Arsalan Restaurant and Caterer Dubai

Name: Arsalan Restaurant and Caterer Dubai
Address: Shamma Building - Shop no. 3 & 4 - 6A St - behind Park Regis, Al Karama, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143979777

Al Karama

Restaurant Open now 04 397 9777

Arsalan Restaurant and Caterer Dubai is a Kolkata-style Mughlai restaurant in Al Karama, known especially for biryani with tender meat and the signature potato. You can also come for kebabs, rolls and Bengali sweets such as phirni.

Reputation Score

4.2

★★★★☆

1,440 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Kolkata Biryani

The mutton biryani is repeatedly praised for aromatic rice, tender meat and its signature potato.

Authentic Flavour

Several Kolkata diners say the Dubai branch closely matches the original, making it a nostalgic choice for Bengali food.

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What to Eat at Arsalan Restaurant and Caterer Dubai

These items at Arsalan Restaurant and Caterer Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 5

Mutton biryani Net +7

“We tried their Mutton Biryani, and it was absolutely outstanding. The biryani had the perfect balance of flavors and spices, with fragrant saffron, tender pieces of lamb, and the signature Kolkata touch—soft, flavorful potatoes that add a unique twist to this classic dish.”
Special mutton biryani Net +2

“I tried the special mutton biryani, and the quality of the meat was impressive; it was tender and easily fell apart.”
Chicken biriyani Net +2

“Lovely food, we tried Chicken biryani, mutton biryani, Naan, Mutton Marassa, Chicken Reshmi and Chicken Achari Kabab.Lemon mint juice, Every thing was simply superb. Value for money food. Yummy biryani and Reshmi Kabab also.”
Mutton seekh kebab Net +2

“Superb, highly recommend trying their mutton seekh kebab.”
Phirni Net +2

“The rolls the firni the rumali rotis the best Aloo biryani which is yet to try...”

Honorable mentions (32)

Arsalan biriyani Net +1

“For Kolkata style Biriyani - the classic all time favourite, nothing can get better than Arsalan biriyani. I go there frequently.”
Arsalan special naan Net +1

“Ordered biryani, mutton kassa, Arsalan special naan, and fish tikka. Everything was absolutely delicious, with great service and very reasonable prices. Highly recommended”
Assorted chicken platter Net +1

“Great food. The assorted chicken platter was melt in the mouth.”
Briyani Net +1

“Arsalan is something which you get in mind when you think of Briyani in Kolkata. Now, when you are travelling to Dubai and you come to know that it has opened an outlet in Dubai…. It’s a must go. Food quality good… ambience good.”
Calcutta special- vhicken rezala Net +1

“On this recent visit I had a Calcutta special- Vhicken Rezala , along with The ubiquitous Mutton biriyani. Both were super delectable.”
Chaanp Net +1

“Kebab, chaanp, naan, salad and complementary Iftar arrangements were amazing and I hope all our folks from Kolkata can recognize and give preference to the best and the most delicious biryani in town with chandramukhi aalu.”
Cheese kebabs Net +1

“For everyone who misses aaloo in biryani im dubai.here is the place.. Cheese kebabs that melt in the mouth and masala coke...all of it is yummm !!”
Chicken biryani with aloo Net +1

“We ordered Mutton Rezala, Chicken Chaap, and Chicken Biryani with aloo 😀. The food was delicious overall, though the Chicken Chaap was disappointing as the gravy tasted quite different and not very good.”
Chicken egg roll Net +1

“Ordered Mutton biryani and Chicken egg roll , good food , always go there whenever in the Rea”
Chicken kassa Net +1

“The chicken kassa was rich and creamy, with a perfectly balanced spice level.”
Chicken reshmi Net +1

“Lovely food, we tried Chicken biryani, mutton biryani, Naan, Mutton Marassa, Chicken Reshmi and Chicken Achari Kabab.Lemon mint juice, Every thing was simply superb. Value for money food. Yummy biryani and Reshmi Kabab also.”
Chicken roll sandwich Net +1

“Must try their chicken roll sandwich staffs and services really disappointed.”
Chicken tangri kabab Net +1

“Sticking to three standout items from the diverse, well-structured menu, I thoroughly enjoyed the juicy, spice-packed chicken tangri kabab, the special mutton biryani with its melt-in-the-mouth tender meat and aromatic rice, and the rich, comforting phirni for a perfect sweet close.”
Dahi raita Net +1

“Tried Biryani today... Same taste of Kolkata and the dahi raita they gave was authentic Ghoal of kolkata...”
Fish tikka Net +1

“Ordered biryani, mutton kassa, Arsalan special naan, and fish tikka. Everything was absolutely delicious, with great service and very reasonable prices. Highly recommended”
Green grilled chicken Net +1

“Additionally, the green grilled chicken was a highlight, and the accompanying chutney was very good.”
Kashmiri pulao Net +1

“If you're missing Kolkata food, there is no other place to be. Their Kashmiri Pulao and special kulcha shouldn't be missed and top it with there rolls. One bite and you are in Kolkata. Amazing place.”
Kathi rolls Net +1

“So even if you aren't from Kolkata, you will enjoy the kathi rolls, biryani and kababs for sure. Very authentic Mughal taste and value for money. Enjoy!!”
Kolkata biriyani Net +1

“The reason I went to Arsalan was to check if they were serving the same Kolkata Biriyani that they are famous for. We were in for a treat and amazed that the taste was exactly the same!!”
Kolkata roll Net +1

