Al Ustad Special Kebab

Name: Al Ustad Special Kebab
Address: Metro Station - Al Mussallah Rd - near Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143971933

Bur Dubai

Persian restaurant Closed 04 397 1933

Al Ustad Special Kebab is a long-running Persian restaurant in Bur Dubai, known for grilled kebabs, mixed platters and saffron rice. Its photo-covered, old-school dining room and family seating give the meal a distinctly local character.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

13,124 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Tender kebabs

Kebabs are repeatedly described as fresh, juicy, tender and well grilled, especially in mixed platters.

Warm hospitality

The owner is often present, greeting guests and checking on their meals, while staff are described as friendly and attentive.

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What to Eat at Al Ustad Special Kebab

These items at Al Ustad Special Kebab got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Hummus Net +3

“Hummus was amazing.”
Saffron rice Net +2

“The saffron rice was perfectly cooked, and the fresh bread and yogurt complemented the meal beautifully.”

Honorable mentions (33)

Baklava Net +1

“Also ordered the baklava which was not that sweet and ate it with my tea at home.”
Bbq chicken Net +1

“I loved the bbq chicken and yoghurt chicken the best.”
Chicken soup Net +1

“I tried the grill platter with saffron rice and chicken soup, everything was delicious and fresh.”
Crispy tahdig Net +1

“One of my favorite parts of the meal was the crispy tahdig—golden, crunchy, and absolutely delicious.”
Dates with the tahini sauce Net +1

“The dates with the tahini sauce is sooooo yummy and the hummus was the best I ever had.”
Falafel Net +1

“Falafel - 3.5/5”
French fries Net +1

“French fries was really tasty.”
Grill platter Net +1

“I tried the grill platter with saffron rice and chicken soup, everything was delicious and fresh.”
Joji kebab Net +1

“Joji kebab was good too, but it needed more saffron.”
Joujeh kabab Net +1

“The joujeh kabab was tender and a huge hit with our kids.”
Kabab koobideh Net +1

“The kabab koobideh was packed with flavour.”
Kebab platter Net +1

“I ordered their kebab platter, a mix of chicken and beef, and it was beautifully done — generous portions, perfectly grilled, and served hot and fresh.”
Kobeda kebabs Net +1

“One of the best Kobeda Kebabs I’ve ever had in my life!”
Koobideh Net +1

“Ordered the mix platter for 3 and juicy, well-marinated kebabs—especially the koobideh, which is rich, tender, and packed with flavor.”
Lamb kebab Net +1

“We ordered the lamb kebab, and the portion was surprisingly large for two people. The meat was delicious, and I really liked that the flavor and marinade varied from piece to piece—it made the meal more interesting. However, we didn’t enjoy the one served with yogurt; it was too sour for our taste.”
Lamb kebabs Net +1

“One type of lamb kebabs was 4/5, the chicken was 3/5.”
Lamb kobideh kebab Net +1

“I ordered their Lamb Kobideh Kebab, and honestly, it tasted like nothing I had tried before. It was absolutely amazing, and now I can truly understand why this place gets so much hype.”
Mix grilled platter Net +1

“We ordered their Mix Grilled Platter for 4 people and it was 10/10. The meat was fresh and flavourful. The rotis were chewy. A little pricey as compared to other kebab places but it is definitely worth a try.”
Mix platter Net +1

“Ordered the mix platter for 3 and juicy, well-marinated kebabs—especially the koobideh, which is rich, tender, and packed with flavor.”
Mixed grill for 2 Net +1

“This place is amazing! We ordered the Mixed Grill for 2 and it did not disappoint. When you combine the Kabab with bread and sides you get an amazing bite of food. Perfect amount of food, very quick delivered to the table hot and fresh.”
Mixed grills Net +1

“If you are looking for one of the best mixed grills in dubai, then look no further. This authentic Persian Restaurant serves incredibly tasty food, I highly recommend the mixed grill which has unique flavours on each different kebab.”
Mixed kebab Net +1

“The mixed kebab are amazing!”
Mixed kebab meal for 1 Net +1

“I enjoyed the mixed kebab meal for 1 and also ordered more of the other kebabs. All of them had unique flavours and were fresh and juicy.”
Mixed platter Net +1

