Karak tea
Karak tea is singled out as “best in Dubai” by one reviewer.
Koukh Al Shay | Nad Al Sheba - Dubai
Nad Al Sheba
Koukh Al Shay in Nad Al Sheba is a cafeteria-style restaurant inside an ENOC petrol station, useful for a quick karak tea or casual meal. Reviews point to karak cake and green chilli charcoal chicken as standout orders, alongside sandwiches and varied snack-style dishes.
Reputation Score
3.5
★★★★☆
119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Karak cake
Karak cake is another distinctive order that received particularly strong praise.
Charcoal chicken
The green chilli charcoal chicken is a notable choice for diners who like a spiced grilled dish.
Fast service
Some customers report fast service, including for dine-in food orders.
Affordable options
One reviewer describes the prices as very affordable, making the snack-style menu worth checking.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check orders. For delivery or takeaway, check every item before paying; customers have reported missing and incorrect orders.
Allow time. Leave plenty of extra time for delivery rather than ordering close to when you need the food.
Confirm orders. Repeat or clarify your order carefully, especially if requesting a specific sandwich preparation.
Check parking. If you are driving, check the parking situation before arriving; one visitor reported no parking service.
Plan the visit
Practical details
67 Al Manama St
Nad Al Sheba - Nad Al Sheba 3, 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
Delivery delays
Delivery can be seriously slow, with one customer waiting over an hour for ordinary items.
Order errors
Repeated missing or incorrect items have been reported, including a boiled-egg sandwich arriving with fried egg.
Inconsistent service
Reviews include complaints about rude behaviour, poor communication and a lack of respect toward customers.
Cleanliness
One customer found the branch a little dirty despite praising its food and karak.
Parking
Parking and arrival service have been criticised, so stopping by may not be especially convenient.
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The Bottom Line
Koukh Al Shay is a cafeteria-style restaurant in Nad Al Sheba, located inside an ENOC petrol station. The clearest reasons to consider it are karak tea, karak cake and charcoal chicken. Reviews also mention sandwiches, falafel, dal and snack-style creations such as PubG, which contains Cheetos.
The drinks and grilled dishes receive some of the strongest praise. One customer called the karak “the best in Dubai”, while another highlighted green chilli charcoal chicken; falafel and chicken charcoal tikka also have individual fans. Tea has been reported at 1 dhms, and a review describes the broader menu as starting from 8dhs, although that statement does not identify a particular item.
Service is mixed. Some customers report fast service and friendly staff, but others describe long waits, poor communication and incorrect or missing delivery items. One delivery took more than an hour, and another order arrived with fried rather than boiled egg despite the request being repeated.
For delivery, allow extra time and check the order before paying. At the branch, remember that it is within a petrol station, and parking has been criticised. Cleanliness and pricing also draw occasional complaints, so expectations may depend on the visit.