Yemeni Tradition
Reviewers describe it as a long-running Yemeni restaurant, with some saying the food has stayed consistent for decades.
Brothers Restaurant
Hor Al Anz
Brothers Restaurant is a compact Yemeni restaurant in Hor Al Anz, known for traditional mandi-style dishes and Arabic food. Reviewers often come for the chicken or lamb mandi, while the complimentary soup is a small but frequently praised part of the meal.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
468 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tasty Soup
The soup is repeatedly praised, and several reviews mention it being complimentary with an ordered dish.
Mandi Rice
Several diners specifically like the mandi rice, with one calling its flavour distinct from nearby alternatives.
Madfoun Chicken
Chicken Madfoun received a clearly positive mention, especially compared with the reviewer's less-liked Aseed.
Metro Nearby
The restaurant is described as very near Abu Bakar Metro Station, making it practical for a metro trip.
Affordable
Some customers consider the pricing reasonable, particularly for traditional Arabic and Yemeni food.
What to Eat at Brothers Restaurant 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 Brothers Restaurant, 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 Brothers Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Mandhi Net +3
“My personal opinion on Mandi, their rice flavour is simply great and quite different from the rest.”
Positive 4Negative 1
Review excerpts
“My personal opinion on Mandi, their rice flavour is simply great and quite different from the rest.”March 2021
“Wonderful place to try Mandi but little the quantity is less for what they are charging.”April 2024
Honorable mentions (20)
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Bandeq lamb shoulder Net +1
“If you want more proteins go for bandeq lamb shoulder it serves with plenty of rice and add yugurt and tomato souce with 2 person's unlimited soup serving.”
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“If you want more proteins go for bandeq lamb shoulder it serves with plenty of rice and add yugurt and tomato souce with 2 person's unlimited soup serving.”July 2021
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Biryani Net +1
“Good restaurant, English name is Brothers Restaurant, it's Yemenite Food restaurant have Mandhi, Madhbi, Madhfoon chicken and muttons and also sweat after there is special black tea which will be served in free of cost, outside RTA paid parking available just 150 meter distance from Abu Backr Metro station and there is also Biryani which is cheapest, delicious and good quality rice.”
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Review excerpts
“Good restaurant, English name is Brothers Restaurant, it's Yemenite Food restaurant have Mandhi, Madhbi, Madhfoon chicken and muttons and also sweat after there is special black tea which will be served in free of cost, outside RTA paid parking available just 150 meter distance from Abu Backr Metro station and there is also Biryani which is cheapest, delicious and good quality rice.”September 2019
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Burma Net +1
“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”
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Review excerpts
“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”October 2022
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Chicken madfoun Net +1
“I recently dined at Brothers Restaurant and tried the Aseed and Chicken Madfoun. I ordered Aseed out of curiosity since many around me were having it, but personally, I didn’t enjoy the taste(just my opinion). On the other hand, the Chicken Madfoun was really good and flavorful.”
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Review excerpts
“I recently dined at Brothers Restaurant and tried the Aseed and Chicken Madfoun. I ordered Aseed out of curiosity since many around me were having it, but personally, I didn’t enjoy the taste(just my opinion). On the other hand, the Chicken Madfoun was really good and flavorful.”May 2025
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Chicken mazbi Net +1
“Very tasty chicken mazbi.”
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“Very tasty chicken mazbi.”January 2022
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Farsh’ grilled fish Net +1
“Farsh’ the grilled fish is the best. Traditional yemani food flavor.”
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“Farsh’ the grilled fish is the best. Traditional yemani food flavor.”May 2021
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Fish grill Net +1
“And there small fish grill is sufficient for 2 people, they serve it with hamous and tandori roti. The cost is 30 AED, and soup is free of cost if other dish are ordered. Highly recommended.”
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“And there small fish grill is sufficient for 2 people, they serve it with hamous and tandori roti. The cost is 30 AED, and soup is free of cost if other dish are ordered. Highly recommended.”September 2019
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Handeq lamb ribs Net +1
“I recommend handeq lamb ribs .”
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“I recommend handeq lamb ribs .”July 2021
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Kunafa Net +1
“Their kunafa 🤤”
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“Their kunafa 🤤”February 2023
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Lamb chops Net +1
“One of the best Yemeni restaurant to have Lamb Chops with Hammus, Red Tomato Chuttney & Bread.”
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“One of the best Yemeni restaurant to have Lamb Chops with Hammus, Red Tomato Chuttney & Bread.”November 2021
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Lamb handeq Net +1
“When ever I visit this area I specilay visit them for their lamb handeq.”
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“When ever I visit this area I specilay visit them for their lamb handeq.”July 2021
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Lamb mandi Net +1
“Food taste is better as compare to other nearby restaurants for lamb Mandi and lamb shoulder .”
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“Food taste is better as compare to other nearby restaurants for lamb Mandi and lamb shoulder .”July 2021
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Lamb shoulder Net +1
“Food taste is better as compare to other nearby restaurants for lamb Mandi and lamb shoulder .”
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“Food taste is better as compare to other nearby restaurants for lamb Mandi and lamb shoulder .”July 2021
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Lamb with their special bread Net +1
“Their test of lamb with their special bread is extreme.”
