Juicy kebabs
Koobideh, tikka and other kebabs are repeatedly described as juicy, tender and freshly grilled.
Kebab Khodmooni Restaurant
Al Mamzar
Kebab Khodmooni is an Iranian grill restaurant in Al Mamzar, known for charcoal-cooked kebabs and traditional Persian flavours. Reviews especially point to the juicy yoghurt tikka, koobideh and mixed grill, making it a straightforward choice for a filling Iranian meal.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
493 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Yoghurt tikka
The yoghurt chicken tikka was so tender that even picky children ate it happily.
Authentic flavours
Several diners describe the food as authentic Iranian or traditional Persian cooking.
Lamb chops
The lamb chops are highlighted for being especially tender and full of flavour.
Charcoal grilling
A customer specifically praised the use of fresh ingredients and real charcoal grilling.
Family friendly
Reviews mention family visits, children enjoying the tikka and a welcoming setting for families.
Polite service
Multiple diners describe the staff as polite, friendly and attentive.
Free tea
One review mentions complimentary tea for everyone, including Iranian tea with saffron sugar.
What to Eat at Kebab Khodmooni 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 Kebab Khodmooni 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Kebab Khodmooni 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
“Outstanding food, wonderfully casual atmosphere, and super friendly staff make this traditional Persian grill in Dubai a winner. Loved the mix grill, hummus & bread. Great value too – highly recommend and will be back!"”
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“Outstanding food, wonderfully casual atmosphere, and super friendly staff make this traditional Persian grill in Dubai a winner. Loved the mix grill, hummus & bread. Great value too – highly recommend and will be back!"”August 2025
“Best kebab in dubai, especially mutton yogurt kebab and chocked saffron kebab the best of all, Also their hummus is so good, We used to visit this restaurant regularly.”May 2025
Honorable mentions (24)
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Camel meat Net +1
“Camel Meat: A rare find executed with the precision of a fine-dining establishment. It is lean, incredibly tender, and possesses a complex, earthy sweetness that puts premium beef to shame. It is, quite simply, the highlight of the menu.”
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“Camel Meat: A rare find executed with the precision of a fine-dining establishment. It is lean, incredibly tender, and possesses a complex, earthy sweetness that puts premium beef to shame. It is, quite simply, the highlight of the menu.”February 2026
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Camel tikka Net +1
“As always, Delicious food especially the mutton Kababs, mutton and camel tikka”
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“As always, Delicious food especially the mutton Kababs, mutton and camel tikka”December 2025
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Charby Net +1
“The Charby: This is where the "foodgasm" truly happens. It is rich, indulgent, and decadent. The way the fat is rendered until it reaches a buttery, melt-in-the-mouth consistency is nothing short of alchemy. It is pure, unadulterated flavor that deserves its own cult following.”
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“The Charby: This is where the "foodgasm" truly happens. It is rich, indulgent, and decadent. The way the fat is rendered until it reaches a buttery, melt-in-the-mouth consistency is nothing short of alchemy. It is pure, unadulterated flavor that deserves its own cult following.”February 2026
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Chicken charcoal Net +1
“Chicken Charcoal: Most places dry out the bird; here, it is a succulent masterpiece. The skin is a crisp, golden parchment of flavor, while the meat beneath remains impossibly moist, infused with a clean, aromatic smokiness that lingers beautifully.”
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“Chicken Charcoal: Most places dry out the bird; here, it is a succulent masterpiece. The skin is a crisp, golden parchment of flavor, while the meat beneath remains impossibly moist, infused with a clean, aromatic smokiness that lingers beautifully.”February 2026
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Chicken kebabs Net +1
“The assortment included juicy chicken kebabs, tender koobideh, and flavorful lamb, all grilled well, though not quite exceptional in taste.”
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“The assortment included juicy chicken kebabs, tender koobideh, and flavorful lamb, all grilled well, though not quite exceptional in taste.”May 2025
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Chicken with rice Net +1
“We tried chicken with rice also which was simply delicious!”
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“We tried chicken with rice also which was simply delicious!”December 2025
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Chocked saffron kebab Net +1
“Best kebab in dubai, especially mutton yogurt kebab and chocked saffron kebab the best of all, Also their hummus is so good, We used to visit this restaurant regularly.”
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“Best kebab in dubai, especially mutton yogurt kebab and chocked saffron kebab the best of all, Also their hummus is so good, We used to visit this restaurant regularly.”May 2025
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Ice cream with mixed flavours Net +1
“We ordered platter and it was fresh, juicy and tasty. Ice cream with mixed flavours was also good in taste. Staff who served us was very professional and active. Must try. Parking is a challenge specially on weekends.”
