Lake views
The terrace overlooks the lake, giving breakfast, sunset meals and relaxed dinners a notably peaceful setting.
Alusia
Jumeirah
Alusia is a Levantine-Andalusian restaurant in Jumeirah, with a calm lake view and a menu that moves between Arabic comfort food and Spanish favourites. Come for dishes such as seafood paella, or settle in for breakfast with shakshuka and Spanish omelette.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
930 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast choice
Breakfast stands out for dishes including avocado toast, shakshuka, Turkish eggs and Spanish omelette.
Levantine flavours
Levantine favourites such as muhammara, fattoush, hummus and mixed grills receive specific praise for freshness and flavour.
Quiet atmosphere
Weekday dinners can be calm and relaxing, while the garden and terrace add outdoor seating around the lake.
Shisha options
Shisha is available in both charcoal and electronic versions, giving guests a choice of setup.
Pet friendly
Dogs are allowed in the outside area, and one guest says staff provided water for their puppy.
What to Eat at Alusia 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 Alusia, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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.
These items at Alusia got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 8
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Avocado toast Net +4
“I really enjoyed the avocado toast — the olive bread was something truly incredible.”
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“I really enjoyed the avocado toast — the olive bread was something truly incredible.”April 2025
“The avocado toast was packed with flavor, and the omelette was perfectly cooked.”February 2025
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Lamb kebab Net +3
“I particularly enjoyed the lamb kebab, which was beyond delicious and definitely a must-try!”
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“I particularly enjoyed the lamb kebab, which was beyond delicious and definitely a must-try!”April 2025
“The lamb kebab was juicy, tender, grilled just right with veggies. So good we even got the beef kebab as takeaway on our way out 🤣”June 2025
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Paella Net +3
“We tried the paella and it was beyond delicious — definitely a must-try!”
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“We tried the paella and it was beyond delicious — definitely a must-try!”April 2025
“I had dinner at Alusia and honestly, it was the most delicious paella I’ve ever tried. So rich in flavor, perfectly cooked rice, and the seafood was super fresh.”April 2025
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Spanish omelette Net +3
“Spanish omelette had a bit too much potatoes than I prefer but all else is good.”
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“Spanish omelette had a bit too much potatoes than I prefer but all else is good.”January 2026
“Her recommendations for the signature dishes were spot-on; the Spanish omelette is absolutely out of this world.”January 2025
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Churros Net +2
“I also tried their Spanish latte and a piece of churros — everything was spot on.”
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“I also tried their Spanish latte and a piece of churros — everything was spot on.”April 2025
“My husband and I had an amazing experience at Alusia! The Croquettes were crispy and flavorful, the lamb kebab and chicken skewer were amazing, and the churros were a delightful treat to end the meal. The fresh juices were refreshing, and the service was excellent. Highly recommend!”December 2024
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Fattoush Net +2
“We tried the muhammara with walnut and pistachio (perfectly creamy and rich), crispy croquettes, a vibrant fattoush salad full of pomegranate, and a juicy mixed grill platter. Every dish felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared.”
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“We tried the muhammara with walnut and pistachio (perfectly creamy and rich), crispy croquettes, a vibrant fattoush salad full of pomegranate, and a juicy mixed grill platter. Every dish felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared.”April 2025
“From the first few bites — fattoush, hummus, and those crispy chicken croquettes — I was already impressed.”June 2025
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Juicy mixed grill platter Net +2
“Chicken croquets and mix grills were served at perfect temperature and delicious.”
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“Chicken croquets and mix grills were served at perfect temperature and delicious.”April 2025
“We tried the muhammara with walnut and pistachio (perfectly creamy and rich), crispy croquettes, a vibrant fattoush salad full of pomegranate, and a juicy mixed grill platter. Every dish felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared.”April 2025
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Rich turkish eggs Net +2
“The food was amazing—loved the rich Turkish eggs and the fluffy Spanish omelette.”
