Grilled favourites
Several long-term customers praise the seekh kebabs, chicken tikka and mixed-grill platters, with one calling the Bihari kebabs especially succulent.
Al Barsha
Chicken Tikka Inn is a Pakistani and Indian restaurant in Al Barsha, known in reviews for grilled dishes such as seekh kebabs and chicken tikka. It also serves familiar favourites including butter chicken and poratha, with takeaway often making more sense than its small, sometimes uncomfortable dining area.
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Several long-term customers praise the seekh kebabs, chicken tikka and mixed-grill platters, with one calling the Bihari kebabs especially succulent.
Keema naan is a standout takeaway choice for at least one regular, who called it the best in town.
Butter chicken received a positive mention alongside takeaway poratha, with the food described as very nice.
Some diners found the walk-in service helpful and friendly, while another long-term customer described the staff as welcoming.
One review describes the platters as sufficient for three to four people, although the setting itself can feel cramped.
A diner found the tandoori chicken yummy and perfectly served with green chutney and salad.
Reviews repeatedly point to takeaway as the more practical format, especially given the limited seating and mixed dine-in experience.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Chicken Tikka Inn - Al Barsha, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“All of our meals were of good quality, especially the Chicken Tandoori was as delicious as we knew from other Chicken Tikka places around town.”
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“All of our meals were of good quality, especially the Chicken Tandoori was as delicious as we knew from other Chicken Tikka places around town.”September 2019
“Ordered Tandoori Chicken. It was yummy and perfect served with amazing green chutney and salad. ..”April 2018
“Ordered a takeaway from this restaurant at 7pm, someone called me at 9:10pm, their food is tasty and there Keema Naans are the best in town. Still, ever since they have started doing their own delivery the service has gone down hill, last week I let it slide, it took about 50 minutes, but the food wasn't that hot, this time no food, not even an apology... Very disappointed in the service, I will nto be ordering from them again. Bring back Careem delivery.”
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“Ordered a takeaway from this restaurant at 7pm, someone called me at 9:10pm, their food is tasty and there Keema Naans are the best in town. Still, ever since they have started doing their own delivery the service has gone down hill, last week I let it slide, it took about 50 minutes, but the food wasn't that hot, this time no food, not even an apology... Very disappointed in the service, I will nto be ordering from them again. Bring back Careem delivery.”January 2026
“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”May 2020
“We ordered the Paratha with it which was a bit Oily but nice.”
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“We ordered the Paratha with it which was a bit Oily but nice.”April 2018
“I ordered butter chicken and poratha for takeaway. I was given a menu to take home so that I can order for delivery. The food was very nice.”June 2023
“Excellent place for having Pakistani Non vegetarian food. Apart from the tikka speciality you should try their mouth watering kebab rolls”
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“Excellent place for having Pakistani Non vegetarian food. Apart from the tikka speciality you should try their mouth watering kebab rolls”May 2018
“"If youre here, try their Rolls. I love the Seekh Kebab rolls in particular, and their Chicken Tandoori on the bone is really juicy and tasty.”September 2019
“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”
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“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”January 2021
“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”
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“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”December 2019
“To enjoy Great Pakistani food, step into one of the early eateries of Dubai... Its a great place for Kebabs, the mixed-grilled kebab platter is worth every Dirham and there Bihari Kababs are the most succulent!”
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“To enjoy Great Pakistani food, step into one of the early eateries of Dubai... Its a great place for Kebabs, the mixed-grilled kebab platter is worth every Dirham and there Bihari Kababs are the most succulent!”June 2018
“Chapplis are by far the best in Dubai (value and taste)”
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“Chapplis are by far the best in Dubai (value and taste)”January 2016
“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”
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“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”October 2019
“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”
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“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”May 2020
“"If youre here, try their Rolls. I love the Seekh Kebab rolls in particular, and their Chicken Tandoori on the bone is really juicy and tasty.”
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“"If youre here, try their Rolls. I love the Seekh Kebab rolls in particular, and their Chicken Tandoori on the bone is really juicy and tasty.”September 2019
“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”
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“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”January 2021
“One of my favourites. We used to visit it regularly when we were staying in Dubai. Went down memory lane and Children Tikka and Sheekh Kebabs.”
