Authentic cuisine
Customers describe the Lebanese food as authentic, with balanced flavours and carefully prepared dishes.
Bayt waard
Deira
Bayt Waard is a Lebanese restaurant and café in Deira, with a relaxed setting for family meals, breakfast, dinner or shisha. Reviews particularly point to well-prepared grilled dishes such as lamb chops and kebab, alongside attentive service and a comfortable atmosphere.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
644 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Grilled dishes
Lamb chops and kebab are standout orders, praised for their char, tenderness and smoky flavour.
Breakfast
Breakfast gets strong feedback, especially for foul medames, falafel and fatoush.
Good shisha
Several reviews specifically praise the shisha, making it part of the restaurant’s appeal beyond the food.
Calm setting
Reviews mention a clean, tidy and cosy atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor ambience.
Family friendly
A family review says the team was welcoming even with a lively young child.
Good value
Customers describe the portions as generous and the prices as reasonable compared with nearby alternatives.
Fast service
Multiple reviews mention quick or immediate service, useful when you want dinner without a long wait.
What to Eat at Bayt waard 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 Bayt waard, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Bayt waard, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Falafel Net +2
“I recently ate at this restaurant and tried their falafel—it was absolutely delicious! The falafel was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.”
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“I recently ate at this restaurant and tried their falafel—it was absolutely delicious! The falafel was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.”September 2025
“I came morning I tried the breakfast really i lake every thing ( soup falafel lahma b ajiiin... ) I liked the taste and came back the same evening”October 2025
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Fatoush Net +2
“We had lentil soup, fatoush, and chicken grilled item. The food taste good and they serve the food fast.”
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“We had lentil soup, fatoush, and chicken grilled item. The food taste good and they serve the food fast.”October 2024
“The food was so fresh and delicious, the best foul medames I had in a while and the fatoush was amaaazing! A great option for a fresh and hearty breakfast with great vegetarian options. The service was so welcoming and attentive and the general vibe of the place was cool, relaxing and cozy. Would 100% recommend!”April 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Calzone Net +1
“I recently had a calzone at Bayt Waard, a lovely Lebanese restaurant, and the experience was fantastic!”
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“I recently had a calzone at Bayt Waard, a lovely Lebanese restaurant, and the experience was fantastic!”September 2024
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Carpaccio Net +1
“The food was amazing! The lamb and carpaccio were really tasty, and the kunafa was incredible — I have no words to describe how delicious it was.”
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“The food was amazing! The lamb and carpaccio were really tasty, and the kunafa was incredible — I have no words to describe how delicious it was.”December 2025
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Ceaser salad Net +1
“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”
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“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”August 2024
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Escalop sandwiches Net +1
“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”
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“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”August 2024
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Foul medames Net +1
“The food was so fresh and delicious, the best foul medames I had in a while and the fatoush was amaaazing! A great option for a fresh and hearty breakfast with great vegetarian options. The service was so welcoming and attentive and the general vibe of the place was cool, relaxing and cozy. Would 100% recommend!”
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Review excerpts
“The food was so fresh and delicious, the best foul medames I had in a while and the fatoush was amaaazing! A great option for a fresh and hearty breakfast with great vegetarian options. The service was so welcoming and attentive and the general vibe of the place was cool, relaxing and cozy. Would 100% recommend!”April 2025
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Ginger lemon Net +1
“These place very nice i like the ginger lemon nice..the staff very frendly especially the cptain waiter he veey good to us…keep it up guys…thank”
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“These place very nice i like the ginger lemon nice..the staff very frendly especially the cptain waiter he veey good to us…keep it up guys…thank”September 2025
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Kabab kheshkhash Net +1
“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”
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“Food very delicious and well presented, Ceaser salad and Kabab kheshkhash , escalop sandwiches.”August 2024
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Kebab Net +1
“The kebab was equally spectacular - perfectly seasoned, with that ideal char and smoky flavor that only comes from expert grilling. Every piece was tender, flavorful, and cooked exactly right. Served on warm flatbread with all the accompaniments, it was absolutely divine.”
