Good Value
Several customers consider the portions and pricing good value, including one review describing an unlimited vegetable thali as only 11 AED.
Gujarati Thal Restaurant
Bur Dubai
Gujarati Thal Restaurant is a pure-vegetarian spot in Bur Dubai centred on Gujarati thali, including unlimited and fixed options. Reviews also mention a Farali thali for fasting, making it a practical stop for homestyle Gujarati food at budget-friendly prices, though the small dining room and service consistency are worth considering.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
565 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fasting Option
The Farali thali includes sabudana khichdi, sukhi aloo, sabudana vadas and aamras, and one reviewer found it wholesome for one person.
Takeaway Ready
A review of the takeaway described the packaging as good, which is useful if you are buying thali rather than eating in.
Pure Vegetarian
The restaurant is explicitly described by customers as serving pure vegetarian food, with Gujarati dishes as its main draw.
What to Eat at Gujarati Thal 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 Gujarati Thal 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 Gujarati Thal Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Aamras Net +2
“In this they have 200 gms of sabudana khichdi , 200 gms of Sukhi aloo ki sabzi, 2 smallish sabudana vadas and aamras. I found them wholesome and tasty and just appropriate for 1 person.”
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“In this they have 200 gms of sabudana khichdi , 200 gms of Sukhi aloo ki sabzi, 2 smallish sabudana vadas and aamras. I found them wholesome and tasty and just appropriate for 1 person.”January 2026
“The Chappatis are served Hot spread with Ghee and the Aam(Mango) Ras is as yummy as it can be - though I felt it was not from fresh mangoes but condensed Mango tins.”April 2026
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Farali thali Net +2
“If you are at Meena bazaar and a pure vegetarian, this place offers you the best thali around this area. It's an unlimited thali (vegetable only) and in only 11 AED. The taste is very good, the service is excellent, a little congested but worth it compared to the food they offer. They also offer fasting thali in 12 AED.”
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“If you are at Meena bazaar and a pure vegetarian, this place offers you the best thali around this area. It's an unlimited thali (vegetable only) and in only 11 AED. The taste is very good, the service is excellent, a little congested but worth it compared to the food they offer. They also offer fasting thali in 12 AED.”March 2024
“•29th jan- I tried the farali thali at 16 dhs for ekadasi fasting. They have this menu for the people who fast. In this they have 200 gms of sabudana khichdi , 200 gms of Sukhi aloo ki sabzi, 2 smallish sabudana vadas and aamras. I found them wholesome and tasty and just appropriate for 1 person.”January 2026
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Unlimited thali Net +2
“As a Food Lover, I will say that Food is Nice, not Great not Bad. You should try once the THALI. Order for Unlimited Thali, Not Limited. Becuase Quality is Good but Quantity is not Proper.”
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“As a Food Lover, I will say that Food is Nice, not Great not Bad. You should try once the THALI. Order for Unlimited Thali, Not Limited. Becuase Quality is Good but Quantity is not Proper.”March 2023
“If you are at Meena bazaar and a pure vegetarian, this place offers you the best thali around this area. It's an unlimited thali (vegetable only) and in only 11 AED. The taste is very good, the service is excellent, a little congested but worth it compared to the food they offer. They also offer fasting thali in 12 AED.”March 2024
Honorable mentions (10)
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Butter chicken Net +1
“Food was the star: creamy butter chicken melted in my mouth, paired with fluffy naan and fresh salad. Portions generous, flavors authentic Gujarati-Indian fusion.”
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“Food was the star: creamy butter chicken melted in my mouth, paired with fluffy naan and fresh salad. Portions generous, flavors authentic Gujarati-Indian fusion.”March 2026
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Daal bhaat Net +1
“Came here for my daal bhaat fix while at a conference. Did not disappoint. Daal had a great kick of heat. Atmosphere is quite overcrowded at peak times. The service isn’t going to win any awards, and isn’t very tourist friendly. But overall the positives outweigh the negatives and all for a very reasonable price!”
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“Came here for my daal bhaat fix while at a conference. Did not disappoint. Daal had a great kick of heat. Atmosphere is quite overcrowded at peak times. The service isn’t going to win any awards, and isn’t very tourist friendly. But overall the positives outweigh the negatives and all for a very reasonable price!”April 2024
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Deluxe fix dish Net +1
“One of the best place to eat Pure Gujarati Dish in Dubai. Best than any other place around it. The deluxe fix dish is good enough for one adult.”
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“One of the best place to eat Pure Gujarati Dish in Dubai. Best than any other place around it. The deluxe fix dish is good enough for one adult.”February 2024
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Gujarati thal dinner Net +1
“Gujarati Thal Dinner was absolutely awesome, with each dish standing out in its own way. The flavors were well-balanced, portions were generous, and everything tasted freshly made. Combined with excellent service, it turned into a truly memorable experience.”
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“Gujarati Thal Dinner was absolutely awesome, with each dish standing out in its own way. The flavors were well-balanced, portions were generous, and everything tasted freshly made. Combined with excellent service, it turned into a truly memorable experience.”January 2026
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Gujrati thal Net +1
“all food is to good food quality to good . nice ambience an staff is so frankly gujrati thal restrorent is nice place for food lovers in meena bajar bur Dubai .my experience was good”
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“all food is to good food quality to good . nice ambience an staff is so frankly gujrati thal restrorent is nice place for food lovers in meena bajar bur Dubai .my experience was good”July 2023
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Gulab jamun Net +1
“Desserts like gulab jamun sealed the deal. Great value at ₹800 for two. Highly recommend—will return soon!”
