Large portions
Portions are often generous, making shared orders useful for groups and family meals.
Gifto's of London, Indo-Pak Cuisine at it's Finest
Dubai Marina
Gifto’s of London is a British curry house serving Indo-Pak cuisine in Dubai Marina. Reviews point to Marina-view dining built around dishes such as chicken charsi karahi and lamb biryani, with indoor and outdoor seating.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
488 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Marina views
Indoor and outdoor seating looks out over Dubai Marina, adding a relaxed waterfront backdrop to dinner.
Karahi favourite
Chicken charsi karahi is repeatedly highlighted, with one diner calling it superb and worth the wait.
Delivery holds
A Deliveroo order arrived hot, well packaged and delicious, so the food also travels well.
Vegetarian range
Vegetarian diners have substantial choices, including saag, dal, vegetable biryani and paneer dishes.
Live cooking
The glass-enclosed kitchen and live cooking give diners a view of food being prepared.
Tips for a Better Visit
Set spice. Ask for your preferred heat level; one reviewer says dishes default to less spicy and can be adjusted.
Allow time. Leave extra time for the kitchen, especially when ordering chef’s specials; one recent meal took around 45 minutes.
Share dishes. Consider sharing mains when dining in a group, as one four-person meal produced more food than the table could finish.
Try outdoors. Choose outdoor seating if the waterfront setting is part of the plan; reviews specifically mention the Marina view.
Order delivery. Deliveroo is a workable alternative when you want the food at home: one order arrived hot and well packaged.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marina Gate, Marina Gate Tower 1
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Lamb biryani
Lamb biryani is praised for its strong flavour and is mentioned as a standout main.
Tandoori mixed grill
The mixed grill received particular praise for succulent lamb chops cooked well.
Papri chaat
Papri chaat is repeatedly recommended, including as a complimentary starter on one recent visit.
Peshawari naan
Peshawari naan was specifically called excellent and worth trying with the mains.
Mango lassi
Mango lassi is mentioned as a rich, creamy drink alongside the restaurant’s chaat and grilled dishes.
Common Concerns
Long waits
One recent visit took around 45 minutes for food, even though the delay was explained upfront.
Mild seasoning
Some diners find the mains less bold than expected, particularly if they prefer a stronger South Asian flavour profile.
Uneven dishes
One review found the saag paneer under-seasoned and poorly cooked even after it was returned for correction.
Price concern
At least one diner considered the food expensive relative to the experience.
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The Bottom Line
Gifto’s of London serves Indo-Pak cuisine in Dubai Marina, with a menu that moves from chaat and kebabs to karahis, curries, biryani, naan and desserts. Reviews particularly point newcomers towards chicken charsi karahi, lamb biryani, tandoori mixed grill and papri chaat. Portions are often large enough to share, so ordering several dishes for the table makes sense.
The setting is a real part of the appeal. There is indoor and outdoor seating, a Marina backdrop and, according to one review, a glass-enclosed kitchen where you can see food being prepared. The atmosphere suits relaxed family dinners as well as a waterfront meal, while reviews consistently describe the service as warm and attentive.
There are a few reasons to manage expectations. A recent diner waited about 45 minutes for chef’s specials, although the delay was explained in advance. Seasoning also seems inconsistent: some guests want bolder flavours, while one review found the saag paneer almost salt-free even after the kitchen attempted to correct it.
The default spice level is reportedly mild and can be adjusted, so ask when ordering. For home dining, a Deliveroo order was reported to arrive hot, well packaged and delicious.