Faisal Restaurant

Name: Faisal Restaurant
Address: 20th Street,Al Khabaisi, Deira, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142691900

Deira

Pakistani restaurant Open now 04 269 1900

Faisal Restaurant is a casual Pakistani eatery in Deira, known in reviews for tawa-cooked katakat and desi ghee mutton karahi. It also draws diners for juicy BBQ such as seekh kebabs and malai boti, with generous portions at generally reasonable prices.

Reputation Score

4.0

★★★★☆

1,411 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Tawa Katakat

The katakat special arrives sizzling on a wide tawa, with chicken liver, butter and generous spice.

Mutton Karahi

Desi ghee mutton karahi is repeatedly praised for its rich, authentic flavour and tender meat.

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What to Eat at Faisal Restaurant

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

Food 8

Katakat Net +5

“I heard that they had the best katakat in the town and went just because of it and thankfully did not regret my decision. I was in a rush, so called them before hand and told them to prepare one katakat and one karhai as well as reserve a table for us. Once we reached, they showed us our table and food was served. The good part is that it is served in the same utensil in which it is cooked. That gives an extra flavor.”
Mutton karahi Net +5

“Looking for best mutton karahi? This is the place to go in dubai. Service was fantastic. Atmosphere is classical pakistani. Could be better? Yes! But the food makes up for it.”
Seekh kebabs Net +4

“The seekh kebabs were juicy with a good char and came with a simple fresh salad of onion, cucumber and tomato.”
Malai boti Net +3

“The BBQ is very tasty specially their seekh kabab and malai boti juicy and tender”
Keema Net +2

“Clean,, fast, modern and cheap. Best Pakistani Restaurant in Dubai. You have to visit. Love their keema.”
Mix grill Net +2

“We ordered Mix Grill and it was delicious. Me , my wife & child enjoyed the evening very much and would re-visit to Have some more delicious food in town.”
Mutton paya Net +2

“I went for breakfast after long time.we ordered mutton paya and channa with kulcha. Boht were delicious and improved. Highly recommended now.”
Nihari Net +2

“I always get the best breakfast ever from here. My most favourite is Aloo Paratha then Paya, Nihari and Keema. Love there taste and quality.”

Honorable mentions (27)

Aloo paratha Net +1

“I always get the best breakfast ever from here. My most favourite is Aloo Paratha then Paya, Nihari and Keema. Love there taste and quality.”
Bannu beef pulao Net +1

“As a frequent patron of Muhammad Faisal Restaurant, I've consistently relished their rice dishes. While the introduction of the Bannu Beef Pulao was delightful, I noticed its discontinuation. Similarly, the absence of the Mutton Yakhni Pulao in recent visits was disappointing. However, their Mutton Karahi, available on order, remains exceptional.”
Bread Net +1

“Also, the parking is it easy but everything is spicy even you ordered non-spicy food and your clothes start smelling like food when you visit this restaurant you happened to me a few times already the rest is OK. The Bread is the best.”
Brown ata roti Net +1

“We ordered Channp tawa fry and chicken malai boti with butter naan and brown ata roti. Chaanp fry and malai boti was awesome. Specially malai boti was best.Dont order butter naan, its 4 aed each and its just ok. Brown ata roti was superb.”
Chana daal Net +1

“We ordered butter chicken but unfortunately it was not available so the waiter gave us complimentary chana daal with the kadhai which was very tasty.”
Channa Net +1

“I went for breakfast after long time.we ordered mutton paya and channa with kulcha. Boht were delicious and improved. Highly recommended now.”
Channp tawa fry Net +1

“We ordered Channp tawa fry and chicken malai boti with butter naan and brown ata roti. Chaanp fry and malai boti was awesome. Specially malai boti was best.Dont order butter naan, its 4 aed each and its just ok. Brown ata roti was superb.”
Chicken karahi Net +1

“Their chicken karahi is also worth trying.”
Chicken malai boti Net +1

“We ordered Channp tawa fry and chicken malai boti with butter naan and brown ata roti. Chaanp fry and malai boti was awesome. Specially malai boti was best.Dont order butter naan, its 4 aed each and its just ok. Brown ata roti was superb.”
Daal Net +1

“Authentic Pakistani food. The Tawa chops abd daal were very nice.. place is clean”
Daal maash Net +1

“Daal maash was also fine and so was kari pakora.”
Desi ghee mutton karahi Net +1

“Their Desi Ghee Mutton Karahi is simply amazing—rich in flavour, cooked perfectly, and full of authentic taste.”
Fish tikka Net +1

“Went there thrice. Their malai boti is outclass and their fish tikka is also good.”
Fresh lamb kharahi made with desi ghee Net +1

“Food was very testy we tried fresh lamb kharahi made with desi ghee. Mr zarsaad was very nice and very professional”
Haleem Net +1

“Wasn't a good experience at first. We ordered Maghaz Masala and Paye for breakfast but didn't like it. The rest of the dishes like dal, haleem and karahi etc are good and the price is reasonable as well. (Edited)”
Kadhai Net +1

“The kadhai was good.”
Karahi's Net +1

“Taste is very good. Best option in town for some taka tak, tawa ribs and karahi's lover and other meat dishes also very delicious.”
Kari pakora Net +1

“Daal maash was also fine and so was kari pakora.”
Katakat special Net +1

“The standout for me was the katakat special. It came sizzling on a wide tawa, rich with butter and generously spiced. The mix included chicken liver, which gave it depth and a slightly earthy richness that worked beautifully with the heat. It was bold, satisfying and indulgent. This is not a light dish, but it is deeply comforting and perfect if you’re hungry.”
Olive oil dal mash Net +1

