322768

Jumeirah Lake Towers

Afghan restaurant Closed 04 332 2768

Afghan Palace Restaurant is an Afghan restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, centred on hearty grilled meats, rice dishes and traditional cooking. Reviews especially highlight the mixed grill and an open kitchen where you can watch food being prepared live.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

2,151 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Tender meats

Slow-cooked mutton, lamb, kebabs and shinwari dishes are repeatedly praised for tender, juicy meat.

Open kitchen

The large open kitchen lets diners watch the cooking, including the fire and smoke from the grill.

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What to Eat at Afghan Palace Restaurant - JLT Branch

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Afghan Palace Restaurant - JLT Branch, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 4

Mantu Net +3

“The mantu had a thin dough, and the meat was pre-fried.”
Slow cooked mutton Net +3

“This place instantly became one of my favourites because of the slow cooked mutton. I enjoyed it a lot and overall the food was nice and the staff was friendly.”
Mazar pollaw Net +2

“We had a meeting nearby and stumbled upon this place by chance, but OMG! EVERYTHING we ordered was incredible! Mazar Pollaw was to die for! The team is sweet and accommodating, the place is super clean and neat! Highly recommend!”
Tabbouleh Net +2

“Don’t miss the tabbouleh, which is fresh and vibrant, and the Uzbek Kabuli Pallow, a flavorful rice dish with tender meat and spices.”

Honorable mentions (30)

Mixed grill Net +1

“The wife and I came here and ate the mix grill. Our friend recommended it. So delicious and filling. Large portion. Good price.”
Afghan platter Net +1

“We opted for the Afghan Platter, Mixed Grill, and fresh bread. The quality of the meat was the absolute highlight—perfectly seasoned, juicy, and charred to perfection. It is important to note that the grill items take a minimum of 30 minutes to prepare, but it is well worth the wait.”
Afghani naan Net +1

“The Herati Zafrani Kebab was beautifully spiced and incredibly tender, the Afghani naan was fresh, soft and perfect for soaking up every bit of flavour, but the real highlight was the Special Shinwari Boneless Chicken Karahi which was genuinely some of the most succulent chicken I’ve had in ages.”
Ashkak Net +1

“The Ashkak were super tasty too.”
Bonjon starter Net +1

“I tried there mantu and bonjon(egg plant) After seekh kabab with the bread The taste was awsome so i decide to write a review.”
Chainaki Net +1

“Don't miss the Chainaki - lamb stew cooked and served out of a teapot like the traditional way of cooking underground. Tender meat and so much flavour.”
Chicken kadhai Net +1

“Every dish we tried was bursting with authentic flavors, particularly the shami kebab and chicken kadhai, which stood out for their quality and taste.”
Chicken shawarma Net +1

“Their chicken shawarma is genuinely delicious — juicy, well-seasoned, and perfectly balanced.”
Chicken sheekh kabab Net +1

“Absolutely loved the food at Afghan Palace! It’s located at a great spot at JLT, the food is flavourful and the portions are enough for two people. We ordered Moutabal, Chicken Sheekh Kabab, and Mutton Naan Keema.”
Chicken soup Net +1

“Chicken soup was delicious, portions were very decent.”
Garlic naan Net +1

“On the positive side, the kebabs were good and juicy, and both the garlic naan and plain naan were quite nice. Unfortunately, the beef ribs were a disappointment and didn’t justify the order.”
Herati zafrani kebab Net +1

“The Herati Zafrani Kebab was beautifully spiced and incredibly tender, the Afghani naan was fresh, soft and perfect for soaking up every bit of flavour, but the real highlight was the Special Shinwari Boneless Chicken Karahi which was genuinely some of the most succulent chicken I’ve had in ages.”
Herati zafrani kebab karachi Net +1

“Herati zafrani kebab karachi was probably the most interesting and delicious thing”
Kabuli pulaw Net +1

“I'm a big fan of Kabuli pulaw and make sure to always order it when ever I visit an Afghani restaurant. Their Kabuli pulaw is good and had chops and chicken pieces in it, but the star was the Rogani naan.”
Lamb tikka Net +1

“Serves very delicious food with excellent service. The lamb tikka and kebab are especially tasty and well-cooked, but the meal portions are quite small, and no side dishes or salad are served with the meals.”
Moutabal Net +1

“Absolutely loved the food at Afghan Palace! It’s located at a great spot at JLT, the food is flavourful and the portions are enough for two people. We ordered Moutabal, Chicken Sheekh Kabab, and Mutton Naan Keema.”
Mutton naan keema Net +1

“Absolutely loved the food at Afghan Palace! It’s located at a great spot at JLT, the food is flavourful and the portions are enough for two people. We ordered Moutabal, Chicken Sheekh Kabab, and Mutton Naan Keema.”
Mutton ribs Net +1

“The best Afghan cuisine you can try at JLT. Yummiest Mutton Ribs, Kababs and Karhae.”
Plain naan Net +1

“On the positive side, the kebabs were good and juicy, and both the garlic naan and plain naan were quite nice. Unfortunately, the beef ribs were a disappointment and didn’t justify the order.”
Rice in milk with pistachio desert Net +1

