Biryani Range
Biryani is a consistent draw, with reviewers praising both chicken and vegetable versions for flavour, aroma and generous portions.
Jumeirah
Gazebo is a contemporary Indian eatery on the first floor of Mercato Mall in Jumeirah, with a relaxed setting and a broad traditional menu. Reviewers often come for biryani, seekh kebabs and butter chicken, while comfortable seating makes it a practical choice for a family meal or a break during shopping.
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Biryani is a consistent draw, with reviewers praising both chicken and vegetable versions for flavour, aroma and generous portions.
You can request extra spice, while another reviewer found the standard seasoning approachable for international guests and children.
Several reviews describe staff as warm and attentive, including carefully serving guests without being overbearing.
Comfortable seating and a calm mall atmosphere make it well suited to family dinners and relaxed meals.
The menu includes a wide range of vegetarian dishes, useful for groups with different preferences.
One reviewer found parking straightforward and the walk from the car to the restaurant short.
Two biryanis with naan and chicken tikka masala were reported as enough for six people.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Gazebo - Mercato Mall, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“I ordered Hyderabad beryani, Beryani chicken teka, Fatosh salad food was 10/10.”
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“I ordered Hyderabad beryani, Beryani chicken teka, Fatosh salad food was 10/10.”May 2022
“In terms of food i had Bhuna Chicken (Boneless) which is delicious. And you should also try the Murg Cheese Tikka and Murgh Bharwan Cheese in their appetizers. Decent quantity as well.”
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“In terms of food i had Bhuna Chicken (Boneless) which is delicious. And you should also try the Murg Cheese Tikka and Murgh Bharwan Cheese in their appetizers. Decent quantity as well.”July 2026
“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”
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“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”May 2026
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”
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“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”May 2026
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”
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“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”May 2026
“I had gosht hiderabadi byriani. Service was good, nice food, I just felt I got lost in the menu: too many choices which look similar.”
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“I had gosht hiderabadi byriani. Service was good, nice food, I just felt I got lost in the menu: too many choices which look similar.”April 2021
“Try the Gusht Yakhni Soup (very delicious)”
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“Try the Gusht Yakhni Soup (very delicious)”July 2026
“Heiderabadi chicken and chicken curry were the bests”
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“Heiderabadi chicken and chicken curry were the bests”August 2025
“I ordered Hyderabad beryani, Beryani chicken teka, Fatosh salad food was 10/10.”
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“I ordered Hyderabad beryani, Beryani chicken teka, Fatosh salad food was 10/10.”May 2022
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”
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“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”August 2024
“The Murgh Irani Pulao was awesome, restaurant neat and clean, good service received”
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“The Murgh Irani Pulao was awesome, restaurant neat and clean, good service received”December 2025
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“If you make visit don’t miss the Tandoori Murgh and Paneer Tikka.”
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“If you make visit don’t miss the Tandoori Murgh and Paneer Tikka.”May 2018
“Curries are savory Reshmi kabab masala definitely a signature dish.”
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“Curries are savory Reshmi kabab masala definitely a signature dish.”November 2019
“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”
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“We ordered Malai Chicken Biriyani and Hyderbadi Chicken Biriyani, was good enough for 6 people for 2 Biriyanis and Naan & Chicken Tikka Masala which was one of their signature dishes, was so goood. All were yummyyy<3 For desserts, we ordered Bread ka Meetha and Royal Falooda, tooo goood!!”January 2024
“Mango lasse can be slightly adjusted, sambosa was excellent.”
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“Mango lasse can be slightly adjusted, sambosa was excellent.”July 2023
“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”
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“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”May 2026
“If you make visit don’t miss the Tandoori Murgh and Paneer Tikka.”
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“If you make visit don’t miss the Tandoori Murgh and Paneer Tikka.”May 2018
“I tried the vegetable biryani, a big pot enough to feed two people.”
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“I tried the vegetable biryani, a big pot enough to feed two people.”November 2019
“Vilayati Sabzi Biryani was awesome perfect Sabzi Biryani. I would like to give more than 5 stars if possible.”
