Enigma

Name: Enigma
Address: Al Jadaf - Jaddaf Waterfront - Dubai, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145568830

Al Jaddaf

Persian restaurant Closed 04 556 8830

Enigma is a modern Persian restaurant in Al Jaddaf, set inside Palazzo Versace. It is known for polished food presentation, kebabs such as kubideh, tableside culinary moments and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating.

Reputation Score

4.3

★★★★☆

440 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Food presentation

Creative plating and tableside preparation make the meal feel more like an evening experience than a straightforward dinner.

Kebab kubideh

Kebab kubideh is repeatedly highlighted, with one group calling it famous and ordering it alongside three other lamb kebabs.

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What to Eat at Enigma

These items at Enigma got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 1

Kebab kubideh Net +2

“We tried the famous Kebab Kubideh and onother three different types of Kebabs which were all so delicious.”

Honorable mentions (38)

Baby chicken Net +1

“Cosy restaurant convenient for team, family and couples hangouts, a bit loud with oriental music but somehow you can talk, the food is amazing but expensive, the baby chicken is delicious and the lamb grill also, the eggplant starters are amazing too.”
Baklava Net +1

“Food is super tasty, fully enjoyed all three courses, you have to try their baklava for dessert! 😍 Also I have to mention that staff is super nice and polite, Alaa was our waiter and i have to give special thanks to him for recommending great dishes and great service!”
Caviar with spinach and chips appetizer Net +1

“The highlights of the meal were the caviar with spinach and chips appetizer, the mini cones, the complementary nibbles at the start of the meal, and the saffron ice cream dessert finale.”
Cheese curd Net +1

“WoW it was spectacular, from elevating the humble cheese curd, pickle n condiments at start. The lush herb salad display. To all the delicate with refine twist of traditional Iranian classic.”
Chicken skewer Net +1

“My favorite is the kabab kubide & chicken skewer.”
Eggplant based appetiser Net +1

“I also enjoyed the eggplant based appetiser, a really unique flavour.”
Falodeh dessert Net +1

“Most lovely meat kebab with rice & falodeh dessert! Very tasty & yummy”
Fluffy bread Net +1

“One can never underestimate the freshly baked fluffy bread with crispy edges and sesame seeds, paired with a selection of sauces, including my favourite tomato and red peppers, sweet pear puree and sliced marinated to crisp onions.”
Herb salad Net +1

“WoW it was spectacular, from elevating the humble cheese curd, pickle n condiments at start. The lush herb salad display. To all the delicate with refine twist of traditional Iranian classic.”
House cured meat Net +1

“The real magic starts when the chef appears with a long serving table and house cured meat, pastrami layered with black pepper, fenugreek, anise, bay leaf, white pepper and obviously a secret ingredient. While the chef slowly slices pastrami on white plates carved of stone, he engages in a conversation explaining the magic behind the softest and the most fragrant piece of meat one can dream of.”
Ice cream Net +1

“Don’t miss to order ice cream as they have a fantastic presentation that they prepare it on your table.”
Iranian kebab Net +1

“Food is fantastic. Special Iranian kebab .👍🏻🔥Service is excellent thanks to Yasmine . Highly recommended to visit this restaurant.”
Kubede Net +1

“The kubede was delicious, but I expected a twist of some sort, which I didn't get.”
Lamb grill Net +1

“Cosy restaurant convenient for team, family and couples hangouts, a bit loud with oriental music but somehow you can talk, the food is amazing but expensive, the baby chicken is delicious and the lamb grill also, the eggplant starters are amazing too.”
Lamb kebab Net +1

“One of the best Iranian Restaurants I’ve ever been in my life, the food 🥘 is so delicious, you will definitely enjoy the food presentation on the table, try the lamb kebab and yogurts appetizer, end it by their nice cakes and sweets 🍰.”
Lamb kebabs Net +1

“They were all lamb kebabs and one was actually cooked at our table.”
Lamb meet with cherry Net +1

“Mostly loved lamb meet with cherry and pistachio dessert.”
Meat kebab Net +1

“Most lovely meat kebab with rice & falodeh dessert! Very tasty & yummy”
Mini cones Net +1

“The highlights of the meal were the caviar with spinach and chips appetizer, the mini cones, the complementary nibbles at the start of the meal, and the saffron ice cream dessert finale.”
Mixed grill Net +1

“The dishes are creative, like the yogurt dip with the bright green pearls, and the mixed grill is served with a premium touch.”
Napoleon dessert Net +1

“I highly recommend trying the kebabs and the saffron rice and the Napoleon dessert. A must-visit for anyone who loves Persian cuisine!”
Octopus Net +1

