Filipino flavours
Reviews describe the food as authentic and comforting, with palabok, kare-kare and halo-halo standing out.
Gerry's Grill - Burjuman
Umm Hurair
Gerry's Grill - Burjuman is a Filipino and Asian restaurant in Umm Hurair, serving familiar comfort food in a spacious, family-friendly setting. Reviews point to generous shared meals such as the Boodle Fight, along with popular Filipino favourites including palabok and halo-halo.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
2,119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Shared meals
The Boodle Fight is a satisfying group option, with an AED 84 serving reported as suitable for two.
Generous portions
Several diners found the portions generous, including a combo for two with rice, beef, chicken, juice and desserts.
Spacious dining
The large seating capacity and spacious dining area make it workable for family meals, birthdays and bigger gatherings.
Quick service
Multiple reviews mention food arriving quickly, including a seafood meal served without a long wait.
Celebration-friendly
One family celebrating a birthday with two toddlers received help with a cake and birthday song.
Warm atmosphere
Diners describe the setting as cozy, relaxing and welcoming, with occasional live music noted in the business description.
What to Eat at Gerry's Grill - Burjuman 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 Gerry's Grill - Burjuman, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Gerry's Grill - Burjuman, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Halo-halo Net +3
“On a positive note, the halo-halo was delicious and the highlight of our visit.”
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“On a positive note, the halo-halo was delicious and the highlight of our visit.”February 2026
“The food taste authentically Filipino 🥰 I am proud to take my other non-Filipino friends here 🤩 masarap ang halo-halo, fried chicken and Palabok, can't wait to try other food next visit. ❤️”April 2025
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Palabok Net +3
“The food taste authentically Filipino 🥰 I am proud to take my other non-Filipino friends here 🤩 masarap ang halo-halo, fried chicken and Palabok, can't wait to try other food next visit. ❤️”
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“The food taste authentically Filipino 🥰 I am proud to take my other non-Filipino friends here 🤩 masarap ang halo-halo, fried chicken and Palabok, can't wait to try other food next visit. ❤️”April 2025
“Very good deal and delicious Filipino Food. I recommend their Palabok and Boodle fight group meal. 🥰”December 2024
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Kare kare Net +2
“For the Nth time coming here... Same great taste and quality! Especially the Kare-Kare! Good job, Gerry's Grill! 5 thumbs up 👍!!!”
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“For the Nth time coming here... Same great taste and quality! Especially the Kare-Kare! Good job, Gerry's Grill! 5 thumbs up 👍!!!”January 2026
“They have newly renovated and spacious place can cater from 30pax +, Food is superB specially the Palabok, Kare Kare, Gerry’s Fried Chicken, & BulangLang was the Best.”January 2024
Honorable mentions (25)
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Adobo rice Net +1
“Like the adobo rice, the aroma was missing they always come in wrap with banana leaves 🍃 and now they serve it like a usual rice plate 🍛 without the banana leaves.”
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“Like the adobo rice, the aroma was missing they always come in wrap with banana leaves 🍃 and now they serve it like a usual rice plate 🍛 without the banana leaves.”April 2023
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Banana con leche Net +1
“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”
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“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”November 2024
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Beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables Net +1
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”September 2025
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Beef sisg Net +1
“beef sisg another dish which is really good.”
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“beef sisg another dish which is really good.”October 2022
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Boodle fight group meal Net +1
“Very good deal and delicious Filipino Food. I recommend their Palabok and Boodle fight group meal. 🥰”
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“Very good deal and delicious Filipino Food. I recommend their Palabok and Boodle fight group meal. 🥰”December 2024
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Boodle meal Net +1
“Food is delicious! Their boodle meal is satisfying! Love the service! Special thanks to Obet! Gerry’s legit🥰”
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“Food is delicious! Their boodle meal is satisfying! Love the service! Special thanks to Obet! Gerry’s legit🥰”January 2026
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Buko pandan com yelo Net +1
“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”
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“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”November 2024
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Bulanglang Net +1
“They have newly renovated and spacious place can cater from 30pax +, Food is superB specially the Palabok, Kare Kare, Gerry’s Fried Chicken, & BulangLang was the Best.”
