Persian Kebabs
Reviewers consistently highlight tender, juicy kebabs, rice and rich Persian flavours, especially the lamb and yoghurt tikka.
Kabab Al Bastakiah restaurant
Nad Al Sheba
Kabab Al Bastakiah in Nad Al Sheba serves Persian kebabs in a traditional setting, with standout mentions for lamb ribs and mixed grill platters. Indoor and outdoor seating, a calm atmosphere and family-sized portions make it appealing for relaxed group meals.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
687 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Lamb Ribs
The lamb ribs were described as so tender that the meat melted in the mouth, making them a strong first-order candidate.
Group Platters
Mixed grill platters can suit groups, with one three-person order described as huge and another five-person platter recommended for a big group.
Family Friendly
Reviews describe relaxed family dinners for groups of 10 and a setting with space for children near the horse stables.
Fresh Bread
One visitor appreciated the continuous complimentary Iranian bread, while another family found bread and rice a strong match for the kebabs.
Quick Meals
Several diners reported quick service, including food arriving promptly from starters through a mixed-grill main.
Parking
One review specifically noted lots of parking, although another says finding a space can sometimes be difficult.
What to Eat at Kabab Al Bastakiah 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 Kabab Al Bastakiah restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Kabab Al Bastakiah restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Hummus Net +2
“This is my first visit to this branch, i order lamb chops and tikka yoghurt kebab and hummus. Food was very delicious, meat was tender and juicy.”
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“This is my first visit to this branch, i order lamb chops and tikka yoghurt kebab and hummus. Food was very delicious, meat was tender and juicy.”August 2025
“I ordered the lamb chops, yoghurt tikka kebab, and hummus – every dish was outstanding. The lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection, while the yoghurt tikka had a rich, creamy flavor with just the right balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, fresh, and a perfect start to the meal.”September 2025
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Lamb chops Net +2
“I ordered the lamb chops, yoghurt tikka kebab, and hummus – every dish was outstanding. The lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection, while the yoghurt tikka had a rich, creamy flavor with just the right balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, fresh, and a perfect start to the meal.”
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“I ordered the lamb chops, yoghurt tikka kebab, and hummus – every dish was outstanding. The lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection, while the yoghurt tikka had a rich, creamy flavor with just the right balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, fresh, and a perfect start to the meal.”September 2025
“This is my first visit to this branch, i order lamb chops and tikka yoghurt kebab and hummus. Food was very delicious, meat was tender and juicy.”August 2025
Honorable mentions (17)
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5 Person mixed grill platter Net +1
“Great experience. Excellent food quality and food was served on time from starters until the main mixed grill. Definitely recommend the 5 person mixed grill platter for a big group.”
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“Great experience. Excellent food quality and food was served on time from starters until the main mixed grill. Definitely recommend the 5 person mixed grill platter for a big group.”July 2026
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Chebab Net +1
“The experience is positive. The food good, egg and chebab if was less oily would be great.”
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“The experience is positive. The food good, egg and chebab if was less oily would be great.”May 2026
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Cheese reqaq Net +1
“We ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, a teapot, and cheese reqaq — everything was delicious.”
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“We ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, a teapot, and cheese reqaq — everything was delicious.”May 2026
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Chicken shish tawook Net +1
“I highly recommend this restaurant — their kebab is truly special and delicious. We tried the lamb kebab and the chicken shish tawook, and both were amazing.”
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“I highly recommend this restaurant — their kebab is truly special and delicious. We tried the lamb kebab and the chicken shish tawook, and both were amazing.”February 2026
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Chicken yoghurt tikka with rice Net +1
“The chicken yoghurt tikka with rice is also a dish that deserves special mention. Fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and attentive service make this place a top choice for Persian food lovers .”
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“The chicken yoghurt tikka with rice is also a dish that deserves special mention. Fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and attentive service make this place a top choice for Persian food lovers .”September 2025
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Egyptian breakfast tray Net +1
“We ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, a teapot, and cheese reqaq — everything was delicious.”
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“We ordered the Egyptian breakfast tray, a teapot, and cheese reqaq — everything was delicious.”May 2026
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Lamb ribs Net +1
“Their number one and most popular dish is the lamb ribs. Honestly, I’d give it 100/10 — extremely delicious, and the meat melts in your mouth.”
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“Their number one and most popular dish is the lamb ribs. Honestly, I’d give it 100/10 — extremely delicious, and the meat melts in your mouth.”April 2026
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Lamb yoghurt tikka Net +1
“The Lamb Yoghurt Tikka was also excellent; I’d rate it 9/10.”
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“The Lamb Yoghurt Tikka was also excellent; I’d rate it 9/10.”April 2026
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Main mixed grill Net +1
“Great experience. Excellent food quality and food was served on time from starters until the main mixed grill. Definitely recommend the 5 person mixed grill platter for a big group.”
