Table grill
The live grill lets you cook seasoned veg, chicken, fish and kebabs at your table.
Grand Barbeque Restaurant
Bur Dubai
Grand Barbeque Restaurant is a buffet restaurant in Bur Dubai built around an all-you-can-eat spread and live table grilling. Reviews point to a broad Indian-led selection, with the chaat counter and grilled prawns among the details that attract repeat visits.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,521 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Wide choice
The buffet covers Indian, Pakistani, Persian, Chinese and other international dishes, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Live counters
The chaat counter and live dessert stations add something beyond the standard buffet trays.
Family events
Spacious seating and a large buffet have worked well for birthdays, family gatherings and a 40-person group.
Helpful service
Several reviews describe attentive service, including staff managing large groups and checking guests’ needs throughout the meal.
Dessert variety
Desserts include options such as rasmalai, ice cream, jalebi, gulab jamun and phirni.
Parking
One review specifically mentions multiple parking spaces, useful for group or family visits.
What to Eat at Grand Barbeque Restaurant 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 Grand Barbeque Restaurant, 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 Grand Barbeque Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Buffet bbq Net +1
“The food was absolutely amazing, and the buffet BBQ was perfect.”
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“The food was absolutely amazing, and the buffet BBQ was perfect.”December 2024
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Cake Net +1
“Huge variety of main course salads, desserts, chats.yummy 😋 interesting part is they offered a cake and 2 mocktails as well.”
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“Huge variety of main course salads, desserts, chats.yummy 😋 interesting part is they offered a cake and 2 mocktails as well.”June 2025
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Chicken haleem Net +1
“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”
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“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”October 2025
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Chicken kebabs Net +1
“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”
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“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”December 2024
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Chicken tikka boti Net +1
“Some dishes which were above average included Nihari, Fried Prawns, Chicken Tikka Boti and Ice Cream.”
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“Some dishes which were above average included Nihari, Fried Prawns, Chicken Tikka Boti and Ice Cream.”May 2019
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Chicken wonton Net +1
“Also for started we got the Chicken Wonton with some Grilled Corn with the best of seasoning.”
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“Also for started we got the Chicken Wonton with some Grilled Corn with the best of seasoning.”January 2020
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Dahi poori Net +1
“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”
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“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”January 2020
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Fattoush Net +1
“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”
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“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”October 2025
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Fish kebabs Net +1
“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”
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“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”December 2024
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Fried prawns Net +1
“Some dishes which were above average included Nihari, Fried Prawns, Chicken Tikka Boti and Ice Cream.”
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“Some dishes which were above average included Nihari, Fried Prawns, Chicken Tikka Boti and Ice Cream.”May 2019
Honorable mentions (24)
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Fried shrimp Net +1
“Food was amazing... Tastyyyyy... Butter chicken, fried shrimp, mutton rice... Etc...”
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“Food was amazing... Tastyyyyy... Butter chicken, fried shrimp, mutton rice... Etc...”April 2024
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Haleem Net +1
“The haleem, fried items, and BBQ were all top-notch—packed with flavor and well-prepared.”
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“The haleem, fried items, and BBQ were all top-notch—packed with flavor and well-prepared.”May 2025
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Hot jalebi Net +1
“For Desserts we tried the Hot Jalebi made fresh just infront of you and some fresh Ice cream that is made fresh as well.”
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“For Desserts we tried the Hot Jalebi made fresh just infront of you and some fresh Ice cream that is made fresh as well.”January 2020
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Hummus Net +1
“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”
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“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”October 2025
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Ice cream rolls Net +1
“Make sure you keep space to try a bit of all, as also the ice cream rolls and marshmellow chocolate fountain are worth the try!”
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“Make sure you keep space to try a bit of all, as also the ice cream rolls and marshmellow chocolate fountain are worth the try!”July 2019
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Indian buffet Net +1
“So yesterday, I went for this Indian buffet — all you can eat for just 75 AED — and it was absolutely worth it! The food had a pure, authentic taste.”
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“So yesterday, I went for this Indian buffet — all you can eat for just 75 AED — and it was absolutely worth it! The food had a pure, authentic taste.”October 2025
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Khare masale ka gosht Net +1
“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”
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“I started with Chicken Haleem and Khare Masale ka Gosht — both were so delicious! The Fattoush had an authentic Arabic flavor, and the Hummus was perfect.”October 2025
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Lauki ka halwa Net +1
“Don’t miss the desserts — the Lauki ka Halwa was super yummy, along with Gulab Jamun and Phirni.”
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“Don’t miss the desserts — the Lauki ka Halwa was super yummy, along with Gulab Jamun and Phirni.”October 2025
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Marshmellow chocolate fountain Net +1
“Make sure you keep space to try a bit of all, as also the ice cream rolls and marshmellow chocolate fountain are worth the try!”
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“Make sure you keep space to try a bit of all, as also the ice cream rolls and marshmellow chocolate fountain are worth the try!”July 2019
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Mutton kebabs Net +1
“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”
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“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”December 2024
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Mutton pulao Net +1
“We had dinner; all the food was so tasty. I especially liked the mutton pulao, and there were also many varieties of sweets available.”
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“We had dinner; all the food was so tasty. I especially liked the mutton pulao, and there were also many varieties of sweets available.”March 2026
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Mutton rice Net +1
“Food was amazing... Tastyyyyy... Butter chicken, fried shrimp, mutton rice... Etc...”
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“Food was amazing... Tastyyyyy... Butter chicken, fried shrimp, mutton rice... Etc...”April 2024
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Mutton sheek kebab Net +1
“We tried a skewer of Mushroom, Soya Chunks, Paneer, Potato for the Veg options and Malai Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Fish and our favourite being the Mutton Sheek Kebab for the Non Veg option.”
