Live Music
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Korma Sutra Restaurant and Cafe
Al Barsha
Korma Sutra is an Indian restaurant and shisha lounge in Al Barsha, with two floors, family and smoking areas, and a lively events programme. Reviews point to dishes such as Makhmali Paneer Tikka and Gochujang Chicken, alongside shisha, mocktails and live Qawwali nights.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
1,178 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Family Seating
Separate smoking and non-smoking sections make it easier to dine with family, including children.
Named Dishes
Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka and Gochujang Chicken are repeatedly useful recommendations from diners.
Shisha Quality
Several diners describe the shisha as smooth and long-lasting, with a broad choice of flavours.
Family Extras
The upper floor has board games and books, while another review mentions outdoor seating and a two-storey layout.
Food Presentation
Beautifully presented starters and platters are a recurring strength, useful for diners who enjoy photo-friendly plates.
What to Eat at Korma Sutra Restaurant and Cafe 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 Korma Sutra Restaurant and Cafe, 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 Korma Sutra Restaurant and Cafe got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
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Avocado tokiri chat Net +2
“Avocado tokiri chat- good”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Avocado tokiri chat- good”March 2026
“They offered us new menu like fusion food. We loved avocado tokri chat, crispy spinach chat, gulab jamun kunafa etc. we loved vegetarian more here.”January 2026
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Gochujang chicken Net +2
“Gochujang chicken - must try”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Gochujang chicken - must try”March 2026
“Must-try dishes are the Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka, and Gochujang Chicken.”June 2026
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Makhmali paneer tikka Net +2
“Must-try dishes are the Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka, and Gochujang Chicken.”
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Review excerpts
“Must-try dishes are the Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka, and Gochujang Chicken.”June 2026
“They help us to enjoy the dance even they are also joining the dance......best place to visit . Must try pani puri , makhmalli panner Tikka etc.. And especially thanks to Rauf , roshma , Mohamed, Ahmed, driss and nafisha....thank you very much...we will be back soon love it❤️”March 2026
Honorable mentions (16)
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Blue pino colada Net +1
“Blue pino colada - very good”
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Review excerpts
“Blue pino colada - very good”March 2026
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Buttered chicken Net +1
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”January 2026
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Chicken gyoza Net +1
“Chicken gyoza - very good”
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“Chicken gyoza - very good”March 2026
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Creme burelle Net +1
“Creme burelle - very good”
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“Creme burelle - very good”March 2026
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Crispy palak bites starter Net +1
“Food was okay. Crispy palak bites starter was tasty. Pistachio Kunafa was little disappointing.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food was okay. Crispy palak bites starter was tasty. Pistachio Kunafa was little disappointing.”March 2025
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Crispy spinach chat Net +1
“They offered us new menu like fusion food. We loved avocado tokri chat, crispy spinach chat, gulab jamun kunafa etc. we loved vegetarian more here.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They offered us new menu like fusion food. We loved avocado tokri chat, crispy spinach chat, gulab jamun kunafa etc. we loved vegetarian more here.”January 2026
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Crispy vegetables Net +1
“We put a special request to Chef Naresh to create an appetizer for us and he presented Crispy Vegetables in a unique flavor. Very delicious. Also we thank amazing service by Abdul Rauf + Hocine and Mohammad + Idrees, the shisha magicians! The food service & shisha is amazing! Thank you”
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Review excerpts
“We put a special request to Chef Naresh to create an appetizer for us and he presented Crispy Vegetables in a unique flavor. Very delicious. Also we thank amazing service by Abdul Rauf + Hocine and Mohammad + Idrees, the shisha magicians! The food service & shisha is amazing! Thank you”March 2026
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Gulab jamun kunafa Net +1
“They offered us new menu like fusion food. We loved avocado tokri chat, crispy spinach chat, gulab jamun kunafa etc. we loved vegetarian more here.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They offered us new menu like fusion food. We loved avocado tokri chat, crispy spinach chat, gulab jamun kunafa etc. we loved vegetarian more here.”January 2026
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Hells angel Net +1
“Hells angel- good spicy drink”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Hells angel- good spicy drink”March 2026
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Pani puri Net +1