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“Vilayati Sabzi Biryani was awesome perfect Sabzi Biryani. I would like to give more than 5 stars if possible.”April 2021
Mixed feedback
“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”
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“Hands down has to be the best Desi food I’ve had in Dubai! The Biryani, the seekh kebabs, the chicken kebabs, the butter chicken and the Daal Makhani stole the show!”May 2026
Only neutral feedback
“The only downside was the mutton dish (Gosht Rogan Josh). While the flavor and spices were excellent, I expected the boneless mutton to be much more tender. Unfortunately, the meat was a bit tough, which was disappointing since that was the main reason I chose this dish.”
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“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”
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“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”August 2024
“The Dal had no flavor the bread even was not nice . To the extent I asked to see the chef . The chicken kebab did not melt like butter in the mouth. Even the curry was not fragrant or simple pilau rice . Maybe it was an off day .”
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“The Dal had no flavor the bread even was not nice . To the extent I asked to see the chef . The chicken kebab did not melt like butter in the mouth. Even the curry was not fragrant or simple pilau rice . Maybe it was an off day .”February 2023
“Mango lasse can be slightly adjusted, sambosa was excellent.”
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“Mango lasse can be slightly adjusted, sambosa was excellent.”July 2023
“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”
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“Usually it's not the case with Gazebo buy today we ordered bondi raita (too salty) masala papad (too salty) and biryani was not tasty at all... credit where's due ..methi chicken keema was good”August 2024
“The Dal had no flavor the bread even was not nice . To the extent I asked to see the chef . The chicken kebab did not melt like butter in the mouth. Even the curry was not fragrant or simple pilau rice . Maybe it was an off day .”
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“The Dal had no flavor the bread even was not nice . To the extent I asked to see the chef . The chicken kebab did not melt like butter in the mouth. Even the curry was not fragrant or simple pilau rice . Maybe it was an off day .”February 2023
“Ordered Mango Lassi and it was not cold, when informed the waiter he apologized and put ice in it.”
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“Ordered Mango Lassi and it was not cold, when informed the waiter he apologized and put ice in it.”June 2024
Set Spice. Tell the server your preferred spice level; reviewers found the option useful for both children and guests wanting extra heat.
Allow Time. Avoid arriving in a hurry: some reviews mention slow orders, especially when dishes are prepared to order.
Use Parking. Parking was described as easy, with little walking needed to reach the restaurant inside Mercato Mall.
Ask Recommendations. If the extensive menu feels confusing, ask the staff for guidance; one reviewer said they helped explain dishes before ordering.
Check Desserts. If ordering drinks or dessert, check their temperature when served; one reviewer found both a lassi and bread dessert insufficiently chilled or warm.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
A few visits were let down by bland or tasteless dishes, including biryani, dal and rice.
Some reviewers reported long waits, including one who said the order took too long.
One otherwise very positive review considered the roti and naan expensive.
The Gosht Rogan Josh had good flavour, but the boneless mutton was reported as tougher than expected.
One table reported a serious serving mistake involving chicken being moved from one plate to another.
The Bottom Line
Gazebo is a contemporary Indian restaurant on Mercato Mall’s first floor in Jumeirah. It suits a relaxed lunch, dinner or shopping break, with comfortable seating and a menu broad enough to require a little guidance. The dishes that receive the clearest praise include biryani, seekh kebabs, butter chicken and Daal Makhani; the Murgh Irani Pulao and Bhuna Chicken (Boneless) also have enthusiastic mentions.
Portions can work well for groups: one review says two biryanis with naan and Chicken Tikka Masala fed six people. Vegetarian diners also have plenty of choice, and the spice level can be adjusted, which helped families with children as well as guests wanting extra heat. Parking is described as easy, with little walking from the car park to the restaurant.
Service is usually a strong point, with reviewers describing staff as welcoming, attentive and helpful with recommendations. Still, the experience is not perfectly consistent. Some guests found dishes bland or tasteless, and others reported slow orders.
Gosht Rogan Josh was flavourful but had tough mutton in one visit. Roti and naan were also considered expensive by one otherwise delighted diner. If you are short on time, visit when you can wait and ask questions before ordering.