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“Desserts like gulab jamun sealed the deal. Great value at ₹800 for two. Highly recommend—will return soon!”March 2026
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Naan Net +1
“Food was the star: creamy butter chicken melted in my mouth, paired with fluffy naan and fresh salad. Portions generous, flavors authentic Gujarati-Indian fusion.”
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“Food was the star: creamy butter chicken melted in my mouth, paired with fluffy naan and fresh salad. Portions generous, flavors authentic Gujarati-Indian fusion.”March 2026
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Pure veg thali Net +1
“As a Gujarati Food Lover, Just enjoy the Pure Veg Thali.. Ek var jarur Try karjo.”
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“As a Gujarati Food Lover, Just enjoy the Pure Veg Thali.. Ek var jarur Try karjo.”March 2023
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Thalia Net +1
“The choice of Thalia is as per proportion of the persons eating pallet capacities.”
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“The choice of Thalia is as per proportion of the persons eating pallet capacities.”April 2026
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Unlimited gujrathi food thali Net +1
“We had Good and authentic unlimited Gujrathi food thali , waiting period is what makes you concern more about going there . As we waited for amlost 45 minutes . Sitting capacity shall increase more. Food quality and quantity is top 🔝. One must try it .”
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“We had Good and authentic unlimited Gujrathi food thali , waiting period is what makes you concern more about going there . As we waited for amlost 45 minutes . Sitting capacity shall increase more. Food quality and quantity is top 🔝. One must try it .”February 2026
What to Avoid (4)
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Delux thali Net −1
“I ordered delux thali on net it shows butter milk is included menu but they denied and said on phone it's not for parcel”
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“I ordered delux thali on net it shows butter milk is included menu but they denied and said on phone it's not for parcel”August 2025
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Fryums Net −1
“One of the wrost rated restaurants there in dubai they serve worst food and its totally oily fryums, when you ask them to change they just blatently resfuse and talk very rudly to customer”
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“One of the wrost rated restaurants there in dubai they serve worst food and its totally oily fryums, when you ask them to change they just blatently resfuse and talk very rudly to customer”September 2025
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Gobi manchurian Net −1
“Also Gobi Manchurian in unlimited Thali, they didn't serve again. That dish was just for attraction just 1 to 2 pieces of gobi.”
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“Also Gobi Manchurian in unlimited Thali, they didn't serve again. That dish was just for attraction just 1 to 2 pieces of gobi.”June 2025
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Khamni Net −1
“Whatspped him but no reply. Difference between reality and photo. Order no 8683. Imagine gujarati ordering khamni and being dissappointed”
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“Whatspped him but no reply. Difference between reality and photo. Order no 8683. Imagine gujarati ordering khamni and being dissappointed”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid Rush. Visit outside peak periods if possible; several reviews describe waits of 40–45 minutes and crowded seating. Review 469520 is a representative example.
Check Parcel. For takeaway, confirm exactly what is included before paying: a review says buttermilk shown with a deluxe thali was refused for parcels.
Confirm Refills. If ordering unlimited thali, ask how refills work, as one customer had to repeatedly request rotis and said Gobi Manchurian was not replenished.
Check Contents. Check your takeaway before leaving, especially for add-ons such as aamras; one order was missing it and the follow-up call became argumentative.
Allow Navigation. The restaurant is inside the lanes of Meena Bazaar and can be difficult to spot, so allow extra time to find it.
Choose Size. A mini thali may suit one appetite, but a reviewer found its bhaji portion too small for four chapatis; compare the fixed options before ordering.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Meena Bazar,Burdubai - 23 sikka street
Al Souq Al Kabeer, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Long Waits
Multiple reviews report waits of 40–45 minutes, including delayed parcel orders and meals that never arrived before customers left.
Limited Seating
The dining room is repeatedly described as small or congested, and seats can be difficult to find during busy periods.
Hygiene Issues
Some customers reported sticky tables, a filthy washroom, bad odour and concerns about cleanliness in the wash area and crockery.
Food Variation
Food quality is not consistent: one reviewer found reheated vegetables and disappointing dhokla, while another reported spoiled sweets and onions.
Service Attitude
Several reviews mention rude or unprofessional counter interactions, including change or cards being returned disrespectfully.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
16 dhs
Farali thali
“•29th jan- I tried the farali thali at 16 dhs for ekadasi fasting”Google review · January 2026
Under 20aed
Gujarati Thali
“This little hidden gem is a phenomenal! Under 20aed for a Gujarati Thali”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Gujarati Thal Restaurant is a pure-vegetarian Gujarati eatery in Bur Dubai, with fixed and unlimited thalis, takeaway meals and a Farali thali for fasting. The Gujarati thali is the main reason to come: customers describe homestyle dal, aloo sabzi, soft roti, basmati rice and traditional sweets, although not every dish is consistently fresh. Prices are a strong part of the appeal.
Reviews mention an unlimited vegetable thali at 11 AED, a Farali thali at 16 dhs and Gujarati thali lunch for two at 50 Dirham. Takeaway packaging has also been praised. The mini thali can be a useful lighter option, but one customer felt its bhaji portion did not match the four chapatis served.
Keep expectations practical rather than leisurely. The restaurant is small and can become congested, while several customers waited 40–45 minutes for food or parcels. Service feedback is mixed, ranging from warm and attentive to rude or poorly organised, particularly at the counter.
Hygiene comments are also inconsistent, with some customers praising it and others mentioning sticky tables, a filthy washroom or bad odour. Visiting off-peak and checking parcel contents and refill terms should make the experience easier to manage.