Mixed platter
The mixed seafood tray included lobster, seabream, jumbo prawns, mussels and crab, with portions praised as generous.
Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC
Al Karama
Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC was described in reviews as an Arabic and South Indian seafood restaurant in Al Karama, known for its boat-shaped mixed seafood platters, grilled fish and fresh Arabic bread. However, a later review reports that it is no longer operating at its listed location, so check its current status before visiting.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
341 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Boat presentation
Several reviews highlighted seafood served in a platter shaped like a boat, making the presentation part of the experience.
Grilled fish
Grilled seabream, Sheri and hamour fillet were specifically praised, including a hamour fillet cooked in its sauce.
Fresh bread
Fresh Arabic bread and complimentary kubus were recurring strengths, with reviewers praising the softness and flavour.
Seafood variety
The menu was described as spanning Egyptian, Indian, Thai and Lebanese-style seafood rather than a single familiar seafood style.
Family portions
One seafood boat was described as suitable for four people, while another fish boat was said to serve six or seven.
Friendly welcome
Reviews mention welcoming, attentive staff, including menu guidance and complimentary kubus or a welcome drink.
What to Eat at Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC 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 Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC, 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 Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 10
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Seafood bucket Net +1
“The food is also tasty we have tried seafood bucket. It comes with crabs, squid, shrimp, lobsters portion and mussels in semi gravy.”
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“The food is also tasty we have tried seafood bucket. It comes with crabs, squid, shrimp, lobsters portion and mussels in semi gravy.”May 2023
“We had bucket sea food dish from there... Food was very tasty and the presentation was very impressive... Should specially say, the staffs very friendly and attentive. Overall had a great experience and fully satisfied.. recommended to all food lovers. . Will keep visiting again.. keep it up guys.”January 2023
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Boat mix seafood platter Net +1
“The boat mix seafood platter is really worth trying.”
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“The boat mix seafood platter is really worth trying.”January 2023
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Boat set Net +1
“Boat set as well as Bucket also have a unique taste.”
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“Boat set as well as Bucket also have a unique taste.”September 2023
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Boat special fish dish Net +1
“Must try their amazing Boat special fish dish.”
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“Must try their amazing Boat special fish dish.”April 2023
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Bucket Net +1
“Boat set as well as Bucket also have a unique taste.”
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“Boat set as well as Bucket also have a unique taste.”September 2023
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Coleslaw Net +1
“The coleslaw is another favorite, with a nice balance of tangy and sweet flavors.”
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“The coleslaw is another favorite, with a nice balance of tangy and sweet flavors.”July 2023
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Egg plant masala Net +1
“Must try…. Sea bream grill … and that egg plant masala just woooooow♥️♥️♥️”
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“Must try…. Sea bream grill … and that egg plant masala just woooooow♥️♥️♥️”August 2023
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Fish biriyani Net +1
“I didnt like fish biriyani as it is normal taste.”
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“I didnt like fish biriyani as it is normal taste.”September 2023
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Fish nirvana Net +1
“Their Fish Nirvana is good but you should have it before it cools down as I believe they used cooking cream🤨.”
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“Their Fish Nirvana is good but you should have it before it cools down as I believe they used cooking cream🤨.”January 2023
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Fish nrvana Net +1
“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”
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“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”June 2023
Honorable mentions (19)
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Fresh bread Net +1
“Fresh bread was also unspeakable.”
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“Fresh bread was also unspeakable.”September 2023
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Fresh milk chay Net +1
“After food, don't forget to try their fresh milk chay!! Sometimes I drive 15km only to take the chay!!!”
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“After food, don't forget to try their fresh milk chay!! Sometimes I drive 15km only to take the chay!!!”August 2023
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Freshly baked bread Net +1
“Awesome place to hangout, nice interior, sea theme restaurant with awesome lighting, mind blowing service, highlight is that we get very fresh foods in seafood, freshly baked bread, 👍👏👏, must try location, affordable pricing 💥”
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“Awesome place to hangout, nice interior, sea theme restaurant with awesome lighting, mind blowing service, highlight is that we get very fresh foods in seafood, freshly baked bread, 👍👏👏, must try location, affordable pricing 💥”January 2023
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Garlic bread Net +1
“The garlic bread is a popular choice, with customers saying it's some of the best they've ever had.”
