Lamb Chops
The lamb chops are repeatedly praised for being tender, juicy and well charred, with some diners comparing them favourably across Dubai.
Al Barsha
Al Damyati Restaurant Al Barsha is an Egyptian restaurant centred on traditional grills and comfort food. Customers return for tender lamb chops and juicy kebabs, while complimentary hummus, salad and soup make a meal here feel generous from the start.
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The lamb chops are repeatedly praised for being tender, juicy and well charred, with some diners comparing them favourably across Dubai.
Kebabs are described as soft, juicy and perfectly cooked, especially alongside bread, hummus and tahini.
Complimentary hummus, fresh salad, soup, falafel, bread and dips are commonly brought to the table before or alongside the main meal.
The lentil soup is a standout for several diners, described as rich, comforting and memorable rather than just a routine starter.
Foul, falafel and hummus are valued for their traditional flavour, with one reviewer specifically noting they are not canned.
The Al Barsha branch is described as spacious, with majlis-style and carpeted seating that works well for families and groups.
Several customers consider the portions and prices reasonable, including a reviewer who said the branch kept the Karama prices.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Al Damyati Restaurant Al Barsha, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“Their falafel is honestly the best I’ve ever had – perfectly crispy on the outside and soft, flavorful inside. You can really taste the freshness and authentic spices.”
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“Their falafel is honestly the best I’ve ever had – perfectly crispy on the outside and soft, flavorful inside. You can really taste the freshness and authentic spices.”February 2026
“The lamb chops are toooo good and their kabab are still the same soft juicy and just melts in your mouth. Arayesh and falafel too.”May 2026
“Their lamb chops are our all-time favorite — perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of flavor. The lentil soup is my personal favorite, comforting and delicious every time. 🥣”
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“Their lamb chops are our all-time favorite — perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of flavor. The lentil soup is my personal favorite, comforting and delicious every time. 🥣”October 2025
“The meal began with lentil soup, and it was exceptional. Rich, comforting, and full of depth, it easily stood out as one of the best I have had.”April 2026
“We also ordered the mixed grill, which did not disappoint. The meat was succulent, well seasoned, and cooked just right. Every bite felt satisfying, and the portion sizes were more than generous.”
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“We also ordered the mixed grill, which did not disappoint. The meat was succulent, well seasoned, and cooked just right. Every bite felt satisfying, and the portion sizes were more than generous.”April 2026
“Falafel, hummus and mix grill are delicious and highly recommend.”December 2025
“This new branch also features some amazing additions like Afghani mutton pulao, lentil soup, and their house-baked bread — all must-tries.”
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“This new branch also features some amazing additions like Afghani mutton pulao, lentil soup, and their house-baked bread — all must-tries.”August 2025
“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”
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“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”August 2025
“Baba ghanong and mutabale was my absolute favourite (smoked eggplant with garlic and tomatoes).”
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“Baba ghanong and mutabale was my absolute favourite (smoked eggplant with garlic and tomatoes).”January 2026
“Kebabs tastes good with Bread with hummus and tahini .”
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“Kebabs tastes good with Bread with hummus and tahini .”March 2026
“Super love their chicken pulao! I gisit their establishment at least once a week and they never disappoint with their rice.”
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“Super love their chicken pulao! I gisit their establishment at least once a week and they never disappoint with their rice.”December 2025
“Before leaving as usual, I grabbed my usual Egyptian foul to go. I freeze these boxes at home and pull one out whenever I need comfort food, an easy meal and it never fails me.”
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“Before leaving as usual, I grabbed my usual Egyptian foul to go. I freeze these boxes at home and pull one out whenever I need comfort food, an easy meal and it never fails me.”August 2025
“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”
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“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”August 2025
“one of the old and well-known restaurants, and their foul, falafel, and hummus are truly among the original classics. The taste is still amazing and authentic until today.”
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“one of the old and well-known restaurants, and their foul, falafel, and hummus are truly among the original classics. The taste is still amazing and authentic until today.”March 2026
“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”
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“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10).”August 2025
“I’ve been a regular at their Karama branch for the past 4 years, and I’m so glad they’ve finally opened in Al Barsha! The lamb chops are absolutely out of this world — tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The grilled boneless chicken and falafel are also fantastic.”
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“I’ve been a regular at their Karama branch for the past 4 years, and I’m so glad they’ve finally opened in Al Barsha! The lamb chops are absolutely out of this world — tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The grilled boneless chicken and falafel are also fantastic.”August 2025
“I had the meat kabab, grilled chicken, lamb chops, they gave me complimentary soup which was soooo goood.”
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“I had the meat kabab, grilled chicken, lamb chops, they gave me complimentary soup which was soooo goood.”November 2025
“Al Damayati Restaurant is an Amazing Arabic food Restaurant , i love their grilled lamb stews , kabab and chops , super tender and juicy.”
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“Al Damayati Restaurant is an Amazing Arabic food Restaurant , i love their grilled lamb stews , kabab and chops , super tender and juicy.”July 2025
“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”
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“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”March 2024
“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”
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“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”March 2024
“If you wanna have authentic mutton chops less spicy.. Al Damyati is the right place to jump in.”