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“We tried a skewer of Mushroom, Soya Chunks, Paneer, Potato for the Veg options and Malai Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Fish and our favourite being the Mutton Sheek Kebab for the Non Veg option.”January 2020
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Non-veg barbecue Net +1
“The non-veg barbecue included two types of chicken and two types of fish — definitely a 10/10!”
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“The non-veg barbecue included two types of chicken and two types of fish — definitely a 10/10!”October 2025
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Paalak chaat Net +1
“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque. We had never tried the Paalak Chaat and being surprised the head of service Nayim was friendly enough to let us know it is quiet a nice dish that can be tried at home as well - We are definitely taking this back home to try some time.”
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“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque. We had never tried the Paalak Chaat and being surprised the head of service Nayim was friendly enough to let us know it is quiet a nice dish that can be tried at home as well - We are definitely taking this back home to try some time.”January 2020
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Pani poori Net +1
“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”
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“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”January 2020
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Papdi chaat Net +1
“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”
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“We started with the amazingly presented Pani Poori, Dahi Poori and Papdi Chaat platter along with the Paalak Chaat which is highly recommended to be tried by anyone visiting Grand Barbeque.”January 2020
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Persian kabab Net +1
“A new player in Persian food circles. Its changed to Persian Kabab , friendly staff , Iranian chef from different regions and a devoted owner , Haji Gani, from India, devotedly trying to make a noise. Impressed by the quality, quantity and reasonable price. Well worth a visit.”
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“A new player in Persian food circles. Its changed to Persian Kabab , friendly staff , Iranian chef from different regions and a devoted owner , Haji Gani, from India, devotedly trying to make a noise. Impressed by the quality, quantity and reasonable price. Well worth a visit.”June 2021
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Prawn kebabs Net +1
“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”
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“They offered a great variety—chicken, fish, prawn, and mutton kebabs—all of which were fantastic and full of flavor.”December 2024
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Prawns Net +1
“They always have very good options of prawns.”
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“They always have very good options of prawns.”August 2025
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Rasmalai Net +1
“I liked Rasmalai and ice cream too.”
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“I liked Rasmalai and ice cream too.”March 2026
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Shrimps Net +1
“The shrimps were especially delicious and one of the best dishes we tried.”
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“The shrimps were especially delicious and one of the best dishes we tried.”March 2026
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Veg barbecue Net +1
“Then came the veg barbecue — pineapple, paneer, and soya — all grilled to perfection.”
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“Then came the veg barbecue — pineapple, paneer, and soya — all grilled to perfection.”October 2025
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Yak ni palou Net +1
“Food was really good , dishes like butter chicken yak ni Palou nihari all dishes were tasty”
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“Food was really good , dishes like butter chicken yak ni Palou nihari all dishes were tasty”March 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Biryani Net −1
“On the flip side, I didn’t really enjoy the Chicken 65, the biryani was just okay, and the dessert selection could’ve been better.”
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“On the flip side, I didn’t really enjoy the Chicken 65, the biryani was just okay, and the dessert selection could’ve been better.”May 2025
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Chicken 65 Net −1
“On the flip side, I didn’t really enjoy the Chicken 65, the biryani was just okay, and the dessert selection could’ve been better.”
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“On the flip side, I didn’t really enjoy the Chicken 65, the biryani was just okay, and the dessert selection could’ve been better.”May 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try chaat. Make time for the live chaat counter; reviewers specifically enjoyed the pani puri, dahi puri and papdi chaat.
Use the grill. Choose the table-grill buffet if you want hot barbecue bites rather than only prepared buffet dishes.
Check timing. For a quieter meal, consider a less busy period; one iftar visit reported no crowd, while another lunch was crowded.
Plan parking. Driving may be convenient for groups, as a reviewer reported multiple parking spaces near the restaurant.
Save dessert. Leave room for the dessert counters, especially if you want to try fresh jalebi, ice cream rolls or sweets.
Bring changing kit. Baby chairs are available, but families with infants should plan around the absence of a diaper-changing room.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Mina St - next to IBIS Syles Jumeira Hotel
Madinat Dubai Al Melaheyah - Al Mina, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM |
Common Concerns
No hot drinks
The restaurant did not serve tea or coffee at the time of one visit.
Buffet layout
One diner found starters, mains and other items arranged haphazardly, making the buffet harder to navigate.
Busy conditions
A crowded visit was described as difficult, with sticky tables and oily floors reported at the time.
Uneven dishes
Not every dish lands equally: one lunch review found Chicken 65 disappointing, biryani just okay and desserts weaker.
No changing room
Baby chairs are available, but one family reviewer noted there was no diaper-changing room.
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The Bottom Line
Grand Barbeque Restaurant in Bur Dubai is a buffet built for diners who want variety rather than a single cuisine. The main draw is the all-you-can-eat spread with live BBQ on the table, alongside Indian and Pakistani mains, Persian and Chinese dishes, vegetarian choices and seafood. The chaat counter is worth seeking out, and reviews also mention grilled prawns, mutton pulao and ice cream rolls.
It suits family meals, birthdays and larger gatherings: one reviewer arranged a get-together for 40 people, while others used the spacious venue for children’s birthdays. Service is often described as attentive and welcoming, and one review mentions multiple parking spaces. During Ramadan, the iftar buffet has been praised for its range of Indian and Arabic dishes, including haleem, kebabs and biryani.
Prices reported by customers include AED 75 for the buffet, with another review stating AED 75 on weekdays and AED 85 on weekends. The experience can vary by visit. One diner found the buffet layout haphazard, another reported heavy crowds with sticky tables and oily floors, and a separate lunch review found Chicken 65, biryani and desserts uneven.
Tea and coffee were also unavailable at one visit, and there is no diaper-changing room.