“But the masterpiece of the night was octopus, cooked in a vacuum pot for as long as five hours, then quickly seared on a hot pan.”
Pastrami Net +1

“The real magic starts when the chef appears with a long serving table and house cured meat, pastrami layered with black pepper, fenugreek, anise, bay leaf, white pepper and obviously a secret ingredient. While the chef slowly slices pastrami on white plates carved of stone, he engages in a conversation explaining the magic behind the softest and the most fragrant piece of meat one can dream of.”
Persian-tasting menu Net +1

“On Friday evenings, the hotel offers an exceptional, typical Persian-tasting menu. The menu consists of an extraordinary sequence of specialties, which were all delicious.”
Pistachio dessert Net +1

“Mostly loved lamb meet with cherry and pistachio dessert.”
Sabzi khordan Net +1

“They follow the persian tradition by serving the sabzi khordan in a fancy way. Subtil taste, spend the whole evening there!”
Saffron cake Net +1

“The chef was super professional and super tasty! Mostly liked to meet and interesting snacks. Because the desserts were traditional, full of saffron cake with show ice cream. Highly recommended!”
Saffron ice cream dessert finale Net +1

“The highlights of the meal were the caviar with spinach and chips appetizer, the mini cones, the complementary nibbles at the start of the meal, and the saffron ice cream dessert finale.”
Saffron rice Net +1

“I highly recommend trying the kebabs and the saffron rice and the Napoleon dessert. A must-visit for anyone who loves Persian cuisine!”
Salad chupan Net +1

“As well you must try salad Chupan.”
Seabass Net +1

“However, I was plesantly surprised to discover they offer seabass and it was really tender and tasty.”
Set menu Net +1

“Their set menu was delicious, so many exciting dishes and I liked how it was organised.”
Show ice cream Net +1

“The chef was super professional and super tasty! Mostly liked to meet and interesting snacks. Because the desserts were traditional, full of saffron cake with show ice cream. Highly recommended!”
Slow cooked persian lamb Net +1

“The highlight was the slow cooked Persian lamb, tender and full of deep flavor, one of the best dishes of the night.”
Steamed lamb Net +1

“My vegetable salad and steamed lamb were amazing 👌”
Vegan fesenjan Net +1

“They have one of the best main dishes in the world - vegan Fesenjan! I always order it when I’m in Enigma.”
Vegetable salad Net +1

“My vegetable salad and steamed lamb were amazing 👌”
Yogurt dip Net +1

“The dishes are creative, like the yogurt dip with the bright green pearls, and the mixed grill is served with a premium touch.”

Drinks 1

Iranian tea Net +1

“Dessert and a cup of the best Iranian tea was the best way to end dinner!”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Shrimp with rice main course Net −1

“The shrimp with rice main course was disappointing - presentation are garnishes were on point, but the shrimp could have been juicier and more flavorful.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try kubideh. If it is your first visit, consider the famous Kebab Kubideh; diners also praised the lamb kebab selection.

Ask about seabass. Pescatarians should ask about the seabass, which one reviewer found tender and tasty, rather than assuming the menu is meat-only.

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Practical details

Al Jadaf - Jaddaf Waterfront - Dubai

Al Jadaf - Jaddaf Waterfront, Dubai

04 556 8830

Mon	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Tue	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Wed	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Thu	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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High pricing

Several diners found the meal expensive or felt the price-to-value balance was high.

Uneven cooking

Not every visit impressed: one diner found the food average, while another said the shrimp lacked juiciness and flavour.

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The Bottom Line

Enigma is a modern Persian restaurant in Al Jaddaf, inside Palazzo Versace, where the setting is as considered as the food. You can order well-regarded kebabs—especially Kebab Kubideh—alongside slow-cooked Persian lamb, and expect creative plating and occasional tableside preparation. The vegan Fesenjan gives non-meat eaters a substantial option, while seabass has been praised by a pescatarian diner.

The room combines luxurious traditional decor with Persian-inspired touches. There is indoor seating and an outdoor terrace facing the hotel pool; other reviews mention creek views, though one diner specifically said there was no city or sea view. Music and live entertainment can add atmosphere, but one guest found the oriental music a little loud.

The restaurant has been used for family meals, couples’ evenings and celebrations. Service is usually described as warm, attentive and knowledgeable, with staff helping guests choose dishes and accommodating requests. Still, service has not been perfectly consistent: one review reported a 50-minute wait for the first appetiser.

Pricing is another consideration, with diners calling the food expensive or the price-to-value ratio high. 00 per person, so check current menus and event arrangements before booking.