“Good place for the food, Olive oil Dal mash must try😋”
Roti Net +1

“The roti is made with original atta, soft and fresh, making the perfect combination with the karahi.”
Saag Net +1

“Suggest to try saag here 😋⭐️”
Taka tak Net +1

“Taste is very good. Best option in town for some taka tak, tawa ribs and karahi's lover and other meat dishes also very delicious.”
Tawa champ Net +1

“I visited Muhammad Faisar Restaurant and tried the Tawa Champ. It was delicious, juicy, and full of flavor. Great service and friendly staff. Highly recommended! 👍”
Tawa chops Net +1

“Authentic Pakistani food. The Tawa chops abd daal were very nice.. place is clean”
Tawa qeema Net +1

“Delicious Pakistani food at affordable price. Seekh kabab were moist, tawa qeema was amazing and loved their butter nan.”
Tawa ribs Net +1

“Taste is very good. Best option in town for some taka tak, tawa ribs and karahi's lover and other meat dishes also very delicious.”

Drinks 2

Fresh milk tea Net +1

“Fresh milk tea was also good.”
Lemon soda Net +1

“Best mutton karahi and best lemon soda. Highly recommended.”

What to Avoid (11)

Food 11

Biryani Net −1

“I must share that my recent experience was marred by excessively spicy biryani, and the recurring air conditioning issues are noticeable, making the interior uncomfortably warm. Nonetheless, despite these concerns, Muhammad Faisal Restaurant remains one of my preferred destinations for desi cuisine.”
Butter naan Net −1

“We ordered Channp tawa fry and chicken malai boti with butter naan and brown ata roti. Chaanp fry and malai boti was awesome. Specially malai boti was best.Dont order butter naan, its 4 aed each and its just ok. Brown ata roti was superb.”
Butter naans Net −1

“Butter Naans were all dry.”
Chicken biryani Net −1

“Chicken biryani can be improved further by serving warm”
Chicken kadai Net −1

“I order chicken kadai first of all it took them 15 minutes to cook I don't mind about that but after 15 minutes when it came to my table the chicken was half cooked and I can see the blood coming out of chicken bones I complain them and they took it to cook again which took them another 15 minutes until that time I was done waiting but in the end the charge me for the food which have not eaten.... beside saying sorry to me this was the last I took my family there...... Poor food...”
Gulab jamun Net −1

“Disappointed with gulab jamun served without sweet syrup ,but ask for it .”
Maghaz masala Net −1

“Wasn't a good experience at first. We ordered Maghaz Masala and Paye for breakfast but didn't like it. The rest of the dishes like dal, haleem and karahi etc are good and the price is reasonable as well. (Edited)”
Mutton kadai Net −1

“I order mutton kadai and mutton Kebab...not worth no spicy no flavour...my Frnd told me it’s famous food shop..I don’t like...but I like Pakistani food...my favourite shop EAGLE Resturant in Muteena and Hor al Anz”
Mutton kebab Net −1

“I order mutton kadai and mutton Kebab...not worth no spicy no flavour...my Frnd told me it’s famous food shop..I don’t like...but I like Pakistani food...my favourite shop EAGLE Resturant in Muteena and Hor al Anz”
Paye Net −1

“Wasn't a good experience at first. We ordered Maghaz Masala and Paye for breakfast but didn't like it. The rest of the dishes like dal, haleem and karahi etc are good and the price is reasonable as well. (Edited)”
Tawa magaz Net −1

“I ordered tawa magaz, but the quality was very poor and the price was too expensive for the taste and portion. The food did not meet expectations at all.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Call Ahead. Ask what is available before going; one review says some pulao dishes were discontinued and mutton karahi was available on order.

Watch Spice. If you prefer mild food, confirm the spice level clearly, as one customer found even non-spicy food hot.

Plan the visit

Practical details

20th Street,Al Khabaisi

Al Khabaisi - Deira, Dubai

04 269 1900

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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Delivery Delays

One delivery customer waited more than 48 minutes despite being only a five-minute walk away.

Order Problems

Reviews report missing takeaway items, incorrect delivery orders and poor packing.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

5AED

breakfast including the tea

“In 5AED you can have your breakfast including the tea”

Google review · June 2019

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The Bottom Line

Faisal Restaurant is a straightforward Pakistani restaurant in Deira, with the strongest case being its tawa dishes and karahi. The katakat special is cooked sizzling on a wide tawa with chicken liver, butter and spice, while the desi ghee mutton karahi is praised for rich flavour and tender meat. Seekh kebabs and malai boti are also described as juicy and well cooked.

The menu suits hearty eating rather than delicate dining. Fresh naan, roti and brown atta roti work well with the curries, and breakfast regulars return for aloo paratha, paya, nihari and keema. Portions are often called generous and prices generally reasonable; one older review even mentions a five-AED breakfast including tea.

There is a separate family section, and the setting is casual and practical rather than polished. Service and ordering are less consistent. Several reviews describe friendly, quick staff, but others report rude communication, missing takeaway items, poor packing and long delivery waits.

Spice can run high even when a dish is ordered non-spicy, and older visits mention air-conditioning and cleanliness problems. Call ahead for availability—some rice dishes were discontinued and mutton karahi was reportedly available on order—and check takeaway bags before leaving. Parking may take patience, though Abu Baker Metro Station and Port Saeed bus station are nearby.