Heritage setting
Traditional décor and a garden-like atmosphere create a calm sense of old Dubai around the archaeological site.
Arabian Tea House - Jumeirah Archaeological Site, Dubai
Jumeirah
Arabian Tea House is a relaxed Middle Eastern restaurant in Jumeirah serving Emirati-style meals, breakfast trays, local seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes, coffee and teas. Customers come for traditional food, a peaceful heritage setting and unhurried hospitality beside the archaeological site.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
7,675 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast trays
Breakfast trays are generous enough to share and arrive with fresh warm bread, with more brought when requested.
Quiet branch
The Jumeirah branch is described as calmer and more peaceful than the busy Al Fahidi location.
Fresh falafel
The Egyptian breakfast’s falafel was freshly made, crisp outside and soft inside.
Generous portions
Portions can be substantial: one table said its order was more than enough for three very hungry diners.
Tea selection
The tea menu includes a notably good black iced tea and signature blends worth exploring.
Outdoor dining
The outdoor area, with trees and shaded spots, suits a slower breakfast when the weather is comfortable.
What to Eat at Arabian Tea House - Jumeirah Archaeological Site, Dubai 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 Arabian Tea House - Jumeirah Archaeological Site, Dubai, 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.
These items at Arabian Tea House - Jumeirah Archaeological Site, Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Chebab (emirati pancakes) Net +2
“Woke up craving some Chebab. Was just perfect. Don’t know how people continue they lives without trying this Emirati pancakes with dates syrup and Kraft cheese! Loved every bit.”
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“Woke up craving some Chebab. Was just perfect. Don’t know how people continue they lives without trying this Emirati pancakes with dates syrup and Kraft cheese! Loved every bit.”December 2025
“I had breakfast at Arabian Tea House Restaurant and it was such a lovely experience. I ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, chebab (Emirati pancakes), and a freshly squeezed orange juice. The place is just as beautiful as any Arabian Tea House, but this branch feels much calmer and more peaceful compared to the one in Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood which is totally understandable given how busy that area can get. The food was equally excellent, full of authentic flavors, and the service was warm and attentive as always.”March 2026
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Egyptian breakfast tray Net +2
“Tip: go for breakfast and order one of their breakfast trays (the Egyptian one is my favorite)”
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“Tip: go for breakfast and order one of their breakfast trays (the Egyptian one is my favorite)”July 2026
“I had breakfast at Arabian Tea House Restaurant and it was such a lovely experience. I ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, chebab (Emirati pancakes), and a freshly squeezed orange juice. The place is just as beautiful as any Arabian Tea House, but this branch feels much calmer and more peaceful compared to the one in Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood which is totally understandable given how busy that area can get. The food was equally excellent, full of authentic flavors, and the service was warm and attentive as always.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (17)
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Arabic breakfast Net +1
“Rather than the Emirati breakfast, I would personally recommend the Arabic breakfast. Every dish was delicious and when eaten with recommended combinations it was even better!!”
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“Rather than the Emirati breakfast, I would personally recommend the Arabic breakfast. Every dish was delicious and when eaten with recommended combinations it was even better!!”June 2026
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Big breakfast tray Net +1
“We ordered the big breakfast tray (scrambled eggs, halloumi, olives, labneh, beetroot jam, tomato-cheese salad, zaatar, and more). It came with fresh, warm bread, and they brought more every time we asked.”
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“We ordered the big breakfast tray (scrambled eggs, halloumi, olives, labneh, beetroot jam, tomato-cheese salad, zaatar, and more). It came with fresh, warm bread, and they brought more every time we asked.”December 2025
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Cheese and egg Net +1
“We ordered the Emirati breakfast tray along with their must-try breads, specifically, cheese and egg, and wow… so much food and so much flavor. Everything felt so traditional.”
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“We ordered the Emirati breakfast tray along with their must-try breads, specifically, cheese and egg, and wow… so much food and so much flavor. Everything felt so traditional.”February 2026
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Chicken machboos Net +1
“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”
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“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”July 2026
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Date pudding Net +1
“Of course, you must try the karak chai; it's rich, fragrant, and the ideal companion for the date pudding.”
