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Bait Al Nakhla
Palm Jumeirah
Bait Al Nakhla is a Middle Eastern restaurant on Palm Jumeirah serving Turkish and Arabic dishes in a warm, traditional setting. Reviews make it especially appealing for an Arabic breakfast tray, Turkish favourites, or an Iftar buffet with Palm views and live entertainment.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
527 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Turkish Food
Reviews single out the mixed grill, Adana kebab and Turkish-style dishes for generous portions and authentic flavour.
Iftar Buffet
The Ramadan Iftar buffet is praised for its Turkish, Arabic and international variety, fresh food and professional service.
Live Shows
Dinner can include live music, a drummer, traditional dance or a Tanoura show, giving Arabic-night visits extra atmosphere.
Outdoor Setting
The outdoor seating works well for relaxing meals when the weather is good, with views across the Palm and pool.
Family Friendly
Families and groups are mentioned positively, with a playful roaming parrot that guests can photograph.
Breakfast Trays
The Arabic breakfast tray is described as delicious and suited to a relaxed family or friends’ breakfast.
Turkish Tea
Some diners received complimentary Turkish tea after their meal, a thoughtful finishing touch.
What to Eat at Bait Al Nakhla 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 Bait Al Nakhla, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Bait Al Nakhla, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Mixed grill Net +2
“The mixed grill was perfectly cooked — juicy kofta, tender lamb chops, and flavorful chicken, all grilled to perfection. The fries were crispy, the grilled vegetables were spot on, and the fresh onion salad added a great balance to the meal.”
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Review excerpts
“The mixed grill was perfectly cooked — juicy kofta, tender lamb chops, and flavorful chicken, all grilled to perfection. The fries were crispy, the grilled vegetables were spot on, and the fresh onion salad added a great balance to the meal.”January 2026
“The mixed grill was also fantastic, fresh, tasty and properly Turkish.”October 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Adana kebab Net +1
“Very nice restaurant, very good food, Adana kebab is the best, good desert, amazing view. Live music. Good price. Very good service, Wael was the best. Turkish tea was bonus. They have a very friendly parrot. I recomand”
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“Very nice restaurant, very good food, Adana kebab is the best, good desert, amazing view. Live music. Good price. Very good service, Wael was the best. Turkish tea was bonus. They have a very friendly parrot. I recomand”December 2025
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Aed 99 three course meal Net +1
“Excellent value and quality in the AED 99 three course meal. First 2 courses very tasty and delicious. Only grumble is desserts - looked amazing but brownie and baklava all a bit hard / stale.. Thank you for a great experience!”
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“Excellent value and quality in the AED 99 three course meal. First 2 courses very tasty and delicious. Only grumble is desserts - looked amazing but brownie and baklava all a bit hard / stale.. Thank you for a great experience!”February 2022
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Arabic breakfast tray Net +1
“We had a wonderful experience at Bait Al Nakhla. We ordered the Arabic breakfast tray and it was absolutely delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“We had a wonderful experience at Bait Al Nakhla. We ordered the Arabic breakfast tray and it was absolutely delicious.”February 2026
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Chicken durum doner Net +1
“Tried their Chicken Durum Doner and Grilled Chicken – both were bursting with authentic flavors.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried their Chicken Durum Doner and Grilled Chicken – both were bursting with authentic flavors.”November 2024
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Corporate iftar Net +1
“We had a corporate iftar and had simply an amazing experience from food to ambience to the service.”
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“We had a corporate iftar and had simply an amazing experience from food to ambience to the service.”March 2025
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Dynamite prawns Net +1
“Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant in Palm Jumeirah. The Dynamite Prawns were just amazing and full of flavor. The pizza and milkshakes also tasted great.”
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Review excerpts
“Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant in Palm Jumeirah. The Dynamite Prawns were just amazing and full of flavor. The pizza and milkshakes also tasted great.”January 2026
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Egyptian koshari Net +1
“I loved Egyptian Koshari.”
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Review excerpts
“I loved Egyptian Koshari.”October 2021
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Emirati luqaimat with date syrup Net +1
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”
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Review excerpts
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”October 2021
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Grilled chicken Net +1
“Tried their Chicken Durum Doner and Grilled Chicken – both were bursting with authentic flavors.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried their Chicken Durum Doner and Grilled Chicken – both were bursting with authentic flavors.”November 2024
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Hummus Net +1
“Fresh home made bread and the hummus and other apertisers were the best we’ve had.”
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Review excerpts
“Fresh home made bread and the hummus and other apertisers were the best we’ve had.”October 2025
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Iftar buffet Net +1
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”March 2025
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Kofta with pistachio Net +1
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”March 2025
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Ramadan iftar buffet Net +1
“I had the pleasure of experiencing the Ramadan Iftar buffet at Bait Al Nakhla Restaurant, and honestly, it is one of the best I’ve tried in Dubai. The variety of dishes is outstanding, offering Turkish, Arabic, and international cuisine, all prepared with exceptional quality and authentic flavors. Every item was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented.”
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Review excerpts
“I had the pleasure of experiencing the Ramadan Iftar buffet at Bait Al Nakhla Restaurant, and honestly, it is one of the best I’ve tried in Dubai. The variety of dishes is outstanding, offering Turkish, Arabic, and international cuisine, all prepared with exceptional quality and authentic flavors. Every item was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented.”June 2026
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Seafood buffet Net +1
“Had the seafood buffet tonight some delicious fresh fish and salads, even tried bamieh with shrimp.”
