Iraqi flavours
Customers describe the food as authentically Baghdadi, with dolma, kebab and other dishes recalling home cooking.
Beytoona Al Baghdadi - بيتونة البغدادي
Al Barsha
Beytoona Al Baghdadi is a casual Iraqi fast-casual restaurant in Al Barsha, known for traditional dishes served in a relaxed setting. Reviews point first-time visitors towards the Iraqi kebab and lamb shawarma, with breakfast favourites such as shakshuka also making an appearance.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
231 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Iraqi kebab
The Iraqi kebab is repeatedly singled out for being fresh, juicy, tender and especially worth trying.
Shawarma
Iraqi-style lamb shawarma is another standout, with reviewers praising both its flavour and meat quality.
Charcoal grilling
The grilled-food menu has a useful point of difference: one reviewer says all grilled dishes are cooked over charcoal.
Generous portions
Portions are substantial; a group of five finished a 1 kg mixed grill, while another review calls servings very generous.
Fresh bread
Freshly baked samoon and other bread are served warm, and some diners received complimentary bread with their meal.
Breakfast option
The restaurant also works for breakfast, with one regular specifically returning weekly for the shakshuka.
Family setting
Reviews mention comfortable seating, a clean atmosphere and an easygoing setting for family meals and larger groups.
What to Eat at Beytoona Al Baghdadi - بيتونة البغدادي 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 Beytoona Al Baghdadi - بيتونة البغدادي, 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 Beytoona Al Baghdadi - بيتونة البغدادي got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Iraqi kebab Net +11
“I was suggest trying the Iraqi kebab that was amazing! It was so good, didn’t have enough time to take pictures!”
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“I was suggest trying the Iraqi kebab that was amazing! It was so good, didn’t have enough time to take pictures!”July 2025
“This is first time eating Kebab for me. It was so delicious and service is really nice!”November 2025
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Iraqi shawarma Net +3
“Oh boy !They know how to make iraqi shawarma.I tried iraqi food here.If it was possible i would give 11 out of 10 for the iraqi shawarma and kebab”
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“Oh boy !They know how to make iraqi shawarma.I tried iraqi food here.If it was possible i would give 11 out of 10 for the iraqi shawarma and kebab”August 2025
“Small cozy joint. Iraqi style shawrma and kabab are their best dishes. Nice friendly service. It is my favorite Iraqi shawrma in Dubai”October 2025
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Lamb shawarma Net +3
“We ordered Iraqi Kebab along with Lamb Shawarma. These were exceptionally really fresh and delicious.”
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“We ordered Iraqi Kebab along with Lamb Shawarma. These were exceptionally really fresh and delicious.”February 2026
“Tried their lamb shawarma and falafel sandwiches with iraqi special sauce must try”October 2025
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Shawarma Net +3
“Amazing shawarma and lamb ! The best quality meat in Dubai ! ✨”
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“Amazing shawarma and lamb ! The best quality meat in Dubai ! ✨”April 2026
“The shawarmas were great 👍 👌 they blew my mind the service was good and the atmosphere was nice clean and comfortable .”June 2026
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Dolma Net +2
“Everything from the dolma to the kabab was spot on.”
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“Everything from the dolma to the kabab was spot on.”November 2025
“The dolma stood out as a very good dish.”September 2025
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Hummus Net +2
“The Iraqi kebab is a must try and the hummus, mutabbal and fresh baked bread are epic.”
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“The Iraqi kebab is a must try and the hummus, mutabbal and fresh baked bread are epic.”June 2025
“We enjoyed every dish from the mixed platter and shawarmas ,hummus to the kunafas.”March 2026
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Iraqi samoon bread Net +2
“Nice staff, good service and great food for breakfast or quick bites. Authentic iraqi food, tried several items off the menu and all tasted good (fresh samoon from oven was a big plus)”
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“Nice staff, good service and great food for breakfast or quick bites. Authentic iraqi food, tried several items off the menu and all tasted good (fresh samoon from oven was a big plus)”May 2025
“Everything is so fresh, down to the bread they serve you that is baked in house (Iraqi samoon bread >>>) Don’t miss out on their Kahi and Gemar, it’s a great way to end your meal with some of their tea.”June 2025
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Lamb chops Net +2
“I loved the quality of the food so much the first time I came (I had the lamb chops) that I returned the following evening.”
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“I loved the quality of the food so much the first time I came (I had the lamb chops) that I returned the following evening.”November 2025
“Delicious food! The lamb chops, mezze, and falafel were absolutely fantastic. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Will definitely come back!”May 2025
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Lentil soup Net +2
“Their complimentary lentil soup and bread were delicious as well.”
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“Their complimentary lentil soup and bread were delicious as well.”March 2026
“The lentil soup that was given was amazing that we asked for seconds.”May 2026
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اللحم عجين Net +2
“very delicious Arabic cuisine, meat was super, bread direct from the oven , lahm_agin was so delicious. service was perfect. thanks.”
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“very delicious Arabic cuisine, meat was super, bread direct from the oven , lahm_agin was so delicious. service was perfect. thanks.”February 2026
“Highly recommended to try their signature “باگلة بالدهن” and “اللحم عجين” perfect choices for a traditional Iraqi brunch or breakfast. The taste is rich, comforting, and true to its roots.”May 2025
Honorable mentions (15)
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1 Kg mix grill Net +1
“Absolutely delicious food. We were 5 had the 1 kg mix grill and there was not a crumb left on the plate.”
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“Absolutely delicious food. We were 5 had the 1 kg mix grill and there was not a crumb left on the plate.”May 2026
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Falafel Net +1
“Delicious food! The lamb chops, mezze, and falafel were absolutely fantastic. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Will definitely come back!”
