Fresh classics
Reviewers consistently highlight creamy hummus, hearty foul and falafel that is crisp outside and soft inside.
Foul w Hummus Restaurants
Al Barsha
Foul w Hummus Restaurants is a casual Middle Eastern breakfast spot in Al Barsha, known for creamy hummus, hearty foul and notably crisp falafel. It keeps things simple, with warm bread, generous portions and the kind of open-hearted hospitality that includes complimentary falafel while you wait.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,983 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Crisp falafel
Falafel is a standout: several reviews describe it as exceptionally fresh, light and crunchy.
Warm hospitality
Staff are often praised for friendly service, including giving falafel to guests while they wait.
Free meals
A sign offers food free to people who cannot afford it, and long-term customers say the offer is genuine.
Fresh bread
Warm khubbus and Arabic bread are repeatedly mentioned as useful accompaniments for scooping up hummus and shakshuka.
Good value
Reviews describe generous portions and affordable pricing, with one diner calling the prices unbelievably cheap.
Quick service
Several diners say food arrives quickly, making the spot practical for a straightforward breakfast.
What to Eat at Foul w Hummus Restaurants 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 Foul w Hummus Restaurants, 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 Foul w Hummus Restaurants got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 4
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Falafel Net +23
“When I was waiting for my food after a long day, they gave me falafel while i was waiting.”
Positive 23Negative 0
Review excerpts
“When I was waiting for my food after a long day, they gave me falafel while i was waiting.”June 2026
“The hummus and falafel were top quality.”December 2025
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Foul Net +6
“One of the highlights remains their signature hummus and foul - creamy, well-seasoned, authentic. The texture of the hummus was smooth, the foul hearty yet balanced, all of which appears consistently good at this restaurant.”
Positive 7Negative 1Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“One of the highlights remains their signature hummus and foul - creamy, well-seasoned, authentic. The texture of the hummus was smooth, the foul hearty yet balanced, all of which appears consistently good at this restaurant.”October 2025
“I doubt If there is anyone place that can beat the quality of both Foul & Hummus at this place and above all their falafels.”October 2024
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Chicken liver Net +2
“But that’s not all – we also tried the mouthwatering Chicken Liver. Each bite was a burst of rich and succulent flavors. 🍗✨”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“But that’s not all – we also tried the mouthwatering Chicken Liver. Each bite was a burst of rich and succulent flavors. 🍗✨”July 2023
“We absolutely loved every dish that we ordered an my recommendation is that you absolutely have to try the chicken liver and Hummus with chickpeas.”October 2023
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Falafel sandwhich Net +2
“Their dips are to die for and that beef fatteh and falafel sandwhich just satisfies a palette.”
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Review excerpts
“Their dips are to die for and that beef fatteh and falafel sandwhich just satisfies a palette.”January 2023
“We had Foul, Hummus with beef and Falafel sandwich and really weren’t disappointed! Delicious food! Totally recommend!”April 2025
Honorable mentions (11)
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Chicken wrap Net +1
“I tried veg hummus falafel wrap and my friend had chicken wrap he also approved the taste.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried veg hummus falafel wrap and my friend had chicken wrap he also approved the taste.”December 2025
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Different kind of hummus with a mixture of legumes Net +1
“The dishes were good, but too greasy for us, I think this is due to the quality and quantity of vegetable oil. We ordered a different kind of hummus with a mixture of legumes, which the waiter recommended to us.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The dishes were good, but too greasy for us, I think this is due to the quality and quantity of vegetable oil. We ordered a different kind of hummus with a mixture of legumes, which the waiter recommended to us.”August 2025
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Falafel mix wrap Net +1
“I tried their falafel mix wrap, and it was amazing! The flavors were authentic, and everything was fresh and delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried their falafel mix wrap, and it was amazing! The flavors were authentic, and everything was fresh and delicious.”September 2024
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Fatteh Net +1
“We had Foul, Hummus, Falafel, and Fatteh—all authentic and delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had Foul, Hummus, Falafel, and Fatteh—all authentic and delicious.”September 2024
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Foul and hummus Net +1
“Authentic foul and hummus! Great crunchy falafel! The vegetable platters aren't that good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Authentic foul and hummus! Great crunchy falafel! The vegetable platters aren't that good.”August 2018
