Juicy Cevapi
Cevapi are reported as juicy and perfectly grilled, with fresh, soft somun bread.
Bosnian House Jumeirah البيت البوسني جميرا
Jumeirah
Bosnian House Jumeirah is an Eastern European restaurant focused on traditional Bosnian cooking, especially cevapi and Bosnian kebabs served with fresh bread and sauces. It is worth considering for a cozy cultural setting, hearty portions and a compact menu that also includes dishes such as soup and baklava.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
2,459 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Kebab Portions
The kebab is served with pita and two sauces, with one reviewer calling the portion generous and affordable.
Comfort Dishes
Chicken soup, baklava and other simple dishes receive specific praise for flavour and freshness.
Bosnian Atmosphere
Traditional décor and a warm, cultural setting make the small restaurant feel distinctive and comfortable.
Quick Meals
The focused menu is built around a few meat dishes, baked specialties, soups and sweets served quickly.
Side Parking
A reviewer reports parking on the side road, which is useful around this Jumeirah location.
What to Eat at Bosnian House Jumeirah البيت البوسني جميرا 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 Bosnian House Jumeirah البيت البوسني جميرا, 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 Bosnian House Jumeirah البيت البوسني جميرا, 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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Bosnian kebab Net +2
“The atmosphere was lovely, and the Bosnian kebab was absolutely amazing — full of flavor and perfectly prepared”
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“The atmosphere was lovely, and the Bosnian kebab was absolutely amazing — full of flavor and perfectly prepared”May 2026
“Amazing Bosnian kebab place. To my surpise most of the guests were not from Balkan ;) That means that the food is amazing and the word on good and delicious kebab spreads fast in Dubai. Will defo visit again when in Dubai ❤️”October 2023
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Chicken soup Net +2
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The food was even more delicious and fresh than that served in Global Village. They are available daily from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. Try their chicken soup; it's extremely tasty. The prices are reasonable given the location on Alwasl Road. 👌😋 Nothing to complain about and highly recommended 💯%”
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“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The food was even more delicious and fresh than that served in Global Village. They are available daily from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. Try their chicken soup; it's extremely tasty. The prices are reasonable given the location on Alwasl Road. 👌😋 Nothing to complain about and highly recommended 💯%”June 2022
“Please get the chicken soup...it's delicious”June 2022
Honorable mentions (13)
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Cevapi Net +1
“First incredible experience is trying their cevapi, a traditional Bosnian dish made of grilled minced meat served with bread.”
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“First incredible experience is trying their cevapi, a traditional Bosnian dish made of grilled minced meat served with bread.”June 2024
“The cevapi were juicy and perfectly grilled, and the somun bread was fresh and soft.”April 2025
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Baclawa Net +1
“Very good restaurant Clean and great service , amazing soup and baclawa , kebabs are good”
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“Very good restaurant Clean and great service , amazing soup and baclawa , kebabs are good”June 2026
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Burek Net +1
“The same menu is filled with more many mouthwatering dishes like burek,and their homemade baklava, a sweet pastry filled with nuts and honey, all prepared with love and care.”
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“The same menu is filled with more many mouthwatering dishes like burek,and their homemade baklava, a sweet pastry filled with nuts and honey, all prepared with love and care.”June 2024
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Combo Net +1
“Had the combo.”
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“Had the combo.”December 2023
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Homemade baklava Net +1
“The same menu is filled with more many mouthwatering dishes like burek,and their homemade baklava, a sweet pastry filled with nuts and honey, all prepared with love and care.”
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“The same menu is filled with more many mouthwatering dishes like burek,and their homemade baklava, a sweet pastry filled with nuts and honey, all prepared with love and care.”June 2024
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Hurmasica Net +1
“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”
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“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”December 2020
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Kabab's Net +1
“One of the best kabab's available in town...its really juicy and goes nicely with the peta bread and two types of sauces... nice portion and affordable as well...nice ambiance and seating arrangments...bosnian herbal tea is a nice choice to finish off a decent meal...”
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“One of the best kabab's available in town...its really juicy and goes nicely with the peta bread and two types of sauces... nice portion and affordable as well...nice ambiance and seating arrangments...bosnian herbal tea is a nice choice to finish off a decent meal...”January 2024
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Kebab Net +1
“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”
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“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”December 2020
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Kebabs in their bread Net +1
“The kebabs in their bread are just superb.”
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“The kebabs in their bread are just superb.”December 2023
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Pita with meat Net +1
“There’s very less options. We ordered kebabs which was delicious. We loved the taste of pita with meat.”
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“There’s very less options. We ordered kebabs which was delicious. We loved the taste of pita with meat.”June 2022
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Somun bread Net +1
“The cevapi were juicy and perfectly grilled, and the somun bread was fresh and soft.”
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“The cevapi were juicy and perfectly grilled, and the somun bread was fresh and soft.”April 2025
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Spinach cheese pita Net +1
“I had 2 type of kebabs, spinach cheese pita and dessert. Very happy about my choices ☺️.”
