Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant

Name: Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant
Address: Ground Floor, Trio Building - Al Barsha 1, Al Barsha, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971502114473

Al Barsha

Restaurant Open now 0 502 114 473

Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant is a family-run casual dining spot in Al Barsha serving Kenyan-rooted, Indian-spiced charcoal grills. Reviews repeatedly point to the Chooza chicken and lamb chops, with soft naan and bold sauces rounding out the meal.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

2,235 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Chooza Chicken

The signature Chooza chicken is often described as juicy, smoky, deeply marinated and tender through to the bone.

Lamb Chops

Lamb chops are a standout for several diners, praised for being tender, juicy and packed with smoky flavour.

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What to Eat at Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 3

Chooza chicken Net +18

“Loved this place with the Pili pili fries, Chooza chicken and the vimto special being my personal favorites.”
Lamb chops Net +6

“We ordered lamb chops, chicken and the spicy fries. Everything was just so flavorful, the meat was grilled perfectly juicy and you can taste the smoky barbecue.”
Kulfi Net +2

“The Kulfi was very good.”

Honorable mentions (49)

Poussin chicken Net +1

“Highly recommend Chuza chicken and Poussin chicken”
Beef kebabs Net +1

“The beef kebabs, lamb sheesh and lamb chops were ever so tender and melt into the mouth.”
Beef meshkaki Net +1

“The beef meshkaki was very well done .Just tender, dark otside & pink inside and juicy.”
Beef mutton kebab Net +1

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”
Beef skewer Net +1

“Beef skewer 3.5/5”
Butter naan Net +1

“We tried the chicken chooza( with peri peri fries), butter naan, lamb chops, prawns in lemon sauce and mutton seekh kebabs.. Would definitely visit again.”
Chapati bread Net +1

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”
Cheese & garlic naana Net +1

“Pili pili fries & masala fries, cheese & garlic naana were the highlight & not to miss.”
Cheese chapati Net +1

“To top it all off, the cheese chapati was the perfect accompaniment, combining soft, cheesy goodness with a hint of crispiness.”
Chicken kebab Net +1

“Also highly recommend the mutton kebab, lamb chops & the chicken kebab.”
Chicken kebabs Net +1

“Chicken kebabs are the best ive tasted on an international level. Tried chicken kebabs out in many countries and nothing has come close to this.”
Chops Net +1

“Chops, chicken tikka, fries were bursting with flavours in and out my gosh.”
Chutney Net +1

“Even the chutney was flavorful!”
French fries pili pili Net +1

“Their French fries also come in a pili pili version, dunked in the sauce, and these need to be eaten right away before they get soggy.”
Grilled chicken Net +1

“Their grilled chicken was a highlight too, with a smoky, charred exterior and moist, flavorful meat inside.”
Hot sauce Net +1

“Staff is super friendly and the manager even gifted me their amazing hot sauce (not sure what it’s called).”
Lamb rack Net +1

“The lamb rack was perfectly cooked, tender, and juicy, with just the right balance of spices that brought out its rich flavor.”
Lamb ribs Net +1

“Lamb ribs are thick and wet unlike their skinny dry cousins found in arab grills.”
Lamb sheesh Net +1

“The beef kebabs, lamb sheesh and lamb chops were ever so tender and melt into the mouth.”
Lemon prawns Net +1

“The lemon prawns dish was the show stealer. Ended up ordering one more plate of it. Great flavours!”
Mutton kebab Net +1

“Also highly recommend the mutton kebab, lamb chops & the chicken kebab.”
Mutton kebabs Net +1

“The mutton kebabs are divine and I didn’t try the lamb chops and prawn masala but people say it shouldn’t be missed either.”
Mutton seekh kebabs Net +1

“We tried the chicken chooza( with peri peri fries), butter naan, lamb chops, prawns in lemon sauce and mutton seekh kebabs.. Would definitely visit again.”
Mutton sheesh kebab Net +1

“Mutton sheesh kebab was good too.”
Naan Net +1

“Chooza Chicken and Prawns and PhilliPilli fries are par for the course, but even the naan was soft and buttery.”
Naans Net +1

“They did not disappoint in the least!!! The choosa was spot on, the kebabs were so soft and full of flavour. The naans were lovely.”
Paneer tikka Net +1

“The vegetarian was blessed with paneer tikka which was soft and well cooked.”
Paratha Net +1

“The paratha was yummy and very soft.”
Peri peri fries Net +1

“We tried the chicken chooza( with peri peri fries), butter naan, lamb chops, prawns in lemon sauce and mutton seekh kebabs.. Would definitely visit again.”
Phillipilli fries Net +1

“Chooza Chicken and Prawns and PhilliPilli fries are par for the course, but even the naan was soft and buttery.”
Pilipili chips Net +1

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”
Pill pill fries Net +1

“The Chooza Chicken, Pill Pill Fries, and Kebabs are the highlights.”
Pilli pilli chips Net +1

