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Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia
Al Sufouh
Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia is an Indian restaurant in Al Sufouh, reached through Jumeirah Al Qasr by abra, buggy or motor boat. It pairs regional Indian cooking with a polished waterfront setting, and customers particularly mention the tasting menu and dishes such as Dal Makhani.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
1,530 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Regional cooking
The menu reworks regional Indian dishes, with servers explaining the history and inspiration behind them.
Dal Makhani
Dal Makhani is repeatedly singled out; one diner described it as rich, comforting and a meal highlight.
Vegetarian choice
Vegetarian diners reported plenty of options from appetisers through to main courses.
Celebrations
Birthday and anniversary visits often included thoughtful touches such as welcome drinks, cake or complimentary dessert.
Dish guidance
Several reviews praise the team's detailed menu explanations and recommendations tailored to diners' tastes.
Waterfront setting
The restaurant's lagoon-side setting, canals and relaxed atmosphere are a major part of its appeal.
What to Eat at Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia 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 Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Dal makhani Net +4
“We ordered a la carte. The Dal Makhani is a must-have.”
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“We ordered a la carte. The Dal Makhani is a must-have.”May 2026
“Dal Makhani was absolutely amazing—rich, comforting, and easily one of the highlights of the meal.”December 2025
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Chicken malwani tikka Net +2
“I also got the chicken malwani tikka and that masala had me going back for more, again and again.”
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“I also got the chicken malwani tikka and that masala had me going back for more, again and again.”July 2026
“Amazing food, loved the Malwani chicken tikka, the biryani and the Bihari mutton curry.”July 2026
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Hariyali patti laddu Net +2
“The starters were excellent—standouts included the Hariyali Patti Laddu, the Tangra Chilli Chicken, and a Wagyu Galouti Kebab–style dish, all of which were flavorful and beautifully executed.”
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“The starters were excellent—standouts included the Hariyali Patti Laddu, the Tangra Chilli Chicken, and a Wagyu Galouti Kebab–style dish, all of which were flavorful and beautifully executed.”December 2025
“Loved the Rosa Marianna cocktail and must try dishes are Saoji Lamp chops , Harialli Patti Laddu and Dal Makhni !”March 2026
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Tasting menu Net +2
“The tasting menu itself was fantastic, full of different flavors and such a beautiful expression of Indian cuisine.”
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“The tasting menu itself was fantastic, full of different flavors and such a beautiful expression of Indian cuisine.”September 2025
“Atrangi’s tasting menu was a delightful culinary journey each course beautifully presented with a perfect balance of regional Indian flavors and modern finesse.”September 2025
Honorable mentions (25)
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Bihari mutton curry Net +1
“Amazing food, loved the Malwani chicken tikka, the biryani and the Bihari mutton curry.”
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“Amazing food, loved the Malwani chicken tikka, the biryani and the Bihari mutton curry.”July 2026
“I had dahi bhalla as starter and the bihari mutton for main course and Jalebi for dessert. All were very good. Look was unique but still maintained the taste.”February 2026
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Aloo chaat starter Net +1
“The mocktail and aloo chaat starter were scrumptious.”
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“The mocktail and aloo chaat starter were scrumptious.”May 2025
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Butter chicken Net +1
“The butter chicken didn’t disappoint. I’d say perfectly balanced for butter chicken (creaminess, tomato and sweet). What I appreciated is that u. Oils taste the cashew. Many times a butter chicken description will say it contains cashew but you absolutely don’t pick it up. Only slight sore point is the chicken itself didn’t have the flavour of the sauce through its sinews. It tasted like it’d been placed in the sauce after cooking.”
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“The butter chicken didn’t disappoint. I’d say perfectly balanced for butter chicken (creaminess, tomato and sweet). What I appreciated is that u. Oils taste the cashew. Many times a butter chicken description will say it contains cashew but you absolutely don’t pick it up. Only slight sore point is the chicken itself didn’t have the flavour of the sauce through its sinews. It tasted like it’d been placed in the sauce after cooking.”February 2026
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Cha chu Net +1
“The signature mocktails – Cha Chu and Spicy Guava. Both were out of this world — refreshing, creative, and unlike anything I’ve tried before.”
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“The signature mocktails – Cha Chu and Spicy Guava. Both were out of this world — refreshing, creative, and unlike anything I’ve tried before.”November 2025
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Chocolate custard dessert Net +1
“I was also treated to a delicious complimentary chocolate custard dessert with chocolate ice cream, a dash of chocolate liqueur, coffee mousse and some fried bits of coffee flavoured vermillion. Absolutely delicious! Such a kind and generous treat. Healthy serving too. Had to leave some on the plate.”
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“I was also treated to a delicious complimentary chocolate custard dessert with chocolate ice cream, a dash of chocolate liqueur, coffee mousse and some fried bits of coffee flavoured vermillion. Absolutely delicious! Such a kind and generous treat. Healthy serving too. Had to leave some on the plate.”February 2026
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Chole bhatura Net +1
“We loved every single dish! Especially the shaam savera, and chole bhatura.”