“We ordered a mixed platter, and the kebabs were incredible.”
Platter for 2 Net +1

“Food was amazing and tasty. We ordered platter for 2 which was about D105 or £22. Generous portion comes variety of kebabs. Place was extremely busy but workers worked tirelessly to serve all customers on time. Your meal is served with yoghurt sauce, two pieces of flat bread and freshly cut salad. It was unique but tasty experience.”
Rice with lamb shank Net +1

“I was eyeing the rice with lamb shank and we also ordered mutton with barbecued chicken and yoghurt. The rice has a nice texture, flavored that it is a meal by itself. The lamb is cooked just nice, tender that requires no effort to separate the meat from the bone (totally).”
Salad shirazi Net +1

“We also added a side of the salad shirazi, which was nice and fresh and the garlic sauce is an absolute must-get – it takes everything to the next level!”
Sultani kebab Net +1

“The sultani kebab or steak tastes good, but most people come because it is just a famous place.”
Sultani laham Net +1

“Sultani Laham was top-notch.”
Tahdigh with ghormeh & gheymeh Net +1

“Try tahdigh with ghormeh & gheymeh ⭐️”
Tikka kebab Net +1

“My advice is that the best thing is just the tikka kebab. Other than that, for me, it is average and less than average.”
Ustad special kebab mix for 1 person Net +1

“Ustad special kebab mix for 1 person - 3.5/5 A good representation of their kebabs though one of them was a little sour due to curd marination. Came with salad, cucumber yoghurt & roti.”
Yoghurt chicken Net +1

“I loved the bbq chicken and yoghurt chicken the best.”

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Tea Net +2

“That said, the food itself was tasty, the tea was excellent, and the restaurant decor—with its many photos—was charming and unique.”
Iranian tea Net +1

“Beyond the incredible food, winding down with their Iranian tea was the perfect highlight. It’s easily the best Iranian tea around.”
Mint tea Net +1

“One thing I truly appreciated was the mint tea — simple yet incredibly refreshing, and the perfect way to round off the meal.”

What to Avoid (3)

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Goat kebabs Net −1

“The goat kebabs had too much yoghurt and vinegar - like it ruined the meat and made it so sour.”
Jell-o kebab Net −1

“The Jell-O Kebab is not good at all.”
Kabab khas Net −1

“KABAB KHAS was the one we didn’t like.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Go daytime. For a calmer meal, consider daytime: one visitor found it pleasantly less crowded than evening service.

Use Metro. If parking is difficult, Al Fahidi Metro Station is about a 10-minute walk away.

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Practical details

Metro Station - Al Mussallah Rd - near Al Fahidi

Al Hamriya, Dubai

04 397 1933

Mon	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Tue	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wed	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Thu	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Fri	5:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Difficult parking

Street parking can be hard to find, particularly when the area is crowded or on weekends.

Sour marinades

Some yogurt- or vinegar-marinated kebabs were too sour for diners who prefer the meat’s flavour to stand out.

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The Bottom Line

Al Ustad Special Kebab is a long-established Persian restaurant in Bur Dubai where the main draw is grilled meat. You can order a mixed grill, Kebab Khaas, Lamb Kobideh or Sultani Laham, usually with rice, bread, salad and yogurt. The restaurant suits diners who want a substantial kebab meal rather than an extensive menu.

The setting is part of the appeal: walls are covered with photographs of celebrities and other visitors, while some tables display international currency under the glass. The atmosphere feels old-school and lively, with a separate family section. Owners and staff are often described as welcoming, and service can stay quick even when the room is busy.

Food feedback is not entirely uniform. Many reviews praise juicy, tender meat, generous portions, tahdig and fresh bread, while others found the rice dry, the meat tough or some marinades overly sour from vinegar or yogurt. One diner also reported a cockroach and later stomach upset, so expectations on consistency should be realistic.

Parking is a recurring headache, especially at busy times. Consider visiting during the day or walking roughly 10 minutes from Al Fahidi Metro Station. A mixed platter can be good for sharing, and Sultani Laham with sumac is one specific combination worth considering.