Kulfi variety
The menu stands out for its wide flavour choice, including malai, saffron, pista, fig, litchi and passion fruit.
Kulfilicious
Al Barsha
Kulfilicious in Al Barsha is a small, Bollywood-themed Indian ice cream shop built around creamy kulfi and chilled desserts. The Royal Kulfi Falooda and broad choice of flavours make it appealing for a desi dessert stop, though dine-in service and comfort can vary.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
1,158 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Royal falooda
Several customers specifically enjoyed the Royal Kulfi Falooda, describing its kulfi chunks as creamy rather than watery or icy.
Desi décor
Mumbai- and Bollywood-inspired décor includes milk-can lights, a rickshaw and an ice cream cycle, giving the small shop a nostalgic setting.
Family setting
Reviews describe it as a family-friendly place with a warm Indian atmosphere for dessert and late-night meet-ups.
Firm cubes
One regular visitor liked that the kulfi is served in cubes with a slightly firm texture.
Public parking
One review reports ample public parking, which is useful if you are driving for a quick dessert stop.
Tips for a Better Visit
Start simple. For a first visit, consider kulfi on its own rather than a falooda; one reviewer specifically advised eating the kulfi by itself.
Share portions. If you are tasting rather than having a full dessert, one review suggests medium kulfi for two and a small Royal Faluda for two.
Allow time. Build in extra time for orders, especially delivery, which one customer said took a minimum of an hour.
Check rabri. Ask what the rabri is like and whether it costs extra; a customer found the add-on poor quality and paid an additional 4dhs.
Use parking. If you are driving, a review reports ample public parking near the shop.
Try late. The shop has been used for late-night dessert visits, with one group arriving around midnight for a relaxed meet-up.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Asayel St
Al Barsha Second - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 1:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 1:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Royal Selection
The Royal Selection is mentioned as a family favourite, with flavours named Multan, Lahore, Golconda and Lucknow.
Stick kulfi
The stick format is popular with customers who prefer it to fruit-filled falooda.
DIY Falooda
The delivery-only kit includes components such as vermicelli, rose syrup, milk, jelly, basil seeds, pistachios and a kulfi slice.
Kul Koffee
The cool-coffee line gets a personal recommendation, especially the Irish and Toffee versions.
Common Concerns
Slow service
Multiple reviews report long waits, inattentive counter service and delivery orders taking at least an hour.
Smoking smell
Strong smoke or other unpleasant smells have spoiled the indoor experience for some visitors.
Uncomfortable seating
One customer found the seating uncomfortable because the shop had no air-conditioning and there was also a smell.
Mixed falooda
Falooda reviews are inconsistent: some liked the Royal version, while others found special versions colourful but not worthwhile.
Value concerns
Some customers felt portions or premium items were expensive, including a 36dhs order with extra-cost rabri.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
around 25 AED for each
special sultani falooda and Royal falooda
“Sorry to say but maybe my mistake, I went for a try on special sultani falooda and Royal falooda from this outlet, and spent around 25 AED for each”Google review · June 2024
extra 4dhs
Rabri
“I paid 36dhs and the description said optional Rabri for which I had to pay extra 4dhs”Google review · July 2024
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The Bottom Line
Kulfilicious in Al Barsha is aimed squarely at Indian dessert cravings, with kulfi served in different formats alongside falooda, chuski and shakes. The strongest recurring draw is the flavour range: customers mention malai, saffron, pista, fig, litchi, passion fruit and pan. The Royal Kulfi Falooda and Royal Selection also receive notably positive mentions.
The setting is part of the appeal. It is small, colourful and deliberately nostalgic, with Bollywood styling, milk-can lights, a rickshaw, an ice cream cycle and old Hindi songs. That makes it a pleasant family stop or late-night dessert hangout, and one review reports ample public parking.
A DIY Falooda kit has also been praised for arriving cold and well packed, though it is delivery-only rather than a dine-in option. There are important caveats. Service complaints include slow orders, staff prioritising delivery pickups and a delivery wait of at least an hour.
Indoor comfort is not guaranteed: reviews mention smoking or other smells and, on one visit, no air-conditioning. Falooda quality is uneven, with some customers loving the Royal version and others finding special versions attractive but underwhelming. For a first try, regular kulfi may be the safer choice; check add-ons such as rabri, which may cost extra.