Spacious setting
The cafe is described as spacious and beautifully designed, with a cozy modern feel.
KANKA Restaurant & Cafe - مطعم ومقهي كنكة
Deira
KANKA is an Arabic restaurant and cafe in Deira with a broad Middle Eastern focus and a lively social setting. Reviews particularly point to its Egyptian breakfast, smooth shisha and spacious, welcoming atmosphere for relaxed meals or group gatherings.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
253 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Smooth shisha
Several reviews praise the shisha, including one calling it good quality and smooth.
Egyptian breakfast
The Egyptian breakfast receives especially strong feedback, with one diner rating it 10/10.
Tasty pizza
Pizza is singled out as a particularly enjoyable choice, described as having a homey taste.
Warm welcome
Reviews repeatedly describe the welcome as friendly, with staff checking on guests during meals.
Group friendly
A team gathering review says the group enjoyed both the place and the food.
What to Eat at KANKA Restaurant & Cafe - مطعم ومقهي كنكة 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 KANKA Restaurant & Cafe - مطعم ومقهي كنكة, 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 KANKA Restaurant & Cafe - مطعم ومقهي كنكة got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Arabic salad Net +1
“I was lucky to be part of prelaunch started with their Arabic Salad, which was so refreshing and flavorful—the perfect balance of fresh veggies, olive oil, and a tangy hint of sumac.”
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“I was lucky to be part of prelaunch started with their Arabic Salad, which was so refreshing and flavorful—the perfect balance of fresh veggies, olive oil, and a tangy hint of sumac.”October 2024
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Egyptian breakfast Net +1
“We really enjoyed the Egyptian breakfast, food is 10/10 with amazing vibes Place is highly recommended”
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“We really enjoyed the Egyptian breakfast, food is 10/10 with amazing vibes Place is highly recommended”February 2025
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Flamin’ cheetos chicken strips Net +1
“To top it all off, I tried the Flamin’ Cheetos Chicken Strips, and wow, what a burst of flavor! Spicy, crispy, and served with melted cheese—an absolute must-try.”
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“To top it all off, I tried the Flamin’ Cheetos Chicken Strips, and wow, what a burst of flavor! Spicy, crispy, and served with melted cheese—an absolute must-try.”October 2024
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Fresh croissant Net +1
“I ordered the specialty cold brew and a fresh croissant, both of which were exceptional.”
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“I ordered the specialty cold brew and a fresh croissant, both of which were exceptional.”October 2024
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Pizza Net +1
“The pizza is really tasty also, has a really homey taste and their Shisha is really good quality and smooth, over all it deserves more than these 5 stars, I met the owner Mahmood also and he is a really humble and down to earth person.”
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“The pizza is really tasty also, has a really homey taste and their Shisha is really good quality and smooth, over all it deserves more than these 5 stars, I met the owner Mahmood also and he is a really humble and down to earth person.”May 2025
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Specialty cold brew Net +1
“I ordered the specialty cold brew and a fresh croissant, both of which were exceptional.”
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“I ordered the specialty cold brew and a fresh croissant, both of which were exceptional.”October 2024
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Cortado Net +1
“For drinks, I had their Cortado, which was perfectly brewed with the right balance of espresso and milk. It was smooth and rich, just how I like it.”
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“For drinks, I had their Cortado, which was perfectly brewed with the right balance of espresso and milk. It was smooth and rich, just how I like it.”October 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow time. Visit off-peak if possible or allow extra time: one diner waited about an hour for food.
Check drinks. If you want drinks with your meal, confirm the order and follow up if they do not arrive.
Ask about AC. If temperature matters, check the air conditioning before settling in; one guest said it was not switched on.
Confirm water. Ask whether bottled water is chargeable before it is opened or poured.
Check availability. For suhur or other busy meal periods, check what remains available before ordering.
Try breakfast. The Egyptian breakfast is a strong starting point, with one review describing it as 10/10.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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| Mon | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Some diners report long waits, including around 45 minutes for snacks and about an hour for food.
Missed requests
One visit involved searching for the waiter again because drinks did not arrive with the food as requested.
AC issue
A customer reported that the air conditioning was not turned on despite asking twice.
Stock shortages
One suhur visit was affected because the food had run out.
Water charge
A diner said a large bottle of water was poured without being requested and later appeared on the bill.
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The Bottom Line
KANKA is an Arabic restaurant and cafe in Deira that suits diners looking for a social meal with shisha rather than a quick, strictly functional stop. Reviews mention an unusually spacious, modern-looking cafe, a cozy atmosphere and a friendly welcome. It has also worked well for a team gathering and visits with family or friends.
The food feedback is generally strong, with Egyptian breakfast, pizza and Arabic flavours receiving specific praise. One diner enjoyed the Arabic Salad, Cortado and Flamin’ Cheetos Chicken Strips, while another highlighted a specialty cold brew and croissant. Shisha is one of the clearest draws: reviewers describe it as smooth, rich and good quality.
Service can be warm and attentive, but consistency is the main caution. Several guests describe long waits, including about 45 minutes for snacks and roughly an hour for food; another had to chase the waiter for drinks. A suhur reviewer found that food had run out.
It is worth allowing extra time, checking availability during busy periods and confirming drink and bottled-water charges. Also ask about the air conditioning before settling in, as one guest said it was not turned on despite repeated requests.