Awadhi technique
Slow cooking and layered spices give the Awadhi dishes a subtle, distinctive flavour.
Ashiana
Deira
Ashiana is an Indian restaurant in Deira serving traditional Awadhi soul food in a hotel setting. Reviews point to beautifully presented dishes such as Galouti Kebab and Mutton biryani, alongside low-lit interiors and live Indian music.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
152 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Cozy interiors
Low lighting and rich wood interiors create a cozy setting for dinner.
Live music
Live Indian music is a recurring part of the dinner experience, with several reviews praising the singers.
Warm hospitality
Reviews describe friendly, attentive service that adds to the occasion.
Standout dessert
Rasmalai Cheesecake is repeatedly singled out as a particularly successful dessert.
What to Eat at Ashiana 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 Ashiana, 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 Ashiana got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 8
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Coconut raagulla Net +2
“Loved the entire spread... Kurkure Bhindi chaat,Jingha Prawns, Seekh kebab, Galouti Kebab, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and the amazing desserts Rasmalai Cheese cake and Coconut Raagulla..”
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Review excerpts
“Loved the entire spread... Kurkure Bhindi chaat,Jingha Prawns, Seekh kebab, Galouti Kebab, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and the amazing desserts Rasmalai Cheese cake and Coconut Raagulla..”March 2023
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Rasmalai cheese cake Net +2
“The Rasmalai Cheesecake was to highlight. Subtle and with the perfect amount of sweetness and crumbly to perfection.”
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“The Rasmalai Cheesecake was to highlight. Subtle and with the perfect amount of sweetness and crumbly to perfection.”September 2022
“Loved the entire spread... Kurkure Bhindi chaat,Jingha Prawns, Seekh kebab, Galouti Kebab, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and the amazing desserts Rasmalai Cheese cake and Coconut Raagulla..”March 2023
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Cheesy chicken tikka Net +1
“The Cheesy Chicken Tikka and Gol Gappa were next level. Their blend of spices and the slow cooking method makes the flavours truly stand out in a subtle manner and it's not overpowering on the palate.”
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“The Cheesy Chicken Tikka and Gol Gappa were next level. Their blend of spices and the slow cooking method makes the flavours truly stand out in a subtle manner and it's not overpowering on the palate.”March 2022
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Chicken shorba Net +1
“Food is not at all good. Except chicken shorba all other item was just ok.”
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“Food is not at all good. Except chicken shorba all other item was just ok.”January 2019
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Dum ka murg Net +1
“Loved the entire spread... Kurkure Bhindi chaat,Jingha Prawns, Seekh kebab, Galouti Kebab, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and the amazing desserts Rasmalai Cheese cake and Coconut Raagulla..”
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“Loved the entire spread... Kurkure Bhindi chaat,Jingha Prawns, Seekh kebab, Galouti Kebab, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and the amazing desserts Rasmalai Cheese cake and Coconut Raagulla..”March 2023
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Gol gappa Net +1
“The Cheesy Chicken Tikka and Gol Gappa were next level. Their blend of spices and the slow cooking method makes the flavours truly stand out in a subtle manner and it's not overpowering on the palate.”
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“The Cheesy Chicken Tikka and Gol Gappa were next level. Their blend of spices and the slow cooking method makes the flavours truly stand out in a subtle manner and it's not overpowering on the palate.”March 2022
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Luke warm soup shooter Net +1
“The appetizers included a Luke warm soup shooter and it was delicious.”
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“The appetizers included a Luke warm soup shooter and it was delicious.”February 2017
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Nariyal machli Net +1
“The nariyal machli was rich in flavor and one of the better fish curries I have had in restaurants.”
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“The nariyal machli was rich in flavor and one of the better fish curries I have had in restaurants.”November 2016
Drinks 2
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Apricot drink Net +1
“We were given some dates and dry fruit to break our fasts with along with small juices, a rose drink and an apricot drink (unlimited refills for both) – nice and refreshing and not too sweet.”
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“We were given some dates and dry fruit to break our fasts with along with small juices, a rose drink and an apricot drink (unlimited refills for both) – nice and refreshing and not too sweet.”November 2016
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Rose drink Net +1
“We were given some dates and dry fruit to break our fasts with along with small juices, a rose drink and an apricot drink (unlimited refills for both) – nice and refreshing and not too sweet.”
