Daana Paani Restaurant

Name: Daana Paani Restaurant
Address: Plot No. 673-1343, Al Barsha South Third (ARJAN) , Dubailand, أرجان دبي لاندجنوب, Al Barsha South, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971545849740

Al Barsha South

Indian restaurant 0 545 849 740

Daana Paani is an Indian restaurant in Al Barsha South serving North Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes. Reviews highlight its Palak Patta Chaat, momos, generous platters and occasional standout meals such as butter chicken with soft naan, though consistency can vary.

Reputation Score

4.3

★★★★☆

456 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Authentic flavours

Several diners describe the North Indian food as authentic, with balanced spices and Delhi-style flavours.

Momo selection

Steamed and tandoor chicken momos are repeatedly praised for flavourful fillings and well-matched condiments.

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What to Eat at Daana Paani Restaurant

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Daana Paani 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 5

Mutton rogan josh Net +3

“Main course mutton rogan josh highly recommended.”
Butter chicken Net +2

“Amazing flavors and beautifully prepared dishes. The butter chicken was rich and creamy, the naan was perfectly soft, and the spices were balanced just right.”
Gulab jamon Net +2

“Gulab Jamon-4/5”
Palak patta chaat Net +2

“The only dish we liked was the Palak Patta Chaat. Unfortunately, the rest of the vegetarian food was disappointing.”
Tandoori chicken Net +2

“we ordered mutton rogan josh , tandoori chicken and cold coffee... all turned out really good.”

Honorable mentions (47)

Achari jhinga Net +1

“Achari Jhinga for the prawn lovers and Mutton Rogan Josh for meat lovers are recommended.”
Achari paneer tikka Net +1

“We ordered Fried Momos, Achari paneer tikka, Soup all were delicious in taste.”
Allo parata Net +1

“Bread Basket-4/5 ( allo parata piece was amazing)”
Baked gulab jamon Net +1

“Dessert- Baked gulab Jamon-5/5”
Balti chicken Net +1

“Balti chicken- 5/5”
Biryani rice Net +1

“The creamiest butter chicken, Biryani Rice was very aromatic and the butter garlic naan loaded with butter and Garlic.”
Bread basket Net +1

“Bread Basket-4/5 ( allo parata piece was amazing)”
Butter garlic naan Net +1

“The creamiest butter chicken, Biryani Rice was very aromatic and the butter garlic naan loaded with butter and Garlic.”
Cheese garlic naan Net +1

“We ordered their best-selling dishes: Palak Chaat, Non-Veg Platter, Laal Maas, along with cheese garlic naan and some soda-based drinks. Every single item was perfect.”
Chicken changezi chef special Net +1

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Chicken manchow soup Net +1

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Chicken pahadi Net +1

“Chicken pahadi - excellent”
Chilli chicken Net +1

“We have ordered kabab sizzler platter both veg and non- veg , chilli chicken, Veg Biryani and chicken Biryani, Soya chap , momos. All the dishes were tasty and delicious except the chicken biryani and chicken malai kabab.”
Chilli paneer Net +1

“Chilli Paneer- 4/5”
Dal hariyali Net +1

“Of all the vegan and vegetarian dishes I have eaten here, these are my absolute favorite: —Mandarin Spring Rolls —Sweet Corn Soup —Delhi Style Noodles —Vegetable Jalfrezi —Dal Hariyali —Gulab Jamun (the best in the whole world!)”
Delhi style noodles Net +1

“Of all the vegan and vegetarian dishes I have eaten here, these are my absolute favorite: —Mandarin Spring Rolls —Sweet Corn Soup —Delhi Style Noodles —Vegetable Jalfrezi —Dal Hariyali —Gulab Jamun (the best in the whole world!)”
Firni Net +1

“Would definitely recommend the Firni, fruit custard, kati rolls, geeen thai curry w jasmine rice, momos, grilled non-veg platter and the maki sushi.”
Fried momos Net +1

“We ordered Fried Momos, Achari paneer tikka, Soup all were delicious in taste.”
Fruit custard Net +1

“Would definitely recommend the Firni, fruit custard, kati rolls, geeen thai curry w jasmine rice, momos, grilled non-veg platter and the maki sushi.”
Geeen thai curry w jasmine rice Net +1

“Would definitely recommend the Firni, fruit custard, kati rolls, geeen thai curry w jasmine rice, momos, grilled non-veg platter and the maki sushi.”
Grilled non-veg platter Net +1

