Fisheatarium Restaurant

Fisheatarium Restaurant

Al Karama

Fisheatarium is a seafood restaurant in Al Karama built around grilled, fried and masala-marinated fish, with mandi rice as a recurring favourite. Customers often come for sharing platters, including seafood combinations with sea bream, calamari, prawns and rice, in a casual setting with indoor and outdoor seating.

Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
1,751 ratings
5★
68%
4★
18%
3★
6%
2★
2%
1★
7%

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The Good Stuff

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Sharing platters

The seafood platter for three is described as generous and well presented, with mandi rice, sea bream and two squid preparations.

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Mandi rice

Mandi rice is repeatedly praised alongside fish, with one group finding it moist, well spiced and substantial enough to order extra.

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What to Eat at Fisheatarium Restaurant

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Fisheatarium Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 3

  1. Mandi rice Net +6
    “We had King fish and Mandi rice. The quality and taste of the fish was awesome! I'm not a regular fish'aru but still I loved every bite of it. Masala on the fish is excellent. They serve chutney with the fish which is also delicious. Rice taste, quality and quantity was decent.”
  2. Fish grill Net +2
    “Fish grill was amazing their flavor is great and fresh. Side bread and rice is included with grills. You have order separately.”
  3. Squid fry Net +2
    “The platter included mandi rice, sea bream, squid roast, and squid fry, offering a nice mix of flavors and textures. The accompaniments like raita curd and tandoori chutney paired well with the seafood and added balance to the meal. A thoughtful touch was the complimentary soup and juice served at the beginning. The soup was warm and comforting, while the juice was refreshing and helped set the tone for the meal. These extras made the experience feel more welcoming and complete. The seafood was fresh and well cooked, with each item standing out in its own way. The mandi rice was flavorful without overpowering the seafood, and both squid preparations were done well, retaining good texture.”
Honorable mentions (47)
  1. 10Aed meal Net +1
    “great to know this restaurant offering 10aed meal is a tremendous meal and the taste is great, i would definetly come back and consume their promo, so goood fish mandi, i really love it to the max hahahha i even ask for extra rice, only their AC is not working”
  2. Accompanying sauce Net +1
    “Even the mandi rice (which we ended up ordering extra) was well spiced, flavorful, and moist. The accompanying sauce paired perfectly with it.”
  3. Aed 15 mandi Net +1
    “We have been regular takeaway customers of this restaurant and have always been satisfied with the quality and quantity of their AED 15 mandi, which is usually enough for two people.”
  4. Biryani rice Net +1
    “Ordered a combo, King fish and Sea Bream fish with biryani rice. The rice had a good taste including that of Sea Bream, however the King fish may have been out there for long; not fresh.”
  5. Broasted prawns Net +1
    “Mr.Arun suggested to try green and red masala fish and broasted prawn . Fish was served with mandi rice. Food was outclass and very tasty.”
  6. Calamari Net +1
    “We ordered the sea bream along with the calamari, prawns, and mandi platter for two, and the portions were huge and very satisfying. Everything was fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor.”
  7. Dynamite chicken mandi Net +1
    “I tried their Dynamite Chicken Mandi and really enjoyed the flavor.”
  8. Dynamite mandi Net +1
    “Fisheatarium in Karama offers a fantastic dining experience! The Tawa Mandi is full of rich, aromatic flavors, and the Dynamite Mandi lives up to its name with a perfect balance of spice and tenderness.”
  9. Fish both side different masala Net +1
    “Tried fish both side in different masala and taste so yummy...”
  10. Fish combo Net +1
    “Ambiance is good.parking is very difficult during the weekend. Prices are okay.fish combo is good.we tried chicken with mandi rice.”
  11. Fish platter Net +1
    “This place is highly recommended for a fish lover. And the fish platter is a MUST try.”
  12. Fish platter with mandi rice Net +1
    “Their fish platter with mandi rice is really good, well cooked, flavorful, and quite satisfying.”
  13. Fried calamari Net +1
    “Some of the dishes were outstanding: the fried calamari, shrimp, grilled fish in green sauce, and grilled chicken were topnotch.”
  14. Green masala fish Net +1
    “Mr.Arun suggested to try green and red masala fish and broasted prawn . Fish was served with mandi rice. Food was outclass and very tasty.”
  15. Grill mandi Net +1
    “I had a fantastic grill Mandi meal and Shankar recommended me this dish as I had no clue what to order.”
  16. Grilled black pepper chicken Net +1
    “Decent experience! The grilled black pepper chicken was done well, However, the rice was Lukewarm, Felt cold, Will definitely give them another try to explore their other dishes.”
  17. Grilled chicken Net +1
    “Some of the dishes were outstanding: the fried calamari, shrimp, grilled fish in green sauce, and grilled chicken were topnotch.”
  18. Grilled fish in green sauce Net +1
    “Some of the dishes were outstanding: the fried calamari, shrimp, grilled fish in green sauce, and grilled chicken were topnotch.”
  19. Grilled seabream Net +1
    “I ordered the grilled Seabream and Seabass, seasoned with salt, olive oil, black pepper, and butter. The flavors were fantastic, and everything was perfectly cooked.”
  20. Grilled sheri Net +1