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“If you wanna have authentic mutton chops less spicy.. Al Damyati is the right place to jump in.”April 2026
“However I must say to food here is absolutely amazing. We ordered Mutton Shenwari and roti.. Both were really very nice .”
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“However I must say to food here is absolutely amazing. We ordered Mutton Shenwari and roti.. Both were really very nice .”March 2024
“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”
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“Ordered Peshawari Kadai and a Mix Platter with Kabuli pulow from their menu, we found the flavors to be delightful.”March 2024
“Shinwari kadai and pulao was good”
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“Shinwari kadai and pulao was good”July 2024
Mixed feedback
“Special Chicken Karahi: 4/5 - As a fervent enthusiast of Mutton Karahi, this commendation speaks volumes. While enjoyable, I've experienced superior versions elsewhere.”
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“Special Chicken Karahi: 4/5 - As a fervent enthusiast of Mutton Karahi, this commendation speaks volumes. While enjoyable, I've experienced superior versions elsewhere.”May 2024
“The staff are so kind , and generous, they fill the table with small sides with no extra charges, in other restaurants humus , soup salad and bread all been charged , but this one they just put on the table for free, and a good glass of tea at the end.”
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“The staff are so kind , and generous, they fill the table with small sides with no extra charges, in other restaurants humus , soup salad and bread all been charged , but this one they just put on the table for free, and a good glass of tea at the end.”July 2025
“In addition to what we ordered we were offered complimentary free soups, hummus, salads and very nice warm glass of tea at the end.”January 2026
“Lassi: 3.5/5 - Adequate, though I've had better elsewhere.”
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“Lassi: 3.5/5 - Adequate, though I've had better elsewhere.”May 2024
“Kunafa could have served hot.”
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“Kunafa could have served hot.”March 2026
“Complimentary soups and the soup which we ordered mushroom soup is less than average, taste and quality”
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“Complimentary soups and the soup which we ordered mushroom soup is less than average, taste and quality”July 2024
“We recently ordered lunch for our office from Afghan Pallow Place Resturant and opted for their mutton dish. While the flavour was acceptable, the food arrived cold, which was disappointing. Furthermore, the portion size was inadequate considering the prices.”
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“We recently ordered lunch for our office from Afghan Pallow Place Resturant and opted for their mutton dish. While the flavour was acceptable, the food arrived cold, which was disappointing. Furthermore, the portion size was inadequate considering the prices.”November 2024
Order Chops. If lamb chops are your priority, order generously: one regular described them as among the finest and encouraged going big.
Check Portions. If ordering a large quantity of chops, confirm the meat portion first, since one kilo was reported as mostly fat and bone.
Use Parking. For a family visit, try the front parking; one reviewer found it easy to park directly in front of the restaurant.
Bring Babies. If dining with more than one baby, plan around limited highchairs: one family found only a single chair available.
Try Pulao. The branch includes Afghan-style additions, and reviewers specifically recommend trying the Bukhari or Afghani pulao with the grills.
Check Takeaway. For takeaway, confirm spice levels and food temperature before leaving; reviews mention a spicy non-spicy order and cold food.
Plan the visit
One customer found a kilo of lamb chops unusually fatty and short on meat, while another also reported mostly bone and fat.
A review reports wrong items arriving because staff did not write down the order, so checking the bill and dishes may be worthwhile.
Kunafa was enjoyable but one diner felt it should have been served hotter.
A family dining with two babies found that the restaurant had only one highchair available.
The food receives stronger praise than the decor; one customer found the interior very simple and almost cold.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
signature lamb chops
“We ordered 2 kilos of their signature lamb chops, 200 AED per kilo”Google review · August 2025
Egyptian kofta
“We added Egyptian kofta for 60 AED (9/10), one Arayess with minced meat (10/10), Alexandrian liver (8/10), and a plate of fried eggplant that wasn’t even on the menu, but they still made it for me (10/10)”Google review · August 2025
Bukhari rice
“One of the staff offered us a complimentary Bukhari rice, since we're regulars at Karama (normally 15 AED)”Google review · August 2025
The Bottom Line
Al Damyati Restaurant Al Barsha is an Egyptian grill restaurant with a long-standing Karama following. Lamb chops are the main draw: reviews describe them as tender, juicy, charred and sometimes falling off the bone. Juicy kebabs, mixed grill and arayes are other dependable choices, while foul, falafel and hummus deliver the traditional Egyptian side of the menu.
The meal often starts generously. Customers mention complimentary lentil soup, hummus, salad, falafel, tahini, pickles and fresh khubz, with tea sometimes served at the end. The lentil soup gets unusually warm praise, and the freshly baked bread is a useful partner for the dips and grills.
Afghan additions such as Bukhari rice and Afghani mutton pulao also appear in reviews. The Al Barsha setting is bigger than a basic neighbourhood eatery, with spacious tables, majlis-style or carpeted seating and some private-feeling corners for groups. Parking in front has been easy for at least one family visitor.
Prices are generally described as reasonable, though one review called the venue pricey and others cautioned that lamb chop portions can be fatty or light on meat. Service is usually friendly, but an order mix-up and limited highchairs have also been reported.