“Would definitely recommend the Firni, fruit custard, kati rolls, geeen thai curry w jasmine rice, momos, grilled non-veg platter and the maki sushi.”
Laal maas Net +1

“We ordered their best-selling dishes: Palak Chaat, Non-Veg Platter, Laal Maas, along with cheese garlic naan and some soda-based drinks. Every single item was perfect.”
Maki sushi Net +1

“Would definitely recommend the Firni, fruit custard, kati rolls, geeen thai curry w jasmine rice, momos, grilled non-veg platter and the maki sushi.”
Mandarin spring rolls Net +1

“Of all the vegan and vegetarian dishes I have eaten here, these are my absolute favorite: —Mandarin Spring Rolls —Sweet Corn Soup —Delhi Style Noodles —Vegetable Jalfrezi —Dal Hariyali —Gulab Jamun (the best in the whole world!)”
Mint lime cooler Net +1

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Momo platter Net +1

“We had tried their recently added Momo platter with some veg & non veg platter and trust me it was super delicious experience.”
Momo steamed Net +1

“Momo steamed - 5/5”
Mutton keema Net +1

“Mutton keema -4/5”
Non-veg platter Net +1

“We ordered their best-selling dishes: Palak Chaat, Non-Veg Platter, Laal Maas, along with cheese garlic naan and some soda-based drinks. Every single item was perfect.”
Palak chaat Net +1

“We ordered their best-selling dishes: Palak Chaat, Non-Veg Platter, Laal Maas, along with cheese garlic naan and some soda-based drinks. Every single item was perfect.”
Paneer chilli Net +1

“Paneer Chilli 5/5”
Paneer manchurian Net +1

“Paneer Manchurian - 4.5/5”
Papad Net +1

“They also serve u starter ( papad) with chutney which is also very good.”
Punjabi noodles Net +1

“Punjabi Noodles - 5/5”
Puri bhaji Net +1

“Now for the food, i had the puri bhaji. The puri was really tasty, but the bhaji for me was not. I felt the bhaji did not have any salt in it and had to put quite some to get it to a level i liked it.”
Raha muttom Net +1

“Raha muttom - nice combo of meat”
Soya chap Net +1

“We have ordered kabab sizzler platter both veg and non- veg , chilli chicken, Veg Biryani and chicken Biryani, Soya chap , momos. All the dishes were tasty and delicious except the chicken biryani and chicken malai kabab.”
Sweet corn soup Net +1

“Of all the vegan and vegetarian dishes I have eaten here, these are my absolute favorite: —Mandarin Spring Rolls —Sweet Corn Soup —Delhi Style Noodles —Vegetable Jalfrezi —Dal Hariyali —Gulab Jamun (the best in the whole world!)”
Tandoor chicken momos Net +1

“The steamed and tandoor chicken Momos (6 different kinds) were flavourful and the condiments the right level of spicy. Delicious!”
Tandoori momos Net +1

“P..S- Their palak patta chaat and tandoori momos are the bestest around here !”
Triple schezwan noodles Net +1

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Veg biryani Net +1

“Veg Biryani was superb 😋.”
Vegetable jalfrezi Net +1

“Of all the vegan and vegetarian dishes I have eaten here, these are my absolute favorite: —Mandarin Spring Rolls —Sweet Corn Soup —Delhi Style Noodles —Vegetable Jalfrezi —Dal Hariyali —Gulab Jamun (the best in the whole world!)”
Via delhi special tandoor momos Net +1

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Jaljeera Net 0

Mixed feedback

“We started our dinner with Chicken manchow soup (5/5), via delhi special tandoor momos (5/5), Karare palak chat (4/5), triple schezwan noodles (5/5), Jaljeera (4/5),mint lime cooler (5/5), naan (5/5), chicken Changezi chef special (5/5). Loved the food and experience so much. Can't wait to go back.”
Murg dum biriyani Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Murg dum biriyani-3/5”
Patiala ghosht curry Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Main course- Patiala ghosht curry- 3/5”

Drinks 4

Cold coffee Net +1

“we ordered mutton rogan josh , tandoori chicken and cold coffee... all turned out really good.”
Lime juice Net +1

“Lime juice 4/5”
Mango lassi Net +1

“Drinks- mango lassi-4/5”
Watermelon juice Net +1

“Have their steamed chicken momos/ dim sums ( 8 pieces) 👌 watermelon juice fresh 👌 the samosas chaat not up to the mark but they kindly provided us with yogurt n imli/ tamarind chutney to better the taste!”