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“Their test of lamb with their special bread is extreme.”February 2022
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Madfoon Net +1
“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”
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“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”October 2022
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Madhbi Net +1
“Madhbi and Mandi is just delicious 😋”
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“Madhbi and Mandi is just delicious 😋”June 2021
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Mutton mandhi Net +1
“Mutton Mandhi is starting from AED-40/ and it is very nice.”
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“Mutton Mandhi is starting from AED-40/ and it is very nice.”April 2019
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Mutton soup Net +1
“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”
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“Their best dishes are Mutton soup, madfoon & burma.”October 2022
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Seekh boti Net +1
“Instead of Tikka they served Seekh Boti and I ordered 'roti' which was so big.”
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Review excerpts
“Instead of Tikka they served Seekh Boti and I ordered 'roti' which was so big.”March 2024
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Chicken mandi Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Had great Chicken Mandi, they have a good variety of arabic food.”
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Review excerpts
“Had great Chicken Mandi, they have a good variety of arabic food.”February 2020
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Black tea Net +1
“Good restaurant, English name is Brothers Restaurant, it's Yemenite Food restaurant have Mandhi, Madhbi, Madhfoon chicken and muttons and also sweat after there is special black tea which will be served in free of cost, outside RTA paid parking available just 150 meter distance from Abu Backr Metro station and there is also Biryani which is cheapest, delicious and good quality rice.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Good restaurant, English name is Brothers Restaurant, it's Yemenite Food restaurant have Mandhi, Madhbi, Madhfoon chicken and muttons and also sweat after there is special black tea which will be served in free of cost, outside RTA paid parking available just 150 meter distance from Abu Backr Metro station and there is also Biryani which is cheapest, delicious and good quality rice.”September 2019
What to Avoid (5)
Food 5
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Aseed Net −1
“I recently dined at Brothers Restaurant and tried the Aseed and Chicken Madfoun. I ordered Aseed out of curiosity since many around me were having it, but personally, I didn’t enjoy the taste(just my opinion).”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I recently dined at Brothers Restaurant and tried the Aseed and Chicken Madfoun. I ordered Aseed out of curiosity since many around me were having it, but personally, I didn’t enjoy the taste(just my opinion).”May 2025
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Boiled chicken Net −1
“They gave me some boiled chicken.. and when told them it's not what I ordered and it tastes horrible, they are not even ready to change.”
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Critical review excerpts
“They gave me some boiled chicken.. and when told them it's not what I ordered and it tastes horrible, they are not even ready to change.”June 2022
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Iftar combo Net −1
“Below average taste, the iftar combo of 12 dhs has stale old mutton piece.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Below average taste, the iftar combo of 12 dhs has stale old mutton piece.”April 2024
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Mazbi Net −1
“I ordered a mazbi.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered a mazbi.”June 2022
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Mutton mandi Net −1
“I visit this restaurant 2 3 times and all the time is very bad experience of Mutton Mandi & The Waiters behaviour and service also is very very bad....”
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Critical review excerpts
“I visit this restaurant 2 3 times and all the time is very bad experience of Mutton Mandi & The Waiters behaviour and service also is very very bad....”May 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Eat In. Dine at the restaurant if freshness matters; one review says takeaway is not a good idea and recommends eating the food fresh there.
Visit Earlier. Try lunch or early dinner, which a reviewer identifies as the best time to enjoy the food.
Carry Change. Bring cash or change as one customer reported being told card payment was not working and receiving a rude response.
Check Prices. Confirm the final amount before ordering because one review says the displayed menu price differed from the charged price.
Plan Parking. RTA parking is available nearby, but another reviewer says finding a space can sometimes be difficult.
Expect Delays. Allow extra time during busy periods; a review says orders can take longer during rush hours and some dishes need more preparation.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hor Al Anz st & - 25 44B St
Hor Al Anz - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven Service
Multiple reviews report rude or inattentive waiter behaviour, including requests being ignored and service taking too long.
Small Portions
Several diners felt the chicken, rice or overall mandi portion was too small for the price.
Food Inconsistency
Food quality varies sharply across reviews, with complaints about cold, stale or reheated dishes alongside positive freshness reports.
Price Confusion
One customer said the amount charged differed from the menu price and was attributed to tax.
Limited Space
The restaurant is described as compact, with one long-time reviewer saying it is not especially suitable for families.
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The Bottom Line
Brothers Restaurant is a compact Yemeni restaurant in Hor Al Anz where you can order mandi, madhbi, madfoon and other traditional Arabic dishes. The strongest recurring detail is the soup: several diners call it delicious, and one long-standing review says it comes complimentary with an ordered dish. Mandi rice, lamb dishes and chicken Madfoun also draw positive comments.
The food is not completely consistent. Some reviewers describe tender chicken and mutton, excellent rice and authentic flavour, while others report cold or stale food, disappointing chicken mandi and portions that felt too small for the price. One diner enjoyed the Chicken Madfoun but did not like the Aseed.
Service is the bigger caution: complaints include slow responses, rude waiter behaviour and very late delivery. The setting is basic and compact rather than a spacious family restaurant. For a better chance of a smooth visit, reviewers suggest lunch or early dinner and eating in rather than relying on takeaway.
Abu Bakar Metro Station is nearby, though parking can be difficult at times. Carry change, and check the final price before paying because one customer reported a difference between menu and charged prices.