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“We ordered platter and it was fresh, juicy and tasty. Ice cream with mixed flavours was also good in taste. Staff who served us was very professional and active. Must try. Parking is a challenge specially on weekends.”January 2025
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Kaboodieh kabab Net +1
“However, it's great to hear that their kababs, especially the Kaboodieh kabab & Lemon Kebab, stood out positively.”
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“However, it's great to hear that their kababs, especially the Kaboodieh kabab & Lemon Kebab, stood out positively.”May 2024
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Kebab sandwich Net +1
“I recently dined at Kebab Khodmooni and was thoroughly impressed. The kebab sandwich, mix grill, and charcoal dishes were all incredibly tasty. The location is excellent, and the free tea for everyone is a delightful touch. Highly recommended!”
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“I recently dined at Kebab Khodmooni and was thoroughly impressed. The kebab sandwich, mix grill, and charcoal dishes were all incredibly tasty. The location is excellent, and the free tea for everyone is a delightful touch. Highly recommended!”July 2024
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Lamb chops Net +1
“Food here is our go to, when we fancy Iranian food. Love the yoghurt lamb with rice and our favourite is the lamb chops- so tender and full of flavour”
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“Food here is our go to, when we fancy Iranian food. Love the yoghurt lamb with rice and our favourite is the lamb chops- so tender and full of flavour”January 2024
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Lamb kababs Net +1
“Amzaing experience.. our server Ali was exceptional.. he gave us the best service.. food was delicious super fresh and melt in mouth lamb kababs and kobedeh.. place is very clean .. would highly recommend it”
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“Amzaing experience.. our server Ali was exceptional.. he gave us the best service.. food was delicious super fresh and melt in mouth lamb kababs and kobedeh.. place is very clean .. would highly recommend it”December 2025
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Lemon kebab Net +1
“However, it's great to hear that their kababs, especially the Kaboodieh kabab & Lemon Kebab, stood out positively.”
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“However, it's great to hear that their kababs, especially the Kaboodieh kabab & Lemon Kebab, stood out positively.”May 2024
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Meat tikkas Net +1
“The kebabs and meat Tikkas were very nice but with very bad bread to go with it it kind of ruins the experience.”
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“The kebabs and meat Tikkas were very nice but with very bad bread to go with it it kind of ruins the experience.”April 2024
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Mix grill with chicken and mutton kebabs Net +1
“We ordered mix grill with chicken and mutton kebabs, yoghurt chicken tikka and mutton tikka. Though the family all the food but the star of the dinner was the juiciest yoghurt tikka that i ever had.”
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“We ordered mix grill with chicken and mutton kebabs, yoghurt chicken tikka and mutton tikka. Though the family all the food but the star of the dinner was the juiciest yoghurt tikka that i ever had.”June 2026
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Mutton lemon kebab Net +1
“Mind blowing Mutton Lemon kebab and green tea(complimentary ) highly recommended 10/10”
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“Mind blowing Mutton Lemon kebab and green tea(complimentary ) highly recommended 10/10”February 2025
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Mutton tikka Net +1
“As always, Delicious food especially the mutton Kababs, mutton and camel tikka”
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“As always, Delicious food especially the mutton Kababs, mutton and camel tikka”December 2025
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Mutton yogurt kebab Net +1
“Best kebab in dubai, especially mutton yogurt kebab and chocked saffron kebab the best of all, Also their hummus is so good, We used to visit this restaurant regularly.”
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“Best kebab in dubai, especially mutton yogurt kebab and chocked saffron kebab the best of all, Also their hummus is so good, We used to visit this restaurant regularly.”May 2025
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Saffron chicken Net +1
“Kebab Khodmooni is hands down one of the best Persian grill spots I’ve tried in Dubai. Their koobideh is incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the saffron chicken melts in your mouth. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and real charcoal grilling — nothing feels rushed or commercial.”
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“Kebab Khodmooni is hands down one of the best Persian grill spots I’ve tried in Dubai. Their koobideh is incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the saffron chicken melts in your mouth. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and real charcoal grilling — nothing feels rushed or commercial.”May 2025
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Special lamb tikka sandwich Net +1
“I recently visited khod mooni restaurant and tried their special lamb tikka sandwich and some kind of foods. It was really amazing, taste was superb and foods are delicious.”
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“I recently visited khod mooni restaurant and tried their special lamb tikka sandwich and some kind of foods. It was really amazing, taste was superb and foods are delicious.”September 2025
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Tikka Net +1
“We went for the Koobideh and the Tikka—and wow. The Koobideh was juicy and packed with flavor, the kind that makes you rethink why you ever bothered with anywhere else. The Tikka? Super tender, smoky, and just melts in your mouth.”