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“The food was amazing—loved the rich Turkish eggs and the fluffy Spanish omelette.”February 2025
“The food, especially the Turkish eggs dish, was delicious and the portions were very filling.”January 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Beef kebab Net +1
“The lamb kebab was juicy, tender, grilled just right with veggies. So good we even got the beef kebab as takeaway on our way out 🤣”
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“The lamb kebab was juicy, tender, grilled just right with veggies. So good we even got the beef kebab as takeaway on our way out 🤣”June 2025
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Cheesecake Net +1
“With a cup of aromatic coffee I recommend cheesecake.”
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“With a cup of aromatic coffee I recommend cheesecake.”April 2025
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Chicken croquets Net +1
“Chicken croquets and mix grills were served at perfect temperature and delicious.”
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“Chicken croquets and mix grills were served at perfect temperature and delicious.”April 2025
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Crispy chicken croquettes Net +1
“From the first few bites — fattoush, hummus, and those crispy chicken croquettes — I was already impressed.”
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“From the first few bites — fattoush, hummus, and those crispy chicken croquettes — I was already impressed.”June 2025
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Croquettes Net +1
“My husband and I had an amazing experience at Alusia! The Croquettes were crispy and flavorful, the lamb kebab and chicken skewer were amazing, and the churros were a delightful treat to end the meal. The fresh juices were refreshing, and the service was excellent. Highly recommend!”
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“My husband and I had an amazing experience at Alusia! The Croquettes were crispy and flavorful, the lamb kebab and chicken skewer were amazing, and the churros were a delightful treat to end the meal. The fresh juices were refreshing, and the service was excellent. Highly recommend!”December 2024
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Fatayer Net +1
“We came at Alusia a few times already, it's always so so good and satisfying that makes us want to come again. The grilled meat is perfectly cooked every time and well seasoned, the hummus, the fatayer, the disps.”
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“We came at Alusia a few times already, it's always so so good and satisfying that makes us want to come again. The grilled meat is perfectly cooked every time and well seasoned, the hummus, the fatayer, the disps.”May 2026
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Gambas Net +1
“John made our dinner truly special: he suggested the gambas and they were absolutely amazing.”
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“John made our dinner truly special: he suggested the gambas and they were absolutely amazing.”February 2026
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Lamb chop Net +1
“From the complemntary appetizer to dessert it was really great. This restaurant exceeded my expectation and family really enjoyed the food specially my daughter which she really like the lamb chop.”
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“From the complemntary appetizer to dessert it was really great. This restaurant exceeded my expectation and family really enjoyed the food specially my daughter which she really like the lamb chop.”June 2024
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Muhammara with walnut and pistachio Net +1
“We tried the muhammara with walnut and pistachio (perfectly creamy and rich), crispy croquettes, a vibrant fattoush salad full of pomegranate, and a juicy mixed grill platter. Every dish felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared.”
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“We tried the muhammara with walnut and pistachio (perfectly creamy and rich), crispy croquettes, a vibrant fattoush salad full of pomegranate, and a juicy mixed grill platter. Every dish felt fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared.”April 2025
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Paella (red-seafood) Net +1
“The most highlighted for me was the paella (red-seafood), it was really delicious, well cooked rice (bomba), the aroma of saffron on it and it was perfect for me.”
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“The most highlighted for me was the paella (red-seafood), it was really delicious, well cooked rice (bomba), the aroma of saffron on it and it was perfect for me.”June 2024
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Paella party Net +1
“We had dinner at Alusia Dubai tonight and tried the Paella Party, which included delicious paella and refreshing sangria. It was absolutely fantastic!”
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“We had dinner at Alusia Dubai tonight and tried the Paella Party, which included delicious paella and refreshing sangria. It was absolutely fantastic!”March 2025
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Potato harra Net +1
“I recommend trying potato harra and chicken croquettes, it is very tasty.”
