Bobi Bowl Restaurant

Name: Bobi Bowl Restaurant
Address: Wasl Port Views Building 5 - Shop No.12 Al Mina St - opposite of Port Police HQ, Bur Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971585167004

Bur Dubai

Restaurant Closed 0 585 167 004

Bobi Bowl Restaurant serves Indonesian-fusion rice bowls created by Chef Bobby Sutanto. Reviews point to the Chicken Satay and Beef Empal Gepuk as especially useful starting points, with authentic flavours presented in a casual, cozy setting.

Reputation Score

5.0

★★★★★

766 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Authentic flavours

Reviewers consistently describe the Indonesian cooking as authentic, nostalgic and close to homemade flavours.

Excellent satay

Chicken Satay is juicy, smoky and tender, with a rich peanut sauce; the satay is also reported to be peanut-free.

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What to Eat at Bobi Bowl Restaurant

These items at Bobi Bowl Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 8

Ayam pop Net +2

“The food was amaziiiing, we tried Iga Bakar and Ayam Pop and their signature salad. One of the best Indonesian resto that we tried in Dubai.”
Bakmi ayam jamur Net +2

“The bakso goreng is TOP NOTCH and I just tried the bakmi ayam jamur, it’s so good!!!”
Beef tongue Net +2

“Everything is tasty. We tried the spicy cauliflower, shrimp fritters, beef rendang, beef tongue and they all so delicious.”
Es teler Net +2

“We ended the meal with Es Teler, which was the perfect traditional sweet finish.”
Nasi bungkus Net +2

“Went here for their latest addition to the menu, which is Nasi Bungkus. First bite brings me back to Indonesia. Fusion menu with authentic taste!”
Nasi buntut bakar rica Net +2

“Nasi Buntut Bakar Rica is the first time I’m trying oxtail in my life, was nervous but you don’t feel like you’re eating something which might sound uncommon. But it’s tender and soft, full of flavor and more on the spicier side only difficulty is its little difficult to get the meat out.”
Nasi goreng katsu Net +2

“For the mains, the Nasi Goreng Katsu is a great fusion twist, but the standout for me was definitely the Nasi Buntut Bakar Rica.”
Satay Net +2

“The satay is on a next level, even my kids realy liked it.”

Honorable mentions (33)

Bakso Net +1

“Me and my wife try Ayam Pop and Bakso. We were so happy found the perfect taste of Ayam Pop in Dubai and Bakso.”
Beef empal with yellow rice Net +1

“The beef empal with yellow rice was also flavorful and satisfying.”
Bobi bowl dan dan dumplings Net +1

“The lamb satay and the Bobi Bowl Dan Dan dumplings were two particular highlights.”
Bobi bowl vegan noodle bowl Net +1

“O. M. G. !!! The Bobi Bowl Vegan Noodle bowl! Sooo good 🥺🫶🫶🫶. The portion is generous, lots of vegan meat and I actually was full from 1 dish.”
Chicken salted egg Net +1

“i ordered chicken salted egg, empal gepuk and i fu mie. they also served a little salad on the side. you have to try!!! for the ricebowl, you will have an option of white rice, yellow rice, cauliflower rice or couscous. i personally love the yellow rice. very tasty, foods are all huge portion, and their lemongrass tea is refreshing.”
Dan dan dumplings Net +1

“The Dan Dan Dumplings were another revelation, silky parcels of joy that disappeared far too quickly.”
Empal bowl Net +1

“The food was very tasty, I got the Empal Bowl..”
Gepuk Net +1

“Nasi kuning is surprisingly as my expectation. We ordered with beef tongue and gepuk are mixed perfectly.”
I fu mie Net +1

“i ordered chicken salted egg, empal gepuk and i fu mie. they also served a little salad on the side. you have to try!!! for the ricebowl, you will have an option of white rice, yellow rice, cauliflower rice or couscous. i personally love the yellow rice. very tasty, foods are all huge portion, and their lemongrass tea is refreshing.”
Iftar menu Net +1

“The Iftar menu is a fantastic deal with an opportunity to experience a lot of the dishes at a very reasonable price! Everything was fresh and delicious and we felt like it was a home cooked meal with finesse, the perfect balance.”
Iga bakar Net +1

“The food was amaziiiing, we tried Iga Bakar and Ayam Pop and their signature salad. One of the best Indonesian resto that we tried in Dubai.”
Jasmine and lemongrass iced teas Net +1

“To wash it all down, the Jasmine and Lemongrass Iced Teas were super refreshing and not overly sweet.”
Javanese chicken satay Net +1

“The dishes are amazing! Especially the Javanese Chicken Satay and The Salad!!!!!”
Lamb satay Net +1

“The lamb satay and the Bobi Bowl Dan Dan dumplings were two particular highlights.”
Mie ayam Net +1

“Best Mie Ayam and Bakso Goreng hands down in town, portion is quite large.”
Nasi ayam bali Net +1

“We tried the nasi ayam geprek, nasi ayam bali, orange juice, pisang goreng, and es teler! Everything was delicious👍 The place was very clean and comfortable, and the food was served beautifully.”
Nasi ayam geprek Net +1

