Persian favourites
Kabab Koobideh, chicken kebab and Dizi receive especially strong praise, including one diner’s comparison with food in Iran.
Farideh restaurant
Al Quoz
Farideh is an Iranian and Emirati restaurant and café listed in Al Quoz, with reviews highlighting Persian favourites such as Kabab Koobideh and Dizi. Customers also mention its decorated, cozy setting, freshly baked bread made in front of guests, and warm hospitality—though the venue details should be confirmed before visiting.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
125 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Authentic Dizi
A frequent visitor to Iran called Farideh’s Dizi better than versions they had eaten there.
Fresh bread
The bread is made in front of customers and is described as delicious and homemade.
Warm service
Multiple reviews describe the staff as welcoming, attentive and accommodating, including during a large Sunday breakfast.
Cozy setting
Reviews highlight the colorful décor, turquoise ceilings and a comfortable atmosphere suited to a relaxed meal.
Breakfast option
An Iranian breakfast and shakshuka were reported as fresh and tasty on a quiet Sunday morning.
Fresh sweets
Customers mention sweets and cakes baked on site, including a cake made in front of one reviewer.
Free parking
One diner said free parking made the visit easier.
What to Eat at Farideh restaurant 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 Farideh restaurant, 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 Farideh restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Goboli Net +3
“Beautiful restaurant inside shopping mall they have outdoor seating also the Iranian food is delicious specially goboli and seafood items staff are good and service is good”
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Review excerpts
“Beautiful restaurant inside shopping mall they have outdoor seating also the Iranian food is delicious specially goboli and seafood items staff are good and service is good”March 2024
“Beautiful place friendly and helpful staff quality food nice ambiance good price goboli food is delicious here”March 2024
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Chelo kebab koobideh Net +2
“The standout for me was their signature Kabab Koobideh, served with perfectly fluffy saffron rice and grilled tomatoes. The meat was tender, flavorful, and well-seasoned.”
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“The standout for me was their signature Kabab Koobideh, served with perfectly fluffy saffron rice and grilled tomatoes. The meat was tender, flavorful, and well-seasoned.”November 2024
“We ordered food twice recently and that was so delicious , honestly, your Koobide kebab is the best in Dubai , chicken kebab also, specially Dizi, amazing👌👌🌷🌷”July 2024
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Dizi Net +2
“My Dizi beats those in Iran.”
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“My Dizi beats those in Iran.”October 2024
“We ordered food twice recently and that was so delicious , honestly, your Koobide kebab is the best in Dubai , chicken kebab also, specially Dizi, amazing👌👌🌷🌷”July 2024
Honorable mentions (9)
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Baghali polo ba mahicheh (lamb) Net +1
“I took Baghali Polo ba Mahicheh (Lamb) in mains – tender and perfectly seasoned with Chelo Kebab Koobideh & saffron rice – a classic done right.”
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“I took Baghali Polo ba Mahicheh (Lamb) in mains – tender and perfectly seasoned with Chelo Kebab Koobideh & saffron rice – a classic done right.”October 2024
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Chicken kebab Net +1
“We ordered food twice recently and that was so delicious , honestly, your Koobide kebab is the best in Dubai , chicken kebab also, specially Dizi, amazing👌👌🌷🌷”
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“We ordered food twice recently and that was so delicious , honestly, your Koobide kebab is the best in Dubai , chicken kebab also, specially Dizi, amazing👌👌🌷🌷”July 2024
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Fesenjan Net +1
“The Fesenjan, a rich pomegranate walnut stew, was another highlight, balancing sweet and savory flavors beautifully.”
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“The Fesenjan, a rich pomegranate walnut stew, was another highlight, balancing sweet and savory flavors beautifully.”November 2024
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Iranian falooda Net +1
“For dessert, I indulged in Iranian Falooda first time and New York Cheesecake – the perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal.”
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“For dessert, I indulged in Iranian Falooda first time and New York Cheesecake – the perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal.”October 2024
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Kashke bademjan (persian eggplant dip) Net +1
“However, our hosts were so kind to accommodate us with some vegetable grills and rice dishes along with a side of Kashke Bademjan (Persian eggplant dip) - it was my first time trying this and I 10/10 recommend!”
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“However, our hosts were so kind to accommodate us with some vegetable grills and rice dishes along with a side of Kashke Bademjan (Persian eggplant dip) - it was my first time trying this and I 10/10 recommend!”October 2023
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Moutabal Net +1
“Great food and service. Moutabal with freshly baked bread was just incredible”
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“Great food and service. Moutabal with freshly baked bread was just incredible”January 2024
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New york cheesecake Net +1
“For dessert, I indulged in Iranian Falooda first time and New York Cheesecake – the perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal.”
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“For dessert, I indulged in Iranian Falooda first time and New York Cheesecake – the perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal.”October 2024
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Seafood platter Net +1
“On my visit, I had the pleasure of trying Seafood Platter since I was too hungry. The portion was ample for sharing among 3-4, fresh, crunch and flavorful.”
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“On my visit, I had the pleasure of trying Seafood Platter since I was too hungry. The portion was ample for sharing among 3-4, fresh, crunch and flavorful.”October 2024
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Shakshuka Net +1
“We had an Iranian breakfast and shakshuka, very fresh and tasty!”
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Review excerpts
“We had an Iranian breakfast and shakshuka, very fresh and tasty!”June 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm location. Call before travelling to Al Quoz: a January 2026 review says the listed site was temporary and the restaurant had moved back.
Check dining. Do not rely on an online table confirmation alone; ask whether inside dining is currently available before setting out.
Try Dizi. Dizi is one of the clearest signature choices, with one reviewer calling it better than versions they had eaten in Iran.
Go Sunday. Sunday morning was described as quiet, making it a useful time to try the Iranian breakfast and shakshuka.
Ask about bread. If available, ask for the bread made in front of guests; it was singled out as delicious and homemade.
Expect variation. If ordering Dizi online, bear in mind that one customer reported a good first order but a poor second one.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Farideh Maens Unique - 82 318th Rd
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz, Dubai
Common Concerns
Location confusion
A recent visitor could not find the Al Quoz listing and was told the restaurant had moved back to its original location.
Dining uncertainty
A confirmed online reservation reportedly led to a venue with no inside dining.
Food inconsistency
One customer enjoyed the first online Dizi order but found the second disappointing.
Slow service
One visit involved a long wait for cold dishes, oily grills and undercooked meat.
Small portions
A reviewer felt the portions, especially for the price, were not generous enough.
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The Bottom Line
Farideh is listed in Al Quoz as an Iranian and Emirati restaurant and café, with reviews centred on Persian food rather than a broad international menu. The clearest draws are Kabab Koobideh, Dizi and goboli; one reviewer who had visited Iran more than 40 times said Farideh’s Dizi surpassed versions there. Fresh bread made in front of guests is another memorable detail.
The setting gets plenty of attention too. Reviewers describe colorful decoration, turquoise ceilings, cozy seating and a pleasant atmosphere, while staff are often called warm, attentive and accommodating. Breakfast is worth considering: an Iranian breakfast and shakshuka were reported as fresh and tasty on a quiet Sunday morning.
Sweets and cakes are also baked on site, and one review mentions a cake made in front of the customer. There is an important practical caveat. Recent reviews report that the Al Quoz listing was temporary and that the restaurant had moved back to its original location.
Another diner arrived with an online reservation but found no inside dining. Call ahead to confirm the current location, seating arrangements and reservation status. Food quality has also varied: one Dizi order was good and the next was not, while another visit involved cold dishes, oily grills and undercooked meat.
Free parking was reported by one customer, but confirm the current setup when calling.