Broasted chicken
Broasted chicken is repeatedly praised, especially with the cafe’s special sauce and distinctive seasoning.
Eat Route Cafe
Hor Al Anz
Eat Route Cafe is a casual restaurant in Hor Al Anz known for homemade-style burgers, broasted chicken and creative comfort food. Reviews also point to its Spartan Fries and spicy shawarma as dependable orders, with indoor and outdoor seating for quick meals or relaxed catch-ups.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
364 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spartan Fries
Spartan Fries is a substantial signature dish with chicken, cheese, jalapeño and sauce; one reviewer called it a meal on its own.
Burger patties
The burgers stand out for homemade patties, with the Buffalo Soldier described as a large double-beef-patty burger topped with onion rings.
Spicy shawarma
Spicy shawarma is a recurring favourite, with reviews describing it as freshly made, juicy and well-balanced in heat.
Friendly staff
Several dine-in reviews describe the staff as accommodating, welcoming and cooperative.
Casual setting
The cafe has a relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, making it suitable for quick bites or catching up.
Desserts
The Nutella waffle and other desserts receive unusually specific praise, including a generous Nutella layer and four waffle pieces.
What to Eat at Eat Route Cafe 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 Route Cafe, 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 Route Cafe got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
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Spartan fries Net +7
“Tried spartan fries and broasted chicken the second time. The taste is different from normal broasts and fries.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried spartan fries and broasted chicken the second time. The taste is different from normal broasts and fries.”July 2023
“Good food for reasonable price. Spartan fries are a must try.”March 2023
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Madison burger double patty beef burger Net +2
“Madison Burger Double Patty beef Burger - This burger was a blast with flavours, cheese, sauce and that homemade double patty was so good - HIGHLY RECOMMEND”
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“Madison Burger Double Patty beef Burger - This burger was a blast with flavours, cheese, sauce and that homemade double patty was so good - HIGHLY RECOMMEND”March 2020
“Went before once for shawarma and it was godo today went for lunch on of thier burger - Maddison ..it's really delicious and a must try”October 2020
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Nutella waffle Net +2
“I ordered one route chicken burger, margarita medium(veg), chicken tikka sandwich, banana milkshake and mango milkshake and finally their Nutella waffle . All their dishes what I tired is soo good especially their pizza and waffle became my personal fav,”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered one route chicken burger, margarita medium(veg), chicken tikka sandwich, banana milkshake and mango milkshake and finally their Nutella waffle . All their dishes what I tired is soo good especially their pizza and waffle became my personal fav,”August 2022
“Their Nutella Waffle was another dish we absolutely loved here... it had a generous layer of Nutella and 4 pieces of waffles. Don't miss this if you are a chocolate lover.”November 2020
Honorable mentions (24)
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Arabiatta pasta Net +1
“Ordered a Spartan Fries (great stuff, makes for a terrific starter), Rosemary Pizza and Arabiatta Pasta. All the dishes were of high quality and taste.”
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“Ordered a Spartan Fries (great stuff, makes for a terrific starter), Rosemary Pizza and Arabiatta Pasta. All the dishes were of high quality and taste.”February 2022
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Boosted chicken Net +1
“The burger and boosted chicken at this dining gem surpassed all expectations. The burger, a symphony of perfectly grilled beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, delivered a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. Each bite was a culinary delight, showcasing the chef's mastery in crafting a classic yet exceptional dish. As for the boosted chicken, the succulence and infusion of bold, complementary spices elevated it to a gastronomic experience.”
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Review excerpts
“The burger and boosted chicken at this dining gem surpassed all expectations. The burger, a symphony of perfectly grilled beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, delivered a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. Each bite was a culinary delight, showcasing the chef's mastery in crafting a classic yet exceptional dish. As for the boosted chicken, the succulence and infusion of bold, complementary spices elevated it to a gastronomic experience.”December 2023
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Broast Net +1
“Their burgers are really great, don’t forget to try their broast also!!!”
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“Their burgers are really great, don’t forget to try their broast also!!!”May 2022
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Broast chicken Net +1
“Eat Route’s Broast Chicken will send KFC and the likes packing home - it’s a burst of flavours.”
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Review excerpts
“Eat Route’s Broast Chicken will send KFC and the likes packing home - it’s a burst of flavours.”February 2022
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Broasted chicken spicy Net +1
“Broasted Chicken Spicy - The spicy broasted chicken was crisy soft and too goo.”