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“One of my favourites. We used to visit it regularly when we were staying in Dubai. Went down memory lane and Children Tikka and Sheekh Kebabs.”March 2022
“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”
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“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”December 2019
“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”
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“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”October 2019
“Amazing food for chicken lovers they have very good grilled chicken. Good for take out and delivery and the prices are reasonable.”
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“Amazing food for chicken lovers they have very good grilled chicken. Good for take out and delivery and the prices are reasonable.”March 2017
“The biryani is just alright, a little below my expectations but other than that, the grills are great, the Butter Chicken is lovely and the Hummus and other Salads are crisp and lovable as well.”
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“The biryani is just alright, a little below my expectations but other than that, the grills are great, the Butter Chicken is lovely and the Hummus and other Salads are crisp and lovable as well.”September 2019
“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”
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“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”May 2020
“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”
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“✅ 𝘽𝙗𝙦 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧: This platter had chicken tikka boti, malai boti, seekh kebabs and Fish. All were cooked tender to perfection.”January 2021
“To enjoy Great Pakistani food, step into one of the early eateries of Dubai... Its a great place for Kebabs, the mixed-grilled kebab platter is worth every Dirham and there Bihari Kababs are the most succulent!”
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“To enjoy Great Pakistani food, step into one of the early eateries of Dubai... Its a great place for Kebabs, the mixed-grilled kebab platter is worth every Dirham and there Bihari Kababs are the most succulent!”June 2018
“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”
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“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”October 2019
“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”
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“Indeed the finest grill in town👍My all time favorite is Mutton and Beef Seek Kababs with crispy poori paratha, imli (tamarind) chutney with rayeta (spicy yoghurt) and chopped onions”December 2019
“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”
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“Their chicken seekhkabab .. kabab masala .. qeema naan.. roghni naan are our family fav and recommended ..”May 2020
“One of my favourites. We used to visit it regularly when we were staying in Dubai. Went down memory lane and Children Tikka and Sheekh Kebabs.”
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“One of my favourites. We used to visit it regularly when we were staying in Dubai. Went down memory lane and Children Tikka and Sheekh Kebabs.”March 2022
“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”
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“Food taste is quite good Dal. Chi Ken Tikka and mutton kebab and their spcl Raita. But prices little high.”October 2019
“✅ 𝙑𝙚𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙍𝙞𝙘𝙚: The rice were cooked to perfection and was full of flavors.”
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“✅ 𝙑𝙚𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙍𝙞𝙘𝙚: The rice were cooked to perfection and was full of flavors.”January 2021
Mixed feedback
“I ordered butter chicken and poratha for takeaway. I was given a menu to take home so that I can order for delivery. The food was very nice.”
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“I ordered butter chicken and poratha for takeaway. I was given a menu to take home so that I can order for delivery. The food was very nice.”June 2023
“The biryani is just alright, a little below my expectations but other than that, the grills are great, the Butter Chicken is lovely and the Hummus and other Salads are crisp and lovable as well.”September 2019
Mixed feedback
“I got my dinner today from chiken tikka in,it was chicken tikka I ordered 2 quarters #for 34 Dirhams and I'm very disappointed about the portions , even if you will eat like half chicken you will still be hungry, although its tasty but there are many cheaper options.”
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“I got my dinner today from chiken tikka in,it was chicken tikka I ordered 2 quarters #for 34 Dirhams and I'm very disappointed about the portions , even if you will eat like half chicken you will still be hungry, although its tasty but there are many cheaper options.”September 2020
“Still lives up the expectation of alllllllll these years. Best chicken tikka ever!!!!!!”December 2015
“I had chicken haleem from this restaurant and haleem was more of mixed (pachmair) daal. Taste less and full of turmeric. Not recommended at all.”
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“I had chicken haleem from this restaurant and haleem was more of mixed (pachmair) daal. Taste less and full of turmeric. Not recommended at all.”February 2022
“Ordered chicken manchurian meal (with rice) The fried rice was literally only fried with an egg. The chicken manchurian was tamarind flavoured chicken gravy. The only good thing was the size of chicken cubes in it.”
