Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets

Name: Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets
Address: 18 Sheikh Rashid Rd, Al Garhoud, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142823388

Al Garhoud

Lebanese restaurant Open now 04 282 3388

Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets is a Lebanese restaurant in Al Garhoud with a sweet counter and an upstairs dining room. Reviews point to the mixed grill and traditional desserts such as kunafa and ashta sweets as strong reasons to visit.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

10,010 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Mixed grills

Mixed grills are repeatedly praised for tender, juicy meat, with one reviewer calling it the best mixed grill they had in Dubai.

Arabic sweets

The dessert counter is a major draw, especially for kunafa and ashta sweets with fresh pastry, balanced syrup and rich cream.

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What to Eat at Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets

These items at Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

Cheese kunafa Net +3

“For the end we had cheese kunafa, sweet and tempting.”
Fattoush Net +3

“The hommos was smooth and creamy, and the fattoush was fresh and nicely balanced with a tangy dressing.”
Kunafa Net +3

“And the final touch… the kunafa. Truly out of the world. The perfect sweet ending to an already memorable meal.”
Falafel platter Net +2

“A simple falafel platter arrived quite late—almost when we had finished the rest of our meal.”

Honorable mentions (28)

Hummus Net +1

“We enjoyed the hummus and fattoush, both bursting with flavor and freshness.”
Arayes Net +1

“Hallab cocktail , mushroom soup, arayes, cheese Manakish, lamb chops are legendary must visit place.”
Bread Net +1

“they make their own bread, which adds a wonderful homemade touch to the meal.”
Bread served with hummus Net +1

“The bread served with hummus was easily one of the best I’ve ever tasted – soft, fresh, and perfectly paired.”
Breakfast tray Net +1

“Al Hallab Restaurant offers a delightful Lebanese breakfast experience. Their breakfast tray is packed with a variety of flavorful dishes—from creamy labneh and fresh vegetables to warm manakish and perfectly spiced foul. What makes it even better is the flexibility they offer in customizing the tray to your preferences, which adds a personal touch to the meal.”
Cheese manakish Net +1

“Hallab cocktail , mushroom soup, arayes, cheese Manakish, lamb chops are legendary must visit place.”
Chicken liver Net +1

“Food: not really a fan of chicken liver but it was a recommendation and it definitely was great. Also got the shawarma that were so loaded I couldn’t finish them. Tasted great two days later.”
Falafel Net +1

“We also tried the falafel, which was crisp on the outside, soft inside, and beautifully seasoned.”
Fattah Net +1

“I've consistently enjoyed Al Hallab for Lebanese cuisine, and their Fattah in Dubai stands out as the best I've ever had. It's generously portioned and bursting with flavor.”
Foul Net +1

“Their breakfast tray is packed with a variety of flavorful dishes—from creamy labneh and fresh vegetables to warm manakish and perfectly spiced foul.”
Freshly baked bread Net +1

“I loved the small detail of complimentary olives presented at the table, and the croutons that came with our soup. the freshly baked bread too, chefs kiss! 😙🤌”
Grilled chicken Net +1

“The Grilled chicken never fails to impress.”
Grilled lamb chops Net +1

“Grilled lamb chops are also juicy and yummy.”
Grilled mutton chops Net +1

“The grilled mutton chops are an absolute must-try – cooked to perfection with rich flavor in every bite.”
In-house made ice cream Net +1

“It was a nice brunch ended with cheese kunafa and tasty in-house made ice cream.”
Kabab khoush khash Net +1

“We also tried the Kabab Khoush Khash, and it was equally delightful, especially with its delicious tomato base.”
Kibbeh nayeh Net +1

“I love kibbeh nayeh.”
Labneh Net +1

“Their breakfast tray is packed with a variety of flavorful dishes—from creamy labneh and fresh vegetables to warm manakish and perfectly spiced foul.”
Lamb chops Net +1

“Hallab cocktail , mushroom soup, arayes, cheese Manakish, lamb chops are legendary must visit place.”
Lebanese kebab platter Net +1

“The Lebanese Kebab platter and falafel platter was too delicious, the quantity was filling as well.”
Manakish Net +1

“Their breakfast tray is packed with a variety of flavorful dishes—from creamy labneh and fresh vegetables to warm manakish and perfectly spiced foul.”
Mix grill Net +1

“One of the best authentic Lebanese restaurants ever. Of course the best on the menu are the mix grill and raw meat. Dessert is on another level too. Moroccan tea is very nice as well ❤️‍🔥”
Mixed grills Net +1

“Their mezza and mixed grills stand out, offering authentic Lebanese flavors that are both satisfying and memorable. The mezza dishes are vibrant and perfectly seasoned, while the mixed grills are juicy and grilled to perfection.”
Mixed kebab platter Net +1

“The mixed kebab platter was perfectly grilled, tender, and full of authentic Lebanese flavors.”
Mushroom cream soup Net +1

“as for western dishes, I quite enjoyed their mushroom cream soup and freshly squeezed orange juice! 💗”
Mushroom soup Net +1

“Hallab cocktail , mushroom soup, arayes, cheese Manakish, lamb chops are legendary must visit place.”
Noga Net +1

“The desserts there are amazing, we tried Kunafa and Noga.”
Vine leaves Net +1

“The vine leaves are not as sour as expected but they were nice.”