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Foul lebnsni Net +1
“Great food at great prices. Food came out quickly and fresh. We tried the Foul Lebnsni and Jordani. 😋 The seating area was a bit tight and squishy, but we managed.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Great food at great prices. Food came out quickly and fresh. We tried the Foul Lebnsni and Jordani. 😋 The seating area was a bit tight and squishy, but we managed.”September 2024
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Galayet bandora with egg Net +1
“We ordered the eggs and potatoes, foul Jordani and galayet bandora with egg which was our favourite !!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We ordered the eggs and potatoes, foul Jordani and galayet bandora with egg which was our favourite !!”May 2025
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Hummus with chickpeas Net +1
“We absolutely loved every dish that we ordered an my recommendation is that you absolutely have to try the chicken liver and Hummus with chickpeas.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We absolutely loved every dish that we ordered an my recommendation is that you absolutely have to try the chicken liver and Hummus with chickpeas.”October 2023
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Hummus with foul Net +1
“And who can resist the heavenly combination of hummus with foul? It’s a match made in foodie heaven! 😋🌯”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“And who can resist the heavenly combination of hummus with foul? It’s a match made in foodie heaven! 😋🌯”July 2023
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Jordani Net +1
“Great food at great prices. Food came out quickly and fresh. We tried the Foul Lebnsni and Jordani. 😋 The seating area was a bit tight and squishy, but we managed.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Great food at great prices. Food came out quickly and fresh. We tried the Foul Lebnsni and Jordani. 😋 The seating area was a bit tight and squishy, but we managed.”September 2024
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Veg hummus falafel wrap Net +1
“I tried veg hummus falafel wrap and my friend had chicken wrap he also approved the taste.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I tried veg hummus falafel wrap and my friend had chicken wrap he also approved the taste.”December 2025
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Tea Net +1
“Vegetarian options also available along with tea that is amazing.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Vegetarian options also available along with tea that is amazing.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Carry cash. Bring cash or confirm payment options first; one review explicitly says the restaurant only accepts cash.
Avoid peaks. Visit outside peak periods if you want more room and less noise; busy times can mean tight seating and patience.
Plan parking. Allow extra time for parking because street spaces directly outside may be limited.
Try fattah. Add fattah to your order alongside hummus and falafel; it is specifically singled out as a dish to try.
Ease into foul. If foul is new to you, start with a smaller portion or share it: one reviewer found it an acquired taste.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha - Dubai
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food safety
One reviewer reported severe stomach symptoms after eating, while others raised concerns about kitchen hygiene and food handling.
Cash friction
Multiple reviews report cash-only payment or an unpleasant reaction when a customer tried to pay by card.
Tight seating
The dining room can feel crowded and noisy at busy times, with limited space between tables.
Greasy dishes
One diner found the dishes too oily, attributing it to the quantity and quality of vegetable oil.
Changed atmosphere
A returning visitor felt the restaurant had changed enough that its original evening atmosphere no longer appealed.
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The Bottom Line
Foul w Hummus Restaurants is a straightforward Middle Eastern breakfast stop in Al Barsha, especially suited to diners who want hummus, foul and falafel rather than a polished, trend-led setting. The hummus is often described as creamy and smooth, while the falafel gets repeated praise for being crisp, light and fresh. There is more to explore than the headline dishes.
Reviews mention shakshuka with set eggs, Foul Jordani, fattah, chicken liver, hummus with beef and several hummus variations. Warm khubbus or Arabic bread makes the meal easy to share, and portions are commonly described as generous for the price. Service is usually quick and notably kind; guests have received complimentary falafel while waiting, and the restaurant’s sign offers free food to people who cannot afford a meal.
Set expectations correctly: the interior is simple, and seating can become tight and noisy during busy periods. Parking directly outside is limited. Payment also deserves checking before you go, since reviews describe the restaurant as cash-only and one customer reported an unpleasant card-payment experience.
Finally, a few reviews raise hygiene concerns, including one serious food-poisoning account, despite other diners describing the restaurant as clean. The overall picture is warm, affordable and authentic, but worth approaching with those practical cautions in mind.