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“They have newly renovated and spacious place can cater from 30pax +, Food is superB specially the Palabok, Kare Kare, Gerry’s Fried Chicken, & BulangLang was the Best.”January 2024
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Calamaris Net +1
“Food quality is Great, specifically, Pancit Bihon, Halo halo and Calamaris. Portion and Price is APPRORIATE and the Taste is genuinely and deliciously Pinoy.”
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“Food quality is Great, specifically, Pancit Bihon, Halo halo and Calamaris. Portion and Price is APPRORIATE and the Taste is genuinely and deliciously Pinoy.”August 2025
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Chicken adobo puso rice Net +1
“Good food and serving of chicken adobo puso rice and Lumi portion are more than enough for 1 person.”
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“Good food and serving of chicken adobo puso rice and Lumi portion are more than enough for 1 person.”February 2022
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Combo for 2 Net +1
“We had a great experience at Gerry’s Grill! The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts. Everything was excellent overall, though I do have a small concern about the baby squid 🦑 I felt it wasn’t worth the price compared to the rest of the dishes. Aside from that, everything else was outstanding.”
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“We had a great experience at Gerry’s Grill! The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts. Everything was excellent overall, though I do have a small concern about the baby squid 🦑 I felt it wasn’t worth the price compared to the rest of the dishes. Aside from that, everything else was outstanding.”September 2025
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Crab rice Net +1
“I a big fan of Gerry's Grill sauce and crab rice. Food quantity and quality was good for sharing.”
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“I a big fan of Gerry's Grill sauce and crab rice. Food quantity and quality was good for sharing.”February 2020
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Gerry’s fried chicken Net +1
“They have newly renovated and spacious place can cater from 30pax +, Food is superB specially the Palabok, Kare Kare, Gerry’s Fried Chicken, & BulangLang was the Best.”
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“They have newly renovated and spacious place can cater from 30pax +, Food is superB specially the Palabok, Kare Kare, Gerry’s Fried Chicken, & BulangLang was the Best.”January 2024
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Gerry's grill sauce Net +1
“I a big fan of Gerry's Grill sauce and crab rice. Food quantity and quality was good for sharing.”
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“I a big fan of Gerry's Grill sauce and crab rice. Food quantity and quality was good for sharing.”February 2020
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Grilled bangus Net +1
“The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the grilled bangus, which was flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked with the right balance of smokiness and tenderness. This item stood out and met our expectations, reminding us of the authentic Filipino taste Gerry’s Grill is known for.”
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“The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the grilled bangus, which was flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked with the right balance of smokiness and tenderness. This item stood out and met our expectations, reminding us of the authentic Filipino taste Gerry’s Grill is known for.”January 2026
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Inasal grilled chicken Net +1
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”September 2025
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Inihaw na pusit Net +1
“Although missing staples from the Philippines but some items remain the same like the inihaw na pusit (grilled squid). The beef sisig didnt come with egg so we had to add it after they already served it (i thought it was the norm). The tanigue kinilaw (ceviche) was very refreshing that I almost ordered beer 🤣 Good staff and good food to make you miss home more. Thank you.”
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“Although missing staples from the Philippines but some items remain the same like the inihaw na pusit (grilled squid). The beef sisig didnt come with egg so we had to add it after they already served it (i thought it was the norm). The tanigue kinilaw (ceviche) was very refreshing that I almost ordered beer 🤣 Good staff and good food to make you miss home more. Thank you.”December 2023
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Lumi Net +1
“Good food and serving of chicken adobo puso rice and Lumi portion are more than enough for 1 person. However there was only 1 person taking the order and at the same time doing the cashiering. It was too busy for him to entertain all diners. Also, I don’t think fish ball is suitable to include in the Lumi. It taste dry. Might consider other dim sum. But I will come back and try other dishes.”
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“Good food and serving of chicken adobo puso rice and Lumi portion are more than enough for 1 person. However there was only 1 person taking the order and at the same time doing the cashiering. It was too busy for him to entertain all diners. Also, I don’t think fish ball is suitable to include in the Lumi. It taste dry. Might consider other dim sum. But I will come back and try other dishes.”February 2022
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Mixed boodle for two Net +1
“Food tasted great( mixed boodle for two).”
