Ariana's Persian Kitchen

Name: Ariana's Persian Kitchen
Address: Atlantis The Royal - Crescent Rd, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97144262500

Palm Jumeirah

Persian restaurant Open now 04 426 2500

Ariana's Persian Kitchen is a modern Persian restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, inside Atlantis The Royal. It serves refined Iranian classics, with reviews highlighting tender kebabs, saffron rice, thoughtful menu guidance and options for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diners.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

648 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Menu guidance

Staff take time to explain unfamiliar Iranian dishes and recommend choices suited to your tastes.

Terrace views

The terrace looks over the water and Atlantis surroundings, giving dinner a particularly memorable backdrop.

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What to Eat at Ariana's Persian Kitchen

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Ariana's Persian Kitchen, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 5

Joojeh kebab Net +5

“For mains, we enjoyed their beautiful Joojeh Kebab (saffron-marinated grilled chicken with that gorgeous char) served with a grilled tomato.”
Barg kabab Net +2

“Food: Barg kabab - I never tried before barg kabab and I didn't set high expectations for it. However when I taste it it was so soft and very juice.(Highly recommend to have it while it's hot).”
Ghormeh sabzi Net +2

“We also loved the rich, herb-packed stew in the traditional green pot (likely Ghormeh Sabzi – deep, comforting, and full of flavor).”
Kashke bademjan Net +2

“I started with the Kashk E Bademjoon, a rich and flavorful eggplant dip.”
Shirazi salad Net +2

“From the plant-based kebab to the traditional kebab, tahdig rice, Shirazi salad, and yogurt, everything was absolutely amazing.”

Honorable mentions (28)

Arancini Net +1

“I’m sorry I don’t remember all the exact names, but we tried their version of Olivier salad, arancini, beetroot salad, an amazing assortment of pickled vegetables, a main course with sea bass and kebab, and of course — their delicious bread that’s hard to stop eating.”
Baghlava qazvini Net +1

“The Salad Shirazi was fresh and vibrant, the Joojeh Kabab tender and full of flavor, and the Baghlava Qazvini a perfect sweet finish.”
Baklava qazwini Net +1

“For the baklava Qazwini, the cardamom taste was for me overwhelming but still good and not satiating (maybe others who love cardamom will enjoy it more).”
Barbari bread Net +1

“Kashke Bademjan absolutely amazing. Very creamy and perfect with barbari bread.”
Beetroot salad Net +1

“I’m sorry I don’t remember all the exact names, but we tried their version of Olivier salad, arancini, beetroot salad, an amazing assortment of pickled vegetables, a main course with sea bass and kebab, and of course — their delicious bread that’s hard to stop eating.”
Calamari Net +1

“We started with the Calamari – perfectly cooked and flavorful.”
Cherry sorbet with rose water Net +1

“As vegan, I must say that all the vegan food is just amazing: the caviar, the kabab and the cherry sorbet with rose water.”
Cream puff Net +1

“And the birthday cake was yummy and the cream puff was so good 😋!”
Cucumber yogurt salad Net +1

“The cucumber yogurt salad was also a refreshing and tasty side, balancing the richness of the main dishes well.”
Faloodeh Net +1

“faloodeh - very refreshing with the cherry sorbet”
Feta cheese board Net +1

“Excellent experience at Arina Persian Kitchen with great vegetarian and vegan options; the feta cheese board and pomegranate juice were highlights, the vegan kebab and desserts were delicious, the staff was very friendly, and the manager personally checked on the food, which felt very attentive—special thanks to Waseem for explaining the ingredients and history of the dishes and making the visit even more enjoyable.”
Fillet torsh Net +1

“Recommended by a lot of friends who frequent Dubai. Hands down a great dinner date spot if you’re staying in the Palm. Situated in the Atlantis Palm Resort, food is £££ but hands down the best Fillet Torsh I’ve had. Food tastes close to how it does in Tehran. We were celebrating our honeymoon and they added a beautiful touch with the rose infused cheesecake.”
Gheymeh bdjn Net +1

“The Gheymeh Bdjn and the Ghormeh Sabzi were also good.”
Gluten free bread Net +1

“I loved the persian food at Ariana's. It was authentic and the staff was super friendly and helpful. They could adapt all food to a gluten free version. They even backed very delicious gluten free bread for me. Thank you so much!! Also the atmosphere is amazing. Will definitively come again.”
Grilled kebab Net +1

“The grilled kebab was tender and expertly seasoned, paired with fragrant saffron rice and elegant accompaniments that made every bite feel intentional.”
Iranian baklava Net +1

“The Iranian baklava was good.”
Kabab “impossible” koobideh Net +1

“The kebabs are juicy and flavorful, the stews rich and aromatic, and the rice fluffy and fragrant including they offer vegetarian option like Kabab “Impossible” Koobideh”
Olivier salad Net +1

“I’m sorry I don’t remember all the exact names, but we tried their version of Olivier salad, arancini, beetroot salad, an amazing assortment of pickled vegetables, a main course with sea bass and kebab, and of course — their delicious bread that’s hard to stop eating.”
Plant-based kebab Net +1

