Park Views
The terrace overlooks Mushrif Park and its trees, giving daytime and cooler-weather visits a distinctly green setting.
Batchig - Dubai Mirdif
Mirdif
Batchig is an Armenian restaurant in Mirdif serving Armenian-Lebanese dishes, with indoor dining and a terrace overlooking green parkland. Reviews highlight dishes such as hummus and mix grill, plus shisha and live entertainment for a relaxed evening.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
200 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Armenian-Lebanese
Customers describe the menu as a tasty mix of Armenian and Lebanese cooking, with fresh flavours and several distinctive dishes.
Named Favourites
The itch Armenian salad, tender shish tawook and tikka were singled out as especially good on one first visit.
Shisha Terrace
The outdoor area combines relaxed seating with shisha, including a broad choice of flavours and a Russian tobacco option.
Live Music
Reviews mention live violin, piano, organ and Arabic entertainment, adding music to selected evenings.
Large Portions
Portion reports vary, but several diners found the servings generous, including one dinner where portions were described as big.
What to Eat at Batchig - Dubai Mirdif 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 Batchig - Dubai Mirdif, 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 Batchig - Dubai Mirdif, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 3
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Mixed grill Net +3
“We pretty much tried everything, from starters to dessert. Mixed grill was awesome.”
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Review excerpts
“We pretty much tried everything, from starters to dessert. Mixed grill was awesome.”August 2022
“The food was so delicious with the mix grill and salads, appetizers. Outdoor seating is also available with amazing views.”June 2022
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Mante Net +2
“Food was really good! We tried a few appetizers and the main mante was delicious!”
Positive 2Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“Food was really good! We tried a few appetizers and the main mante was delicious!”July 2022
“Food amazing . I tried first time in my life classic Mante, just wow, go for it. Very nice personal, chilling atmosphere. And you can enjoy good shisha also!”August 2022
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Shish tawook Net +2
“The food was excellent especially the itch armenian salad is a must try, tender shish tawook and the tikka.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was excellent especially the itch armenian salad is a must try, tender shish tawook and the tikka.”February 2023
“I had the best felafel and shish tawook here.”January 2023
Honorable mentions (14)
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Beetroot feta super salad Net +1
“You must try the beetroot feta super salad its very delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“You must try the beetroot feta super salad its very delicious.”November 2022
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Beetroot mutabal Net +1
“The food is amazing, i loved the beetroot mutabal.”
Positive 1Negative 0
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“The food is amazing, i loved the beetroot mutabal.”August 2022
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Beetroot salad Net +1
“We have tried so many different dishes and my favorite were Karaz Kebab and Beetroot Salad! However all their meals are very delicious and tempting!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We have tried so many different dishes and my favorite were Karaz Kebab and Beetroot Salad! However all their meals are very delicious and tempting!”September 2022
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Fata with cherries Net +1
“A must try Armenian food loved the fata with cherries and the manti.. the terrace has a nice view and very chilled vibes..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“A must try Armenian food loved the fata with cherries and the manti.. the terrace has a nice view and very chilled vibes..”December 2022
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Fattet karaz Net +1
“The food was outstanding and make sure to try the Fattet Karaz, you will love it.”