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“Broasted Chicken Spicy - The spicy broasted chicken was crisy soft and too goo.”March 2020
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Broasted combo Net +1
“I really liked their broasted combo which is far better than KFC or Texas.”
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“I really liked their broasted combo which is far better than KFC or Texas.”February 2023
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Broaster chicken Net +1
“Their broaster chicken is very good and deserves a special mention.”
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“Their broaster chicken is very good and deserves a special mention.”August 2023
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Buffalo shrimps Net +1
“They offer an array of Pasta and Pizzas to Burgers and French fries, Buffalo Shrimps and Wings which make you want to keep eating no matter how much you have had them.”
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Review excerpts
“They offer an array of Pasta and Pizzas to Burgers and French fries, Buffalo Shrimps and Wings which make you want to keep eating no matter how much you have had them.”March 2020
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Buffalo soldier Net +1
“The Burger we ordered was called 'Buffalo soldier', it looked super fancy and was huge with a double beef patty and a lot of onion rings. Tasted pretty amazing too.”
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“The Burger we ordered was called 'Buffalo soldier', it looked super fancy and was huge with a double beef patty and a lot of onion rings. Tasted pretty amazing too.”November 2020
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Cheesecake Net +1
“Best for catch up with friends. While eating the delicious cheesecake from Eat Route!”
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Review excerpts
“Best for catch up with friends. While eating the delicious cheesecake from Eat Route!”February 2024
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Chicken strips Net +1
“Tried spartan fries and chicken strips. Delicious …. Yummy…. Must try”
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“Tried spartan fries and chicken strips. Delicious …. Yummy…. Must try”April 2024
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Creamy spinach pasta Net +1
“Creamy Spinach Pasta - The Sauce was super creamy and the spinach elevated the taste”
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“Creamy Spinach Pasta - The Sauce was super creamy and the spinach elevated the taste”March 2020
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Fried chicken Net +1
“This place still serves one among the best Fried Chicken. Their consistency is commended!”
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Review excerpts
“This place still serves one among the best Fried Chicken. Their consistency is commended!”February 2022
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Grilled chicken with kabsa rice Net +1
“Recently I have tried with their new dish on the menu that is 'Grilled Chicken with Kabsa Rice' and I was quite impressed 💯. Chicken was so tender and rightly cooked and was a good combination with yellow Rice & spicy white sauce..”
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“Recently I have tried with their new dish on the menu that is 'Grilled Chicken with Kabsa Rice' and I was quite impressed 💯. Chicken was so tender and rightly cooked and was a good combination with yellow Rice & spicy white sauce..”July 2023
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Large shawarma Net +1
“Also had their Large Shawarma, we opted for spicy and it was freshly made and tasted great.”
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“Also had their Large Shawarma, we opted for spicy and it was freshly made and tasted great.”November 2020
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Lotus waffle Net +1
“Loved the lotus waffle, raspberry white chocolate pancake was really amazing.”
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“Loved the lotus waffle, raspberry white chocolate pancake was really amazing.”February 2021
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Pistachio waffle Net +1
“The Dessert is always the best and the Pistachio waffle here was unresistable. Not oo sweet and perfect to please the tastebuds.”
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“The Dessert is always the best and the Pistachio waffle here was unresistable. Not oo sweet and perfect to please the tastebuds.”March 2020
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Raspberry white chocolate pancake Net +1
“Loved the lotus waffle, raspberry white chocolate pancake was really amazing.”
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“Loved the lotus waffle, raspberry white chocolate pancake was really amazing.”February 2021
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Rosemary pizza Net +1
“Ordered a Spartan Fries (great stuff, makes for a terrific starter), Rosemary Pizza and Arabiatta Pasta. All the dishes were of high quality and taste.”
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“Ordered a Spartan Fries (great stuff, makes for a terrific starter), Rosemary Pizza and Arabiatta Pasta. All the dishes were of high quality and taste.”February 2022
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Shawarma’s Net +1
“Loved their Shawarma’s they were simply crunchy, super juicy and delicious 🤤”
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“Loved their Shawarma’s they were simply crunchy, super juicy and delicious 🤤”June 2023
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Smoking barrel chicken burger Net +1
“Smoking Barrel Chicken Burger - This one with homemade patty was very good. Cheesy and oozy and tasty.”
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“Smoking Barrel Chicken Burger - This one with homemade patty was very good. Cheesy and oozy and tasty.”March 2020
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Spcl french fries with chicken and cream Net +1
“They have spcl french fries with chicken and cream.. That is also very nice..”
