Karak tea
Karak is a standout, with several reviewers calling it the best in Al Jaddaf or even the town.
Koukh al Shay - Zaabeel Stadium
Al Jaddaf
Koukh al Shay at Zaabeel Stadium is a cafeteria in Al Jaddaf known for karak tea and quick, filling sandwiches. Reviews also point to fresh paratha-based options, generous parking and a relaxed setting for a late-night snack or chai with friends.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
114 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Paratha sandwiches
The paratha sandwiches and rolls are repeatedly praised, including the omelette version and several named sandwich options.
Fresh paratha
One reviewer found the paratha fresh and soft alongside a karak tea.
Parking space
Reviews mention roadside parking as well as a large, partly unpaved parking area around the cafeteria.
Calm atmosphere
The branch is described as a calm place for an evening snack, chai and time with friends.
Good value
A reviewer said a paratha sandwich at 7 dirham offered strong value, even though the food was not the tastiest.
What to Eat at Koukh al Shay - Zaabeel Stadium 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 Koukh al Shay - Zaabeel Stadium, 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 Koukh al Shay - Zaabeel Stadium got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Omelette samoon sandwich Net +2
“No cafeteria in the Jaddaf area makes better karak than they do. Their omelette samoon sandwich is also pretty good. Loads of unpaved parking area available”
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Review excerpts
“No cafeteria in the Jaddaf area makes better karak than they do. Their omelette samoon sandwich is also pretty good. Loads of unpaved parking area available”September 2023
“I particularly enjoyed their sandwiches and wraps, especially the Chicken Nashif and Omelette Samoon. Both were packed with flavor and were absolutely delicious.”April 2024
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Burger zingers Net +1
“Very good service All sandwiches very tasty. My favorite burger zingers Amazing 👍👍👍”
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Review excerpts
“Very good service All sandwiches very tasty. My favorite burger zingers Amazing 👍👍👍”July 2025
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Chicken nashif Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed their sandwiches and wraps, especially the Chicken Nashif and Omelette Samoon. Both were packed with flavor and were absolutely delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“I particularly enjoyed their sandwiches and wraps, especially the Chicken Nashif and Omelette Samoon. Both were packed with flavor and were absolutely delicious.”April 2024
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Green chilly charcoal Net +1
“We ordered half portion green chilly charcoal. .Quantity is very less and half of the meat is missing. If u plan to order half portion, expect only quarter size. However taste was okay”
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Review excerpts
“We ordered half portion green chilly charcoal. .Quantity is very less and half of the meat is missing. If u plan to order half portion, expect only quarter size. However taste was okay”October 2023
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Koukh doubel burger Net +1
“VERY GOOD SERVICE VERY NICE FOOD MY FAVORITE BURGER KOUKH DOUBEL BURGER ALL STAFF VERY FRIENDLY”
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Review excerpts
“VERY GOOD SERVICE VERY NICE FOOD MY FAVORITE BURGER KOUKH DOUBEL BURGER ALL STAFF VERY FRIENDLY”July 2025
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Paratha Net +1
“Best paratha”
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Review excerpts
“Best paratha”May 2026
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Paratha egg cheese Net +1
“Good tea and snack (paratha egg cheese)”
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Review excerpts
“Good tea and snack (paratha egg cheese)”January 2024
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Paratha omelette Net +1
“I took paratha omelette with karak Tea.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I took paratha omelette with karak Tea.”September 2024
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Poratta rolls Net +1
“We get nice poratta rolls here....”
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Review excerpts
“We get nice poratta rolls here....”May 2026
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Porota sandwich dynamit fransisco Net +1
“Amazing food my favorite porota sandwich Dynamit fransisco ❤”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Amazing food my favorite porota sandwich Dynamit fransisco ❤”July 2025
Drinks 1
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Karak tea Net +7
“Karak Tea is best here”
Positive 7Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Karak Tea is best here”July 2026
“very nice and tasty karak tea , staff also”February 2024
What to Avoid (3)
Food 2
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Grill chicken Net −1
“Grill chicken very bad and at all recommended”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Grill chicken very bad and at all recommended”December 2022
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Paratha sandwich Net −1
“Very good value for the money. Not the tastiest food, but for 7 dirham, tou can definitely get a great paratha sandwich. Delivery is also fast”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Very good value for the money. Not the tastiest food, but for 7 dirham, tou can definitely get a great paratha sandwich. Delivery is also fast”July 2024
Drinks 1
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Avocado juice Net −2
“I ordered the avocado juice, but it was extremely disappointing. The juice was very watery and overly sweet, with hardly any real avocado taste. It felt more like flavored sugar water than a fresh avocado drink.”
Positive 0Negative 2
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered the avocado juice, but it was extremely disappointing. The juice was very watery and overly sweet, with hardly any real avocado taste. It felt more like flavored sugar water than a fresh avocado drink.”June 2026
“Despite being late, the avocado juice is very bad and and full of water”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Order ahead. If coming from a distance, order on WhatsApp and collect after 15–20 minutes to reduce waiting.
Avoid rush. Allow extra time during busy periods; one reviewer said food might be delayed due to crowds.
Choose karak. Karak is the safest first order, with one reviewer calling it the best in town.
Check takeaway. Check your bag before leaving, since one customer found an item missing after getting home.
Skip avocado. The avocado juice received specific complaints for being watery and overly sweet, so another drink may be wiser.
Expect parking. Parking is a practical plus, with reviews mentioning a large unpaved area near the branch.
Plan the visit
Practical details
6899+VR
Al Jadaf, 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
Long waits
Several reviews report delays, ranging from 20 minutes to more than 25 minutes for small or simple orders.
Weak service
Service can be inconsistent, with complaints about unanswered WhatsApp messages, missed items and rude order handling.
Avocado juice
Two reviewers found the avocado juice watery and overly sweet, with little real avocado taste.
Small portions
A half portion of green chilly charcoal was reported to arrive closer to a quarter-sized serving.
Branch pricing
One review described the cafeteria as overpriced and said its customer service needed improvement.
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The Bottom Line
Koukh al Shay at Zaabeel Stadium is a casual cafeteria in Al Jaddaf where the clearest draw is karak tea. Reviewers also come for paratha-based snacks, including paratha omelette, omelette samoon and various rolls and sandwiches. The food suits a quick bite, late-night snack or relaxed chai stop rather than a formal restaurant meal.
The karak earns the strongest and most consistent praise, while sandwiches receive good mentions for taste. Chicken Nashif and Omelette Samoon were particular highlights for one returning customer, and other reviewers named the Dynamit Fransisco and Koukh Double Burger as favourites. A reported 7-dirham paratha sandwich was considered good value, although another review called the food fairly ordinary and the branch overpriced.
The setting is described as calm and suitable for sitting with friends, and parking is a recurring practical advantage, including a large unpaved area. Service, however, is uneven. Some customers report friendly staff and quick service, while others waited 20 to 25 minutes or were left without attention.
If you are travelling from farther away, one reviewer suggests ordering on WhatsApp and collecting after 15–20 minutes. The avocado juice is best treated cautiously: two reviews found it watery, overly sweet and short on avocado flavour.