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“Ordered chicken manchurian meal (with rice) The fried rice was literally only fried with an egg. The chicken manchurian was tamarind flavoured chicken gravy. The only good thing was the size of chicken cubes in it.”January 2026
“I ordered home delivery and all the food was way to salty to even eat. a mistake had been made. we had ordered one fish tikka Masala one chicken tikka masala and one butter chicken I called the restaurant and complained they were very sorry and said that I live to far and it was to late for them to bring new food for me but next time I order it would be free of charge. So today I called the restaurant and requested for my complimentary food I ordered the same. The answer I got was I would only be given the cheapest item free even thought though all three food items where spoiled on the first order. How do restaurants in dubai get away with this kind of behavior. Do not order and be disappointed from this restaurant there are May better Indian restaurants out there.”
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“I ordered home delivery and all the food was way to salty to even eat. a mistake had been made. we had ordered one fish tikka Masala one chicken tikka masala and one butter chicken I called the restaurant and complained they were very sorry and said that I live to far and it was to late for them to bring new food for me but next time I order it would be free of charge. So today I called the restaurant and requested for my complimentary food I ordered the same. The answer I got was I would only be given the cheapest item free even thought though all three food items where spoiled on the first order. How do restaurants in dubai get away with this kind of behavior. Do not order and be disappointed from this restaurant there are May better Indian restaurants out there.”July 2022
“Taste is below average. Review about fish biriyani that I ordered today . Thank you”
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“Taste is below average. Review about fish biriyani that I ordered today . Thank you”August 2021
“I ordered home delivery and all the food was way to salty to even eat. a mistake had been made. we had ordered one fish tikka Masala one chicken tikka masala and one butter chicken I called the restaurant and complained they were very sorry and said that I live to far and it was to late for them to bring new food for me but next time I order it would be free of charge. So today I called the restaurant and requested for my complimentary food I ordered the same. The answer I got was I would only be given the cheapest item free even thought though all three food items where spoiled on the first order. How do restaurants in dubai get away with this kind of behavior. Do not order and be disappointed from this restaurant there are May better Indian restaurants out there.”
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“I ordered home delivery and all the food was way to salty to even eat. a mistake had been made. we had ordered one fish tikka Masala one chicken tikka masala and one butter chicken I called the restaurant and complained they were very sorry and said that I live to far and it was to late for them to bring new food for me but next time I order it would be free of charge. So today I called the restaurant and requested for my complimentary food I ordered the same. The answer I got was I would only be given the cheapest item free even thought though all three food items where spoiled on the first order. How do restaurants in dubai get away with this kind of behavior. Do not order and be disappointed from this restaurant there are May better Indian restaurants out there.”July 2022
“Worst food quality. I ordered rasmalai but i received gulan jamun. And the vegetable was very oily.”
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“Worst food quality. I ordered rasmalai but i received gulan jamun. And the vegetable was very oily.”June 2021
“We ordered haleem which is full of turmeric powder.”
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“We ordered haleem which is full of turmeric powder.”November 2021
“KAWABS WAS OVER DONE AND BURNT.”
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“KAWABS WAS OVER DONE AND BURNT.”August 2026
“Worst mixed grill ever had in Dubai. Delivered uncooked meat.”
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“Worst mixed grill ever had in Dubai. Delivered uncooked meat.”August 2022
“And they don't know the meaning of naan. They are selling roti as naan.”
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“And they don't know the meaning of naan. They are selling roti as naan.”November 2021
“Worst food quality. I ordered rasmalai but i received gulan jamun. And the vegetable was very oily.”
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“Worst food quality. I ordered rasmalai but i received gulan jamun. And the vegetable was very oily.”June 2021
“Be careful while getting home delivery. They give different items that is not ordered.instead of garlic chicken they gave some soup with chicken pieces. Instead of rice gheer they sent gulabjamun. Instead of mild spicy chicken breast they sent zero spice and flavor chicken leg. Manager is also not answering properly,he is just telling we sent what we have.”