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“They have spcl french fries with chicken and cream.. That is also very nice..”September 2020
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Thai chicken curry Net +1
“Thai Chicken Curry - I love Thai Chicken curry with rice and this was one of the best i had.”
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“Thai Chicken Curry - I love Thai Chicken curry with rice and this was one of the best i had.”March 2020
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Tuscan chicken Net +1
“The sauce on the Tuscan chicken was awesome”
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“The sauce on the Tuscan chicken was awesome”October 2020
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Lychee thai bird chilli lemonade Net +1
“Lychee Thai Bird Chilli Lemonade - it was very good tangy, sour and spicy.”
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“Lychee Thai Bird Chilli Lemonade - it was very good tangy, sour and spicy.”March 2020
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Passionfruit mojito Net +1
“Strawberry Black Mojito and Passionfruit Mojito - Both were very refreshing and super good.”
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“Strawberry Black Mojito and Passionfruit Mojito - Both were very refreshing and super good.”March 2020
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Strawberry black mojito Net +1
“Strawberry Black Mojito and Passionfruit Mojito - Both were very refreshing and super good.”
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“Strawberry Black Mojito and Passionfruit Mojito - Both were very refreshing and super good.”March 2020
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Strawberry mojito Net +1
“Strawberry mojito was really tasty..”
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“Strawberry mojito was really tasty..”September 2020
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Watermelon lemonade Net +1
“Watermelon Lemonade - was good too.”
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“Watermelon Lemonade - was good too.”March 2020
What to Avoid (1)
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Lemon-mint drink Net −1
“We felt our Lemon-Mint drink was a bit strong with the mint , but our experience overall was great and I have to visit this place again soon.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We felt our Lemon-Mint drink was a bit strong with the mint , but our experience overall was great and I have to visit this place again soon.”November 2020
Tips for a Better Visit
Try broast. For a first visit, start with the broasted chicken; several reviews single it out over the pizza.
Order spicy. If you like heat, ask for the spicy shawarma, which one reviewer described as having a perfect spice level.
Share fries. Consider sharing Spartan Fries: the sauce can be heavy for some diners, though another reviewer found the dish meal-sized.
Check orders. For phone orders, confirm the items and timing carefully; one customer reported a forgotten order followed by the wrong delivery.
Use parking. Drivers can check the parking opposite the restaurant, which one reviewer found convenient.
Expect queues. The cafe is small, so avoid arriving at busy times if you need a table; one review mentions only four tables.
Plan the visit
Practical details
6 43 St
Hor Al Anz, Dubai
Common Concerns
Small portions
One burger order included fries but was criticised for extremely small quantities, including the fries.
Shawarma value
A review reported that shawarma portions had become smaller after price increases, including four palm-sized wraps for 28 dhs.
Order delays
One phone order was forgotten, arrived incorrectly and remained unresolved for two hours.
Service inconsistency
Although many reviews praise the staff, one customer reported rude phone service and no apology after the order problems.
Limited facilities
The cafe was reported to have only one washbasin and no restrooms inside.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
5 dhs
a shawarma
“Around a year back the price of a shawarma was 5 dhs”Google review · April 2024
28 dhs
4 shawarmas
“I paid 28 dhs for 4 shawarmas which were wrapped in a khubus and smaller than my palm!!! After all of this, I doubt I’ll order from here again”Google review · April 2024
63Aed
Total bill for 2 persons
“Total bill cost 63Aed for 2 persons”Google review · August 2022
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The Bottom Line
Eat Route Cafe in Hor Al Anz is a compact, casual restaurant with a broad comfort-food menu, but the clearest reasons to visit are its broasted chicken, homemade-style burgers, Spartan Fries and spicy shawarma. The broasted chicken is repeatedly praised for its flavour and special sauce, while the burgers include substantial options such as the Buffalo Soldier, described as a double beef patty with plenty of onion rings. Spartan Fries is one of the cafe’s signature orders: it combines fries with chicken, cheddar, jalapeño and Eat Route sauce, and one reviewer considered it filling enough to count as a meal.
The spicy shawarma also has a strong following, with one review praising its freshly made texture and another calling the spice level perfect. For dessert, the Nutella Waffle is worth noting for its generous spread and four waffle pieces. The setting is small but relaxed, with indoor and outdoor tables, family-friendly seating and parking opposite the restaurant.
Portions and value are not completely consistent: a burger-and-fries order was criticised as undersized, and one review described recent shawarma portions as palm-sized after price increases. Dine-in service is generally described as friendly, but a phone-order review reported a two-hour delay and incorrect delivery, so confirm takeaway orders carefully.