Fresh kulchas
Stuffed kulchas are described as fresh, crisp outside and packed with flavour, with chutneys and pickles on the side.
Kulcha King
Business Bay
Kulcha King is an Indian restaurant and café in Business Bay, serving handmade stuffed kulchas alongside everyday Indian dishes and drinks. Reviews point to the chicken tikka kulcha, biryani and well-made coffee as worthwhile starting points, with a warm, casual setting for a quick meal.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
667 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Chicken tikka
The chicken tikka kulcha is a particularly useful first order for visitors who want the restaurant’s signature style.
Good coffee
The café side works well for a coffee stop; one review rated the cappuccino rich, smooth and well-balanced.
Breakfast value
A breakfast review highlighted quick service and a refill service available between 8am and 11pm as good value.
Welcoming setting
Reviews describe the restaurant as clean, well ventilated, relaxing and family friendly, with indoor and outdoor seating mentioned.
What to Eat at Kulcha King 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 Kulcha King, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Kulcha King got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Nasigoreng Net +3
“Also, nasigoreng was so nice.”
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“Also, nasigoreng was so nice.”December 2021
“I love their version of Nasi Goreng! Grace was super nice and helpful, I'm definitely eating here again ❤️”February 2022
Honorable mentions (17)
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Aloo kulcha Net +1
“Nar Prasad served me today and he suggested me to try aloo kulcha and it was delicious. It was very well cooked and comes with small portion of cholle and chutney which adds more to the taste.”
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“Nar Prasad served me today and he suggested me to try aloo kulcha and it was delicious. It was very well cooked and comes with small portion of cholle and chutney which adds more to the taste.”August 2023
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Chicken biryani Net +1
“Lamb and chicken biryani is awesome , highly recommended,”
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“Lamb and chicken biryani is awesome , highly recommended,”March 2022
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Chicken curry Net +1
“I tried chicken curry and by far this is the best one that I’ve tried in this area. Yummy!!!!!”
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“I tried chicken curry and by far this is the best one that I’ve tried in this area. Yummy!!!!!”January 2026
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Chicken keema paratha Net +1
“Amazing food, chicken keema paratha is a must try... Cozy ambience worth to try... Also tried their Tiramisu..and it's delicious 🤤”
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“Amazing food, chicken keema paratha is a must try... Cozy ambience worth to try... Also tried their Tiramisu..and it's delicious 🤤”January 2026
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Chicken tikka kulcha Net +1
“The food is solid, and the chicken tikka kulcha is definitely a must-try—flavorful and satisfying.”
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“The food is solid, and the chicken tikka kulcha is definitely a must-try—flavorful and satisfying.”January 2026
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Chole bhature Net +1
“I ordered chole bhature, it was good to eat but the price was very expensive as per the food, which was not worth it.”
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“I ordered chole bhature, it was good to eat but the price was very expensive as per the food, which was not worth it.”April 2024
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Gobi paratha Net +1
“Gobi paratha and non veg thali recently tried in July 23, Yummy.”
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“Gobi paratha and non veg thali recently tried in July 23, Yummy.”July 2023
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Grilled chicken with black paper Net +1
“I ordered the food without expecting it, but it was so delicious that I was surprised. I was surprised once again at the low price when I saw the price of the food. In particular, I liked that there were many Asian-style menus, and the warm lemon ginger tea went so well with the food( Grilled chicken with black paper)”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered the food without expecting it, but it was so delicious that I was surprised. I was surprised once again at the low price when I saw the price of the food. In particular, I liked that there were many Asian-style menus, and the warm lemon ginger tea went so well with the food( Grilled chicken with black paper)”March 2024
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Lamb biryani Net +1
“Lamb and chicken biryani is awesome , highly recommended,”
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“Lamb and chicken biryani is awesome , highly recommended,”March 2022
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Lamb kofta rice bowl Net +1
“Thank you Nar prasad for recommending Lamb Kofta Rice bowl, I really enjoyed it. Restaurant is highly recommended.”
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“Thank you Nar prasad for recommending Lamb Kofta Rice bowl, I really enjoyed it. Restaurant is highly recommended.”August 2023
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Lemon mint Net +1
“Food is great. Portion is just correct. The Lemon Mint was amazing, really freshens you. Ms. Grace was catering to me, and she's a very sweet and polite. Great service.”
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“Food is great. Portion is just correct. The Lemon Mint was amazing, really freshens you. Ms. Grace was catering to me, and she's a very sweet and polite. Great service.”March 2022
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Non veg thali Net +1
“Gobi paratha and non veg thali recently tried in July 23, Yummy.”
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“Gobi paratha and non veg thali recently tried in July 23, Yummy.”July 2023
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Sandwich Net +1
“I had amazing experience at cafe Kulcha King & Kulcha king restaurant. I really enjoyed the scrumptious Indian food & cappuccino with sandwich. Staff hospitality was top notch. Highly recommended 💕”
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“I had amazing experience at cafe Kulcha King & Kulcha king restaurant. I really enjoyed the scrumptious Indian food & cappuccino with sandwich. Staff hospitality was top notch. Highly recommended 💕”January 2026
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Stuffed kulchas Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed their stuffed kulchas, which were crispy on the outside and packed with delicious fillings.”