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“We were given some dates and dry fruit to break our fasts with along with small juices, a rose drink and an apricot drink (unlimited refills for both) – nice and refreshing and not too sweet.”November 2016
What to Avoid (7)
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Baklawa Net −1
“There were also a couple of small standard pieces of baklawa (could have been from anywhere really) and a small (say 2 or 3 teaspoons worth) serving of gajar halwa. The latter was quite underwhelming.”
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Critical review excerpts
“There were also a couple of small standard pieces of baklawa (could have been from anywhere really) and a small (say 2 or 3 teaspoons worth) serving of gajar halwa. The latter was quite underwhelming.”November 2016
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Biryanii Net −1
“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”
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“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”January 2019
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Chicken lehsuni Net −1
“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”
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Critical review excerpts
“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”January 2019
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Fish tikka Net −1
“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”
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Critical review excerpts
“I order fish tikka which was too hard and chicken lehsuni was just ok.. Biryanii was not the best one..”January 2019
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Kulfi Net −1
“The meal ended with a small dessert sampler – a tablespoon of what was supposedly kulfi but tasted quite off – it tasted like the milk had been mixed with blue cheese. Quite unappealing and we didn’t finish this.”
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“The meal ended with a small dessert sampler – a tablespoon of what was supposedly kulfi but tasted quite off – it tasted like the milk had been mixed with blue cheese. Quite unappealing and we didn’t finish this.”November 2016
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Malai kulfi Net −1
“even the desert served was so little moreover gajar halwa was served cold and malai kulfi was only creamy and very sweet.”
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“even the desert served was so little moreover gajar halwa was served cold and malai kulfi was only creamy and very sweet.”July 2017
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Gajar halwa Net −2
“even the desert served was so little moreover gajar halwa was served cold and malai kulfi was only creamy and very sweet.”
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Critical review excerpts
“even the desert served was so little moreover gajar halwa was served cold and malai kulfi was only creamy and very sweet.”July 2017
“There were also a couple of small standard pieces of baklawa (could have been from anywhere really) and a small (say 2 or 3 teaspoons worth) serving of gajar halwa. The latter was quite underwhelming.”November 2016
Tips for a Better Visit
State preferences. Tell the chef your spice or dish preferences before ordering; one diner specifically recommends doing so.
Use valet. If driving, use the hotel's valet parking rather than relying on limited, difficult-to-find car parking.
Allow time. Build in extra time for dinner, since one review reports waiting an hour just for starters.
Share mains. Solo diners may want to order cautiously or share, as one review says mains can serve two people.
Check music. If you want a quiet meal, check the evening's music setup first; one diner found the live music loud.
Plan for children. Families with young children should note that a review reported no kids menu or separate children's options.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Lobby Floor,Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers,Garhoud
Port Saeed - Riggat Al Buteen, Dubai
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow starters
One diner waited an hour for starters, then left after more than two hours without mains.
Difficult parking
A review says regular car parking is limited and hard to find.
Inconsistent food
Food feedback varies sharply, including reports of tasteless dishes and meals that were merely OK.
Loud music
At least one diner found the live music too loud and unpleasant.
Small portions
One review found the main-course portions suited to two people rather than one.
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The Bottom Line
Ashiana is a Deira Indian restaurant built around traditional Awadhi soul food, with a hotel-dining setting and a long-running Dubai presence. The menu has drawn praise for Galouti Kebabs, Mutton biryani, Dum ka Murg and Butter Chicken, while the slow-cooking style and carefully layered spices are part of the appeal. The room is one of its more consistent strengths: low lighting, rich wood interiors and an intimate feel suit a relaxed dinner.
Live Indian music is another major part of the experience. Many diners enjoy the singers and soothing melodies, though one review found the music too loud, so it may be worth checking the evening atmosphere if conversation matters. Service is often described as warm and attentive, and several reviews mention beautifully presented food.
Rasmalai Cheesecake is a standout dessert in the feedback. Still, the kitchen experience is not uniform: some diners called the food excellent, while others reported tasteless dishes or meals that were only average. Allow extra time if you are dining at a busy hour; one table waited an hour for starters.
Parking can be awkward, although valet parking within the hotel was reported. Families should also note the reported lack of a kids menu.