Desi Deira Restaurant (Rolla Street Branch)

Name: Desi Deira Restaurant (Rolla Street Branch)
Address: A.Al.M Building - Shop # 1-2 & 3 - Rolla Street - opposite Al Amer, Al Raffa, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143266232

Al Raffa

Restaurant Open now 04 326 6232

Desi Deira Restaurant is a family-owned Indian/Pakistani restaurant in Al Raffa, with a traditional dhaba-style setting and a menu built around hearty desi cooking. Reviewers especially come for dishes such as Chicken Handi, mutton karahi and Qasoori Falooda, with takeaway and group dining also mentioned.

Reputation Score

4.1

★★★★☆

2,666 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Authentic Taste

Reviewers consistently describe the Pakistani food as authentic, with the Chana Daal and Missi Roti singled out as a repeat-order combination.

Karahi Favourites

Black Pepper Mutton Karahi and mutton karahi are repeatedly praised, making karahi a strong starting point for first-time diners.

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What to Eat at Desi Deira Restaurant (Rolla Street Branch)

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Fresh naan Net +3

“Today we had dinner at Desi Deira Restaurant, the food was very good, especially the naans were very delicious and Adnan's service is also very good.”
Makhni daal Net +2

“Their recommendation? A duo that became my delight - daal makhni and naan. Upon the arrival of my meal, my taste buds embarked on a journey of surprise. Daal makhni, typically characterized by black lentils and kidney beans back in India, was presented as a vibrant yellow creation adorned generously with butter.”

Honorable mentions (29)

Aloo kulcha Net +1

“I tried the Aloo Kulcha and the Kameer Naan, and both were absolutely delicious. The kulcha was crisp yet soft inside with the right amount of stuffing, and the kameer naan had that perfect texture you rarely find in abroad.”
Beef kabab Net +1

“I order chicken karahi and beef kabab and malai boti and the taste was really amazing and the Guy Mr Intikhab was very polite and good in service, he know very well how to serve with clients.”
Bhindi masala Net +1

“Food of this restaurant is osam. The service is very fast. Bhindi masala is different and chapati we have never seen like anywhere.”
Black pepper mutton karahi Net +1

“Black Pepper Mutton Karahi was just awesome and a must try. Just one thing to remember is to make sure you say NO to random roti's on your roti basket. If they see that we're about to finish the roti's they'll just keep 1 or 2 more without even asking. We had to leave 2 roti's because of that. That goes to show that they have good service here :)”
Chana Net +1

“Amazing breakfast options.Their chana is a must try with pickled onions garnish.”
Chana daal Net +1

“My personal favorite is the Chana Daal with Missi Roti — simple dish but cooked to perfection.”
Chapati Net +1

“Food of this restaurant is osam. The service is very fast. Bhindi masala is different and chapati we have never seen like anywhere.”
Chicken handi Net +1

“I tried the Chicken Handi at Desi Deira Restaurant and it was absolutely delicious! The gravy was rich, creamy, and packed with authentic desi spices — perfectly balanced, not too oily or heavy. The chicken was tender and cooked to perfection, and it paired so well with their fresh naan.”
Chicken kabab Net +1

“Chicken kabab was also yummy.”
Chicken karahi Net +1

“I order chicken karahi and beef kabab and malai boti and the taste was really amazing and the Guy Mr Intikhab was very polite and good in service, he know very well how to serve with clients.”
Chicken mughlai Net +1

“Chicken Mughlai- not spicey, so I completely enjoyed it”
Chinese hot & sour soup Net +1

“Very unique taste and even can cook Chinese Hot & Sour Soup that is better than Chinese restaurants.”
Daal channa with kulchaas Net +1

“Karahi's are a must try, specially Mutton Karahi is delicious, Daal Channa with Kulchaas is just too damn good. Reminds you of back home.”
Dal chaval Net +1

“Excellent food here! specially you must try their mutton biryani and also their dal chaval and seekh kebbabs very tasty, I am from India and I truly loved their food”
Kameer naan Net +1

“I tried the Aloo Kulcha and the Kameer Naan, and both were absolutely delicious. The kulcha was crisp yet soft inside with the right amount of stuffing, and the kameer naan had that perfect texture you rarely find in abroad.”
Keema naan Net +1

“Keema Naan - a meal on its own! Really nice”
Keema with kholja Net +1

“The Keema with Kholja was a unique and tasty combination, full of rich taste.”
Lamb kebab Net +1

“The standout was the Lamb Kebab, fresh, tender, juicy, and perfectly spiced, it was a delight to savour.”
Lamb pilau Net +1

“The Lamb Pilau and Makhni Daal were equally satisfying, making the entire meal thoroughly enjoyable.”
Lamb ribs Net +1

“Very nice lamb ribs and rice is very fragrance. Highly recommended.”
Malai boti Net +1

“I order chicken karahi and beef kabab and malai boti and the taste was really amazing and the Guy Mr Intikhab was very polite and good in service, he know very well how to serve with clients.”
Malai paneer Net +1

