Grilled chicken
The grilled chicken is repeatedly described as tender, juicy and smoky, with a distinctive seasoning.
Eat and Chill
Al Nahda
Eat and Chill is a casual restaurant and tea-and-snacks stop in Al Nahda. Reviews point to grilled chicken, desi snacks and chai as the main draws, with outdoor seating and delivery also mentioned.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
168 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Desi snacks
Samosas, dal vada, kachodi, vada and pakoda are praised as tasty, fresh and relatively light on oil.
Affordable chai
The tea has long been a value-focused favourite, including a cooked-tea option for diabetic customers.
Unique shawarma
One reviewer enjoyed the Hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma, described as a distinctive shawarma-and-burger combination.
Broast masala
The broast received praise specifically for its masala, alongside positive comments about service.
Quick delivery
A customer reported delivery arriving in about 15 minutes, making takeaway and delivery practical options.
Outdoor seating
Reviews mention outdoor seating and a relaxed atmosphere for casual meals or tea breaks.
What to Eat at Eat and Chill 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 Eat and Chill, 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.
These items at Eat and Chill got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
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Grilled chicken Net +7
““The grilled chicken was absolutely delicious! It was perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. The seasoning was spot-on, and the char from the grill added a wonderful smoky touch.”
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Review excerpts
““The grilled chicken was absolutely delicious! It was perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. The seasoning was spot-on, and the char from the grill added a wonderful smoky touch.”January 2025
“Tried grilled chicken & shawarma from there , both were nice🤤🤤❣️”November 2024
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Masala dosa Net +3
“Out Standing food quality Must try Masala Dosa Find the parking nearby it's difficult but possible”
Positive 3Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Out Standing food quality Must try Masala Dosa Find the parking nearby it's difficult but possible”March 2019
“Great masala dosa. And evening snacks Seating space is very limited”March 2023
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Medu vada Net +2
“Good place for small tea breaks, casual breakfast and Dinner. My favorite bite from here is the "medu vada"(ഉഴുന്നു വട). Tea is cheap and best. 👌👌👌👌👌”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Good place for small tea breaks, casual breakfast and Dinner. My favorite bite from here is the "medu vada"(ഉഴുന്നു വട). Tea is cheap and best. 👌👌👌👌👌”August 2017
“Love food at this place.. Specially punjabi samosa, Set dosa, medu wada, masala dosa.. it's cheaper and tasty... Just yummmyyy...”March 2019
Honorable mentions (8)
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Broast Net +1
“We tried broast today Very nice masala. Nice service also.. Worth it 👍🏻”
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Review excerpts
“We tried broast today Very nice masala. Nice service also.. Worth it 👍🏻”February 2025
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Bun kabab Net +1
“The management of the cafeteria has changed and is run by a karachite we tried their beef bihari roll which could be improved as they are relatively new and we tried the bun kabab which was really good it was loaded and the taste was authentic will try other items as well”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The management of the cafeteria has changed and is run by a karachite we tried their beef bihari roll which could be improved as they are relatively new and we tried the bun kabab which was really good it was loaded and the taste was authentic will try other items as well”January 2026
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Burger sawarma Net +1
“superb amazing place i have tried hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma which is a unique combination of sawarma n burger authentic fresh food love the vibe service was on point and price point is reasonable “quality with its quantity” must try support kerala india restaurants !”
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Review excerpts
“superb amazing place i have tried hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma which is a unique combination of sawarma n burger authentic fresh food love the vibe service was on point and price point is reasonable “quality with its quantity” must try support kerala india restaurants !”January 2025
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Dal vada Net +1
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”January 2022
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Hassan matar sawarma Net +1
“superb amazing place i have tried hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma which is a unique combination of sawarma n burger authentic fresh food love the vibe service was on point and price point is reasonable “quality with its quantity” must try support kerala india restaurants !”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“superb amazing place i have tried hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma which is a unique combination of sawarma n burger authentic fresh food love the vibe service was on point and price point is reasonable “quality with its quantity” must try support kerala india restaurants !”January 2025
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Kachodi Net +1
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”January 2022
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Set dosa Net +1
“Love food at this place.. Specially punjabi samosa, Set dosa, medu wada, masala dosa.. it's cheaper and tasty... Just yummmyyy...”
