Kabab Karahi
Kabab karahi is specifically praised as a nice choice at this Pakistani restaurant.
Khair Darbar Restaurant Al Quoz 3, Near Al Khail Mall
Al Quoz
Khair Darbar Restaurant is an Indian and Pakistani food stop in Al Quoz, with reviews pointing to kabab karahi and mutton kraee as standout orders. It also attracts diners looking for filling food at affordable prices, though service and cleanliness can be inconsistent.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
206 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mutton Kraee
Mutton kraee is another dish called out positively by a customer.
Affordable Meals
One reviewer said a substantial amount of food could be eaten for just 15 AED.
Pakistani Food
Several customers describe the Pakistani food as delicious and good value.
Late Hours
A review reports that the restaurant is open 24 hours, which may help travellers.
Chapli Kabab
Chapli kabab karhai is recommended by one customer as very delicious.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Kabab. For a first order, consider kabab karahi, which a reviewer specifically praised.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for table service; reviews mention waiting for staff and orders.
Check Food. Check your order before eating and raise any hygiene concern immediately, given the hair-in-food complaint.
Budget Visit. It may suit a very limited budget; one diner said they ate plenty of food for 15 AED.
Consider Timing. If visiting in person, going outside busy periods may help avoid the slow service reported by several diners.
Delivery Caution. Be cautious with delivery orders, as one recent review called the delivery experience the worst.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al QuozAl
Al Qouz Fourth - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Cleanliness
Reviews raise serious hygiene concerns, including hair in food, unclean tables and a cleanliness complaint about raita.
Slow Service
Multiple diners report waiting for staff or orders, including one 15-minute wait without anyone taking an order.
Rude Staff
Several reviews describe rude or dismissive behaviour from waiters and the person at the counter.
Food Quality
Food quality is uneven, with complaints about bad-smelling dal, raw food and disappointing orders.
Poor Delivery
One customer describes the delivery experience and food as both poor and says they will not order again.
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The Bottom Line
Khair Darbar Restaurant is a budget-minded Indian and Pakistani restaurant in Al Quoz. The clearest reason to consider it is the food range highlighted by customers: kabab karahi, mutton kraee, chapli kabab karhai, haleem and shinwari all receive positive mentions. For diners watching their spending, one reviewer said they could eat plenty for 15 AED.
The kitchen is not consistently reviewed. Some customers describe the food as fantastic, tasty or delicious, while others report bad-smelling dal, raw food, or a disappointing order. Shinwari was described as good for taste but not authentic, so expectations around traditional preparation should stay measured.
Service is the bigger practical risk. Reviews mention waiting for staff, slow orders, ignored requests for water or salad, and rude behaviour at the counter. Delivery also has a notably poor recent review, so eating in may be preferable if you want to address a problem immediately.
Cleanliness deserves attention before settling in: complaints include unclean tables, a disgusting handwash area, hair in food and a raita-related hygiene incident. A separate review calls the restaurant neat and clean, so experiences clearly vary. One customer also reports 24-hour opening, useful for travellers, but it is worth confirming current hours before making a late visit.