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“Of course, you must try the karak chai; it's rich, fragrant, and the ideal companion for the date pudding.”November 2025
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Egyptian breakfast Net +1
“We tried the Egyptian breakfast, which was delicious, flavorful, and beautifully presented.”
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“We tried the Egyptian breakfast, which was delicious, flavorful, and beautifully presented.”June 2026
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Emirati breakfast Net +1
“We visited Arabian Tea House in Jumeirah and tried the Emirati breakfast. Everything was tasty and delicious. The flavors were authentic, the presentation was beautiful, and the atmosphere was calm and relaxing. The staff were friendly ( specially: ornella ) and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Definitely a great place to enjoy traditional Emirati food. Highly recommended!”
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“We visited Arabian Tea House in Jumeirah and tried the Emirati breakfast. Everything was tasty and delicious. The flavors were authentic, the presentation was beautiful, and the atmosphere was calm and relaxing. The staff were friendly ( specially: ornella ) and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Definitely a great place to enjoy traditional Emirati food. Highly recommended!”March 2026
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Emirati breakfast tray Net +1
“We ordered the Emirati breakfast tray along with their must-try breads, specifically, cheese and egg, and wow… so much food and so much flavor. Everything felt so traditional.”
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“We ordered the Emirati breakfast tray along with their must-try breads, specifically, cheese and egg, and wow… so much food and so much flavor. Everything felt so traditional.”February 2026
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Falafel Net +1
“The falafel was a standout—freshly made, perfectly crispy on the outside, and soft and tasty on the inside.”
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“The falafel was a standout—freshly made, perfectly crispy on the outside, and soft and tasty on the inside.”June 2026
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Hummus Net +1
“The food is consistently excellent. The mixed grill is perfectly spiced and tender, and the hummus is incredibly smooth.”
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“The food is consistently excellent. The mixed grill is perfectly spiced and tender, and the hummus is incredibly smooth.”November 2025
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Iftar Net +1
“I had such a lovely Iftar at Arabian Tea House. The atmosphere on the terrace was absolutely beautiful — calm, traditional, and perfect for Ramadan evenings. It created such a peaceful and authentic setting to break our fast. A special thank you to Mandar, our waitress, who was incredibly attentive, kind, and professional throughout the evening. She made sure everything was perfect and always checked on us with a warm smile. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the overall experience was truly memorable.”
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“I had such a lovely Iftar at Arabian Tea House. The atmosphere on the terrace was absolutely beautiful — calm, traditional, and perfect for Ramadan evenings. It created such a peaceful and authentic setting to break our fast. A special thank you to Mandar, our waitress, who was incredibly attentive, kind, and professional throughout the evening. She made sure everything was perfect and always checked on us with a warm smile. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and the overall experience was truly memorable.”February 2026
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Lamb machboos Net +1
“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”
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“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”July 2026
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Lamb saloona Net +1
“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent. The only small comment I have is that the lamb saloona was a bit too sour for my taste, probably because of the lemon or black lemon. Even so, it was still enjoyable.”
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“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent. The only small comment I have is that the lamb saloona was a bit too sour for my taste, probably because of the lemon or black lemon. Even so, it was still enjoyable.”July 2026
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Manakeesh Net +1
“For a lighter option, their manakeesh is fantastic.”
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“For a lighter option, their manakeesh is fantastic.”November 2025
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Mixed grill Net +1
“The food is consistently excellent. The mixed grill is perfectly spiced and tender, and the hummus is incredibly smooth.”
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“The food is consistently excellent. The mixed grill is perfectly spiced and tender, and the hummus is incredibly smooth.”November 2025
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Omelette Net +1
“Omelette was also perfect 👌”
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“Omelette was also perfect 👌”December 2025
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Rocca salad Net +1
“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”
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“I ordered the lamb saloona, my brother had the lamb machboos, and my friend tried the chicken machboos. We also shared the rocca salad. Overall, the food was delicious and had a genuine home cooked taste. The lamb machboos, chicken machboos, and rocca salad were all excellent.”July 2026
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Arabic coffee Net +2
“The Arabic coffee was lighter than what I’m used to, but still incredibly smooth and delicious.”