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“Food tasted great( mixed boodle for two).”January 2026
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Pancit bihon Net +1
“Food quality is Great, specifically, Pancit Bihon, Halo halo and Calamaris. Portion and Price is APPRORIATE and the Taste is genuinely and deliciously Pinoy.”
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“Food quality is Great, specifically, Pancit Bihon, Halo halo and Calamaris. Portion and Price is APPRORIATE and the Taste is genuinely and deliciously Pinoy.”August 2025
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Seafood combos Net +1
“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”
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“We ordered one of the seafood combos and buko pandan com yelo and banana con leche. Everything was good and delicious”November 2024
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Shanghai rolls Net +1
“The only thing we still like are the shanghai rolls and leche flan still taste awesomeness.”
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“The only thing we still like are the shanghai rolls and leche flan still taste awesomeness.”April 2023
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Sizzling gambas Net +1
“sizzling gambas...bit of sweet in taste but good to try”
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“sizzling gambas...bit of sweet in taste but good to try”October 2022
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Tanigue kinilaw Net +1
“The tanigue kinilaw (ceviche) was very refreshing that I almost ordered beer 🤣 Good staff and good food to make you miss home more.”
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“The tanigue kinilaw (ceviche) was very refreshing that I almost ordered beer 🤣 Good staff and good food to make you miss home more.”December 2023
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Beef sisig Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The beef sisig didnt come with egg so we had to add it after they already served it (i thought it was the norm).”
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Watermelon juice Net +1
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was amazing, we ordered the combo for 2, which came with two rice servings, a big bowl of beef cooked with peanut butter and vegetables (such a unique and tasty dish), a generous portion of inasal grilled chicken, a big mug of refreshing watermelon juice, and two desserts.”September 2025
What to Avoid (7)
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Baby squid Net −1
“Everything was excellent overall, though I do have a small concern about the baby squid 🦑 I felt it wasn’t worth the price compared to the rest of the dishes.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Everything was excellent overall, though I do have a small concern about the baby squid 🦑 I felt it wasn’t worth the price compared to the rest of the dishes.”September 2025
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Boodle fight Net −1
“During our recent visit to Gerry’s Grill in Umm Hurrair, BurJuman, we tried the AED 84 Boodle Fight for two persons. While the service was generally friendly and the atmosphere remained consistent with Gerry’s Grill’s casual Filipino dining style, the overall experience was somewhat mixed. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the grilled bangus, which was flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked with the right balance of smokiness and tenderness. This item stood out and met our expectations, reminding us of the authentic Filipino taste Gerry’s Grill is known for. Unfortunately, the rest of the components in the boodle fight did not reach the same standard. While they were acceptable, they lacked the strong flavors, freshness, and satisfaction we expected. Some items tasted a bit plain and did not create the “wow factor” usually associated with a boodle fight presentation. Portion size for the price was reasonable, especially for a shared meal, but the overall variety and taste could be improved. The presentation was okay; however, we felt the experience could be more enjoyable with better consistency across all dishes.”
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Critical review excerpts
“During our recent visit to Gerry’s Grill in Umm Hurrair, BurJuman, we tried the AED 84 Boodle Fight for two persons. While the service was generally friendly and the atmosphere remained consistent with Gerry’s Grill’s casual Filipino dining style, the overall experience was somewhat mixed. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the grilled bangus, which was flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked with the right balance of smokiness and tenderness. This item stood out and met our expectations, reminding us of the authentic Filipino taste Gerry’s Grill is known for. Unfortunately, the rest of the components in the boodle fight did not reach the same standard. While they were acceptable, they lacked the strong flavors, freshness, and satisfaction we expected. Some items tasted a bit plain and did not create the “wow factor” usually associated with a boodle fight presentation. Portion size for the price was reasonable, especially for a shared meal, but the overall variety and taste could be improved. The presentation was okay; however, we felt the experience could be more enjoyable with better consistency across all dishes.”January 2026
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Chicken bbq Net −1
“Also, their chicken inasal or chicken bbq was overcooked and dry yet taste good 👍.”
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“Also, their chicken inasal or chicken bbq was overcooked and dry yet taste good 👍.”April 2023
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Chicken inasal Net −1
“Also, their chicken inasal or chicken bbq was overcooked and dry yet taste good 👍.”