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“The garlic bread is a popular choice, with customers saying it's some of the best they've ever had.”July 2023
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Hamour fillet Net +1
“The hamour fillet was grilled to perfection in their sauce.”
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“The hamour fillet was grilled to perfection in their sauce.”January 2023
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Inhouse kuboos Net +1
“Their inhouse kuboos was soft and the seafood was well cooked and so delicious which gives a rating of 4.7/5.”
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“Their inhouse kuboos was soft and the seafood was well cooked and so delicious which gives a rating of 4.7/5.”December 2022
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Lime oil infused fish Net +1
“We had ordered a mixed boat and lime oil infused fish which was really nice and worth the money.”
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“We had ordered a mixed boat and lime oil infused fish which was really nice and worth the money.”December 2022
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Mixed boat Net +1
“We had ordered a mixed boat and lime oil infused fish which was really nice and worth the money.”
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“We had ordered a mixed boat and lime oil infused fish which was really nice and worth the money.”December 2022
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Mixed sea food tray Net +1
“The mixed sea food Tray with Lobster, Seabreem, Jumbo prawns, mussels and Crab was amazing overall 10/5 Great!!!👍😀😁”
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“The mixed sea food Tray with Lobster, Seabreem, Jumbo prawns, mussels and Crab was amazing overall 10/5 Great!!!👍😀😁”June 2024
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Pazhampori Net +1
“Tried platter, tea, pazhampori. All were very good and friendly staff”
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“Tried platter, tea, pazhampori. All were very good and friendly staff”September 2023
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Prawns mango curry Net +1
“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”
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“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”June 2023
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Scallops Net +1
“The shrimp and scallops are also a big hit, with customers praising their succulent and juicy texture.”
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“The shrimp and scallops are also a big hit, with customers praising their succulent and juicy texture.”July 2023
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Sea bream Net +1
“Sea bream was tasty, But prawn 🍤 spaghetti was not good.”
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“Sea bream was tasty, But prawn 🍤 spaghetti was not good.”April 2023
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Sea bream grill Net +1
“Must try…. Sea bream grill … and that egg plant masala just woooooow♥️♥️♥️”
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“Must try…. Sea bream grill … and that egg plant masala just woooooow♥️♥️♥️”August 2023
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Seafood soup Net +1
“As they suggested we have ordered the seafood soup and it was really nice.”
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“As they suggested we have ordered the seafood soup and it was really nice.”January 2023
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Special boat seafood Net +1
“I went with my family for the dinner and tried their special Boat Seafood good for 4 people. I would say the presentation was as good as the ambience of the restaurant and good for family. Their inhouse kuboos was soft and the seafood was well cooked and so delicious which gives a rating of 4.7/5.”
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“I went with my family for the dinner and tried their special Boat Seafood good for 4 people. I would say the presentation was as good as the ambience of the restaurant and good for family. Their inhouse kuboos was soft and the seafood was well cooked and so delicious which gives a rating of 4.7/5.”December 2022
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Squid fry Net +1
“Squid Fry.The chicken was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, with just the right amount of smoky flavor. What truly impressed me was the accompanying bread, bread was simply good.The squid was expertly cooked, tender, and not the least bit chewy. The dish was seasoned with a hint of pepper that evoked a homely taste, creating a comforting sensation. The flavors were well-balanced, and the texture of the squid was spot-on.”
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“Squid Fry.The chicken was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, with just the right amount of smoky flavor. What truly impressed me was the accompanying bread, bread was simply good.The squid was expertly cooked, tender, and not the least bit chewy. The dish was seasoned with a hint of pepper that evoked a homely taste, creating a comforting sensation. The flavors were well-balanced, and the texture of the squid was spot-on.”June 2023
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Cream soup Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“We also tried their famous cream soup which was again just okay.. overall it was an average experience.”
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Sea bream grilled Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Then we had the Sea Bream Grilled but for me it’s just OKAY.”
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Drinks 2
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Chai Net +1
“Chai is okay.”
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“Chai is okay.”March 2023
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Mojito’s Net +1
“Mojito’s are delicious.blueberry one is a must try.”
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“Mojito’s are delicious.blueberry one is a must try.”June 2023
What to Avoid (7)
Food 7
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Beef curry Net −1
“And the parotta was cold and soggy when too many bone pieces in the beef curry.”
