Levantine Food
Reviews praise authentic Levantine, Lebanese and Arabic dishes, with particularly generous portions.
Amanos Restaurant & Cafe
Jumeirah
Amanos is a spacious Mediterranean and Levantine restaurant in Jumeirah with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews point to its Turkish breakfast and broad shisha selection as standout reasons to visit, while live music and sports screenings add an evening social atmosphere.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
3,419 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Turkish Breakfast
The Turkish breakfast is repeatedly described as fresh, varied and large enough to share.
Shisha Variety
The shisha menu includes many flavours, and reviewers describe the preparation as smooth and fresh.
Spacious Seating
There are several indoor areas plus an outdoor section, with comfortable seating for groups and families.
Live Atmosphere
Live music, singers and televised football create a livelier evening setting than a quiet restaurant meal.
Fresh Manaesh
The zaatar manaesh received especially strong praise for being fresh and full of flavour.
Family Facilities
One review mentions a family room and kids’ play area alongside the large seating layout.
What to Eat at Amanos Restaurant & Cafe 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 Amanos Restaurant & Cafe, 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 Amanos Restaurant & Cafe, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 2
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Turkish breakfast platter Net +10
“1 Turkish breakfast platter is good for two people. Very yummy!”
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Review excerpts
“1 Turkish breakfast platter is good for two people. Very yummy!”January 2025
“A wonderful breakfast experience! The food was fresh and flavorful, with plenty of options to choose from. The staff were attentive, and the cozy ambiance made it even better. Don’t miss the Turkish set breakfast 🤍Highly recommend!”January 2025
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Tabouleh salads Net +2
“my favorite salad tabboula.”
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Review excerpts
“my favorite salad tabboula.”December 2024
“The food was delicious. I truly enjoyed the soup, the fatoush and the tabouleh salads.”February 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Arabic breakfast tray Net +1
“Their Arabic breakfast tray is a highlight, featuring a delightful assortment of authentic dishes that perfectly capture traditional flavors.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Their Arabic breakfast tray is a highlight, featuring a delightful assortment of authentic dishes that perfectly capture traditional flavors.”November 2024
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Beef in laban Net +1
“First time I tried biriyani Syrian and beef in Laban, it’s nice and delicious as well!”
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Review excerpts
“First time I tried biriyani Syrian and beef in Laban, it’s nice and delicious as well!”February 2025
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Biriyani syrian Net +1
“First time I tried biriyani Syrian and beef in Laban, it’s nice and delicious as well!”
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Review excerpts
“First time I tried biriyani Syrian and beef in Laban, it’s nice and delicious as well!”February 2025
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Fatoush Net +1
“The food was delicious. I truly enjoyed the soup, the fatoush and the tabouleh salads.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was delicious. I truly enjoyed the soup, the fatoush and the tabouleh salads.”February 2025
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Fool Net +1
“I wanted to highlight the quality and taste of the food, especially their Lebanese and Arabic specialties, including fool & hummus style for breakfast which are both flavorful and authentic.”
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“I wanted to highlight the quality and taste of the food, especially their Lebanese and Arabic specialties, including fool & hummus style for breakfast which are both flavorful and authentic.”November 2024
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Hummus style Net +1
“I wanted to highlight the quality and taste of the food, especially their Lebanese and Arabic specialties, including fool & hummus style for breakfast which are both flavorful and authentic.”
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Review excerpts
“I wanted to highlight the quality and taste of the food, especially their Lebanese and Arabic specialties, including fool & hummus style for breakfast which are both flavorful and authentic.”November 2024
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Kousa Net +1
“It was the best kousa I ever had.”
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Review excerpts
“It was the best kousa I ever had.”February 2025
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Mixed platter Net +1
“We also got their Mixed Platter which was really tasty as well.”
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“We also got their Mixed Platter which was really tasty as well.”August 2024
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Open buffet Net +1
“They have open buffet friday and Saturday at AED 99 only. Chefs are very keen that buffet display and set up is perfect and up to guests expectation.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They have open buffet friday and Saturday at AED 99 only. Chefs are very keen that buffet display and set up is perfect and up to guests expectation.”July 2022
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Pesto hummus Net +1
“Their Pesto Hummus is also something you won’t find commonly in Dubai.”
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Review excerpts
“Their Pesto Hummus is also something you won’t find commonly in Dubai.”August 2024
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Pizza Net +1
“The pizza was better than expected and shisha pretty solid.”
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“The pizza was better than expected and shisha pretty solid.”June 2024
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San sebastian cheese cake Net +1
“We ordered just 2 dishes but they were really worth it and the best part was the San Sebastian Cheese cake. It had been a long time since I had a very good desert.”
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Review excerpts
“We ordered just 2 dishes but they were really worth it and the best part was the San Sebastian Cheese cake. It had been a long time since I had a very good desert.”May 2023
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Scrambled eggs with sucuk Net +1
“The scrambled eggs with sucuk (Turkish sausage) were perfectly seasoned, adding a hearty touch to the meal.”
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Review excerpts
“The scrambled eggs with sucuk (Turkish sausage) were perfectly seasoned, adding a hearty touch to the meal.”January 2025
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Truffle pasta Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the truffle pasta—it was rich and delicious.”