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“We went for the Koobideh and the Tikka—and wow. The Koobideh was juicy and packed with flavor, the kind that makes you rethink why you ever bothered with anywhere else. The Tikka? Super tender, smoky, and just melts in your mouth.”April 2025
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Yoghurt chicken tikka Net +1
“We ordered mix grill with chicken and mutton kebabs, yoghurt chicken tikka and mutton tikka. Though the family all the food but the star of the dinner was the juiciest yoghurt tikka that i ever had. Even my kids who are very picky eater, ate the tikka without troubling me at all.”
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“We ordered mix grill with chicken and mutton kebabs, yoghurt chicken tikka and mutton tikka. Though the family all the food but the star of the dinner was the juiciest yoghurt tikka that i ever had. Even my kids who are very picky eater, ate the tikka without troubling me at all.”June 2026
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Yoghurt lamb with rice Net +1
“Food here is our go to, when we fancy Iranian food. Love the yoghurt lamb with rice and our favourite is the lamb chops- so tender and full of flavour”
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“Food here is our go to, when we fancy Iranian food. Love the yoghurt lamb with rice and our favourite is the lamb chops- so tender and full of flavour”January 2024
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Lamb tikha Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Authentic Arabic kebabs. We ordered lamb tikha and it was okay.”
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Drinks 1
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Iranian tea with saffron sugar Net +1
“Service was good and the iranian tea with saffron sugar was just the perfect end to the meal.”
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“Service was good and the iranian tea with saffron sugar was just the perfect end to the meal.”February 2024
What to Avoid (2)
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Ash Net −1
“Not a bad restaurant but we tried kabab and ash ash tasted like boiled water nothing close to authentic Iranian ash it was such a disappointment”
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“Not a bad restaurant but we tried kabab and ash ash tasted like boiled water nothing close to authentic Iranian ash it was such a disappointment”May 2023
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Kalepacheh Net −1
“It was not my first kalepacheh in dubai but for sure will be last time in this place. Actually there is no option to choose which part you want more or which part you dont want, it was a package,tongue was with skin and bones inside the dish,no sangak bread , no cinnamon, no lemon, it tooks time for getting food ready”
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“It was not my first kalepacheh in dubai but for sure will be last time in this place. Actually there is no option to choose which part you want more or which part you dont want, it was a package,tongue was with skin and bones inside the dish,no sangak bread , no cinnamon, no lemon, it tooks time for getting food ready”February 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Order ahead. For a faster meal, order in advance; one review says fresh preparation can otherwise mean a wait.
Plan parking. Allow extra time to park after 7pm, particularly if visiting on a weekend.
Try takeaway. If cleanliness or seating matters more than atmosphere, consider takeaway rather than dining in.
Try lemon kebab. The mutton lemon kebab is a useful pick for diners wanting a specific recommendation beyond the standard mix grill.
Skip soup. One diner found the soup disappointing, so the grilled dishes may be a safer first order.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khaleej St - behind Union Coop
Al Hamriya Port - Al Mamzar, Dubai
| Mon | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:30 AM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Cleanliness
Some diners reported a dusty outdoor area, an unclean entrance and even flies.
Old seating
The interior and seating have been called old, uncomfortable and difficult for a baby table.
Bread quality
A few reviews say the bread was stale, hard or poor enough to detract from the kebabs.
Parking pressure
Parking can be difficult after 7pm and especially challenging on weekends.
Uneven service
Although many guests praise the staff, others report poor service, delays and weak delivery handling.
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The Bottom Line
Kebab Khodmooni is an Al Mamzar Iranian grill focused on charcoal-cooked meat rather than a broad restaurant experience. The most useful starting points are the mix grill, koobideh, yoghurt chicken tikka and lamb chops. Reviews describe the kebabs as juicy, tender and full of flavour, while several diners specifically call out authentic Iranian taste.
One customer also praised the fresh ingredients and real charcoal grilling. The food receives much stronger praise than the room. Some guests report friendly, attentive service and a relaxed traditional feel, but others mention poor service, delivery problems and delays.
The dining area has been described as old or uncomfortable, with a torn tablecloth, dusty outdoor seating and cleanliness concerns including flies. Bread quality is another recurring weakness: one review found it stale and hard. Families do visit, although seating may not easily accommodate a baby table.
75 mix grill platter slightly expensive compared with nearby alternatives. Parking can be difficult after 7pm and on weekends. Ordering ahead may help because dishes are prepared fresh; takeaway is worth considering if the dining-room condition is a concern.