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“Delicious food! The lamb chops, mezze, and falafel were absolutely fantastic. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Will definitely come back!”May 2025
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Falafel sandwiches Net +1
“Tried their lamb shawarma and falafel sandwiches with iraqi special sauce must try”
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“Tried their lamb shawarma and falafel sandwiches with iraqi special sauce must try”October 2025
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Gemar Net +1
“Everything is so fresh, down to the bread they serve you that is baked in house (Iraqi samoon bread >>>) Don’t miss out on their Kahi and Gemar, it’s a great way to end your meal with some of their tea.”
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“Everything is so fresh, down to the bread they serve you that is baked in house (Iraqi samoon bread >>>) Don’t miss out on their Kahi and Gemar, it’s a great way to end your meal with some of their tea.”June 2025
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Grilled fish Net +1
“I had the grilled fish (all grilled food is grilled on a charcoal grill!). It was also very good.”
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“I had the grilled fish (all grilled food is grilled on a charcoal grill!). It was also very good.”November 2025
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Kahi Net +1
“Everything is so fresh, down to the bread they serve you that is baked in house (Iraqi samoon bread >>>) Don’t miss out on their Kahi and Gemar, it’s a great way to end your meal with some of their tea.”
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“Everything is so fresh, down to the bread they serve you that is baked in house (Iraqi samoon bread >>>) Don’t miss out on their Kahi and Gemar, it’s a great way to end your meal with some of their tea.”June 2025
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Makhlama Net +1
“Ordered mixed grill and makhlama and they were delicious.”
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“Ordered mixed grill and makhlama and they were delicious.”October 2025
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Mix salad Net +1
“Their mix salad is a must order.”
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“Their mix salad is a must order.”March 2026
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Mixed grill Net +1
“Ordered mixed grill and makhlama and they were delicious.”
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“Ordered mixed grill and makhlama and they were delicious.”October 2025
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Mixed platter Net +1
“We enjoyed every dish from the mixed platter and shawarmas ,hummus to the kunafas.”
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“We enjoyed every dish from the mixed platter and shawarmas ,hummus to the kunafas.”March 2026
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Mutabbal Net +1
“The Iraqi kebab is a must try and the hummus, mutabbal and fresh baked bread are epic.”
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“The Iraqi kebab is a must try and the hummus, mutabbal and fresh baked bread are epic.”June 2025
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Shakshuka Net +1
“I come here for breakfast EVERY week. Love the Shakshuka.”
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“I come here for breakfast EVERY week. Love the Shakshuka.”September 2025
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Shawarma platter Net +1
“I ordered the shawarma platter, and it was absolutely delicious! The portions were generous and full of flavor.”
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“I ordered the shawarma platter, and it was absolutely delicious! The portions were generous and full of flavor.”May 2025
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باگلة بالدهن Net +1
“Highly recommended to try their signature “باگلة بالدهن” and “اللحم عجين” perfect choices for a traditional Iraqi brunch or breakfast. The taste is rich, comforting, and true to its roots.”
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“Highly recommended to try their signature “باگلة بالدهن” and “اللحم عجين” perfect choices for a traditional Iraqi brunch or breakfast. The taste is rich, comforting, and true to its roots.”May 2025
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يابسة Net +1
“Amazing and authentic Iraqi food - the taste and the texture of the يابسة was just perfect!”
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“Amazing and authentic Iraqi food - the taste and the texture of the يابسة was just perfect!”July 2026
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Tea Net +1
“The food is amazing here The kebab is really delicious and tea was really good Overall had a nice dinner experience here with folks a MUST VISIT”
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“The food is amazing here The kebab is really delicious and tea was really good Overall had a nice dinner experience here with folks a MUST VISIT”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Start kebab. For a first visit, try the Iraqi kebab; several reviews identify it as a standout dish.
Add kunafa. Leave room for dessert and consider the cheese kunafa, which one reviewer called the best they had.
Try breakfast. Breakfast is worth considering, especially the shakshuka; one reviewer visits every week for it.
Use the extras. Ask about the complimentary soup, bread and pickles; one table said these were refilled as often as requested.
Visit in groups. Large parties are accommodated: a group of 16 enjoyed mixed platters, shawarmas, hummus and kunafa.
Consider outdoors. When the weather is pleasant, ask about outdoor seating; one diner chose to sit outside during an evening visit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha - Dubai
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent freshness
One customer reported meat that was not fresh, tough and malodorous, followed by stomach pain after eating.
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The Bottom Line
Beytoona Al Baghdadi is a casual Iraqi fast-casual restaurant in Al Barsha, with a menu that suits both a quick shawarma stop and a longer family meal. The clearest starting points are the Iraqi kebab, lamb shawarma, dolma and mixed grill. Reviews consistently describe the flavours as traditional and close to home-style Baghdadi cooking.
Portions are generous: five diners finished a 1 kg mixed grill, and larger groups have enjoyed mixed platters without trouble. Grilled dishes are cooked over charcoal, while the bread is served fresh from the oven. Several meals also came with complimentary lentil soup, bread, pickles and other sides, with one table saying they were refilled on request.
Breakfast is another reason to visit, particularly the shakshuka. The atmosphere is described as clean, warm and comfortable for families, with friendly, attentive service and outdoor seating available when the weather is pleasant. Finish with cheese kunafa if you have room.
There is one important caveat: a January 2026 reviewer reported meat that was tough, smelly and apparently not fresh, followed by stomach pain. That stands apart from the otherwise strongly positive feedback, but it is worth bearing in mind.
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