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“I particularly enjoyed the truffle pasta—it was rich and delicious.”October 2024
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Zaatar manaesh Net +1
“However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste!”
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Review excerpts
“However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste!”September 2025
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Chocolate cake Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The dessert we chose was a chocolate cake it was OK at best but lots on the menu to explore”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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Turkish tea Net +1
“I also loved sipping on Turkish tea, which was served in traditional glass cups, enhancing the authenticity of the experience.”
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Review excerpts
“I also loved sipping on Turkish tea, which was served in traditional glass cups, enhancing the authenticity of the experience.”January 2025
What to Avoid (4)
Food 4
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Falafel Net −1
“The falafel was so cold and hard”
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Critical review excerpts
“The falafel was so cold and hard”November 2022
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Hummus Net −1
“We went to Amanos mainly for shisha, and the atmosphere was really nice. After a while we got hungry and decided to order some food: Zaatar Manaesh, French fries, Trileçe, and Hummus.The hummus was honestly disappointing it was hard and lacked flavor and even the trileçe. However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste! The fries and dessert were also good, but the real highlight was definitely the Manaesh.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We went to Amanos mainly for shisha, and the atmosphere was really nice. After a while we got hungry and decided to order some food: Zaatar Manaesh, French fries, Trileçe, and Hummus.The hummus was honestly disappointing it was hard and lacked flavor and even the trileçe. However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste! The fries and dessert were also good, but the real highlight was definitely the Manaesh.”September 2025
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Stuffed grape leaves (yabrak) Net −1
“To make matters worse, I found a hair inside the stuffed grape leaves (yabrak), which is completely unacceptable and raises serious concerns about hygiene and food handling standards.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“To make matters worse, I found a hair inside the stuffed grape leaves (yabrak), which is completely unacceptable and raises serious concerns about hygiene and food handling standards.”July 2026
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Trileçe Net −1
“We went to Amanos mainly for shisha, and the atmosphere was really nice. After a while we got hungry and decided to order some food: Zaatar Manaesh, French fries, Trileçe, and Hummus.The hummus was honestly disappointing it was hard and lacked flavor and even the trileçe. However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste! The fries and dessert were also good, but the real highlight was definitely the Manaesh.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We went to Amanos mainly for shisha, and the atmosphere was really nice. After a while we got hungry and decided to order some food: Zaatar Manaesh, French fries, Trileçe, and Hummus.The hummus was honestly disappointing it was hard and lacked flavor and even the trileçe. However, the Zaatar Manaesh was the best I’ve had in Dubai, absolutely fresh and full of taste! The fries and dessert were also good, but the real highlight was definitely the Manaesh.”September 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Breakfast. Consider the Turkish breakfast for two; one platter was reported to serve two people comfortably.
Try Manaesh. If ordering shisha, pair it with the highly praised zaatar manaesh and black tea.
Book Carefully. Confirm table placement and any event-related charges before arriving, especially for live music nights.
Plan Parking. Parking was said to become busier at night, so consider arriving earlier or checking valet availability.
Check Buffet Days. For the buffet, verify the Friday or Saturday schedule and current pricing before visiting.
Expect Delays. Allow extra time during busy evenings or live events, as reviewers report forgotten orders and slow service.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeirah Street - D94
Jumeirah - Jumeira Third, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews mention delays, including one forgotten order that took about 30 minutes to revisit.
Booking Issues
Table allocation and reservation terms were criticised, including a front-table dispute during a music event.
Maintenance
A reviewer felt the furniture needed deep renovation and that air circulation required attention.
Food Inconsistency
Although many dishes are praised, one brunch reviewer found the food cold and the falafel hard.
Hygiene Concern
One recent reviewer reported finding a hair inside the stuffed grape leaves and felt the response was unprofessional.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 99
open buffet
“They have open buffet friday and Saturday at AED 99 only”Google review · July 2022
25 dirhams
bottle of water
“Though it is a brunch but they charge you 25 dirhams for a bottle of water that is hardly filling 2 glasses !!!!! That was a huge disappointment”Google review · November 2022
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The Bottom Line
Amanos is a large Mediterranean and Levantine restaurant in Jumeirah where people come for Arabic and Turkish breakfasts, generous lunch portions, shisha and evening entertainment. The Turkish breakfast is a recurring favourite, with fresh cheeses, olives, honeycomb, jam, bread and eggs with sucuk; one reviewer says a platter serves two. The zaatar manaesh is another standout, especially with black tea.
The venue has multiple indoor areas, an outdoor terrace and comfortable sofas, with some reviews mentioning a family room and kids’ play area. Shisha is available in a wide range of flavours, while live music, singers and football screenings make the atmosphere more social at night. Friday and Saturday buffet service was reported at AED 99, though current prices should be checked.
Service is not completely consistent. Some guests describe attentive, fast staff, while others report forgotten orders, long waits and difficult table discussions around music events. A recent review also raised a serious hygiene concern after finding a hair in yabrak.
Furniture and air circulation have drawn criticism too. Parking is available, valet has been reported, and the front area may be busier in the evening, so booking and arrival timing are worth confirming before you go.