Positive 1Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“The food was outstanding and make sure to try the Fattet Karaz, you will love it.”January 2023
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Felafel Net +1
“I had the best felafel and shish tawook here.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I had the best felafel and shish tawook here.”January 2023
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Hummus Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the hummus and tabbouleh, as well as the mix grill.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I particularly enjoyed the hummus and tabbouleh, as well as the mix grill.”March 2023
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Itch armenian salad Net +1
“The food was excellent especially the itch armenian salad is a must try, tender shish tawook and the tikka.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food was excellent especially the itch armenian salad is a must try, tender shish tawook and the tikka.”February 2023
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Karaz kebab Net +1
“We have tried so many different dishes and my favorite were Karaz Kebab and Beetroot Salad! However all their meals are very delicious and tempting!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We have tried so many different dishes and my favorite were Karaz Kebab and Beetroot Salad! However all their meals are very delicious and tempting!”September 2022
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Lamb kebabs Net +1
“The food was upto the mark with soft lamb kebabs.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was upto the mark with soft lamb kebabs.”July 2022
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Manti Net +1
“A must try Armenian food loved the fata with cherries and the manti.. the terrace has a nice view and very chilled vibes..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“A must try Armenian food loved the fata with cherries and the manti.. the terrace has a nice view and very chilled vibes..”December 2022
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Tabbouleh Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the hummus and tabbouleh, as well as the mix grill.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I particularly enjoyed the hummus and tabbouleh, as well as the mix grill.”March 2023
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Sarma Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Ordered 2 mante, 1 fattit karaz, sarma and soujouk. We waited 35 minutes and our food hadn’t arrived yet, when I asked the server he said there was a delay because it was too crowded where there was only 2 tables taken. And only when I complained about the slowness of the service, the server said that 2 items that we ordered wasn’t available. After all this time. And then they ended up serving a platter that we never ordered The food was okay but overall it’s sad to start this way. We came all the way from downtown to try Will be out last visit for sure”
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Soujouk Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Ordered 2 mante, 1 fattit karaz, sarma and soujouk. We waited 35 minutes and our food hadn’t arrived yet, when I asked the server he said there was a delay because it was too crowded where there was only 2 tables taken. And only when I complained about the slowness of the service, the server said that 2 items that we ordered wasn’t available. After all this time. And then they ended up serving a platter that we never ordered The food was okay but overall it’s sad to start this way. We came all the way from downtown to try Will be out last visit for sure”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
What to Avoid (3)
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Mashawi Net −1
“beautiful restaurant with live music, the food was delicious , mashawi can be better , we went for ladies night so shisha included & we had really great time on the terrace , i recommand to visit it . it's inside millenium place hotel 5th floor.”
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Critical review excerpts
“beautiful restaurant with live music, the food was delicious , mashawi can be better , we went for ladies night so shisha included & we had really great time on the terrace , i recommand to visit it . it's inside millenium place hotel 5th floor.”November 2022
Drinks 2
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Beer Net −1
“without mentioning the fact that we kept reminding them of the order every 5 mins… they also said the beer was warm and wanted to serve it with ice… “no comments””
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“without mentioning the fact that we kept reminding them of the order every 5 mins… they also said the beer was warm and wanted to serve it with ice… “no comments””December 2022
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Draft beer Net −1
“Halfway through the first half of the game, we were told the draft beer is still hot, and they can bring it, but with ice! Really?”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Halfway through the first half of the game, we were told the draft beer is still hot, and they can bring it, but with ice! Really?”December 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Orders. Confirm every dish as it arrives and review the bill carefully, especially when ordering à la carte alongside a set meal.
Allow Time. Visit when you are not rushed; reviews include waits of 35 minutes, 40 minutes and two hours for food or shisha.
Ask Availability. Before settling in, confirm that your chosen dishes are available; one table learned after waiting that two ordered items were unavailable.
Choose Tobacco. If you are not a regular shisha smoker, ask for a lighter flavour: one review found the Russian tobacco extremely intense.
Try Terrace. For the strongest setting, choose the terrace in cooler weather or daylight, when reviews specifically praise the park view.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Mirdif Hills Avenue, 78th Street, Floor 5 Dubai, UAE
Mirdif, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews describe long waits, including a two-hour delay for three dishes and a 40-minute wait for shisha.
Order Errors
Customers report missing dishes, wrong desserts and even a platter arriving that was never ordered.
Billing Issue
One iftar table was billed for four set meals and unserved à-la-carte dishes, with no discount offered after the complaint.
Food Inconsistency
Although many diners enjoyed the food, other reviews describe dishes arriving cold, overcooked or only average.
Furniture Wear
Outdoor furniture and upholstery were flagged for attention, while another review noted a broken speaker.
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The Bottom Line
Batchig is an Armenian restaurant in Mirdif with indoor seating, a terrace overlooking green parkland and a menu that blends Armenian and Lebanese cooking. It suits a relaxed meal with shisha or live entertainment, rather than a quick stop when you are on a tight schedule. Food highlights mentioned by diners include hummus, tabbouleh, mix grill, shish tawook, tikka, classic mante and Fattet Karaz.
The itch Armenian salad was called a must-try, while beetroot feta salad and beetroot mutabal also received specific praise. Reviews describe the food as fresh and generous in some visits, though portion size and quality are not completely consistent. The terrace is the main draw: customers mention views over Mushrif Park, greenery, piano, violin, organ and Arabic entertainment on selected evenings.
Shisha comes with a choice of flavours, but one reviewer found the Russian tobacco extremely intense and preferred a milder blueberry option. Service is the key caution. Some visits were prompt and attentive, while others involved missing or incorrect dishes, long waits and billing problems.
Confirm availability, track your order and check the bill before leaving.