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“The kebab was equally spectacular - perfectly seasoned, with that ideal char and smoky flavor that only comes from expert grilling. Every piece was tender, flavorful, and cooked exactly right. Served on warm flatbread with all the accompaniments, it was absolutely divine.”October 2025
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Kunafa Net +1
“The food was amazing! The lamb and carpaccio were really tasty, and the kunafa was incredible — I have no words to describe how delicious it was.”
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“The food was amazing! The lamb and carpaccio were really tasty, and the kunafa was incredible — I have no words to describe how delicious it was.”December 2025
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Lahma b ajiiin Net +1
“I came morning I tried the breakfast really i lake every thing ( soup falafel lahma b ajiiin... ) I liked the taste and came back the same evening”
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“I came morning I tried the breakfast really i lake every thing ( soup falafel lahma b ajiiin... ) I liked the taste and came back the same evening”October 2025
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Lamb chops Net +1
“We ordered the lamb chops and the kebab, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The lamb chops were cooked to perfection - beautifully charred on the outside, incredibly tender and juicy inside, with those gorgeous bones wrapped for easy handling.”
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“We ordered the lamb chops and the kebab, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The lamb chops were cooked to perfection - beautifully charred on the outside, incredibly tender and juicy inside, with those gorgeous bones wrapped for easy handling.”October 2025
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Lentil soup Net +1
“We had lentil soup, fatoush, and chicken grilled item. The food taste good and they serve the food fast.”
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“We had lentil soup, fatoush, and chicken grilled item. The food taste good and they serve the food fast.”October 2024
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Pizza Net +1
“I had the pizza at Bayt Waard, and I was absolutely amazed! The crust was perfectly crispy, the toppings were fresh, and the cheese was gooey and delicious—seriously, one of the best pizzas I’ve had in a while!”
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“I had the pizza at Bayt Waard, and I was absolutely amazed! The crust was perfectly crispy, the toppings were fresh, and the cheese was gooey and delicious—seriously, one of the best pizzas I’ve had in a while!”September 2024
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Spicy potatoes Net +1
“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”
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“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”April 2025
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Veggie pizza Net +1
“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”
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“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”April 2025
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Shakshouka Net 0
Mixed feedback
“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”
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“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”April 2025
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Lemon mint juice Net +1
“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”
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“After a refreshing Lemon Mint juice we very much enjoyed our Shakshouka, spicy potatoes and veggie Pizza.”April 2025
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Strawberry juice Net +1
“It was y first time coming to this restaurant .. at the beginning but when they served me the strawberry juice I started smiling __ its was absolutely awesome taste wise.”
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“It was y first time coming to this restaurant .. at the beginning but when they served me the strawberry juice I started smiling __ its was absolutely awesome taste wise.”December 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose seating. Ask for the non-smoking area if you prefer to dine away from shisha smoke; the restaurant has separate zones.
Try breakfast. For a morning visit, consider foul medames and fatoush; one reviewer called them especially fresh and satisfying.
Share starters. Two appetisers may be enough for an evening meal, particularly if you find Dubai portions large.
Check parking. If you are driving, look for the RTA parking reported in front of the restaurant.
Skip shakshuka. If you want to avoid the one reported weak spot, choose another breakfast or brunch dish instead of shakshuka.
Plan the visit
Practical details
4th St
Riggat Al Buteen - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 3:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Overcooked shakshuka
One reviewer found the shakshuka overcooked, so it may be worth choosing another dish if texture matters.
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The Bottom Line
Bayt Waard is a Lebanese restaurant and café in Deira where people come for breakfast, dinner and shisha in a cosy, welcoming setting. The menu has plenty of specific standouts: lamb chops and kebab are praised for their char and tenderness, while breakfast reviewers highlight foul medames, falafel and fatoush. Kunafa also earns unusually strong dessert feedback.
Service is a major part of the experience. ” The restaurant has welcomed families, birthday dinners and even a small celebration, and one review says staff accommodated a lively child. There are separate smoking/shisha and non-smoking areas, so ask for the seating that suits your group.
Portions are described as large, and several customers consider the pricing reasonable or good value for the quality. Two appetisers were enough for one reviewer’s evening meal. Drivers may find RTA parking in front.
The only clear food caution is a report of slightly overcooked shakshuka, so breakfast fans might favour the foul medames or fatoush instead.