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“I particularly enjoyed their stuffed kulchas, which were crispy on the outside and packed with delicious fillings.”January 2026
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Tiramisu Net +1
“Amazing food, chicken keema paratha is a must try... Cozy ambience worth to try... Also tried their Tiramisu..and it's delicious 🤤”
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“Amazing food, chicken keema paratha is a must try... Cozy ambience worth to try... Also tried their Tiramisu..and it's delicious 🤤”January 2026
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Tomato soup Net +1
“I love to came and eat tomato soup on this amazing place.”
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“I love to came and eat tomato soup on this amazing place.”December 2021
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Veg delcious kulcha Net +1
“Its a wonderful expeirence the hospitality gave by Mr.Nar prasad.We enjoy a Veg Delcious Kulcha.”
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“Its a wonderful expeirence the hospitality gave by Mr.Nar prasad.We enjoy a Veg Delcious Kulcha.”February 2026
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Cappuccino Net +2
“I ordered a cappuccino, and it was perfectly made—rich, smooth, and well-balanced.”
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“I ordered a cappuccino, and it was perfectly made—rich, smooth, and well-balanced.”January 2026
“I had amazing experience at cafe Kulcha King & Kulcha king restaurant. I really enjoyed the scrumptious Indian food & cappuccino with sandwich. Staff hospitality was top notch. Highly recommended 💕”January 2026
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Mango lassi Net +2
“Really good food and love the mango lassi. The waitress Cheryl was very nice. Good place to go.”
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“Really good food and love the mango lassi. The waitress Cheryl was very nice. Good place to go.”February 2026
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Iced coffee Net +1
“I was served by Jeewa and Naomi, good iced coffee, doesn't disappoint.”
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“I was served by Jeewa and Naomi, good iced coffee, doesn't disappoint.”March 2026
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Warm lemon ginger tea Net +1
“In particular, I liked that there were many Asian-style menus, and the warm lemon ginger tea went so well with the food( Grilled chicken with black paper)The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly”
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“In particular, I liked that there were many Asian-style menus, and the warm lemon ginger tea went so well with the food( Grilled chicken with black paper)The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly”March 2024
What to Avoid (1)
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Soya chaap Net −1
“The soya chaap was completely raw and inedible — clearly undercooked and unfit for consumption.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The soya chaap was completely raw and inedible — clearly undercooked and unfit for consumption.”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Start here. For a first order, try the chicken tikka kulcha; reviewers describe it as flavorful and satisfying.
Try breakfast. Consider breakfast if you want quick service and the refill offer mentioned for the 8am-11pm period.
Use the metro. Business Bay Metro Station is mentioned as nearby, making the restaurant practical for a stop without a car.
Check promotions. If you are visiting for the AED25 food offer, confirm the cutoff with staff first; one customer said the offer was refused late in the afternoon.
Try coffee. The café menu is worth considering for a standalone drink, with cappuccino and iced coffee both receiving specific praise.
Choose dining. Treat it as a casual eat-and-go stop rather than a meeting venue, since one review found the seating uncomfortable.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Prism - Happiness street
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Food safety
One order reportedly contained raw soya chaap and a stone in the chana, creating a serious food-safety concern.
Poor response
In that same complaint, the caller said the staff member could not act because the manager was away.
Cleanliness concern
A customer reported seeing a cockroach near the food table and disliked the hand-washing setup.
Value varies
One customer found the chole bhature expensive for what was served, while another described the food as reasonably priced.
Uncomfortable seating
A review found the tables and chairs uncomfortable and said the busy-looking setting was unsuitable for meetings.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
25aed
one item of food and salad
“I saw a banner here where you could get one item of food for 25aed and salad with it which was valid till 4pm but your restaurant staff who was from Nepal told me that we will not provide it at 3/40 it's too late anyway”Google review · April 2024
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The Bottom Line
Kulcha King is an Indian restaurant and café in Business Bay where the clearest draw is its stuffed kulchas. Customers describe them as fresh, crisp outside and full of filling, with chutneys and pickles adding extra flavour. The chicken tikka kulcha is a sensible first order, while aloo kulcha and chicken keema paratha also received specific praise.
There is more than bread on the menu. Reviews mention lamb and chicken biryani, nasi goreng, chicken curry, non-veg thali and mango lassi, so it can work for a fuller lunch as well as a quick bite. Breakfast has also been praised for quick service, and one review says the refill service between 8am and 11pm offers good value.
Coffee is another reason to drop in, with cappuccino and iced coffee both mentioned positively. The setting is generally described as clean, warm, casual and family friendly, with indoor and outdoor seating noted. It is close to Business Bay Metro Station.
That said, one older review raised serious concerns about raw soya chaap, a stone in chana and a cockroach near the food table; another found the seating uncomfortable and the chole bhature overpriced. Check any promotional offer before ordering, especially the AED25 food deal and its stated 4pm cutoff.
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