“They help us to enjoy the dance even they are also joining the dance......best place to visit . Must try pani puri , makhmalli panner Tikka etc.. And especially thanks to Rauf , roshma , Mohamed, Ahmed, driss and nafisha....thank you very much...we will be back soon love it❤️”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They help us to enjoy the dance even they are also joining the dance......best place to visit . Must try pani puri , makhmalli panner Tikka etc.. And especially thanks to Rauf , roshma , Mohamed, Ahmed, driss and nafisha....thank you very much...we will be back soon love it❤️”March 2026
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Peri peri maggi Net +1
“Peri peri maggi was a chance order but it was the best maggi dish we have had ever.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Peri peri maggi was a chance order but it was the best maggi dish we have had ever.”January 2026
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Piña colada Net +1
“I ordered shisha and Piña colada , and both were excellent in taste and presentation 👌🏻😢 Special thanks to Sanaa for her outstanding service and polite attitude.”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered shisha and Piña colada , and both were excellent in taste and presentation 👌🏻😢 Special thanks to Sanaa for her outstanding service and polite attitude.”January 2026
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Red thai curry Net +1
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”January 2026
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Seekh chicken kebab Net +1
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I love the food presentation here. The red thai curry is my most favorite! Next that tops my list is the buttered chicken and seekh chicken kebab! Their matcha drinks are a must try! There's nothing not to like about Korma Sutra.”January 2026
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Smokey chicken tikka Net +1
“Must-try dishes are the Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka, and Gochujang Chicken.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Must-try dishes are the Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Smokey Chicken Tikka, and Gochujang Chicken.”June 2026
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Teriyaki chicken crotini Net +1
“Teriyaki chicken crotini- very good”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Teriyaki chicken crotini- very good”March 2026
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Karak Net +1
“The Karak was tooooo Good! Loved their paneer starter! Sizzling Brownie out of the world! ❤️✨”
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Review excerpts
“The Karak was tooooo Good! Loved their paneer starter! Sizzling Brownie out of the world! ❤️✨”January 2026
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No.1 tea Net +1
“Wooowooo very tasty food No.1 Tea served Mr.Rauf with complimentary smiles 😃 😊 🙂”
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Review excerpts
“Wooowooo very tasty food No.1 Tea served Mr.Rauf with complimentary smiles 😃 😊 🙂”May 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Pistachio kunafa Net −1
“Food was okay. Crispy palak bites starter was tasty. Pistachio Kunafa was little disappointing. However it was hand crated really well and appealing to the eyes.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Food was okay. Crispy palak bites starter was tasty. Pistachio Kunafa was little disappointing. However it was hand crated really well and appealing to the eyes.”March 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Events. Check the schedule before visiting if live entertainment matters; Friday Qawwali and Saturday live music are mentioned.
Choose Seating. Ask for separate family seating or the non-smoking floor if you are visiting with children.
Try Favourites. For a first order, consider Gochujang Chicken, Chicken Gyoza or Blue Pino Colada, all specifically praised by one diner.
Mind Stairs. If anyone in your group struggles with stairs, request a ground-floor table rather than the upper family area.
Try Games. For a longer family visit, ask about the board games and books available in the family area.
Plan the visit
Practical details
9394 Avenues - Umm Suqeim St
Al Barsha Second - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Stair Access
The stairs to the first floor may be difficult for older guests.
Outdoor Mosquitoes
One diner specifically asked the restaurant to address mosquitoes in the outdoor area.
Sweet Drinks
One review found the drinks too sweet, so this may matter if you prefer less sugary beverages.
Mixed Food
Although many reviews praise the food, one diner found it merely okay and singled out a disappointing Pistachio Kunafa.
Higher Prices
A returning diner felt the prices were a little expensive, despite finding the quality and ambience worthwhile.
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The Bottom Line
Korma Sutra combines an Indian restaurant with a shisha-lounge atmosphere in Al Barsha. You can come for dinner, order dishes such as Makhmali Paneer Tikka, Gochujang Chicken, Chicken Gyoza or Peri Peri Maggi, and stay for mocktails, shisha or live entertainment. Friday Qawwali and Saturday live music are both mentioned, while one review describes a stage, a large screen and space for dancing.
The venue is spread across two floors, with smoking and non-smoking areas, indoor and outdoor seating, and family extras including board games and books. That makes it adaptable for a friends’ evening, a family meal or a birthday; one group received complimentary brownies for a birthday celebration, and another child was given a brownie with ice cream. Food presentation is a consistent talking point, though the experience is not flawless.
One diner found the drinks too sweet, another was disappointed by the Pistachio Kunafa, and a reviewer felt prices were a little expensive. The stairs to the first floor may be awkward for older guests, and mosquitoes were mentioned around the outdoor area. If accessibility or smoking matters, ask about seating before settling in.
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