“I've had a rice in milk with pistachio desert, but didn't had time to take a picture, it was gone in a minute.”
Rogani naan Net +1

“Their Kabuli pulaw is good and had chops and chicken pieces in it, but the star was the Rogani naan. The bread was so tender and hot...I could have eaten it for hours.”
Roghni bread Net +1

“Mop us the stew with Roghni bread - some of the best I've ever had with so many sesame seeds.”
Seekh kabab Net +1

“I tried there mantu and bonjon(egg plant) After seekh kabab with the bread The taste was awsome so i decide to write a review.”
Shami kebab Net +1

“Every dish we tried was bursting with authentic flavors, particularly the shami kebab and chicken kadhai, which stood out for their quality and taste.”
Shawarma Net +1

“Tried the shawarma and it was simply wow! The place has a nice vibe and the service is great. It’s affordable and definitely worth it.”
Special shinwari boneless chicken karahi Net +1

“The Herati Zafrani Kebab was beautifully spiced and incredibly tender, the Afghani naan was fresh, soft and perfect for soaking up every bit of flavour, but the real highlight was the Special Shinwari Boneless Chicken Karahi which was genuinely some of the most succulent chicken I’ve had in ages. Rich, smoky, deeply flavourful and cooked perfectly.”
Starter with eggplant in tomato/yoghurt sauce Net +1

“I've really enjoyed the starter with eggplant in tomato/yoghurt sauce 👌 omg, my new favorite dish 🤭 the meat is mostly lamb.”
Uzbik kabuli pallow Net +1

“Don’t miss the tabbouleh, which is fresh and vibrant, and the Uzbek Kabuli Pallow, a flavorful rice dish with tender meat and spices. Both are standout choices that highlight the restaurant's commitment to authentic flavors.”
Baba ganoush Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Baba ganoush was average”
Garlic bread Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Garlic bread alright”

Drinks 2

Lemon mint juice Net +1

“Lemon mint juice was fresh and bright, perfect to accompany the food.”
Sweet lassi Net +1

“Such a delicious dinner provided by Hassan and the staff. We had a private space, the meat was so tender, and I had one of the best sweet lassi ever.”

What to Avoid (8)

Food 7

Afghani pulao Net −1

“The Afghani pulao was nothing close to the real taste — the carrot shreds and dry grapes were overly big and felt waterlogged, like they’d been soaked too long.”
Beef ribs Net −1

“On the positive side, the kebabs were good and juicy, and both the garlic naan and plain naan were quite nice. Unfortunately, the beef ribs were a disappointment and didn’t justify the order.”
Lamb rosh Net −1

“The lamb rosh was a bit raw for my liking. 250g rosh is more than enough for one person though!”
Lamb shinwari Net −1

“The Lamb Shinwari was absolutely unappetizing and unrecognizable as Shinwari. It was nothing more than a few boiled pieces of lamb drenched in tomato sauce — something that has no resemblance to authentic Shinwari at all.”
Mojitos Net −1

“Mojitos were a bit too sweet”
Pulao Net −1

“We ordered half kg Mix Grill, Pulao, and half kg Lamb Shinwari, and every dish was a complete disappointment.”
Rabri Net −1

“Only feedback would be for the Rabri, to prepare it a little less sweet.”

Drinks 1

Mint mojito Net −1

“Also, I ordered a Mint Mojito, and it tasted like cough syrup not recommended to order.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Allow time. Allow at least 30 minutes for grill dishes; this is a slow-cooked meal rather than fast food.

Call ahead. Call before ordering fish or BBQ, as one reviewer said those items are served after 30 minutes.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Lake Level Shop No E05

Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai

04 332 2768

Mon	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Tue	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Wed	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Thu	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun	11:30 AM – 12:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Long waits

Grill dishes can take at least 30 minutes, while other visits reported waits of 45 minutes or more.

Portion concerns

Some diners found portions small for the price, while another said the serving was not enough for a large appetite.

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The Bottom Line

Afghan Palace is a meat-focused Afghan restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, suited to diners who want a substantial shared meal rather than a quick bite. The menu includes mixed grill, kebabs, mantu, Afghan and Uzbek rice dishes, and slow-cooked mutton. The open kitchen adds a visible, traditional cooking element, while spacious seating and private-room options work well for families and larger groups.

The strongest feedback centres on tender, well-seasoned meat. Herati Zafrani Kebab, Shinwari dishes, lamb chops, shami kebab and chicken shawarma all receive praise, while Rogani naan is repeatedly mentioned as hot, soft and useful for soaking up stews. Uzbek Kabuli Pallow and Mazar Pallow are also popular choices.

Afghani tea gets a warmer reception than the mojitos, which some found too sweet. Plan around the kitchen: grill orders can take at least 30 minutes, and some older reviews report waits of 45 minutes or more. Calling ahead is sensible for fish or BBQ.

Portions are described as generous by some diners but small by others, so large appetites may want extra bread or sides. Food and service are generally well regarded, though one visit reported a poor welcome and distracted staff. Weekend crowds can be heavy; midweek is likely calmer.