“Decided to go vegetarian that day, and when they mentioned the special was Malai Paneer, I had to order it. Got two rotis with it as well. The packing was great, and the food was ready quickly. It also came with a salad. The flavor was really unique.”
Missi roti Net +1

“My personal favorite is the Chana Daal with Missi Roti — simple dish but cooked to perfection.”
Mutton biryani Net +1

“Excellent food here! specially you must try their mutton biryani and also their dal chaval and seekh kebbabs very tasty, I am from India and I truly loved their food”
Mutton karahi Net +1

“Karahi's are a must try, specially Mutton Karahi is delicious, Daal Channa with Kulchaas is just too damn good. Reminds you of back home.”
Qasoori falooda Net +1

“I had the pleasure of trying the Qasoori Falooda at Desi Deira Restaurant (Rolla Street Branch), and it was absolutely delicious. Rich, refreshing, and perfectly balanced in sweetness, this dessert is a true treat for falooda lovers.”
Samosa chaat Net +1

“Thier food is mediocre, but the samosa chaat is the best in Dubai. Sweets (Jalebi, Gulab Jaman etc) are usually days old so ask them before you order.”
Seekh kebbabs Net +1

“Excellent food here! specially you must try their mutton biryani and also their dal chaval and seekh kebbabs very tasty, I am from India and I truly loved their food”
Spicy lamb chops Net +1

“I haven’t had lamb chops this good in a while – for the price and quality, these are the best overall I’ve had. The addition of mint leaves to my spicy lamb chops was a delightful touch.”

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Margarita Net +1

“The margarita also was so good I forgot there wasn’t alcohol in it😁”
Sweet lassi Net +1

“Sweet Lassi is a must try!”

What to Avoid (6)

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Chicken kadai Net −1

“I ate chicken kadai today, which does not even reach basic standards. It looks like a oil chicken (full of oil)and expensive too. As a customer , I am not happy with the taste and quality.....”
Chicken tikka boti Net −1

“today i ordered chicken tikka boti and got this , the tikka was not fresh i think they sent me left over / Stale food and it was in two different colors it was not edible. i dont recommend.”
Gulab jaman Net −1

“Thier food is mediocre, but the samosa chaat is the best in Dubai. Sweets (Jalebi, Gulab Jaman etc) are usually days old so ask them before you order.”
Jalebi Net −1

“Thier food is mediocre, but the samosa chaat is the best in Dubai. Sweets (Jalebi, Gulab Jaman etc) are usually days old so ask them before you order.”
Mutton pashavari Net −1

“I didn’t feel the value for money that I paid. I ordered mutton pashavari with Roti costed me 40% more than the similar restaurants and quality was not as expected. The dish came in a small handi like normal kadai instead of a hot bigger Kadai what is served in other similar pak hotels and so felt the difference.”
Roti and chana Net −1

“I took breakfast from this restaurant, roti and chana, when I reached the hotel, I started to eat, I ate half of it, after that the bones came out of it, which is the leftovers of the fake food that the customers eat and leave. Yes, they mix it and sell it to the customer. Please stay away from this hotel. They do not serve good food. This is a fake food. They mix it and give it to the customer.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Plan Parking. Allow extra time for parking, or consider a private parking zone rather than circling the area.

Expect Waiting. For large groups, allow extra preparation time; one party of 13 reported a lengthy wait before food was served.

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Practical details

A.Al.M Building - Shop # 1-2 & 3 - Rolla Street - opposite Al Amer

Al Raffa, Dubai

04 326 6232

Mon	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tue	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wed	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thu	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Fri	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun	5:00 AM – 2:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Slow Service

Several reviews mention long waits, slow service or inattentive staff; a group of 13 specifically waited too long for its food.

Parking Difficulty

Parking is repeatedly described as difficult around the branch, especially for family visits.

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The Bottom Line

Desi Deira is a traditional Indian/Pakistani restaurant in Al Raffa where the main draw is hearty desi food rather than polished fine-dining presentation. Start with a Chicken Handi and fresh naan, try the Black Pepper Mutton Karahi, or order Chana Daal with Missi Roti for a simpler combination that one regular reviewer keeps returning for. Qasoori Falooda is the dessert to consider afterwards.

The setting is modest and dhaba-style, with family seating and some outdoor seating mentioned. It can work for groups: one birthday party review describes a planned menu and a reserved area, while a group of 13 found an AED 625 bill including tax reasonable. Takeaway can be convenient too; one Malai Paneer order was packed well, ready quickly and came with salad.

The important caveat is consistency. Food reviews are often enthusiastic, but service ranges from attentive to slow and inattentive, with long waits reported for larger orders. Parking around the branch is difficult, so plan ahead.

There are also isolated but serious complaints about hair in food, stale or poorly checked items, and dishes feeling expensive for their portions. If value and speed matter most, visit at a quieter time, confirm the order and check takeaway items before leaving.