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“Also, their chicken inasal or chicken bbq was overcooked and dry yet taste good 👍.”April 2023
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Inihaw na manok Net −1
“I ordered Inihaw na manok for my lunch from noon. Chicken was full burnt, where all u can taste is the burnt part. Apart from that rice was not fully cooked. For its price its not worth it Very bad experience.”
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“I ordered Inihaw na manok for my lunch from noon. Chicken was full burnt, where all u can taste is the burnt part. Apart from that rice was not fully cooked. For its price its not worth it Very bad experience.”August 2025
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Lomi Net −1
“Nice Location, Nice Ambience. But the food is not that good. They have the offer for Lomi, for the Filipino this is one of our comfort food. However, it was very salty. I wasn't able to finish it because it seems like I need to put some water to lessen the saltiness.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Nice Location, Nice Ambience. But the food is not that good. They have the offer for Lomi, for the Filipino this is one of our comfort food. However, it was very salty. I wasn't able to finish it because it seems like I need to put some water to lessen the saltiness.”August 2022
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Sisig Net −1
“As for the food, the sisig was extremely oily and lacked flavor. It was so greasy that oil actually dripped onto my hand and caused a small burn, which was quite unpleasant. The dish definitely needs improvement in both taste and preparation.”
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“As for the food, the sisig was extremely oily and lacked flavor. It was so greasy that oil actually dripped onto my hand and caused a small burn, which was quite unpleasant. The dish definitely needs improvement in both taste and preparation.”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Share a boodle. For groups, ask about the Boodle Fight or Boodle Feast; reviews describe these as shared meals with generous portions.
Try bangus. If ordering the Boodle Fight, the grilled bangus was the standout component in one review.
Check availability. Confirm your preferred dishes before settling in: one diner found that two wanted items were unavailable.
Mind the volume. If conversation matters, ask for a quieter table or lower speaker volume, as one group found the speakers intrusive.
Leave room. Save space for dessert: halo-halo was a visit highlight, while leche flan was praised for its smooth, balanced sweetness.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Code Building - 27 Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed St
Umm Hurair First - Umm Hurair 1, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Kitchen heat
One recent review says the restaurant became increasingly hot and uncomfortable, with staff reportedly struggling with kitchen heat.
Oily sisig
A diner found the sisig extremely oily and said dripping oil caused a small burn.
Inconsistent dishes
The Boodle Fight's grilled bangus impressed one diner, but its other components were described as plain and less satisfying.
Food safety
One diner reported finding a cockroach in chicken and rice, raising serious concerns about kitchen cleanliness.
Loud speakers
The sound system was loud enough that one group had to raise their voices to hear each other.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 84
Boodle Fight for two persons
“During our recent visit to Gerry’s Grill in Umm Hurrair, BurJuman, we tried the AED 84 Boodle Fight for two persons”Google review · January 2026
149 AED
Boodle Feast
“Experience the ultimate feast @gerrysgrilluae with Boodle Feast, featuring a variety of delicious dishes and unlimited rice all for just 149 AED good for 3-4 persons!”Google review · August 2025
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The Bottom Line
Gerry's Grill - Burjuman is a Filipino and Asian restaurant in Umm Hurair that suits casual meals, family celebrations and group dining. You can order familiar dishes such as palabok, kare-kare, sisig and halo-halo, or choose a shared Boodle Fight. The setting is described as spacious, cozy and suitable for larger gatherings, and one family was helped with a birthday cake and song.
The strongest pattern in the reviews is friendly, attentive service, alongside generous portions and food that many diners consider authentically Filipino. The combo for two included rice, beef with peanut butter and vegetables, grilled inasal chicken, watermelon juice and two desserts. Grilled bangus was the clear highlight of one AED 84 Boodle Fight, while halo-halo and leche flan were recurring dessert favourites.
There are some reasons to set expectations carefully. A recent diner found the sisig excessively oily, and another reported a cockroach in chicken and rice. Other reviews mention overcooked chicken, plain Boodle Fight components and loud speakers.
One complaint also described the restaurant becoming uncomfortably hot. If you are ordering for a group, confirm availability first and consider asking about the Boodle options; for conversation, a quieter table may be preferable.