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Caspian Kabab Restaurant
Al Barsha
Caspian Kabab Restaurant is a Persian restaurant in Al Barsha, serving Iranian dishes with a strong focus on grilled meats. Reviewers return for the generous mixed grill, fresh bread, and calm dining atmosphere, while buffet meals and complimentary tea add useful extras.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
948 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mixed Grill
The mixed grill is repeatedly described as tender, juicy, generous and varied, with portions suitable for sharing.
Fresh Bread
Freshly baked bread is a standout alongside grilled meats, rice and other Persian dishes.
Buffet Choice
The Ramadan and weekend buffets receive strong praise for their spread of grills, salads and traditional dishes.
Complimentary Tea
Black tea is offered free in any quantity, and one diner even took some away after the meal.
Calm Setting
Reviews mention a quiet, comfortable dining room plus a clean outdoor area for an alternative seat.
Cleanliness
A regular diner specifically praises the Al Barsha branch for maintaining both food quality and cleanliness.
What to Eat at Caspian Kabab 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 Caspian Kabab 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.
These items at Caspian Kabab Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Mixed grill Net +9
“The mixed grill was generous, well-cooked, and full of variety, with tender meats, nicely grilled kebabs, and fresh sides.”
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Review excerpts
“The mixed grill was generous, well-cooked, and full of variety, with tender meats, nicely grilled kebabs, and fresh sides.”March 2026
“The mixed grill is so delicious, so juicy and tender.”February 2026
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Lamb chops Net +2
“Very good food. We ordered 1 lamb chops (delicious) and 1 mix grill for 2 person's.”
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Review excerpts
“Very good food. We ordered 1 lamb chops (delicious) and 1 mix grill for 2 person's.”October 2020
“Food was great especially the lamb chops.”August 2023
Honorable mentions (9)
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Ashreshteh Net +1
“Their Ashreshteh was delicious with the crispy caramelized onions.”
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Review excerpts
“Their Ashreshteh was delicious with the crispy caramelized onions.”April 2024
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Iftar Net +1
“I even tried the Iftar during last Ramadan and was thoroughly impressed.”
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“I even tried the Iftar during last Ramadan and was thoroughly impressed.”July 2026
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Joojeh kebab Net +1
“While the Joojeh Kebab was succulent and well portioned.”
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Review excerpts
“While the Joojeh Kebab was succulent and well portioned.”April 2024
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Kabab platter Net +1
“We also ordered their kabab platter and it was very good as well.”
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Review excerpts
“We also ordered their kabab platter and it was very good as well.”August 2023
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Lamb cop Net +1
“We started with the freshly baked bread, which was exquisite, but the lamb cop and grilled chicken was the true star of the evening—cooked to absolute perfection.”
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“We started with the freshly baked bread, which was exquisite, but the lamb cop and grilled chicken was the true star of the evening—cooked to absolute perfection.”April 2026
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Meat kebab Net +1
“We've tried the best Iranian Food so far in Barsha with their Meat Kebab and it’s beyond expectations with a complimentary salad, soup, and tea.”
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“We've tried the best Iranian Food so far in Barsha with their Meat Kebab and it’s beyond expectations with a complimentary salad, soup, and tea.”September 2024
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Weekend buffet Net +1
“Tried the weekend buffet . Adults 79, kids 7 above- 35, small children free. Good tasty food. Good range of kebabs and salads. The complimentary tea was good and helped settle everything. Four stars as there wasnt dessert in the buffet.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried the weekend buffet . Adults 79, kids 7 above- 35, small children free. Good tasty food. Good range of kebabs and salads. The complimentary tea was good and helped settle everything. Four stars as there wasnt dessert in the buffet.”May 2022
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Yellow soup Net +1
“I took a fresh mango juice, the best I tried in my life, the yellow soup at the beginning again the best!!!”
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Review excerpts
“I took a fresh mango juice, the best I tried in my life, the yellow soup at the beginning again the best!!!”September 2023
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Yoghurt Net +1
“Amazing salads and yoghurt.”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing salads and yoghurt.”December 2023
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Complimentary tea Net +1
“The complimentary tea was good and helped settle everything.”
