North Indian
Reviews highlight authentic North Indian cooking, including richly spiced curries, kebabs and biryani.
CHUTNEY'S RESTAURANT
Oud Metha
Chutney's Restaurant serves North Indian cuisine inside the Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai in Oud Metha. Reviews point to its thalis and biryanis, with a fort-like setting, occasional live music and attentive service that suits family dinners and celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
370 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Thali
The thali is described as a generous, wholesome meal, with keema and dal standing out in one review.
Live Music
Weekend live singing adds an evening-entertainment angle, and performers have taken song requests.
Dietary Care
The chef has discussed allergies directly with diners and prepared a Jain menu tailored to specific requirements.
Celebrations
Birthday and anniversary diners mention special surprises, personalised touches and advance cake arrangements.
Hotel Setting
The restaurant has a warm, fort-like or Mughal-inspired setting, including a swing that reviewers found photo-friendly.
What to Eat at CHUTNEY'S 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 CHUTNEY'S 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 CHUTNEY'S RESTAURANT, 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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Gulab jamun Net +3
“Warm and soft Gulab Jamun in syrup for dessert completely floored all 12 of us.”
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“Warm and soft Gulab Jamun in syrup for dessert completely floored all 12 of us.”November 2019
“I don’t know what kind of Gulab Jamun I had, it looked like chocolate in the middle. It was the best Gulab Jamun I had. MUST TRY.”December 2021
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Tadka dal Net +2
“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor.”
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“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor.”December 2021
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
Honorable mentions (28)
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Aloo tikki chaat Net +1
“We also had aloo tikki chaat, and I must say the chutneys used at the restaurant Chutneys was finger licking good and the tikki was lip smacking good.”
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“We also had aloo tikki chaat, and I must say the chutneys used at the restaurant Chutneys was finger licking good and the tikki was lip smacking good.”July 2021
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Alu tikki Net +1
“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”
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“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”December 2020
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Avadhi tikka Net +1
“A beautiful restaurant enjoyed the flavors of Avadhi tikka.. Caring Nabina and Bhawana very polite gave a welcoming feel at Chutneys.. Will surely be back”
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“A beautiful restaurant enjoyed the flavors of Avadhi tikka.. Caring Nabina and Bhawana very polite gave a welcoming feel at Chutneys.. Will surely be back”January 2025
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Biryani Net +1
“Thanks to chef rashid for the delicious food specially the biryani.”
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“Thanks to chef rashid for the delicious food specially the biryani.”October 2024
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Chefs special thali Net +1
“We had the Chefs Special Thali and it was superb !”
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“We had the Chefs Special Thali and it was superb !”November 2022
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Chix biryani Net +1
“The highlight of the meal was the Chix Biryani, which truly stole the show.”
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“The highlight of the meal was the Chix Biryani, which truly stole the show.”October 2024
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Dal Net +1
“I like the mutton keema and dal and they were really standing out among others.”
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“I like the mutton keema and dal and they were really standing out among others.”May 2021
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Dal makhani Net +1
“Dal Makhani was slow cooked for almost 24hours to attain the thick consistency and the smoky rich taste. One of the best dal makhani and is highly recommended by me.”
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“Dal Makhani was slow cooked for almost 24hours to attain the thick consistency and the smoky rich taste. One of the best dal makhani and is highly recommended by me.”July 2021
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Gosht korma awadhi Net +1
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”
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“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
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Keema Net +1
“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor. Keema and Dal tadka was very good. The combination of keema, dal and rice was perfect.”
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“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor. Keema and Dal tadka was very good. The combination of keema, dal and rice was perfect.”December 2021
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Kulfi falooda Net +1
“For desserts we had Gulab Jamun and Kulfi falooda both were delectable and was fantastic end to our yummy meal.”
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“For desserts we had Gulab Jamun and Kulfi falooda both were delectable and was fantastic end to our yummy meal.”July 2021
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Lobster masala Net +1
“Best sea food in town had mouth watering lobster masala”
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“Best sea food in town had mouth watering lobster masala”December 2023
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Mint paratha Net +1
“The food is literally finger licking good, try the Tava Chicken - amazing gravy and it goes well with the mint Paratha.”
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“The food is literally finger licking good, try the Tava Chicken - amazing gravy and it goes well with the mint Paratha.”June 2018
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Mix non veg kabab Net +1
“Food was great we had mix non veg kabab and it was finger licking good Rashmi was there to attend us the entire time”
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“Food was great we had mix non veg kabab and it was finger licking good Rashmi was there to attend us the entire time”December 2023
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Mutton dum briyani Net +1
“I ordered a mutton dum briyani and a Pepsi. The price will be higher as the restaurant was located in a hotel. The service was very fast too. Snacks were given while waiting for the food. It was not very long when my mutton dum briyani was served. It was really delicious - the rice was very flavourful and the mutton meat was also very tender.”
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“I ordered a mutton dum briyani and a Pepsi. The price will be higher as the restaurant was located in a hotel. The service was very fast too. Snacks were given while waiting for the food. It was not very long when my mutton dum briyani was served. It was really delicious - the rice was very flavourful and the mutton meat was also very tender.”July 2023
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Mutton keema Net +1
“I like the mutton keema and dal and they were really standing out among others.”