“We tried the nasi ayam geprek, nasi ayam bali, orange juice, pisang goreng, and es teler! Everything was delicious👍 The place was very clean and comfortable, and the food was served beautifully.”
Nasi goreng Net +1

“I really enjoyed the nasi goreng here, it was full of flavor, nicely seasoned, and had that comforting wok aroma. The portion was very generous too, definitely enough to satisfy.”
Nasi kuning Net +1

“Nasi kuning is surprisingly as my expectation. We ordered with beef tongue and gepuk are mixed perfectly.”
Nasi kuning empal gepuk Net +1

“I also tried the Nasi Kuning Empal Gepuk and Nasi Kuning with salted chicken, both of which were fantastic.”
Nasi kuning with salted chicken Net +1

“I also tried the Nasi Kuning Empal Gepuk and Nasi Kuning with salted chicken, both of which were fantastic.”
Nasu katsu with fried rice Net +1

“Food was great especially the Nasu Katsu with Fried Rice.”
Omelette Net +1

“Omelette looks fluffy flawless….and sayur asem soup is the bomb!!!”
Pisang goreng Net +1

“We tried the nasi ayam geprek, nasi ayam bali, orange juice, pisang goreng, and es teler! Everything was delicious👍 The place was very clean and comfortable, and the food was served beautifully.”
Prawn wok Net +1

“The sate, rendang, and prawn wok were superb!”
Rendang Net +1

“The sate, rendang, and prawn wok were superb!”
Rendang with yellow rice Net +1

“I ordered rendang with yellow rice, and it was absolutely delicious!”
Satay chicken Net +1

“Then came the Satay Chicken and the Balinese Satay Lilit; the satay chicken in particular was excellent, tender and humming with a marinade that was delicious.”
Sate ayam Net +1

“One of the highlights of the restaurant is their Sate Ayam. The chicken is grilled to perfection—tender and full of flavor. The dish is served with a side of kerupuk which adds a delightful crunch and enhances the overall meal.”
Sayur asem soup Net +1

“Omelette looks fluffy flawless….and sayur asem soup is the bomb!!!”
Shrimp fritters Net +1

“Everything is tasty. We tried the spicy cauliflower, shrimp fritters, beef rendang, beef tongue and they all so delicious.”
The salad Net +1

“The dishes are amazing! Especially the Javanese Chicken Satay and The Salad!!!!!”
Wagyu gibli Net +1

“Also tried the Wagyu Gibli, loved it.”

Drinks 5

Lemongrass tea Net +4

“The jasmine and lemongrass tea also the best. It's the best Indonesian tea I've tried in middle east.”
Jasmine iced tea Net +1

“Jasmine iced tea brought me bck to my hometown :)”
Jasmine tea Net +1

“The jasmine and lemongrass tea also the best. It's the best Indonesian tea I've tried in middle east.”
Orange juice Net +1

“We tried the nasi ayam geprek, nasi ayam bali, orange juice, pisang goreng, and es teler! Everything was delicious👍 The place was very clean and comfortable, and the food was served beautifully.”
Spanish latte Net +1

“It was a great surprise to find out they now serve coffee, and I'm so happy they have my favorite Spanish latte!”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Add sambal. Order a side of sambal with your meal; it is specifically recommended with the oxtail dish.

Set spice. Ask about the spice level when ordering, since diners report that the heat can be chosen.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Wasl Port Views Building 5 - Shop No.12 Al Mina St - opposite of Port Police HQ

Madinat Dubai Al Melaheyah - Al Mina, Dubai

0 585 167 004

Mon	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tue	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wed	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thu	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fri	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sat	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Parking challenge

One reviewer found navigating the surrounding parking difficult, despite another reporting nearby parking availability.

Thick laksa

One otherwise positive review found the laksa average and overly thick and starchy.

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The Bottom Line

Bobi Bowl Restaurant is an Indonesian-fusion spot built around rice bowls, with a menu that also reaches into noodles, satay, dumplings and traditional desserts. For a first order, Chicken Satay, Beef Empal Gepuk, Nasi Ayam Geprek or Beef Rendang are well-supported choices in the reviews. The cooking is repeatedly described as authentic while still allowing modern twists such as Nasi Goreng Katsu.

Portions are commonly described as generous, and diners can choose white rice, yellow rice, cauliflower rice or couscous for some bowls. Spice levels can be adjusted, while a side of sambal adds extra heat. The peanut-free satay is a useful detail for guests with peanut allergies, though allergy-sensitive diners should still confirm preparation with the restaurant.

The room is clean, cozy and casual rather than spacious or heavily decorated. It suits family meals, with reviewers noting extra kids’ menu options, and delivery or frozen dishes are available for eating at home. Service is often praised for being friendly and helpful with recommendations.

Parking is the main practical caveat: one reviewer described the surrounding search as a “labyrinthine struggle”, while another found many nearby spaces. Laksa also received one specific criticism for being too thick and starchy. Prices are repeatedly called affordable or reasonable, but no review gives a verifiable amount.