Lebanese Food
Reviews highlight generous mezze, kibbeh, hummus and Lebanese dishes, including chicken liver with pomegranate molasses.
Alfeniq Restaurant & Café
Barsha Heights
Alfeniq Restaurant & Café is a Lebanese restaurant in Barsha Heights known in reviews for generous mezze and grills, including mixed grill and chicken fajita. It also works as a relaxed café-style evening stop, with shisha, fresh juices, indoor and outdoor seating, and separate smoking and non-smoking areas.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
484 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mixed Grill
The mixed grill is repeatedly described as juicy, well cooked and substantial.
Shisha
Shisha is described as long-lasting, with staff who maintain it and advise on flavour combinations.
Fresh Juices
Fresh juices are a dependable non-food option, with avocado specifically recommended by one regular.
Outdoor Seating
The outdoor area is popular in cooler weather, while the indoor space includes smoking and non-smoking areas.
Large Portions
Several diners found the portions generous enough to share or pack leftovers.
Delivery Quality
A frequent customer reports consistent food quality, careful packaging and efficient delivery.
Weekday Lunch
A weekday lunch deal is specifically mentioned, along with well-liked starters and sides.
What to Eat at Alfeniq Restaurant & Café How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Alfeniq Restaurant & Café, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Alfeniq Restaurant & Café, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Mixed grill platter Net +3
“We had a cold mezze, mixed grill platter, some Arabic salads Etc. every single item was perfectly cooked and delicious.”
Positive 3Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had a cold mezze, mixed grill platter, some Arabic salads Etc. every single item was perfectly cooked and delicious.”March 2022
“We ordered mix grill , good and juicy”August 2022
Honorable mentions (20)
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Batata hara Net +1
“Batata hara is a must but came a little oily just a little”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Batata hara is a must but came a little oily just a little”August 2022
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Beetroot hummus Net +1
“I had the beetroot hummus and the special al feniq saj (shanklish & cheese) and they were both delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I had the beetroot hummus and the special al feniq saj (shanklish & cheese) and they were both delicious.”February 2021
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Cheese rolls Net +1
“the cheese rolls were also food.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“the cheese rolls were also food.”May 2021
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Chicken grill Net +1
“One of my favorite Arabic restaurants in dubai Chicken grill, chicken fajita and pasta are few of most tasty dishes.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“One of my favorite Arabic restaurants in dubai Chicken grill, chicken fajita and pasta are few of most tasty dishes.”April 2023
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Chicken kebab Net +1
“Chicken Kebab was terrific!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Chicken Kebab was terrific!”September 2021
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Chicken liver with pomegranate molasses Net +1
“We had several hot and cold mezzes, the portions you get are incredible, everything is super tasty, the chicken liver with pomegranate molasses is out of this world.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had several hot and cold mezzes, the portions you get are incredible, everything is super tasty, the chicken liver with pomegranate molasses is out of this world.”April 2022
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Fajitas Net +1
“Their Fajitas is also is so delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Their Fajitas is also is so delicious.”March 2023
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Falafel sandwich Net +1
“I ordered the falafel sandwich and for some unknown reason, curly fries. The sandwich had some of the best falafel I’ve ever had.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I ordered the falafel sandwich and for some unknown reason, curly fries. The sandwich had some of the best falafel I’ve ever had.”December 2020
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Fattoush Net +1
“fattoush was good and falafel were ok.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“fattoush was good and falafel were ok.”May 2021
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Hummus Net +1
“We loved hummus and desert - knefe”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We loved hummus and desert - knefe”February 2022
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Hummus beirut Net +1
“we tried hummus Beirut whch was exceptional.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“we tried hummus Beirut whch was exceptional.”May 2021
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Hummus chicken shawarma platter Net +1
“Ordered the Hummus Chicken Shawarma Platter priced at 28aed twice as it’s my new fav and it’s one of the best hummus I have had in Dubai.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Ordered the Hummus Chicken Shawarma Platter priced at 28aed twice as it’s my new fav and it’s one of the best hummus I have had in Dubai.”April 2021
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Hummus with meat Net +1
“there hummus with meat was very good”
Positive 1Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“there hummus with meat was very good”November 2019
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Knefe Net +1
“We loved hummus and desert - knefe”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We loved hummus and desert - knefe”February 2022
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Kubba Net +1
“Kubba is veryyyy good , olso warq enab”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Kubba is veryyyy good , olso warq enab”August 2022
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Sheesh tawuq wraps Net +1
“Loved their sheesh tawuq wraps - order from noon with discounts.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Loved their sheesh tawuq wraps - order from noon with discounts.”May 2023
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Taboula salad Net +1
“The meat is well - done and the Taboula salad is perfectly made.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The meat is well - done and the Taboula salad is perfectly made.”March 2023
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Warq enab Net +1
