Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi - البراجيل للمندي والمظبي

Name: Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi - البراجيل للمندي والمظبي
Address: 151 Sheikh Rashid Rd, Al Karama, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971547401888

Al Karama

Restaurant Closed 0 547 401 888

In Al Karama, Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi serves traditional Yemeni food, with mandi, mazbi and haneeth among the dishes customers return for. Its first-floor and outdoor seating give diners a direct Dubai Frame view, while generous portions and family-style spaces make it an easy choice for sharing.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

1,822 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Frame view

First-floor and outdoor seating give diners a direct view of the Dubai Frame.

Large portions

Mandi packages and individual dishes are repeatedly described as generous enough for groups.

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What to Eat at Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi - البراجيل للمندي والمظبي

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi - البراجيل للمندي والمظبي, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

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Mandi Net +6

“definitely a top 3 mandi spot in uae for me right now!”
Kunafa Net +2

“Don't forget to try kunafa. Loved the outside sitting area.”

Honorable mentions (32)

Bread Net +1

“Delicious food. Bread was extremely delicious. Flavourful & serving portions were good enough.”
Chicken madhbi spicy Net +1

“Chicken Madhbi Spicy was another great treat.”
Chicken madhby Net +1

“The meat is good, rice is good, the best Chicken Maghdood I ate ever , the Haneedh is also amazing, but I would rate Saudi Kitchen and Najd Palace as the best, with chicken Madhby at Dar Al Mandi in Al Barsha as the best.”
Chicken madhfoun mandi Net +1

“We ordered a Chicken Madhfoun Mandi and a Chicken Zubriyan Mandi. Chicken Zubriyan - The best chicken mandi period! Madhfoun Mandi was brilliance!”
Chicken maghdood Net +1

“The meat is good, rice is good, the best Chicken Maghdood I ate ever , the Haneedh is also amazing, but I would rate Saudi Kitchen and Najd Palace as the best, with chicken Madhby at Dar Al Mandi in Al Barsha as the best.”
Chicken mandi Net +1

“Today we tried Mutton Madhfoon & Chicken Mandi from here ! It’s an average meat not an exactly Madhfoon ! I don’t know which flavor they added on the meet , the meat is totally red color & I didn’t get the real taste of the meat 🥲 chicken is not bad”
Chicken mudhfoun dishes Net +1

“We ordered chicken mudhfoun dishes. Each dish comes with a half chicken. The rice had an exceptional taste and the meat was juicy tender. The dish is recommended for a single person but the portion size is quite generous.”
Chicken zubriyan mandi Net +1

“We ordered a Chicken Madhfoun Mandi and a Chicken Zubriyan Mandi. Chicken Zubriyan - The best chicken mandi period! Madhfoun Mandi was brilliance!”
Cream kunafa Net +1

“Cream Kunafa 8/10 freshly prepared and good taste”
Date dessert Net +1

“Took us to a fresh new table to serve us two complimentary servings of very delicious and generous servings of some date dessert with a cup full of honey poured upon.”
Fahsa (mutton) Net +1

“Family friendly place, great staff, and delicious food, would recommend Fahsa (mutton), and Mazghout Chicken. View is amazing to Dubai frame.”
Foul Net +1

“I tried the shakshouka and foul, and both dishes were delicious and full of flavor.”
Freshly baked pita bread Net +1

“The restaurant serves a variety of Arabic and Jemenit specialties accompanied by freshly baked pita bread.”
Girgeer salad Net +1

“Girgeer Salad 9/10 fresh jarjeer leaves in a fattoush like but mild dressing. Must have with such heavy dose of protein.”
Haneedh Net +1

“The meat is good, rice is good, the best Chicken Maghdood I ate ever , the Haneedh is also amazing, but I would rate Saudi Kitchen and Najd Palace as the best, with chicken Madhby at Dar Al Mandi in Al Barsha as the best.”
Haneedh tahami malaki Net +1

“We tried Haneedh Tahami Malaki and it was sufficient for 3 members. The mutton was cooked seperate and it was served on banana leaf wrapped in a foil. It was too soft and juicy that it slipped into the rice while the waitress opened the wrap. Not spicy though but definitely a great lunch.”
Honey Net +1

“Took us to a fresh new table to serve us two complimentary servings of very delicious and generous servings of some date dessert with a cup full of honey poured upon.”
Hummus Net +1

“The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, generously portioned, and perfectly seasoned. We ordered kebabs and lamb with rice, salads, hummus, pita, tea, and kunafa—everything was delicious.”
Kebabs Net +1