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“I like the mutton keema and dal and they were really standing out among others.”May 2021
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Mutton kurma Net +1
“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”
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“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”December 2020
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Palak paneer Net +1
“I am not a fond of palak paneer but one bite onto this version, I was hooked onto it as it was finger licking good.”
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“I am not a fond of palak paneer but one bite onto this version, I was hooked onto it as it was finger licking good.”July 2021
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Paneer butter masala Net +1
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”
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“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
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Paneer tikka Net +1
“Then we had paneer Tikka, softest of paneer with big chunks of paneer, well marinated and char grilled to perfection yet retaining the softest of paneer without it being hard. Loved it and that was favourite of my daughter.”
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“Then we had paneer Tikka, softest of paneer with big chunks of paneer, well marinated and char grilled to perfection yet retaining the softest of paneer without it being hard. Loved it and that was favourite of my daughter.”July 2021
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Prawns masala Net +1
“I ordered prawns masala and it was too good Mis bhawna was so sweet and she helped use to made the dinner memorable.”
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“I ordered prawns masala and it was too good Mis bhawna was so sweet and she helped use to made the dinner memorable.”October 2024
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Set menu thali by chutney Net +1
“Set menu Thali by Chutney was very fascinating to my eyes and tasty in my mouth.”
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“Set menu Thali by Chutney was very fascinating to my eyes and tasty in my mouth.”May 2021
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Subz biryani Net +1
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”
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“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
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Subz panchmel Net +1
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”
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“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
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Tandoori chicken Net +1
“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”
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“They have a good collection of classic cocktails. Food menu is modest, their chats especially the alu tikki and tandoori chicken is nice. A must try is the Chefs signature dish - mutton kurma, it is just amazing.”December 2020
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Tava chicken Net +1
“The food is literally finger licking good, try the Tava Chicken - amazing gravy and it goes well with the mint Paratha.”
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“The food is literally finger licking good, try the Tava Chicken - amazing gravy and it goes well with the mint Paratha.”June 2018
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Tawa murg Net +1
“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”
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“Tawa Murg, Gosht Korma Awadhi and Dal Tadka for non veg thali & Subz Panchmel, Paneer Butter Masala and Dal Tadka for veg thali, accompanied by Subz Biryani, Raita and Indian bread made it a perfect afternoon meal for us.”November 2019
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Non-veg thali Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor. Keema and Dal tadka was very good. The combination of keema, dal and rice was perfect.”
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Drinks 2
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Lemon mint mojito Net +1
“For drinks we had strawberry mojito along with lemon mint mojito. Simple flavours yet so refreshing.”
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“For drinks we had strawberry mojito along with lemon mint mojito. Simple flavours yet so refreshing.”July 2021
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Strawberry mojito Net +1
“For drinks we had strawberry mojito along with lemon mint mojito. Simple flavours yet so refreshing.”
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“For drinks we had strawberry mojito along with lemon mint mojito. Simple flavours yet so refreshing.”July 2021
What to Avoid (2)
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Butter chicken Net −1
“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor.”
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“We got a non-veg thali which included Butter Chicken, Tadka dal, Keema, Raita and Gulab Jamun. The Butter chicken was average. It didn’t have the wow factor.”December 2021
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Butter roti Net −1
“Butter Roti can make better.”
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“Butter Roti can make better.”February 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Weekend Visit. Choose a weekend evening if you want live music with dinner; performances have also accepted song requests.
Ask Spice. Tell the team your preferred spice level when ordering; one review says main dishes can be adjusted.
Discuss Allergies. Call ahead or speak up about allergies, as a reviewer says the chef came out to discuss them.
Plan Parking. For driving, reviewers mention RTA parking as well as Mövenpick valet parking.
Book Events. For birthdays or anniversaries, book ahead and ask about arranging a cake or a special surprise.
Use Offers. Check whether an Entertainer offer applies before ordering; one diner said it could be used here.
Plan the visit
Practical details
19th St - opposite American Hospital
Oud Metha, Dubai
Common Concerns
Hotel Pricing
One diner found the menu expensive and specifically cautioned that hotel dining raises the price.
Slow Service
A birthday dinner review reported slow service when only two staff were covering more than ten tables.
Butter Roti
One review enjoyed the meal overall but felt the butter roti could be improved.
Set Menu
A hotel guest said the half-board set menu could become repetitive, although the team tried to diversify it.
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The Bottom Line
Chutney's is a North Indian restaurant inside the Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai in Oud Metha. It is a natural fit for a substantial thali, a biryani-led dinner or a family celebration, with reviews also praising its fort-like décor and warm, hotel-restaurant atmosphere. The rating is strong, but prices can reflect the hotel setting.
The thali is one of the clearest draws. Diners have singled out mutton keema, dal and paneer dishes, while chicken biryani, mutton dum biryani and mutton kurma also receive specific praise. Vegetarian diners have found a broad selection, and one birthday group received a carefully prepared Jain menu.
If you have allergies, raise them clearly: a reviewer says the chef came out to discuss them. Live music is a recurring part of the experience, particularly on weekends, with performers taking requests. That makes the restaurant more suited to a relaxed evening than a rushed meal.
Service is usually described as attentive, though one review reported a slow visit when only two people were covering more than ten tables. For occasions, book ahead and ask about a cake or surprise arrangement. Drivers can use RTA parking or Mövenpick valet parking.
Spice levels can be tailored, so mention your preference when ordering.