“From the plant-based kebab to the traditional kebab, tahdig rice, Shirazi salad, and yogurt, everything was absolutely amazing.”
Saffron-infused ice cream Net +1

“I recently had the pleasure of trying the exquisite saffron-infused ice cream from them. Not only was it a delightful treat, but it also boasted the perfect balance of sweetness without overwhelming sugar content. The creamy texture was complemented by the subtle yet distinct flavor of saffron, creating a unique and indulgent experience.”
Tahdig rice Net +1

“From the plant-based kebab to the traditional kebab, tahdig rice, Shirazi salad, and yogurt, everything was absolutely amazing.”
Taste of persia Net +1

“For the food, we ordered Taste of Persia, a 3-course menu set. The kebab koobedih was tender and tasty, the jujeh (chicken) kabab, hmm the chef is generous with saffron 😍. I love it, delicious!”
Vegan kebab Net +1

“Excellent experience at Arina Persian Kitchen with great vegetarian and vegan options; the feta cheese board and pomegranate juice were highlights, the vegan kebab and desserts were delicious, the staff was very friendly, and the manager personally checked on the food, which felt very attentive—special thanks to Waseem for explaining the ingredients and history of the dishes and making the visit even more enjoyable.”
Watermelon salad Net +1

“I ordered the watermelon salad, joojeh kebab and jewelled rice and everything was so delicious, full of flavour, the chicken was tender and all the flavours worked so well together.”
Whipped lighvan Net +1

“The starters were very good particularly the Whipped Lighvan.”
Falooda with cherry Net 0

Mixed feedback

“For the dessert, falooda with cherry is new to me as I usually have lemon & rose water, and yes it was good.”
Kebab koobedih Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The kebab koobedih was tender and tasty, the jujeh (chicken) kabab, hmm the chef is generous with saffron 😍. I love it, delicious!”
Mirza ghassimi Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The Kashke Bademjan and the Mirza Ghassimi were both ok.”

Drinks 5

Iranian tea Net +1

“iranian tea - interesting flavor, was made better with the saffron sugar stick (and i almost never drink tea with sugar, so this was rly very tasty)”
Kashani lemonade Net +1

“Drink: If you are avoiding sugar you must try Kashani lemonade - citrus flavor with healthy combination(rose water, Basil seeds, lemon juice, barberries). Love it.”
Pomegranate juice Net +1

“Excellent experience at Arina Persian Kitchen with great vegetarian and vegan options; the feta cheese board and pomegranate juice were highlights, the vegan kebab and desserts were delicious, the staff was very friendly, and the manager personally checked on the food, which felt very attentive—special thanks to Waseem for explaining the ingredients and history of the dishes and making the visit even more enjoyable.”
Pomegranate mocktail Net +1

“To drink, the refreshing Pomegranate Mocktail with real pomegranate seeds paired wonderfully with the rich dishes.”
Saffron juice Net +1

“What's more, their saffron juice was equally refreshing, offering a burst of flavor that left me craving more.”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Chicken kebab Net −1

“chicken kebab - i liked the seasoning but the meat itself was a lil bit dry”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Choose terrace. Request the terrace if atmosphere and views matter; one party found it far more enjoyable than the bright indoor room.

Ask about adaptations. If you need gluten-free food, ask what can be adapted; a guest received specially made gluten-free bread.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Atlantis The Royal - Crescent Rd

Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

04 426 2500

Mon	Closed
Tue	Closed
Wed	Closed
Thu	6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri	6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat	6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun	6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Small portions

One diner found the portions rather small and recommended ordering multiple plates.

Premium pricing

The hotel setting comes with high prices; alcoholic drinks and some meals were considered expensive.

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The Bottom Line

Ariana’s Persian Kitchen is a modern Persian restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, inside Atlantis The Royal, built around a polished take on Iranian classics. Diners can explore dishes such as Joojeh Kebab, Barg kabab, Kashke Bademjan and Faloodeh, with staff often explaining unfamiliar ingredients and traditions. It works especially well for anniversaries, birthdays and date nights: reviews describe elegant design, water and Atlantis views from the terrace, thoughtful celebrations, and service that is attentive without hovering.

Families and children are welcomed, and several reviews praise the vegetarian and vegan choices. The food is not universally consistent. Kebabs—especially lamb, Barg and Joojeh—are often praised for tenderness, while some diners found Koobideh dry, chicken dry, or saffron rice under-seasoned.

Desserts split opinion too: Faloodeh and some other sweets disappointed certain first-time visitors, although others loved the saffron ice cream, baklava or rose-infused cheesecake. Expect an expensive hotel-restaurant experience rather than a casual Iranian meal; one reviewer called portions small and another found the à-la-carte menu undeniably expensive. For better value, look for a set-menu promotion.

If you have dietary restrictions, ask about adaptations: one diner received gluten-free bread made specially for them. The terrace may feel more atmospheric than the bright indoor room.