“Kubba is veryyyy good , olso warq enab”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Kubba is veryyyy good , olso warq enab”August 2022
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Kibbeh Net 0
Mixed feedback
“The kibbeh is excellent and the sauces they provide are like wow.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“The kibbeh is excellent and the sauces they provide are like wow.”April 2022
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Steak Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“the steak i had was well done”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 4
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Fresh juice Net +1
“We ordered the alfeniq mix grill and fresh juice. You can enjoy the shisha here . The staff is friendly and so generous. Our attendant was Ralph and Jonathan and their service added up to our experience here. We had a great evening! I hope you enjoy yours too !”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We ordered the alfeniq mix grill and fresh juice. You can enjoy the shisha here . The staff is friendly and so generous. Our attendant was Ralph and Jonathan and their service added up to our experience here. We had a great evening! I hope you enjoy yours too !”December 2020
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Iced lemon tea Net +1
“Also Iced Lemon Tea was amazingly good!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Also Iced Lemon Tea was amazingly good!”September 2021
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Lemonade with mint Net +1
“I’d highly recommend their lemonade with mint.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I’d highly recommend their lemonade with mint.”April 2022
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Moroccon tea Net +1
“Location good, moroccon tea good rest we try is ok”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Location good, moroccon tea good rest we try is ok”January 2022
What to Avoid (5)
Food 5
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1Kg mixed kebab Net −1
“I ordered a 1kg mixed kebab and the amount of meats was nearly the same as the regular mixed kebab (which is 3 times cheaper), the main difference was even more breads along with the main course.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered a 1kg mixed kebab and the amount of meats was nearly the same as the regular mixed kebab (which is 3 times cheaper), the main difference was even more breads along with the main course.”January 2022
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Chicken mskloube Net −1
“chicken mskloube it's very bad the chicken is smelly and eggplant is bitter taste ,not recommended at all”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“chicken mskloube it's very bad the chicken is smelly and eggplant is bitter taste ,not recommended at all”June 2023
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Gordonblue Net −1
“The taste is not that good. Very overpriced! One gordonblue is 50 Aed.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The taste is not that good. Very overpriced! One gordonblue is 50 Aed.”September 2021
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Lamb with oriental rice Net −1
“I ordered lamb with oriental rice and it turned out only rice with few meat slices!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered lamb with oriental rice and it turned out only rice with few meat slices!”September 2021
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Sambousek Net −1
“The kibbeh and sambousek tasted like they've been fried in old , overly used and recycled oil!!!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The kibbeh and sambousek tasted like they've been fried in old , overly used and recycled oil!!!”August 2021
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Portions. Consider ordering one main for two people first: one dinner review found the portion too large and packed leftovers.
Use The App. For delivery offers and points, a frequent customer recommends using Alfeniq’s own app rather than other apps.
Check Timing. Allow extra time for delivery rather than trusting the advertised app estimate.
Pick Your Area. If you want shisha, choose the smoking area; otherwise ask for the non-smoking section or sit outdoors.
Try Avocado. For a fresh juice, avocado was specifically recommended by a customer who had not tried the food.
Ask About Deals. Check the weekday lunch offer before ordering, especially if you want starters and sides with your main.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Two Towers Tecom - Altabee'a Street
Barsha Heights, Dubai
Common Concerns
Food Safety
One diner reported hair in the soup, an insect in the potatoes and salad that tasted like soap.
Slow Service
A recent review described slow service and an air conditioner that was barely working.
Inconsistent Dishes
The chicken makloubeh was criticised for smelly chicken and bitter eggplant.
Delivery Delays
One delivery customer said orders took double or more than the time advertised in ordering apps.
Meat Portions
A customer felt a 1kg mixed kebab contained nearly the same meat as the much cheaper regular mixed kebab.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
28aed
Hummus Chicken Shawarma Platter
“Ordered the Hummus Chicken Shawarma Platter priced at 28aed twice as it’s my new fav and it’s one of the best hummus I have had in Dubai”Google review · April 2021
20AED
Sandwich, drink and fries
“Sandwich, drink and fries for 20AED is a great deal”Google review · December 2020
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The Bottom Line
Alfeniq is a Lebanese restaurant and café in Barsha Heights where the main draw is a substantial Arabic meal rather than a quick snack. Reviews point to mixed grill, chicken fajita, hummus and cold mezze as reliable starting points, with kubba and chicken liver with pomegranate molasses receiving especially specific praise. Portions can be large enough to share or pack away.
It also functions as an evening shisha spot. Customers describe the shisha as long-lasting and say the staff look after it; fresh juices are another recurring mention, with avocado recommended by one reviewer. Seating includes indoor smoking and non-smoking areas plus an outdoor section, which is especially appealing in cooler winter weather.
Families are represented in the reviews too, with children enjoying the desserts. There are useful value angles: a weekday lunch deal, delivery-app offers and points, and reported prices of 49 dhs for shisha and 28aed for a hummus chicken shawarma platter. Parking feedback is mixed: some diners mention free valet or no parking issues, while a delivery reviewer says pickups can be difficult for delivery drivers.
Service and food quality are not perfectly consistent, so check your order and allow extra time for delivery.