“Best place to try Kolkata style Biryani in UAE. Authentic Kolkata Roll you must try.”
Mutton arsalan kebab Net +1

“We tried Mutton Arsalan Kebab, which was good a combination of mutton cheese and egg.”
Mutton kassa Net +1

“Ordered biryani, mutton kassa, Arsalan special naan, and fish tikka. Everything was absolutely delicious, with great service and very reasonable prices. Highly recommended”
Mutton rarha gosht Net +1

“Mutton Rarha Gosht, mutton served in keema, had it with butter naan. A good choice if you want to have something in Mutton gravy.”
Mutton rezala Net +1

“We ordered Mutton Rezala, Chicken Chaap, and Chicken Biryani with aloo 😀. The food was delicious overall, though the Chicken Chaap was disappointing as the gravy tasted quite different and not very good.”
Mutton roll Net +1

“The mutton roll is amazing! It’s perfectly melting into your mouth leaving you with a long lasting taste of flavour.”
Paneer kofta Net +1

“We combined a Chicken butter Achari with Lachha paratha, tandoori rotis, and romali roti. We also recommend the paneer kofta for any vegetarians. The lassi was also good.”
Romali roti Net +1

“we have been to the ones in kolkata and their consistency in flavour is impeccable the naans were soft and buttery and their romali roti 🤌🤌🤌 only downside was the slightly sweet raita.”
Rumali rotis Net +1

“The rolls the firni the rumali rotis the best Aloo biryani which is yet to try...”
Shahi tukda Net +1

“Tried Shahi Tukda today in dessert and it was out of the world... I have eaten Shahi Tukda in Hyderabadi restaurants buy not like this one...”
Shami tikiya Net +1

“The shami tikiya was awesome... But there was a bit cooking left in the mutton chap...”
Special biriyani Net +1

“One special Biriyani comes with 1 egg, 1 Aloo and 3 piece of Mutton, which is more than enough for two.”
Special kulcha Net +1

“If you're missing Kolkata food, there is no other place to be. Their Kashmiri Pulao and special kulcha shouldn't be missed and top it with there rolls. One bite and you are in Kolkata. Amazing place.”

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Lassi Net +1

“We combined a Chicken butter Achari with Lachha paratha, tandoori rotis, and romali roti. We also recommend the paneer kofta for any vegetarians. The lassi was also good.”
Masala coke Net +1

“For everyone who misses aaloo in biryani im dubai.here is the place.. Cheese kebabs that melt in the mouth and masala coke...all of it is yummm !!”

What to Avoid (7)

Food 7

Chicken chaap Net −1

“I like the biryani but the chicken chaap not that much. As per my tastebuds I felt too oily. Otherwise it was good.”
Chicken bharta Net −1

“The food was excellent only Chicken Bharta was a let down. My expectations was different and what was served was different. It was a normal chicken with gravy.”
Mutton chap Net −1

“The shami tikiya was awesome... But there was a bit cooking left in the mutton chap...”
Parata Net −1

“Parata was big thick and hard, every food is hard, not tasty and there was something wrong with the food, I felt sick after eating there for 4 days!”
Raitha Net −1

“we have been to the ones in kolkata and their consistency in flavour is impeccable the naans were soft and buttery and their romali roti 🤌🤌🤌 only downside was the slightly sweet raita.”
Sweet lussi Net −1

“also no brinjal thalitcha served and delivered with sweet lussi instead of raitha which I don't like sweet raitha and tasted never ever.”
Sweet raitha Net −1

“also no brinjal thalitcha served and delivered with sweet lussi instead of raitha which I don't like sweet raitha and tasted never ever.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit Earlier. Choose lunch or an off-peak visit if possible: one diner found daytime service smoother than crowded weekend dinner.

Request Less Oil. If you avoid oily food, ask whether less oil can be used, especially for richer dishes such as chicken chaap.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Shamma Building - Shop no. 3 & 4 - 6A St - behind Park Regis

Al Karama, Dubai

04 397 9777

Mon	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tue	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wed	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thu	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri	10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun	10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Inconsistent Food

Recent reviews range from excellent biryani to stale biryani, reheated barbecue and food that felt hard or unwell-inducing.

Oiliness

Some dishes, especially chicken chaap and delivery orders, have been criticised for excessive oil.

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The Bottom Line

Arsalan in Al Karama is aimed at diners looking for Kolkata-style biryani and Mughlai food. The clearest starting point is the special mutton biryani, served with aromatic rice, tender meat and the distinctive potato; chicken biryani, rolls and kebabs give you other familiar Kolkata choices. Phirni is a popular sweet finish.

The strongest theme in the reviews is nostalgia. Kolkata diners repeatedly say the flavour is close to the original, while one first-time diner appreciated that the biryani is mild, with fried onions, saffron, long-grain rice, mutton and potato. The spacious, bright setting suits families and larger groups, and several visits mention friendly, attentive service.

There are caveats. Food quality and oil levels appear inconsistent: recent complaints mention stale biryani, reheated barbecue, oily delivery food and a hard paratha. Weekend dinner can also feel understaffed, so lunch or an off-peak visit may be more comfortable.

Parking is described as difficult by one diner, although another found ample RTA parking nearby. For takeaway, confirm the meat, included items and preparation instructions carefully; customers have reported bone-heavy portions and confusing menu wording. Prices are viewed variously as reasonable, premium or high, so expectations should be set before ordering.