Bollywood vibe
Vibrant Bollywood-inspired décor, music and nostalgia create an energetic setting for an evening out.
Deira
Hitchki is a Bollywood-themed lounge bar in Deira serving modern Indian fusion food, creative cocktails and mocktails, and sheesha. Reviews highlight its lively music-led atmosphere, inventive presentation, and standout dishes such as Filter Coffee Tiramisu and Dosa Poppers.
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Vibrant Bollywood-inspired décor, music and nostalgia create an energetic setting for an evening out.
Indian fusion dishes use playful names, bold flavours and presentation that turns the meal into part of the experience.
Desserts receive especially strong praise, with Filter Coffee Tiramisu, Oreo Milk Cake and gulab jamun among the noted favourites.
The Deira venue has outdoor seating, including an area where guests can enjoy electric sheesha.
Billiards, darts and a small gaming section give groups another way to spend time beyond dining.
The team has prepared customised mocktails for guests, useful if you want something tailored without alcohol.
Book weekends. Reserve ahead for weekends, which one reviewer said can get packed.
Save room. Leave space for dessert: Filter Coffee Tiramisu was called a must-try, while Oreo Milk Cake was also singled out.
Try outdoors. Ask about outdoor seating if you want to combine the meal with sheesha.
Visit late. For a livelier, more dance-oriented atmosphere, one review says the vibe builds after 11pm.
Bring children early. A past review says children were allowed only until 8pm, so confirm the current policy before planning a late family visit.
Ask recommendations. If the menu feels unfamiliar, ask the team to suggest dishes based on your taste; reviewers found the guidance helpful.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
A playful starter that reviewers described as amazing and creative.
This pairing was praised for bringing back Delhi street-style flavours.
One reviewer specifically called this dish a must-try at the new location.
A colourful fusion dessert that a reviewer found delicious and memorable.
Thepla Tacos were listed among the reviewer’s must-try modern Indian dishes.
One review found the service slower than ideal, despite describing the staff as good.
A review praised the starters, drinks and desserts but rated several mains and breads much lower.
One diner found the venue a little hot and felt the air conditioning needed improvement.
The Bottom Line
Hitchki is a Bollywood-themed lounge bar at Novotel Dubai Gold District in Deira, built around modern Indian fusion food, playful dish names, drinks and a lively soundtrack. It suits a social dinner, birthday or late evening with friends rather than a quiet meal. Indoor and outdoor seating give the venue different moods, while billiards, darts and a small gaming section add something to do between courses.
The food is strongest when it leans into creativity. Dosa Poppers, Pindi Chole with Aloo Kulcha and the Thepla Tacos are among the named dishes reviewers enjoyed, while Filter Coffee Tiramisu, Oreo Milk Cake and gulab jamun repeatedly make the dessert conversation. Drinks include cocktails, mocktails and customised options; one review reported a Dh11 drinks offer running from noon to 11pm, though offers can change.
Sheesha is available, including electric sheesha outdoors. For a busier night, book ahead on weekends, and expect the atmosphere to become more dance-focused after 11pm. Families should check the current children’s timing before visiting late.
Service is usually described as friendly and attentive, but one diner found it slow, and another reported uneven quality among several mains, so asking for recommendations is worthwhile.