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“We loved every single dish! Especially the shaam savera, and chole bhatura.”July 2026
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Daab malai chingri Net +1
“The Daab Malai Chingri was the star of the evening—rich, flavourful, and perfectly cooked.”
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“The Daab Malai Chingri was the star of the evening—rich, flavourful, and perfectly cooked.”December 2025
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Dahi bhalla Net +1
“I had dahi bhalla as starter and the bihari mutton for main course and Jalebi for dessert. All were very good. Look was unique but still maintained the taste.”
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“I had dahi bhalla as starter and the bihari mutton for main course and Jalebi for dessert. All were very good. Look was unique but still maintained the taste.”February 2026
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Darjeeling chicken dumpling small plate Net +1
“I had the Darjeeling chicken dumpling small plate and found it to be so generous (4 fair sized dumplings), absolutely delicious (the minced chicken filling with hints of mint and tamarind) atop a perfectly seasoned peanut and cream sauce.”
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“I had the Darjeeling chicken dumpling small plate and found it to be so generous (4 fair sized dumplings), absolutely delicious (the minced chicken filling with hints of mint and tamarind) atop a perfectly seasoned peanut and cream sauce.”February 2026
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Filter kapi dessert Net +1
“The filter kapi dessert was exceptional, definitely a must try!”
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“The filter kapi dessert was exceptional, definitely a must try!”July 2026
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Jalebi Net +1
“I had dahi bhalla as starter and the bihari mutton for main course and Jalebi for dessert. All were very good. Look was unique but still maintained the taste.”
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“I had dahi bhalla as starter and the bihari mutton for main course and Jalebi for dessert. All were very good. Look was unique but still maintained the taste.”February 2026
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Lamb chops Net +1
“The lamb chops were perfectly grilled, so tender, seasoned just right. Honestly one of the best bites of the night.”
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“The lamb chops were perfectly grilled, so tender, seasoned just right. Honestly one of the best bites of the night.”July 2026
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Malwani prawns Net +1
“The Malwani prawns were delicious, and the Mutton with sattu paratha was another highlight, bursting with authentic taste.”
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“The Malwani prawns were delicious, and the Mutton with sattu paratha was another highlight, bursting with authentic taste.”December 2025
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Mini version of chhole bhature Net +1
“The vegetarian options are impressive — the mini version of Chhole Bhature was simply outstanding! Highly recommended for anyone who loves flavorful Indian food served with care.”
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“The vegetarian options are impressive — the mini version of Chhole Bhature was simply outstanding! Highly recommended for anyone who loves flavorful Indian food served with care.”October 2025
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Mutton with sattu paratha Net +1
“The Malwani prawns were delicious, and the Mutton with sattu paratha was another highlight, bursting with authentic taste.”
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“The Malwani prawns were delicious, and the Mutton with sattu paratha was another highlight, bursting with authentic taste.”December 2025
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Paneer kali mirch starter Net +1
“Taste wise, some of the items were very good like tomato shorba, paneer kali mirch starter, dal makhani. Some of the items were average and few of them were below average.”
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“Taste wise, some of the items were very good like tomato shorba, paneer kali mirch starter, dal makhani. Some of the items were average and few of them were below average.”February 2026
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Poda manso Net +1
“We had Poda Manso with lucchi and steamed rice with dal makhni. Though the manso was well-cooked and the masala just right, the dish lived up to its name a bit too literally—it left a slightly bitter aftertaste, though not overly noticeable.”
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“We had Poda Manso with lucchi and steamed rice with dal makhni. Though the manso was well-cooked and the masala just right, the dish lived up to its name a bit too literally—it left a slightly bitter aftertaste, though not overly noticeable.”May 2025
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Poori bhaji Net +1
“I didn't know a simple poori bhaji can be elevated to such level for which I will be going back again.”
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“I didn't know a simple poori bhaji can be elevated to such level for which I will be going back again.”November 2025
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Saoji lamp chops Net +1
“Loved the Rosa Marianna cocktail and must try dishes are Saoji Lamp chops , Harialli Patti Laddu and Dal Makhni !”
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“Loved the Rosa Marianna cocktail and must try dishes are Saoji Lamp chops , Harialli Patti Laddu and Dal Makhni !”March 2026
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Shaam savera Net +1
“We loved every single dish! Especially the shaam savera, and chole bhatura.”