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“And the parotta was cold and soggy when too many bone pieces in the beef curry.”March 2023
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Chapathi Net −1
“Chapathi was bad.”
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“Chapathi was bad.”January 2023
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Charcoal chicken Net −1
“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”
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Critical review excerpts
“Went to this place for the first time, they can accommodate any no of people, food was good but the service was slow, interior is good , people are nice , their fish nrvana was tasty and prawns mango curry was good as well, charcoal chicken was bit old and smelly”June 2023
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Parotta Net −1
“And the parotta was cold and soggy when too many bone pieces in the beef curry.”
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“And the parotta was cold and soggy when too many bone pieces in the beef curry.”March 2023
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Prawns roast Net −1
“We ordered Prawns roast, it was pathetic, it was bitter and extremely spicy. There was no taste whatsoever.”
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“We ordered Prawns roast, it was pathetic, it was bitter and extremely spicy. There was no taste whatsoever.”March 2023
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Sea food platter Net −1
“Ordered sea food platter and the presentation and ambience will take you through the ocean and once we started to eat, the taste made us to fell in that ocean 🌊 itself ... The broasted squids didn't even had salt in it and the prawns were not properly cleaned. The fish's masala's were not properly marinated and doesn't even tasted good.”
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“Ordered sea food platter and the presentation and ambience will take you through the ocean and once we started to eat, the taste made us to fell in that ocean 🌊 itself ... The broasted squids didn't even had salt in it and the prawns were not properly cleaned. The fish's masala's were not properly marinated and doesn't even tasted good.”December 2022
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Shawarma Net −1
“Shawarma is so-so. A lil spicy. I guess we should have told them to give us the normal one.”
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“Shawarma is so-so. A lil spicy. I guess we should have told them to give us the normal one.”March 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Check first. Verify that the restaurant is still operating and confirm the location before setting out, as a later review says the listed address was wrong.
Clarify boat. Ask exactly which seafood is included in the boat and explain any fish preferences before ordering; one group felt pressured toward it.
Eat warm. If ordering Fish Nirvana, eat it before it cools, as one reviewer felt its cream-based preparation changed when cold.
Try chutney. The boat was reported to come with hummus and Arabic bread; one review specifically recommends eating it with the spicy chutney.
Parking. If the venue is operating at the reviewed location, public paid parking was reported as available.
Order bread. Fresh bread is a worthwhile accompaniment: reviewers repeatedly mentioned Arabic bread, kubus and in-house bread alongside seafood.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Telal No 7
Al Karama, Dubai
Common Concerns
Location status
A later review reports that the restaurant was no longer operating at its listed location and that the Google Maps address was incorrect.
Price concerns
Some diners found the boat or other dishes expensive, with one review saying the price was higher than expected.
Uneven service
Service was described as poor on one return visit, while another reviewer found it slow.
Oily bucket
The seafood bucket was called very oily; the restaurant later attributed this to butter and olive oil.
Inconsistent dishes
Reviews were mixed on individual dishes, including disappointing prawns roast, prawn spaghetti and fish biriyani.
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The Bottom Line
Boat Seafood Restaurant LLC was described in older reviews as an Arabic and South Indian seafood restaurant in Al Karama, with a menu that also drew on Egyptian, Indian, Thai and Lebanese flavours. The main reason to consider it was the presentation: mixed seafood arrived in a boat-shaped platter, sometimes with lobster, seabream, prawns, mussels and crab. Seafood buckets were another popular order.
Grilled seabream, Sheri and hamour fillet received specific praise, while the creamy seafood soup, Fish Nirvana and squid fry also attracted repeat mentions. Fresh Arabic bread or kubus was a standout accompaniment, and one review recommends pairing the boat with spicy chutney. Seating was described as comfortable for families and larger groups, with portions sometimes reported as enough for four to seven people.
The experience was not completely consistent. Some diners found prices high, the seafood bucket oily or individual dishes disappointing; service ranged from attentive menu guidance to slow or poor. If Fish Nirvana is ordered, one reviewer suggests eating it before it cools.
Most importantly, a review posted in August 2024 says the restaurant was no longer operating at its listed location and that Google Maps showed an incorrect address. Verify the current status and location before making the trip.