“The pilli pilli chips were delicious as well.”
Pilli pilli fries Net +1

“The pilli pilli fries is truly worth all the hype. It was incredible. It almost bursts in your mouth. It’s suuuuper oily, but i personally somehow thought the flavor was nice instead of appalling. However, few people i went with thought the amount of oil was too much to the point of discomfort.”
Plain chips Net +1

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”
Prawn curry Net +1

“I had the chicken tikka and prawn curry both of which were superb.”
Prawns in lemon sauce Net +1

“We tried the chicken chooza( with peri peri fries), butter naan, lamb chops, prawns in lemon sauce and mutton seekh kebabs.. Would definitely visit again.”
Raita Net +1

“The sauces were delicious, especially the Raita (yogurt with spices).”
Regular tikka Net +1

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”
Seekh kebab Net +1

“The chicken was juicy and so was seekh kebab.”
Seekh kebabs Net +1

“I also tried their BBQ items—the lamb was not good in taste, while the seekh kebabs were fine compared to the rest.”
Signature fries Net +1

“Their signature fries are definitely a must have as well.”
Special sauces Net +1

“Choose chicken and their special sauces blew my mind and taste buds!”
Sweet & spicy chips Net +1

“The sweet & spicy chips are also 10/10.”
Tamarind sauce Net +1

“- The tamarind sauce was out of this world, we even got a bottle for home later.”
Tandoori naan Net +1

“I tried their iconic Chooza chicken with tandoori naan. Since I was dining solo, a single naan was more than enough, and the portion sizes overall are quite generous—the fries, in particular, were a bit too much for one person to finish. The food was good with no real complaints. While I wouldn’t call it the absolute best I’ve had, it was satisfying and worth trying.”
Chutneys Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The condiments and chutneys they serve were ok-ish.”
Condiments Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The condiments and chutneys they serve were ok-ish.”
Wrap Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The spicy and regular tikka were really good, chapati bread was delicious and delightful, the salad was ok and the wrap was spicy, the beef mutton kebab was good pilipili chips were cheesy spicy and plain chips were really crunchy and delicious.”

What to Avoid (6)

Food 5

Bbq chicken with rice Net −1

“I ordered BBQ chicken with rice, but it was not tasty at all. The rice was hard and felt undercooked, which really affected the meal.”
French fries Net −1

“One downside was the French fries – unfortunately, they use frozen ones instead of fresh-cut, which took away from the overall experience a little.”
Lamb Net −1

“I also tried their BBQ items—the lamb was not good in taste, while the seekh kebabs were fine compared to the rest.”
Rice Net −1

“I ordered BBQ chicken with rice, but it was not tasty at all. The rice was hard and felt undercooked, which really affected the meal.”
Spring chicken Net −1

“However, I was a bit disappointed with the Spring Chicken dish, as it didn't quite live up to its name.”

Drinks 1

Vimto drinks Net −1

“Disappointed with the vimto drinks as it seems like a tin of fruit drink was mixed with soda and served in a glass”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit Off-Peak. Try a weekday afternoon or arrive early, as weekend evenings can bring long queues and waits of around 30 minutes.

Plan Parking. Paid parking is available behind the building, but the busy entrance street can make drop-off and parking searches awkward.

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Practical details

Ground Floor, Trio Building - Al Barsha 1

Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai

0 502 114 473

Mon	Closed
Tue	12:30 PM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:45 PM
Wed	12:30 PM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:45 PM
Thu	12:30 PM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:45 PM
Fri	5:00 PM – 10:45 PM
Sat	12:30 PM – 10:45 PM
Sun	12:30 PM – 10:45 PM

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Common Concerns

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Long Waits

The restaurant can be crowded, with reported waits of 30–40 minutes and queues during rush periods.

No Reservations

One review says reservations are unavailable, making larger dinners and busy visits harder to plan.

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The Bottom Line

Hashmi Barbeque Restaurant in Al Barsha focuses on Kenyan-rooted, Indian-spiced charcoal grilling rather than a sprawling menu. The Chooza chicken is the main draw: reviews describe it as smoky, juicy and tender, while lamb chops, kebabs and prawns give groups plenty to share. Soft naan, distinctive sauces and kulfi make the meal feel more complete than a simple grilled-chicken stop.

Service is commonly described as quick and attentive. The owner or manager is often seen checking tables, and several diners say food arrives hot even during busy periods. Families and larger groups have enjoyed the straightforward menu, but the restaurant can be packed: one party waited 40 minutes, while another reported regular 30-minute waits on busy evenings.

There are no reservations according to one review, so weekday afternoons or an early arrival are safer choices. Expect assertive spice and generous sides. Ask for less spice if needed, and eat the Pili Pili fries promptly because the sauce can soften them.

Paid parking is available behind the building, although the busy frontage makes drop-off and finding the entrance less convenient. Pricing divides opinion: some call it good value, while others find the chicken portions expensive. One review also reported a dry poussin and oily sauce, so consistency is not flawless across every dish.