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“The Arabic coffee was lighter than what I’m used to, but still incredibly smooth and delicious.”February 2026
“They started us off with Arabic coffee and a date served with their special sauce, and it was incredible.”December 2025
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Black iced tea Net +1
“The black iced tea is delicious, the menu has very generous portions, and the desserts are amazing.”
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“The black iced tea is delicious, the menu has very generous portions, and the desserts are amazing.”February 2026
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Freshly squeezed orange juice Net +1
“I had breakfast at Arabian Tea House Restaurant and it was such a lovely experience. I ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, chebab (Emirati pancakes), and a freshly squeezed orange juice. The place is just as beautiful as any Arabian Tea House, but this branch feels much calmer and more peaceful compared to the one in Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood which is totally understandable given how busy that area can get. The food was equally excellent, full of authentic flavors, and the service was warm and attentive as always.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I had breakfast at Arabian Tea House Restaurant and it was such a lovely experience. I ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, chebab (Emirati pancakes), and a freshly squeezed orange juice. The place is just as beautiful as any Arabian Tea House, but this branch feels much calmer and more peaceful compared to the one in Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood which is totally understandable given how busy that area can get. The food was equally excellent, full of authentic flavors, and the service was warm and attentive as always.”March 2026
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Karak chai Net +1
“Of course, you must try the karak chai; it's rich, fragrant, and the ideal companion for the date pudding.”
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“Of course, you must try the karak chai; it's rich, fragrant, and the ideal companion for the date pudding.”November 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try breakfast. Start with a breakfast tray; the Egyptian option is specifically recommended by a returning customer.
Compare breakfasts. If you prefer variety across the plate, consider the Arabic breakfast, which one reviewer preferred over the Emirati option.
Order chebab. Add chebab, Emirati pancakes served with date syrup and Kraft cheese, if you want a distinctly local breakfast item.
Check availability. If visiting for Sunday lunch, check what is available first, since one review found several listed dishes unavailable.
Choose outdoors. When Dubai’s weather is pleasant, the outdoor seating is a good choice for a quieter breakfast atmosphere.
Plan the visit
Practical details
JUMEIRAH ARCHAEOLOGICAL
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 2, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Tight seating
Some chairs are positioned very close to the tables, making it awkward to get in and out.
Limited changes
A breakfast dish could not be altered from scrambled eggs to sunny-side-up eggs, even as an equal-value substitution.
Availability delays
One Sunday lunch visit had a longer wait than expected and several menu items were unavailable.
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The Bottom Line
Arabian Tea House at the Jumeirah Archaeological Site is a strong choice when you want a meal with a clear sense of place. You can come for breakfast, lunch, dinner or afternoon tea, but breakfast is the standout: the Egyptian breakfast tray, Arabic breakfast and Emirati breakfast tray all receive specific praise. Chebab—Emirati pancakes with date syrup and Kraft cheese—is another useful order if you want something especially local.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Reviews describe a peaceful, garden-like restaurant with traditional décor, heritage atmosphere and outdoor seating among trees and shaded areas. One visitor found this branch noticeably calmer than the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood location, while another appreciated the archaeological setting as a link between food and Emirati culture.
The terrace was also praised for a calm Iftar experience. Food is generally described as fresh, authentic and generously portioned. Standouts mentioned include crispy falafel, lamb and chicken machboos, rocca salad, black iced tea, karak chai and date pudding.
Service is consistently described as attentive and welcoming, including thoughtful gestures such as complimentary items and heart-shaped bread. There are a couple of practical caveats: seating can feel tight, breakfast substitutions may not be allowed, and Sunday lunch has seen unavailable dishes and slower service. Check the menu before settling on a specific order.