Drinks 3

Fresh orange juice Net +2

“The fresh orange juice was refreshing and perfectly balanced – simple, yet done right.”
Moroccan tea Net +2

“The sweet dessert was delicious, also, as well for the Moroccan tea, served with a lot of professionalism.”
Hallab cocktail Net +1

“Hallab cocktail , mushroom soup, arayes, cheese Manakish, lamb chops are legendary must visit place.”

What to Avoid (8)

Food 8

Shawarma Net −1

“I was really looking forward to this shawarma, but it was a huge disappointment. The chicken was dry and tasted like it had been sitting out for hours. The seasoning was bland, and instead of the juicy, flavorful bite I expected, it felt chewy and greasy at the same time. On top of that, the sauce was watery and barely had any flavor, so the whole thing was just a mess. Definitely not worth it.”
Al hallab chocolates Net −1

“- Warak dawali were quite basic; nothing that stood out - Also picked up Al Hallab chocolates and biscuits, used to be a long-time favourite; found them absurdly sweet this time and not very enjoyable”
Kibbeh Net −1

“We waited quite a long time for the kibbeh, which is a hot starter, but it only arrived after we had already finished our main dishes. When it finally arrived, it was still frozen inside, so we had to return it.”
Mixed grill platter Net −1

“Unfortunately, the experience was far below expectations. The mixed grill platter (AED 75) contained extremely small portions (only three very small skewers), which realistically equated to a single skewer. Additionally, the meat and kebab were served cold, with no French fries or garlic sauce included, and the overall presentation was unacceptable.”
Moutabbal Net −1

“Furthermore, the moutabbal (AED 28) was served in a very small portion, and the shawarma was also cold.”
Shish tawook Net −1

“- Hummus was lacking any real flavour; not what you'd expect here - Shish tawook was cooked well enough but had lost its identity; the marinade and seasoning felt like a shadow of what it used to be”
Tomato soup Net −1

“The tomato soup was okay, but during my previous visits it was much better.”
Warak dawali Net −1

“- Warak dawali were quite basic; nothing that stood out - Also picked up Al Hallab chocolates and biscuits, used to be a long-time favourite; found them absurdly sweet this time and not very enjoyable”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit off-peak. Try quieter hours if possible: several reviews describe long waits and tables being overlooked when the restaurant is busy.

Choose upstairs. For a calmer meal, ask about the upstairs dining area; reviews describe downstairs as busy while upstairs feels more relaxed.

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Practical details

18 Sheikh Rashid Rd

Al Garhoud, Dubai

04 282 3388

Mon	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Tue	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Wed	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Thu	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Fri	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Sat	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Sun	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM

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Common Concerns

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Slow service

Service can become inattentive or uncoordinated; one table repeatedly had to remind staff about drinks, water and the card machine.

Inconsistent food

Recent reviews describe cold shawarma and mixed grills, smaller portions, and a kibbeh that arrived frozen inside.

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The Bottom Line

Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets is a long-established Lebanese restaurant in Al Garhoud, combining a full dining room with a separate sweets counter. The most compelling orders are the mixed grill, Lebanese breakfast tray and kunafa; the restaurant also has a shisha section and separate smoking and non-smoking rooms. Food highlights are quite specific.

Reviewers praise juicy mixed grills, grilled lamb chops, smooth hummus, fresh fattoush and house-made bread. The breakfast tray brings together labneh, vegetables, manakish and foul, with the option to customise it. At the counter, ashta sweets, baklava and kunafa attract plenty of praise, although one recent customer reported a serious problem with pistachio shells in purchased sweets.

The setting works well for family meals and lively gatherings, but it can become crowded and noisy. Upstairs is described as more relaxed than the busy downstairs area, though access is by stairs and there is no lift. Service is a mixed point: many diners found staff warm and attentive, while others experienced long waits, missed requests and poorly timed dishes.

If you visit, allow extra time during busy periods and check that hot orders arrive properly. Reported value ranges from affordable and generous to slightly expensive; a mixed grill platter was listed at AED 75 and moutabbal at AED 28 in one review.