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“Great experience. Excellent food quality and food was served on time from starters until the main mixed grill. Definitely recommend the 5 person mixed grill platter for a big group.”July 2026
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Mix grilled kabab Net +1
“We ordered mix grilled kabab for 3 persons. Mr Arafat was our server he was very kind and polite. The food was tasty and delicious also the portion is huge.”
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“We ordered mix grilled kabab for 3 persons. Mr Arafat was our server he was very kind and polite. The food was tasty and delicious also the portion is huge.”November 2025
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Mixed grill Net +1
“The mixed grill was very tasty and the Turkish ice cream was delish!”
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“The mixed grill was very tasty and the Turkish ice cream was delish!”March 2026
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Tikka yoghurt kebab Net +1
“This is my first visit to this branch, i order lamb chops and tikka yoghurt kebab and hummus. Food was very delicious, meat was tender and juicy.”
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“This is my first visit to this branch, i order lamb chops and tikka yoghurt kebab and hummus. Food was very delicious, meat was tender and juicy.”August 2025
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Turkish ice cream Net +1
“The mixed grill was very tasty and the Turkish ice cream was delish!”
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“The mixed grill was very tasty and the Turkish ice cream was delish!”March 2026
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Vegetables stew with lamb Net +1
“Vegetables Stew With Lamb was okay, but I didn’t like it that much, so I’d give it 7/10.”
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“Vegetables Stew With Lamb was okay, but I didn’t like it that much, so I’d give it 7/10.”April 2026
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Yoghurt tikka Net +1
“Highly recommended: don’t miss the lamb kebab and yoghurt tikka – they are absolute standouts.”
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“Highly recommended: don’t miss the lamb kebab and yoghurt tikka – they are absolute standouts.”September 2025
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Yoghurt tikka kebab Net +1
“I ordered the lamb chops, yoghurt tikka kebab, and hummus – every dish was outstanding. The lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection, while the yoghurt tikka had a rich, creamy flavor with just the right balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, fresh, and a perfect start to the meal.”
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“I ordered the lamb chops, yoghurt tikka kebab, and hummus – every dish was outstanding. The lamb was tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection, while the yoghurt tikka had a rich, creamy flavor with just the right balance of spices. The hummus was smooth, fresh, and a perfect start to the meal.”September 2025
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Turkish breakfast Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Yummy foods ordered turkish brealfast, fast service, amazing atmosphere and clean.”
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“Yummy foods ordered turkish brealfast, fast service, amazing atmosphere and clean.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Platters. For a larger group, ask about the five-person mixed grill platter; a reviewer specifically recommended it for big gatherings.
Try Ribs. If it is your first visit, consider the lamb ribs: one diner rated them 100/10 and said the meat melted in the mouth.
Avoid Rush. Consider visiting outside busy periods, since one table waited about 45 minutes while later arrivals were served first.
Check Breakfast. If ordering breakfast, confirm what is included and expect some variation: reviews mention both excellent trays and disappointing Turkish breakfast.
Try Outdoors. Choose outdoor seating if you prefer a quieter traditional setting near the horse riding school and surrounding food trucks.
Allow Parking Time. Allow extra time to find a space, as one reviewer praised the parking while another said it can sometimes be difficult.
Plan the visit
Practical details
D54
Wadi Alamardi, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Some visits involved long waits: one table waited around 45 minutes and received food cold, while another waited for missing bread and tea.
Order Delays
A breakfast order arrived without bread, which took about 15 minutes to follow, and tea was delayed by the same amount.
Breakfast Quality
One breakfast visit was rated two out of five because the food quality was considered below average and unmemorable.
Breakfast Mismatch
A diner felt the Turkish breakfast did not resemble Turkish food and looked unlike the menu photograph.
Strong Smell
One visitor noticed a strong smell indoors that caused discomfort and felt almost like a mild allergic reaction.
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The Bottom Line
Kabab Al Bastakiah in Nad Al Sheba is a Persian restaurant that is strongest on kebabs and relaxed group dining. You can order lamb ribs, lamb yoghurt tikka, mixed kebab platters or breakfast trays, with reviewers often praising the meat, rice and generous portions. The lamb ribs are the clearest standout: one diner said the meat melted in the mouth, while another praised tender lamb chops, yoghurt tikka and hummus.
For groups, the five-person mixed grill platter is specifically recommended, and a mixed kebab platter was described as coming with rice, fries, soup and salad. The traditional interior, soft music, fountain and indoor-outdoor seating give the restaurant a distinctive, generally calm atmosphere. Its setting beside a horse riding school also makes it a more unusual family outing, and reviewers mention space for children.
Complimentary Iranian bread and reported reasonable pricing add practical appeal. Service is not completely consistent. Several visits were quick and welcoming, but others involved a 45-minute wait, cold food, missing bread or delayed tea.
Breakfast feedback is mixed too, including complaints about oily dishes and a Turkish breakfast that did not match the menu. Parking is usually available but can occasionally be difficult.