Daily Express Restaurant - Al Barsha

Name: Daily Express Restaurant - Al Barsha
Address: Al Ghurair Building 371, Al Barsha, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143232358

Al Barsha

Restaurant Open now 04 323 2358

Daily Express Restaurant is a casual Pakistani restaurant in Al Barsha, known in reviews especially for beef nihari and Karachi-style comfort food. You can dine in or order takeaway and delivery, with kebabs and traditional breakfasts also getting attention.

Reputation Score

4.2

★★★★☆

1,647 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Signature nihari

Beef nihari is the clearest reason to visit, with reviewers praising its tender meat, rich gravy and Karachi-style flavour.

Juicy kebabs

The kebabs have a strong following; one reviewer specifically called them the juiciest they had eaten.

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What to Eat at Daily Express Restaurant - Al Barsha

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Daily Express Restaurant - 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.

Food 7

Biryani Net +3

“The menu features a wide range of authentic Pakistani dishes, and everything we tried was bursting with flavor. The biryani was fragrant and perfectly cooked, while the nihari had a rich, hearty depth that was simply unforgettable.”
Beef nihari Net +3

“Best beef nihari in dubai.”
Butter chicken Net +2

“We ordered Beef Nihari, Mutton Seekh Kabab and Butter chicken. The food was very good. Butter chicken was the best as the chicken was very well cooked which would just melt in mouth.”
Dahl Net +2

“The Biryani was fragrant, well-balanced, and cooked just right, while the Daal was comforting, wholesome, and tasted truly homemade.”
Fish tikka Net +2

“We ordered chicken tikka, chicken kadhai, fish tikka, butter chicken & tandoori roti. Everything was excellent. Thank you!”
Halwa puri Net +2

“One of the best nihari places as well as halwa puri in town.”
Peshawari karahi Net +2

“We ordered : ✅Peshawari Karahi ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅fish tikka ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅mutton mirch qeema ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅tandoor roti⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We enjoyed every bit of the food we tasted”

Honorable mentions (38)

Chapli kebabs Net +1

“The food is truly exceptional, with standout dishes like Nihari, Peshawari Karahi, Chapli kebabs, biryani, and Mutton Keema Mirch, all made fresh and bursting with flavor.”
Nalli nihari Net +1

“I got two portions of their nalli nihari and they were spectacular not only in taste but in portion size.”
Beef bihari Net +1

“The Chicken Kadai, Mutton Curry, and Beef Bihari were simply outstanding—bursting with rich spices and cooked to perfection.”
Behari boti Net +1

“Don't miss out on the behari boti; it's a must-try! Tender and juicy, the flavors are outstanding.”
Bihari Net +1

“Multiple other kebabs - 4/5. Seekh, Bihari etc.”
Chicken haleem Net +1

“The chicken haleem in particular was interesting and tasty, and the tender and flavourful mutton kebabs are some of the best Ive tasted.”
Chicken kabab karahi Net +1

“The Chicken Kabab Karahi is smoky and rich, and the Chicken Peshawari brings earthy spice with homestyle charm.”
Chicken kadai Net +1

“The Chicken Kadai, Mutton Curry, and Beef Bihari were simply outstanding—bursting with rich spices and cooked to perfection.”
Chicken karhai Net +1

“Chicken karhai with garlic naan also delicious.”
Chicken peshawari Net +1

“The Chicken Kabab Karahi is smoky and rich, and the Chicken Peshawari brings earthy spice with homestyle charm.”
Chicken tikka Net +1

“We ordered chicken tikka, chicken kadhai, fish tikka, butter chicken & tandoori roti. Everything was excellent. Thank you!”
Freshly baked naan Net +1

“The moment we stepped inside, I was greeted by the warm aroma of freshly cooked spices, instantly transporting me to the bustling streets of Karachi. The ambiance is simple but cozy, focusing entirely on the culinary experience. Now, the highlight: the Nihari. It was nothing short of perfection. The slow-cooked beef was tender, flavorful, and paired beautifully with the thick, aromatic gravy. The balance of spices was impeccable, and the addition of fresh ginger, green chilies, and a dash of lime elevated the dish to another level. The freshly baked naan complemented it perfectly, making every bite a nostalgic delight.”
Fried beef nihari Net +1

“We had fried beef nihari. It was good and staff was cooperative 👍🏻 Taste was 08/10”
Garlic naan Net +1

“Chicken karhai with garlic naan also delicious.”
Gulab jamun Net +1

“Was and remains the best Nihari place around this area.. go for Plain Nihari, Nalli Nihari, Roti and Seekh Kabab.. end this with Gulab Jamun.. the food and service is top notch”
Magaz nihari Net +1

“Must try magaz nihari with hot roti from tandoor and to add on i also tried tawa style kheema was just delicious.”
Mutton biryani Net +1

“Recommended items were Mutton Biryani and Tea, which i liked most.”
Mutton curry Net +1

“The Chicken Kadai, Mutton Curry, and Beef Bihari were simply outstanding—bursting with rich spices and cooked to perfection.”
Mutton kabab Net +1

“But the mutton kabab and peshawari kadai and nihari was just amazing..”
Mutton kebabs Net +1

“The chicken haleem in particular was interesting and tasty, and the tender and flavourful mutton kebabs are some of the best Ive tasted.”
Mutton keema mirch Net +1

“The food is truly exceptional, with standout dishes like Nihari, Peshawari Karahi, Chapli kebabs, biryani, and Mutton Keema Mirch, all made fresh and bursting with flavor.”
Mutton mirch qeema Net +1