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“We loved every single dish! Especially the shaam savera, and chole bhatura.”July 2026
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Signature coffee dessert Net +1
“Ended with the signature coffee dessert and wow. Rich, velvety, the kind of thing you're still thinking about the next day(oh if you need extra coffee decoction you can ask your server… like I asked mine 🥹- who doesn’t love an extra caffeine )”
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“Ended with the signature coffee dessert and wow. Rich, velvety, the kind of thing you're still thinking about the next day(oh if you need extra coffee decoction you can ask your server… like I asked mine 🥹- who doesn’t love an extra caffeine )”July 2026
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Spicy guava Net +1
“The signature mocktails – Cha Chu and Spicy Guava. Both were out of this world — refreshing, creative, and unlike anything I’ve tried before.”
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“The signature mocktails – Cha Chu and Spicy Guava. Both were out of this world — refreshing, creative, and unlike anything I’ve tried before.”November 2025
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Tandoori roti Net +1
“There was a chicken gravy too (forgot the name!) but it was so good with the tandoori roti, I basically wiped the bowl clean.”
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“There was a chicken gravy too (forgot the name!) but it was so good with the tandoori roti, I basically wiped the bowl clean.”July 2026
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Tangra chilli chicken Net +1
“The starters were excellent—standouts included the Hariyali Patti Laddu, the Tangra Chilli Chicken, and a Wagyu Galouti Kebab–style dish, all of which were flavorful and beautifully executed.”
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“The starters were excellent—standouts included the Hariyali Patti Laddu, the Tangra Chilli Chicken, and a Wagyu Galouti Kebab–style dish, all of which were flavorful and beautifully executed.”December 2025
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Tomato shorba Net +1
“Taste wise, some of the items were very good like tomato shorba, paneer kali mirch starter, dal makhani. Some of the items were average and few of them were below average.”
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“Taste wise, some of the items were very good like tomato shorba, paneer kali mirch starter, dal makhani. Some of the items were average and few of them were below average.”February 2026
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Rosa marianna cocktail Net +1
“Loved the Rosa Marianna cocktail and must try dishes are Saoji Lamp chops , Harialli Patti Laddu and Dal Makhni !”
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“Loved the Rosa Marianna cocktail and must try dishes are Saoji Lamp chops , Harialli Patti Laddu and Dal Makhni !”March 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Chilli cheesy bites Net −1
“Unfortunately, the food was a hit-and-miss; some dishes were stellar, while others missed the mark. Definitely can avoid Chilli cheesy bites, Bihari Mutton and Yakhni Pulao…”
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“Unfortunately, the food was a hit-and-miss; some dishes were stellar, while others missed the mark. Definitely can avoid Chilli cheesy bites, Bihari Mutton and Yakhni Pulao…”September 2025
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Yakhni pulao Net −1
“Unfortunately, the food was a hit-and-miss; some dishes were stellar, while others missed the mark. Definitely can avoid Chilli cheesy bites, Bihari Mutton and Yakhni Pulao…”
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“Unfortunately, the food was a hit-and-miss; some dishes were stellar, while others missed the mark. Definitely can avoid Chilli cheesy bites, Bihari Mutton and Yakhni Pulao…”September 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Reserve in advance, especially if you want the lakeside seating.
Arrive early. Allow extra time inside the hotel: finding the restaurant can be confusing.
Take the abra. If arrival is part of the occasion, choose the abra rather than valet parking for the scenic water approach.
Check sweetness. If you prefer balanced drinks or desserts, ask about sweetness before ordering from the Iftar selection.
Try tasting. The five-course set menu can help you sample more of Atrangi's reimagined Indian style.
Plan the visit
Practical details
King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St
Al Sufouh 1, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Small portions
One diner found the portions too small and said dishes finished before they had finished tasting them.
Uneven dishes
A review found the food hit-and-miss, with some dishes stellar and others missing the mark.
Sweet drinks
One Iftar review found both drinks and desserts excessively sweet rather than well balanced.
Stale cashews
A diner reported being served soggy cashews that appeared old or expired.
Family friction
One family birthday visit became uncomfortable when parents were asked to keep young children quiet.
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The Bottom Line
Atrangi by Ritu Dalmia is a polished Indian restaurant in Al Sufouh, set within Jumeirah Al Qasr by the lagoon. The evening starts unusually: diners can arrive by abra, buggy or motor boat, and several reviews say the water journey adds real occasion to dinner. It suits date nights, birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations, though one family felt the handling of energetic young children was awkward.
The cooking focuses on regional Indian ideas with modern presentation. Dal Makhani is a recurring favourite, while chole bhatura, Malwani chicken tikka, Bihari mutton curry and the filter kapi dessert also receive specific praise. Vegetarian diners report plenty of choice, and the five-course set menu is a useful way to sample the restaurant's style.
Servers are often praised for explaining each dish's history and recommending plates around individual tastes. Book ahead if lakeside seating matters, and arrive early because navigating the hotel can be confusing. Portions were called small by one diner, and feedback on consistency is mixed: some meals were outstanding, while others missed the mark.
An Iftar review also found the drinks and desserts too sweet and reported stale, soggy cashews, so it is worth raising any quality or sweetness concern promptly.