    “The meat in all the dishes were tender and marinated well. Tasted delicious too. For the Sheri, our favorite was the spicy green marinade.”
  21. Grilled tiger prawns Net +1
    “We ordered another portion of Grilled Tiger Prawns as it was too good in their special masala mix and also a BBQ Lobster.”
  22. Lobster Net +1
    “The meat in all the dishes were tender and marinated well. Tasted delicious too. For the Sheri, our favorite was the spicy green marinade. For the prawns, both marinades tasted good and the lobster/crayfish tasted good with the green marinade.”
  23. Mandi platter for two Net +1
    “We ordered the sea bream along with the calamari, prawns, and mandi platter for two, and the portions were huge and very satisfying. Everything was fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor.”
  24. Mix platter Net +1
    “The mix platter is a standout and a must-try; it’s packed with variety, perfectly seasoned, and served hot and fresh every time.”
  25. Mixed fish mandhii Net +1
    “I tried only Mixed Fish mandhii and that was one of the best..!”
  26. Platter for four Net +1
    “We decided to try the platter for four, which was what we’d seen in the reel. There were two versions one with cool drinks and one without. Since they’d run out of the watermelon juice that usually comes with it, we opted for the platter without drinks.”
  27. Prawns grill Net +1
    “Had a great dining experience... Had fish grill and tried prawns grill as starter. It was tasty, and I really felt the freshness of the fish.”
  28. Red chilli bbq masala Net +1
    “Nice food 😋😋 Good ambiance .Red chilli BBQ masala is a must try dish. Squid fry was crunchy and delicious with the dip ...The staff was nice and friendly.”
  29. Red masala fish Net +1
    “Mr.Arun suggested to try green and red masala fish and broasted prawn . Fish was served with mandi rice. Food was outclass and very tasty.”
  30. Rice side Net +1
    “Soup too Yum, salad rice side they provide 😋 are good.”
  31. Royal mix mandi Net +1
    “Delicious food with a lovely atmosphere. We went for lunch and tried the Seabream Premium and Royal Mix Mandi—both were absolutely awesome. Very happy with the taste, and the service was excellent too. Definitely recommend!”
  32. Salad Net +1
    “Soup too Yum, salad rice side they provide 😋 are good.”
  33. Sea bream fish Net +1
    “Ordered a combo, King fish and Sea Bream fish with biryani rice. The rice had a good taste including that of Sea Bream, however the King fish may have been out there for long; not fresh.”
  34. Sea bream in green masala Net +1
    “We ordered the Sea Bream in green masala and red masala, which was served with soup, rice, and chutney. The quantity was sufficient for two adults and two children.”
  35. Sea breem fish mandi Net +1
    “Tried the sea breem fish mandi with two flavour combo. It was good than expected.”
  36. Seabream premium Net +1
    “Delicious food with a lovely atmosphere. We went for lunch and tried the Seabream Premium and Royal Mix Mandi—both were absolutely awesome. Very happy with the taste, and the service was excellent too. Definitely recommend!”
  37. Seafood mandi Net +1
    “We ordered chicken and seafood mandi and the taste was good except the rice quality and preparation which they need to improve a bit.”
  38. Seafood platter for three Net +1
    “We visited as a group and ordered the seafood platter for three, which was generous, well presented, and perfect for sharing.”
  39. Shrimp Net +1
    “Some of the dishes were outstanding: the fried calamari, shrimp, grilled fish in green sauce, and grilled chicken were topnotch.”
  40. Special combo for 4 people Net +1
    “Tried the Special Combo for 4 people, and it was excellent. The food was very tasty, and we also tried the lemon tea and mango juice, both of which were refreshing and delicious.”
  41. Special sauce Net +1
    “The special sauce that accompanied the fish was a revelation, perfectly complementing the rice. We absolutely loved it!”
  42. Squid roast Net +1
    “The platter included mandi rice, sea bream, squid roast, and squid fry, offering a nice mix of flavors and textures. The accompaniments like raita curd and tandoori chutney paired well with the seafood and added balance to the meal. A thoughtful touch was the complimentary soup and juice served at the beginning. The soup was warm and comforting, while the juice was refreshing and helped set the tone for the meal. These extras made the experience feel more welcoming and complete. The seafood was fresh and well cooked, with each item standing out in its own way. The mandi rice was flavorful without overpowering the seafood, and both squid preparations were done well, retaining good texture.”
  43. Sulaimani Net +1
    “Ended the meal with a hot cup of sulaimani (black tea). Superb.”
  44. Tawa mandi Net +1
    “Fisheatarium in Karama offers a fantastic dining experience! The Tawa Mandi is full of rich, aromatic flavors, and the Dynamite Mandi lives up to its name with a perfect balance of spice and tenderness.”
  45. Tiger prawns Net +1
    “We tried their Seafood Platter (which had Grilled Sea Bream, Tiger Prawns, Crabs, Broasted Prawns/ Squid with a large quantity of flavoured rice.”
  46. Chicken mandi Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “We ordered chicken and seafood mandi and the taste was good except the rice quality and preparation which they need to improve a bit.”
  47. Beef burger Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Recently I had dinner from here. I ordered Anar Juice and a Beef burger. They were considerate when I mentioned some dietary choices. But the thing which went wrong was the amount of time they took to bring the food. If I remember correctly they took around 20 mins to bring the order. Food was okayish. Not bad!”