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“I recommend trying potato harra and chicken croquettes, it is very tasty.”April 2025
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Seafood paella Net +1
“Alusia offers a charming ambience, perfect for a relaxed yet elegant dining experience. Their food is consistently delicious, with Paella Night being a standout, especially the rich and flavorful seafood paella. Whether you’re here for a casual evening or a special occasion, Alusia delivers on both taste and atmosphere 🤩”
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“Alusia offers a charming ambience, perfect for a relaxed yet elegant dining experience. Their food is consistently delicious, with Paella Night being a standout, especially the rich and flavorful seafood paella. Whether you’re here for a casual evening or a special occasion, Alusia delivers on both taste and atmosphere 🤩”March 2025
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Shakshuka Net +1
“I had the avocado toast and shakshuka at Alusia Dubai, and both were absolutely delicious! The avocado toast was fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the shakshuka was rich, flavorful, and comforting.”
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“I had the avocado toast and shakshuka at Alusia Dubai, and both were absolutely delicious! The avocado toast was fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the shakshuka was rich, flavorful, and comforting.”April 2025
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Signature seafood platter Net +1
“Highlights include their signature seafood platter and indulgent desserts, both of which are an absolute treat.”
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“Highlights include their signature seafood platter and indulgent desserts, both of which are an absolute treat.”January 2025
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Wagyu beef cubes Net +1
“We really enjoyed the wagyu beef cubes — they were tender and flavorful.”
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“We really enjoyed the wagyu beef cubes — they were tender and flavorful.”February 2026
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Sangria Net +2
“The sangria was just as good, fruity, smooth, and really refreshing.”
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“The sangria was just as good, fruity, smooth, and really refreshing.”April 2025
“We had dinner at Alusia Dubai tonight and tried the Paella Party, which included delicious paella and refreshing sangria. It was absolutely fantastic!”March 2025
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Spanish latte Net +2
“The mango smoothie juice was refreshingly sweet, and the Spanish latte was smooth and satisfying.”
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“The mango smoothie juice was refreshingly sweet, and the Spanish latte was smooth and satisfying.”April 2025
“I also tried their Spanish latte and a piece of churros — everything was spot on.”April 2025
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Mango smoothie juice Net +1
“The mango smoothie juice was refreshingly sweet, and the Spanish latte was smooth and satisfying.”
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“The mango smoothie juice was refreshingly sweet, and the Spanish latte was smooth and satisfying.”April 2025
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Non alcoholic sangria Net +1
“I have tried non alcoholic Sangria which tastes very good.”
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“I have tried non alcoholic Sangria which tastes very good.”April 2025
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Orange juice Net +1
“Orange juice is natural and so tasty as well.”
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“Orange juice is natural and so tasty as well.”November 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Validate parking. Ask about validation at the restaurant; one review reports two hours of free parking after validation.
Try paella. For a Spanish-leaning dinner, order the seafood paella; reviews highlight its rich flavour and fresh seafood.
Choose weekdays. For a quieter meal, consider a weekday dinner, when one review describes the atmosphere as calm and relaxing.
Use outdoors. If bringing a dog, request an outside table; dogs are allowed in the outdoor area.
Save room. Dessert is worth planning for: one guest singled out the freshly cooked kunafa after stopping in for coffee.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Pavillion
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Islands, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Potato-heavy omelette
One diner found the Spanish omelette had more potatoes than preferred.
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The Bottom Line
Alusia is a Levantine-Andalusian restaurant in Jumeirah where the lake-facing setting is as much part of the experience as the food. You can come for breakfast, a relaxed lunch or dinner, with the menu moving between Arabic favourites and Spanish dishes. Seafood paella, fattoush, Spanish omelette and freshly cooked kunafa are among the most clearly mentioned choices.
Breakfast is a strong reason to visit. Reviews highlight avocado toast, shakshuka and Turkish eggs, along with Spanish omelette, fresh juices, smoothies and coffee. At dinner, the paella earns especially specific praise for its rich flavour, fresh seafood and well-cooked rice; mixed grills, lamb kebab and chicken croquettes also recur in positive reviews.
The terrace and garden suit slow meals, sunset views and quieter weekday dinners. Shisha is available in charcoal and electronic versions, and dogs are allowed outside. The setting can also work for a date, family meal or special occasion without feeling rushed.
Parking is convenient, but check the current validation terms before you go: one review mentions two hours free after validation, while another reports three hours free when spending more than AED 100. One diner also found the Spanish omelette more potato-heavy than preferred.