What to Avoid (10)

Food 10

Chicken biryani Net −1

“We have ordered kabab sizzler platter both veg and non- veg , chilli chicken, Veg Biryani and chicken Biryani, Soya chap , momos. All the dishes were tasty and delicious except the chicken biryani and chicken malai kabab.”
Chicken malai kabab Net −1

“We have ordered kabab sizzler platter both veg and non- veg , chilli chicken, Veg Biryani and chicken Biryani, Soya chap , momos. All the dishes were tasty and delicious except the chicken biryani and chicken malai kabab.”
Chicken steamed momo's Net −1

“I had chicken steamed Momo's and Malai Tikka chicken roll and a customized shikanji . Shikanji was really nice 10 out of 10. But Momo's and roll could be a bit better..I am not saying it was bad, but it was ok for me..overall a nice place to hangout.”
Dahi bhalla Net −1

“Very bad experience with bad food quality and taste, I ordered dahi bhalla and chicken momos. In dahi bhalla, we recieved big big clump(lumb) and momos are stale with bad smell.”
Lemon chicken Net −1

“Lemon chicken was very very sour and when informed the manager said it tastes that way only. A tinge of sour is expected in lemon chicken not that u squeeze a dozen of lemon in it.”
Malai tikka chicken roll Net −1

“I had chicken steamed Momo's and Malai Tikka chicken roll and a customized shikanji . Shikanji was really nice 10 out of 10. But Momo's and roll could be a bit better..I am not saying it was bad, but it was ok for me..overall a nice place to hangout.”
Paneer tikka Net −1

“I ordered Paneer Tikka and Veg Jalfrezi , both had uncooked masala with raw veggies. Paneer tikka was just coated in marinate and deliver, I guess chef forgot to cook it.”
Samosas chaat Net −1

“Have their steamed chicken momos/ dim sums ( 8 pieces) 👌 watermelon juice fresh 👌 the samosas chaat not up to the mark but they kindly provided us with yogurt n imli/ tamarind chutney to better the taste!”
Tandoori bread Net −1

“Negative: The main course was not very expensive but here is the catch. One Tandoori bread costs AED. 4/- and it was as light as chicken feather. A desi person can literally finish that so called roti in three bites.”
Veg jalfrezi Net −1

“I ordered Paneer Tikka and Veg Jalfrezi , both had uncooked masala with raw veggies. Paneer tikka was just coated in marinate and deliver, I guess chef forgot to cook it. Veg Jalfrezi was more horrible, looks like frozen veggies were just added to gravy and kept aside considering it will be cooked in Dubai heat. No taste whatsoever obviously bcoz it was uncook food.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Check parking. Call ahead and ask about parking; one review says advance booking sometimes helped arrange a space.

Try chaat. Palak Patta Chaat is one of the safest first orders, praised by multiple diners as a standout starter.

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Practical details

Plot No. 673-1343, Al Barsha South Third (ARJAN) , Dubailand, أرجان دبي لاندجنوب

Al Barsha South Third - Al Barsha, Dubai

0 545 849 740

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Common Concerns

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Parking shortage

Parking is a recurring problem: one diner was told only three spots existed and they were already full.

Food inconsistency

Alongside strong meals, reviews mention stale-smelling momos, unpleasant-smelling vegetables and uncooked masala.

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The Bottom Line

Daana Paani is an Indian restaurant in Al Barsha South with a menu that moves between North Indian favourites and Indo-Chinese dishes. The clearest draws in the reviews are Palak Patta Chaat, steamed or tandoor chicken momos, non-vegetarian platters and Mutton Rogan Josh. Several diners describe Delhi-style flavour, generous portions and attractive presentation.

The experience can be very good when the kitchen and service are on form. Butter chicken, naan, biryani, vegetarian dishes and platter orders have all received strong mentions, while groups praised the warm service during a wedding celebration. The ambience is generally described as clean, comfortable and suitable for family meals, casual dinners and celebrations.

There is a noticeable consistency warning. Other visits involved stale-smelling momos, vegetables that did not taste fresh, oily food despite a specific request, cold starters and over-salted mains. Service has also been criticised for slow or confused order-taking and for handling complaints poorly.

That mixed record makes a quick check-in with staff worthwhile before committing to a large occasion. Parking is the most practical nuisance in Al Barsha South: one diner was told the restaurant had only three spaces, while another said booking ahead helped arrange one. Call before arriving, and consider sharing portions.

Also check the price of individual breads; one review objected to a tandoori bread costing AED 4.