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Review excerpts
“Had the seafood buffet tonight some delicious fresh fish and salads, even tried bamieh with shrimp.”February 2022
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Baklava Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing Ramadan night 🌙 ✨️. The experience of the iftar buffet was fabulous. The food yummy 😋 especially the Kofta with pistachio, the sweets very tasty, especially baklava with the unlimited Turkish tea .the show is the best music show and Tanwra show 🎊🎊. Thanks for all staff superior service ✨️”March 2025
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Spaghetti bolognese Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“We had the Istanbul Wagyu Burger and spaghetti Bolognese. The Bolognese was fine but the burger we got had a chewy bottom bun and dry patty.”
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Drinks 5
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Turkish tea Net +3
“We even were surprised with a complimentary Turkish tea after our meal to finish everything off, yummy!”
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Review excerpts
“We even were surprised with a complimentary Turkish tea after our meal to finish everything off, yummy!”September 2025
“Very nice restaurant, very good food, Adana kebab is the best, good desert, amazing view. Live music. Good price. Very good service, Wael was the best. Turkish tea was bonus. They have a very friendly parrot. I recomand”December 2025
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Jasmine refreshing tea Net +1
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”
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Review excerpts
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”October 2021
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Passion fruit mocktail Net +1
“Food and atmosphere were top notch but second only to our gracious host and server John. Beautifully prepared with the freshest of ingredients. Passion fruit mocktail was out of this world. Thank you to the staff.”
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Review excerpts
“Food and atmosphere were top notch but second only to our gracious host and server John. Beautifully prepared with the freshest of ingredients. Passion fruit mocktail was out of this world. Thank you to the staff.”June 2024
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Tangy and sweet date drink Net +1
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Delicious food started Tangy and sweet Date drink . And then with cold and hot mezze was served (very impressive variety). Followed by Seafood Harira soup . Enjoyed the delicious main course and Super delicious Desserts which had cakes, pastries , fresh fruits and very very addictive Emirati LUQAIMAT with Date syrup (in new Avtaar)Finished my delicious dinner with jasmine refreshing tea”October 2021
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Watermelon juice Net +1
“The Watermelon Juice was so refreshing, perfect to balance the spices.”
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Review excerpts
“The Watermelon Juice was so refreshing, perfect to balance the spices.”November 2024
What to Avoid (2)
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Brownie Net −1
“Only grumble is desserts - looked amazing but brownie and baklava all a bit hard / stale..”
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Critical review excerpts
“Only grumble is desserts - looked amazing but brownie and baklava all a bit hard / stale..”February 2022
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Istanbul wagyu burger Net −1
“We had the Istanbul Wagyu Burger and spaghetti Bolognese. The Bolognese was fine but the burger we got had a chewy bottom bun and dry patty. The gave us a new one which a bit better but still very basic, and nothing like the picture on the menu. And I really doubt any Wagyu beef was used.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We had the Istanbul Wagyu Burger and spaghetti Bolognese. The Bolognese was fine but the burger we got had a chewy bottom bun and dry patty. The gave us a new one which a bit better but still very basic, and nothing like the picture on the menu. And I really doubt any Wagyu beef was used.”March 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Outdoors. Go for outdoor seating in good weather if Palm and infinity-pool views are part of the plan.
Try Iftar. During Ramadan, consider the open buffet for broad Turkish, Arabic and international choice rather than a single dish.
Expect Entertainment. For a livelier dinner, ask about Arabic-night programming; reviews mention live music, traditional dance and Tanoura shows.
Share Breakfast. The Arabic breakfast tray is a useful choice for sharing with family or friends.
Check Drinks. If ordering an open buffet, check the beverage options first, as one diner felt they needed improvement.
Skip Burger. If you want the strongest match with review favourites, choose a Turkish grill dish rather than the Istanbul Wagyu Burger.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Crescent Rd
The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:45 AM |
Common Concerns
Burger Quality
One diner found the Istanbul Wagyu Burger’s bun chewy and patty dry, even after a replacement was served.
Beverage Issue
An Iftar review enjoyed the buffet but said the beverage selection needed improvement.
Dessert Texture
A three-course meal review found the brownie and baklava hard or stale despite their attractive appearance.
Inconsistent Meal
One February visit reported that both diners found their food unpleasant, showing that experiences are not uniformly positive.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 179/ instead of AED 250/ per person
sharing style feast
“Limited time offer, a sharing style feast is available for AED 179/ instead of AED 250/ per person”Google review · October 2021
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The Bottom Line
Bait Al Nakhla is a Middle Eastern restaurant on Palm Jumeirah that suits a relaxed meal with scenery and atmosphere. You can order Turkish and Arabic dishes such as mixed grill, Adana kebab and an Arabic breakfast tray, or visit during Ramadan for the Iftar buffet. The Palm, pool and sea views are a major part of the appeal.
Food feedback is strongest around grilled dishes: one mixed grill arrived with juicy kofta, tender lamb chops, chicken, crispy fries and grilled vegetables. Portions are often described as generous. Breakfast is another reliable-sounding choice, particularly the sharing-style Arabic or Turkish trays.
Some diners also received complimentary Turkish tea after their meal. This is more than a quiet dining room. Reviews mention live music, a drummer, traditional dance and Tanoura performances, while the roaming parrot Cha Cha is an unusual hit with families and photo-seekers.
Outdoor seating is especially pleasant in good weather. There are a few reasons to order carefully. One guest found the Istanbul Wagyu Burger dry and questioned its description, another found the brownie and baklava hard, and an Iftar diner wanted better beverages.
Older reviews recorded AED 99 and AED 179 package prices, so confirm current offers before booking.