Drinks 5

  1. Kerala style samovar tea Net +1
    “One of the highlights for me was their Kerala style samovar tea with snacks. The tea has a rich traditional flavor and pairs perfectly with the snacks, making it a great choice for an evening break.”
  2. Lemon tea Net +1
    “The food was very tasty, and we also tried the lemon tea and mango juice, both of which were refreshing and delicious.”
  3. Mango juice Net +1
    “The food was very tasty, and we also tried the lemon tea and mango juice, both of which were refreshing and delicious.”
  4. Tea Net +1
    “Their tea and snacks were also very good.”
  5. Anar juice Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Recently I had dinner from here. I ordered Anar Juice and a Beef burger. They were considerate when I mentioned some dietary choices. But the thing which went wrong was the amount of time they took to bring the food. If I remember correctly they took around 20 mins to bring the order. Food was okayish. Not bad!”
What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

  1. Dynamite chicken Net −1
    “However, the dynamite chicken and fried sheri fish were just okay, the fish was a bit dry and lacked spices, while the chicken was greasier than it should have been.”
  2. Green salad Net −1
    “We were first served a green salad and a simple soup to begin with. This is not charged extra. The piping hot soup is soul warming in this cold weather but the salad could have been presented better.”
  3. Sea bream mandi Net −1
    “Today (19/04/2025)had Sea bream mandi,food was disappointing and their ac is not working.”
  4. Sherry mandi Net −1
    “- Not recommending the Sherry Mandi – too dry and bland.”
  5. Sheri fish fry Net −2
    “After that visit, we’ve dined here multiple times and usually order the sharing platter with chicken and fish. However, one drawback we noticed is the Sheri fish fry included in the platter—it lacks flavor and ruins the overall taste experience.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Arrive early. Go before 10 pm if you have a particular fish in mind, as one reviewer says some varieties may sell out later.

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Plan parking. Allow extra time for parking on weekends; a busy-day visitor had to leave the car two blocks away.

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Practical details

2 Building , G floor - 26 43A St
Al Karama, Dubai
Mon12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Difficult parking

Parking can be particularly challenging at weekends and busy times; one group parked two blocks away and walked.

AC problems

Several visits mention weak or non-working air conditioning, especially when the dining space was crowded or hot.

Customer-reported prices

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

AED 15

mandi

“We have been regular takeaway customers of this restaurant and have always been satisfied with the quality and quantity of their AED 15 mandi, which is usually enough for two people”
Google review · June 2026

AED 10 per plate

extra rice

“When we asked for extra rice, we were charged AED 10 per plate”
Google review · June 2026
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The Bottom Line

Fisheatarium in Al Karama is geared towards seafood fans who want grilled, fried or masala-marinated fish with mandi rice. The most useful orders mentioned by customers are the seafood sharing platters, sea bream mandi, calamari and prawns. Platters can be substantial: one platter for four easily fed four adults, while another included sea bream, squid roast, squid fry and mandi rice.

The food is generally praised for generous portions, strong marinades and fresh, well-cooked seafood. Mandi rice is a recurring highlight, and the Kerala-style samovar tea with snacks makes a popular evening finish. Complimentary soup appears in several accounts, and the indoor and outdoor seating works for families and groups.

The outdoor hut-style spaces are especially appealing in cooler weather. There are a few practical caveats. Parking becomes difficult during busy weekend periods, with one visitor parking two blocks away.

Air-conditioning has also been reported as unreliable, and the hand-washing area has drawn a cleanliness complaint. One recent diner found dine-in mandi rice portions unexpectedly small and was charged AED 10 for extra rice, so it is worth confirming portions when sharing. The Sheri fish fry is another divisive choice; some reviewers found it dry or lacking flavour.

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