“We ordered : ✅Peshawari Karahi ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅fish tikka ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅mutton mirch qeema ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅tandoor roti⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We enjoyed every bit of the food we tasted”
Mutton nihari Net +1

“BEST Mutton Nihari in UAE (only on Saturdays i think).. extremely yummy and meat was so sooo tender.”
Mutton seekh kabab Net +1

“We ordered Beef Nihari, Mutton Seekh Kabab and Butter chicken. The food was very good. Butter chicken was the best as the chicken was very well cooked which would just melt in mouth.”
Nahari Net +1

“Wow delicious breakfast halwa puri and nahari”
Nalli biryani Net +1

“The Nihari is next level, the Nalli Biryani is dangerously delicious, and the Beef Bihari boti tastes properly authentic.”
Peshawari kadai Net +1

“But the mutton kabab and peshawari kadai and nihari was just amazing..”
Plain nihari Net +1

“Was and remains the best Nihari place around this area.. go for Plain Nihari, Nalli Nihari, Roti and Seekh Kabab.. end this with Gulab Jamun.. the food and service is top notch”
Roti Net +1

“The roti texture is great as well with a crispy crust and chewy inner layer.”
Seekh Net +1

“Multiple other kebabs - 4/5. Seekh, Bihari etc.”
Seekh kabab Net +1

“Was and remains the best Nihari place around this area.. go for Plain Nihari, Nalli Nihari, Roti and Seekh Kabab.. end this with Gulab Jamun.. the food and service is top notch”
Tandoor roti Net +1

“We ordered : ✅Peshawari Karahi ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅fish tikka ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅mutton mirch qeema ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅tandoor roti⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We enjoyed every bit of the food we tasted”
Tandoori roti Net +1

“We ordered chicken tikka, chicken kadhai, fish tikka, butter chicken & tandoori roti. Everything was excellent. Thank you!”
Tawa style kheema Net +1

“Must try magaz nihari with hot roti from tandoor and to add on i also tried tawa style kheema was just delicious.”
Zeera rice Net +1

“Biryani and zeera rice were also delicious”
Chicken kebabs Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We tried a variety of dishes including poori bhaji, paratha, chicken biryani, and one of the chicken kebabs that was recommended by the staff. While everything tasted decent and seemed quite authentic—possibly leaning towards a traditional Pakistani style—nothing really stood out as exceptional or memorable in terms of flavor.”
Paratha Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We tried a variety of dishes including poori bhaji, paratha, chicken biryani, and one of the chicken kebabs that was recommended by the staff. While everything tasted decent and seemed quite authentic—possibly leaning towards a traditional Pakistani style—nothing really stood out as exceptional or memorable in terms of flavor.”
Poori bhaji Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We tried a variety of dishes including poori bhaji, paratha, chicken biryani, and one of the chicken kebabs that was recommended by the staff. While everything tasted decent and seemed quite authentic—possibly leaning towards a traditional Pakistani style—nothing really stood out as exceptional or memorable in terms of flavor.”

Drinks 1

Lassi Net +2

“Extremely nice, authentic food, bit of a gem to be honest. Chicken, mutton dishes really nice. Even the lassi is a bit special.”

What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

Rotis Net −1

“Rotis were too hard , Papad thay”
Iftar buffet Net −1

“This restaurant is charging 1-2 AED bottle of water approximately 5 AED and that too in Ramadan for people who are fasting also for a cup of tea which is not included in the iftar buffet also the number of dishes is very less & quality is literally pathetic”
Kheer Net −1

“Kheer had too much color in it”
Qeema paratha Net −1

“Qeema Paratha - was better but again extremely oily .”
Saadi nihari Net −1

“Waiting time for saadi nihari was 20mint. When we ask for reason, waiter said it’s due to online orders in between. Roti ( bread ) was not that good as it was not baked properly. After 20mints , we get the nihari but it was not hot at all. We returned it back and it took additional 5mints to reheat it .”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Request mild. Ask for less spice if you or your group is sensitive; one diner found the food hotter than average.

Order nihari. For a first visit, plain nihari with roti and seekh kebab is a review-backed combination; finish with gulab jamun.

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Practical details

Al Ghurair Building 371

Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai

04 323 2358

Mon	8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Tue	8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Wed	8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Thu	8:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Sat	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM
Sun	8:00 AM – 12:30 AM

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Common Concerns

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Biryani inconsistency

Biryani reviews range from fragrant and well-cooked to complaints about stale rice and unpleasant-smelling mutton.

Spicy dishes

Some dishes run hotter than average, and one family said the spice level was too much for their children.

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The Bottom Line

Daily Express Restaurant in Al Barsha is a casual Pakistani dining spot where nihari is the main draw. Beef nihari, nalli nihari, halwa puri and kebabs are the dishes most worth considering, with reviewers describing the nihari as rich, tender and close to Karachi style. Fresh naan or tandoor roti makes sense alongside it, and the portions are often described as generous.

The wider menu is more uneven. Peshawari karahi, chicken karhai, butter chicken, beef bihari boti and some kebabs receive enthusiastic praise, while biryani reviews vary sharply: some diners found it fragrant and perfectly cooked, while others complained about stale rice and unpleasant-smelling mutton. Breakfast can also be inconsistent, with one late-night sehri visit reporting hard rotis, tasteless qeema and oily parathas.

Service is often friendly and quick, but busy periods and online orders have caused notable delays, including a 20-minute wait for nihari. The restaurant is generally described as clean, though the ambience is fairly basic. Spice levels can run hotter than average, so ask for less spice if needed.

One review reported a bottle of water costing approximately 5 AED; treat that as a customer-reported charge, not a current price list.