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“I had 2 type of kebabs, spinach cheese pita and dessert. Very happy about my choices ☺️.”March 2023
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Small lamb kebabs Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Small lamb kebabs are mild in taste and has light salt in flavour, it did come with two traditional items one was like orange sauce and other was fresh butter I think. If you are meat lover and eat less spices then you must visit this place. If you are into spicy food then may be try it for once. I think kebabs were already ready and they just put it in naan after little warming up and served us.”
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Bosnian coffee Net +1
“Another amazing experience is enjoying their refreshing Bosnian coffee. A strong and romantic drink in traditional copper pot. Enjoy your time at the Bosnian house.”
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“Another amazing experience is enjoying their refreshing Bosnian coffee. A strong and romantic drink in traditional copper pot. Enjoy your time at the Bosnian house.”June 2024
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Bosnian herbal tea Net +1
“One of the best kabab's available in town...its really juicy and goes nicely with the peta bread and two types of sauces... nice portion and affordable as well...nice ambiance and seating arrangments...bosnian herbal tea is a nice choice to finish off a decent meal...”
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“One of the best kabab's available in town...its really juicy and goes nicely with the peta bread and two types of sauces... nice portion and affordable as well...nice ambiance and seating arrangments...bosnian herbal tea is a nice choice to finish off a decent meal...”January 2024
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Coffee Net +1
“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”
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“Loved the food. The kebab was amazing, the pitas were light and tasty. The coffee was spot on and the Hurmasica was to die for.”December 2020
What to Avoid (2)
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Bosnian pljeskavia Net −1
“Ordered the Bosnian Pljeskavia and Bosnian Kebab Cevapi+. Good for 2. Food was decent. Lacked a bit of flavor, which perhaps we south Asians are more used to.”
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“Ordered the Bosnian Pljeskavia and Bosnian Kebab Cevapi+. Good for 2. Food was decent. Lacked a bit of flavor, which perhaps we south Asians are more used to.”January 2026
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Spanich and cream pastry Net −1
“Food: I love spices! The more the better. Bosnian food is not infused with spices and is very bland. It's meat heavy and was not to my liking. The cream and bread was good. The spanich and cream pastry did not taste fully cooked and also rather bland.”
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“Food: I love spices! The more the better. Bosnian food is not infused with spices and is very bland. It's meat heavy and was not to my liking. The cream and bread was good. The spanich and cream pastry did not taste fully cooked and also rather bland.”June 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Cevapi. For a first visit, start with cevapi: reviews highlight the juicy grilled meat and soft somun bread.
Expect Mildness. Expect lightly seasoned meat rather than heavy spice; this suits diners who prefer less spicy food.
Check Delivery. If ordering delivery, verify that the restaurant is open and the order is accepted before waiting for it.
Choose Seating. Pick indoor seating if traffic noise bothers you, since outdoor tables are beside a busy road.
Share Portions. The Pljeskavia and Cevapi+ combination was reported as enough for two, making it worth considering for sharing.
Check Doneness. When ordering meat, clearly request your preferred doneness and check it on arrival, given one report of undercooked meat.
Plan the visit
Practical details
552X+9V4
Umm Suqeim Second - Jumeirah 3, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Delivery Friction
Delivery requires the restaurant’s own app, with delayed acceptance updates and orders appearing to go through while closed.
Traffic Noise
Outdoor seating is beside a busy street, and revving vehicles can affect the meal.
Limited Menu
The main-course selection is small, so diners looking for broad variety may find it restrictive.
Mild Seasoning
The food may not suit guests seeking strong spice, and one reviewer missed having Tabasco or chili flakes.
Cooking Concern
One review reported meat that was raw inside, so doneness may be worth checking when ordering.
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The Bottom Line
Bosnian House Jumeirah is a compact Eastern European restaurant for traditional Bosnian food, with cevapi and Bosnian kebabs as the main draw. The cevapi have been described as juicy and perfectly grilled, while the fresh somun bread, pita and accompanying sauces make the meal feel substantial. First-time diners can also look to chicken soup, burek, baklava or Bosnian coffee for a broader introduction.
The setting is small, cozy and distinctly Bosnian, with traditional décor and some outdoor seating. Food is often reported as fresh, warm and fast, and several reviews mention welcoming, helpful service. There is side-road parking, though outdoor tables sit beside traffic and can pick up vehicle noise.
The menu is deliberately focused rather than extensive, centred on meat dishes, baked specialities, soup and sweets. Seasoning is generally mild, so spice lovers may miss chilli condiments; the restaurant does not offer Tabasco or chilli flakes according to one review. One diner also reported meat that was raw inside, making a quick doneness check sensible.
Delivery is less straightforward than dining in: the own-app process can show orders as accepted even when the restaurant is closed, with limited updates. For the clearest experience, eating in and choosing your seating looks more dependable than relying on delivery.