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“Be careful while getting home delivery. They give different items that is not ordered.instead of garlic chicken they gave some soup with chicken pieces. Instead of rice gheer they sent gulabjamun. Instead of mild spicy chicken breast they sent zero spice and flavor chicken leg. Manager is also not answering properly,he is just telling we sent what we have.”February 2022
“The chicken manchurian was tamarind flavoured chicken gravy. The only good thing was the size of chicken cubes in it.”
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“The chicken manchurian was tamarind flavoured chicken gravy. The only good thing was the size of chicken cubes in it.”January 2026
“Ordered chicken manchurian which comes along fried rice. Unfortunately chicken manchurian was more of chicken curry and fried rice was apprently to be white rice stir in beaten egg. Upon asking the staff i received an answer that we are giving you complementary rice which was really not enough for 1 person. I mean 30 aed only for chicken manchurian which was more or less chicken curry floating in oil is not worth it. Not recommended.”February 2022
“Ordered chicken manchurian which comes along fried rice. Unfortunately chicken manchurian was more of chicken curry and fried rice was apprently to be white rice stir in beaten egg.”
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“Ordered chicken manchurian which comes along fried rice. Unfortunately chicken manchurian was more of chicken curry and fried rice was apprently to be white rice stir in beaten egg.”February 2022
“Ordered chicken manchurian meal (with rice) The fried rice was literally only fried with an egg.”January 2026
Choose takeaway. For a first visit, takeaway may be safer than dining in: one reviewer specifically recommended it after finding the AC poor.
Check the bill. Compare the final bill with the menu before paying; one customer reported a 20% overcharge and said they kept the receipt.
Allow time. Do not rely on a tight delivery schedule. A small butter chicken and naan order reportedly waited over 90 minutes.
Verify delivery. Check the bag before leaving or accepting delivery, since a customer reported receiving several different dishes from those ordered.
Try kebabs. If you want to sample the more consistently praised side of the menu, reviews point towards seekh kebabs and mixed-grill platters.
Watch portions. Ask about serving size before ordering chicken tikka; one customer paid 34 Dirhams for two quarters and still felt hungry.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
Recent reviews report burnt or overcooked food, while others mention uncooked meat, oily dishes and bland tikka.
Online orders have reportedly taken from 50 minutes to more than 90 minutes, with one order never arriving.
One Al Barsha customer said the bill was 20% higher than the menu price and kept the receipt.
The dining area has been described as small, shabby, cramped and uncomfortable, with limited seating and occasional AC problems.
A delivery review describes several substitutions, including gulabjamun instead of rice gheer and soup instead of garlic chicken.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
chicken manchurian
“I mean 30 aed only for chicken manchurian which was more or less chicken curry floating in oil is not worth it”Google review · February 2022
wholesome meal 3-4 people
“However , at 120-150aed for a wholesome meal 3-4 people u cann complain”Google review · January 2016
The Bottom Line
Chicken Tikka Inn is a Pakistani and Indian restaurant in Al Barsha with a menu that suits a casual grill craving. Reviews particularly mention seekh kebabs, chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, butter chicken, poratha and keema naan. The strongest praise centres on grilled food: one customer called the mixed-grill platter worthwhile and the Bihari kebabs succulent, while another long-term regular still rated the chicken tikka highly.
The experience is uneven, though. Some diners describe helpful, welcoming service and generous platters, but recent reviews report burnt kebabs, flavourless tikka and even uncooked meat. Chicken Manchurian has also been criticised for arriving more like curry, with fried rice described as little more than egg-fried rice.
Food quality appears to vary considerably by order and occasion. Takeaway is often the practical choice. The seating has been called small, shabby, cramped and uncomfortable, and one visit found the AC inadequate.
Delivery deserves caution: reported waits range from around 50 minutes to more than 90 minutes, with complaints about cold, missing or substituted items. Check the order and bill before leaving; one customer reported a 20% menu-price overcharge. Prices are not always viewed as competitive, so portions and value may matter if you are ordering for a group.