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Review excerpts
“The complimentary tea was good and helped settle everything.”May 2022
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Fresh mango juice Net +1
“I took a fresh mango juice, the best I tried in my life, the yellow soup at the beginning again the best!!!”
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Review excerpts
“I took a fresh mango juice, the best I tried in my life, the yellow soup at the beginning again the best!!!”September 2023
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Unlimited tea Net +1
“The kebab was the best i’ve ever had, and the unlimited tea was amazing ( we even have take away tea 😊) thank you.”
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Review excerpts
“The kebab was the best i’ve ever had, and the unlimited tea was amazing ( we even have take away tea 😊) thank you.”February 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Chicken bahraini tikka Net −1
“Only thing is the chicken Bahraini Tikka dry and white meat (thigh and leg are my personal favorite).”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Only thing is the chicken Bahraini Tikka dry and white meat (thigh and leg are my personal favorite).”October 2020
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Koobideh Net −1
“The quality of the food wasn’t amazing. Although the koobideh was juicy, it lacked a bit of flavor. The tomato was barely grilled and some of the items from the salad bar were stale. The food wasn’t a disaster, but certainly not among the best I’ve had.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The quality of the food wasn’t amazing. Although the koobideh was juicy, it lacked a bit of flavor. The tomato was barely grilled and some of the items from the salad bar were stale. The food wasn’t a disaster, but certainly not among the best I’ve had.”June 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Charges. Ask whether water and salad-bar starters are complimentary before taking them, as one diner was surprised by the final bill.
Arrive Hungry. Plan around the portions: reviewers describe the mixed grill and individual plates as generous enough to leave diners full.
Request Sauce. If you like heat with grilled meat, ask for a homemade chilli sauce rather than assuming one will arrive automatically.
Buffet Note. If dessert matters, check the current buffet inclusions first; one weekend-buffet review specifically noted that dessert was absent.
Try Outdoors. For a quieter meal, consider the outdoor seating, which one regular described as clean and an alternative to the dining room.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Wasl New - Shop - 2 Sheikh Zayed Rd
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 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Humidity
One reviewer found the temperature comfortable but felt the venue needed better humidity control, such as a dehumidifier.
Limited Sauces
Two mixed-grill reviews wished for a homemade chilli sauce or more sauces instead of bottled sriracha alone.
No Dessert
A weekend-buffet reviewer liked the food and range but marked it down because dessert was not included.
Bill Clarity
One diner said water and salad-bar starters were not clearly presented as chargeable and appeared unexpectedly on the bill.
Family Dispute
One 2023 reviewer reported a dispute over children’s noise and said the owner asked the group to leave.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
around 45 AED
meal for one person
“Meal for one person would cost you around 45 AED and you’ll be full”Google review · November 2024
48 Dirhams
koobideh dish
“A koobideh dish in Caspian costs 48 Dirhams (£10”Google review · June 2023
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The Bottom Line
Caspian Kabab Restaurant is a long-running Persian restaurant in Al Barsha where the clearest draw is grilled Iranian food. The mixed grill for two is repeatedly described as generous, tender and juicy, while lamb chops, Joojeh Kebab and fresh bread also receive specific praise. It is a good fit when you want a filling shared platter rather than a light meal.
Buffet dining is another reason people come, especially during Ramadan. Reviews mention a broad selection of kebabs, salads, saffron rice and traditional stews, though one weekend-buffet diner was disappointed that dessert was not included. Complimentary Iranian soup, salad and tea are recurring touches; one reviewer particularly appreciated black tea offered free in any quantity.
The atmosphere is generally calm, with quick, attentive service and both indoor and outdoor seating. A regular also highlights the Al Barsha branch’s cleanliness. Portions are substantial, and one review puts a meal for one at around 45 AED, while another quotes a koobideh dish at 48 Dirhams.
Check what is chargeable before taking water or salad-bar starters, and ask for extra or homemade chilli sauce if that matters to you. One family review reported a serious service dispute over children’s noise, so larger groups with young children may want to bear that account in mind.