“The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, generously portioned, and perfectly seasoned. We ordered kebabs and lamb with rice, salads, hummus, pita, tea, and kunafa—everything was delicious.”
Laham mandi Net +1

“Laham Mandi 8/10 haven't had better mandi”
Lamb haneeth mandi with peshawari rice Net +1

“Lamb Haneeth Mandi with Peshawari Rice is a winner. Must try if your a meat person.”
Lamb with rice Net +1

“The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, generously portioned, and perfectly seasoned. We ordered kebabs and lamb with rice, salads, hummus, pita, tea, and kunafa—everything was delicious.”
Mandy Net +1

“Not only One if the best Mandy & mathbi, but also for the other Yemeni specialties like this Shakshooka hot pan & this crispy bread!!!”
Mazghout chicken Net +1

“Family friendly place, great staff, and delicious food, would recommend Fahsa (mutton), and Mazghout Chicken. View is amazing to Dubai frame.”
Meat haneed ribs Net +1

“Meat Haneed Ribs 9/10 Excellent, tender meat with two types of rice.”
Meat haneedh thahami malakl Net +1

“Meat Haneedh Thahami Malakl 10/10 slow cooked meat in banana leaves, a total treat. You have to be there around 6pm otherwise it gets finished. Forgot to take pictures.”
Meat madhgouth Net +1

“Meat Madhgouth 9/10 very tasty and unique recipe.”
Mexican salad Net +1

“Mexican salad was good very fresh and crunchy..”
Mutton mandi Net +1

“We tried mutton Mandi and it was tasty and the flavor was awesome too good 7/10”
Mutton thahami Net +1

“I recently had the pleasure of trying the Mutton Thahami at Albar Ajeel restaurant in Dubai, and it was an outstanding dish. The mutton was perfectly cooked and tender, with a rich and spicy sauce that was bursting with flavor. It was served with fragrant and fluffy basmati rice, which perfectly complemented the flavors of the dish.”
Shakshouka Net +1

“I tried the shakshouka and foul, and both dishes were delicious and full of flavor.”
Mutton haneeth Net 0

Mixed feedback

“I had their mutton haneeth and it tastes good. The mutton is from India, if anyone wonder, since it’s a big thing for some people.”

Drinks 1

Black tea Net +1

“We are treated to a great after dinner black tea by the restaurant.”

What to Avoid (3)

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Chicken tikka yoghurt Net −1

“It seemed only less than handful of servers were available, the chicken tikka yoghurt we ordered was so hard, we couldn’t even bite without hurting our jaw, the salad was drenched in the balsamic vinegar, and the soup, which is usually served, had to be requested for- was a simple mix of “too much” turmeric, salt & water.”
Mutton madhfoon Net −1

“Today we tried Mutton Madhfoon & Chicken Mandi from here ! It’s an average meat not an exactly Madhfoon ! I don’t know which flavor they added on the meet , the meat is totally red color & I didn’t get the real taste of the meat 🥲 chicken is not bad”
Mutton rips mandi Net −1

“We had mutton rips mandi the taste is very normal nothing special….”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Arrive early. If you want the Haneedh Tahami Malaki, try arriving around 6pm because one diner said it can sell out.

Share packages. For a group, ask about combo or package options; reviewers found them affordable and large enough to share.

Plan the visit

Practical details

151 Sheikh Rashid Rd

Al Karama, Dubai

0 547 401 888

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

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Common Concerns

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Long waits

Several reviews report very slow service, including an hour for food and another hour for dessert.

Delivery quality

One Talabat order had poor-quality mutton and rice that did not taste like authentic mandi rice.

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The Bottom Line

Al Barajeel Mandi & Mazbi is a Yemeni restaurant in Al Karama where the main draw is hearty food served in generous portions, with a direct view of the Dubai Frame. Mandi, mazbi and haneeth are the obvious starting points, while the Haneedh Tahami Malaki and Chicken Zubriyan Mandi have received especially specific praise. Packages can work well for groups, and one was reported to feed nine people comfortably.

The setting suits families and shared meals. Reviews mention private rooms, majlis-style floor seating, separate family halls and outdoor seating, while the first floor provides a clear Frame backdrop. Breakfast is another reason to come, with shakshouka and foul mentioned positively.

Kunafa and other Arabic desserts are available, although dessert feedback is less consistent than the savoury food. Service is often described as friendly and attentive, but timing can vary sharply. Some diners reported quick service; others waited an hour for food and another hour for dessert.

For a popular haneeth dish, arriving around 6pm may help before it sells out. Delivery also appears less dependable than dining in: one Talabat order had poor mutton and plain-tasting rice. For the best chance of a satisfying visit, go with a group, ask about current offers and allow extra time.