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Review excerpts
“Love food at this place.. Specially punjabi samosa, Set dosa, medu wada, masala dosa.. it's cheaper and tasty... Just yummmyyy...”March 2019
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Upma Net +1
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“garam garam chai spot .. Tea is refreshing .... Snacks are very tasty especially samosas , dal vada, kachodi ,..... Want to have some light and healthy breakfast try the upma from this place ... Very good in delivery on time ,quick service for take out.....”January 2022
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Karak tea Net +1
“One of daily tea cafe of me...I love karak tea of tasty caglfe..I'm suggesting be to all try once”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“One of daily tea cafe of me...I love karak tea of tasty caglfe..I'm suggesting be to all try once”March 2019
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Kullad waali chai Net +1
“You can also have kullad waali chai, a perfect desi taste”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“You can also have kullad waali chai, a perfect desi taste”January 2021
What to Avoid (2)
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Beef bihari roll Net −1
“The management of the cafeteria has changed and is run by a karachite we tried their beef bihari roll which could be improved as they are relatively new and we tried the bun kabab which was really good it was loaded and the taste was authentic will try other items as well”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The management of the cafeteria has changed and is run by a karachite we tried their beef bihari roll which could be improved as they are relatively new and we tried the bun kabab which was really good it was loaded and the taste was authentic will try other items as well”January 2026
Drinks 1
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Coconut milk shake Net −1
“Not tasty, coconut milk shake taste like water. Bad experience”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Not tasty, coconut milk shake taste like water. Bad experience”June 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Try chai. For a low-cost tea stop, ask about the chai; older reviews specifically mention plain chai and a saffron option.
Order snacks. Start with a Punjabi samosa or dosa if you want the items most clearly recommended for a tea break.
Try medu vada. The medu vada is a named favourite for a small tea break, according to a long-standing customer.
Check availability. Ask what is currently available before settling on a dish, since one review reports frequent menu shortages.
Allow time. If ordering the large shawarma offer, allow extra time: one customer reported waiting more than 20 minutes.
Use parking. If driving, look for nearby RTA parking and make sure you buy a ticket, as checks were reported in the area.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Yas Tower - Shop # 14 - near NMC Hospital
Al Nahda Second - Al Nahda, Dubai
| 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 |
Common Concerns
Limited seating
Seating is described as very limited, especially when the café is crowded.
Menu gaps
One review says roughly half the menu was unavailable half the time.
Shawarma issue
A recent reviewer reported waiting over 20 minutes for a large shawarma-and-tea offer and disliked the chicken and filling.
Inconsistent quality
Older reviews mention food quality and quantity dropping, while another found the coconut milkshake watery.
Parking hassle
Parking can be difficult, and one reviewer warns that RTA checks are frequent.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
1 AED
chai
“The chai is priced at only 1 AED and they even have an option with Zafran for 2 AED”Google review · March 2019
2 AED
Zafran
“The chai is priced at only 1 AED and they even have an option with Zafran for 2 AED”Google review · March 2019
7aed
big shawarma +tea
“I saw their offer big shawarma +tea 7aed omg I waited more than 20 minutes 😫 for the order”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Eat and Chill is a casual Al Nahda restaurant that works especially well for a quick chai-and-snacks stop or an affordable grilled meal. Customers mention Punjabi samosa, dal vada, medu vada and dosas, while the grilled chicken gets more substantial praise for being juicy, tender and smoky. Fresh juices, burgers and broast also appear in the reviews.
Tea is one of the clearest reasons to consider it. Older reviews describe the chai as refreshing and good value, including kullad waali chai and a cooked-tea option for diabetic customers. The Hassan matar sawarma and burger sawarma offer a less routine choice, combining shawarma with a burger-style format.
Expect a modest setup rather than spacious dining. Seating is repeatedly described as limited, although outdoor seating and a relaxed atmosphere are mentioned. Delivery has been reported at around 15 minutes, so takeaway may be easier when the café is busy.
Parking nearby can be difficult, and RTA ticket checks were specifically noted. Quality is not entirely consistent: one recent customer strongly disliked a shawarma and reported a wait of over 20 minutes, while older reviews mention unavailable menu items and reduced quality or quantity. Checking availability and allowing extra time for busy orders is sensible.