Lavang

Name: Lavang
Address: Claren tower - 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143233977

Downtown Dubai

Indian restaurant Closed 04 323 3977

Lavang is a fine-dining Indian restaurant in Downtown Dubai, combining traditional North Indian flavours with creative global touches. Reviews point to standout dishes such as Jalebi Chaat and Jackfruit Biryani, alongside an elegant setting suited to family meals, celebrations and special dinners.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

269 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fusion Menu

Creative dishes such as Jalebi Chaat and Saag Burrata give familiar Indian flavours an inventive twist.

Custom Orders

The kitchen can adjust spice levels and customise dishes, including a mild, creamy Butter Chicken Masala.

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What to Eat at Lavang

These items at Lavang got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 8

Jalebi chaat Net +14

“The highlight for me was the Jalebi Chaat…super crispy, perfectly spiced, and the yoghurt made it so refreshing. Such a standout dish.”
Charred bhutta Net +3

“I especially loved the Jalebi Chaat, Charred Bhutta and Achari fish Tikka — such creative takes on Indian classics!”
Gulab jamun mouse Net +3

“Authentic Indian food meets luxury! Very precise in their taste, and the quantities are lovely! Don’t forget to try their mutton korma and fish biryani in the main course, gulab jamun mousse for dessert!”
Paneer rogan josh Net +3

“The flavors of the varied dishes were absolutely on point! My favorite was charred bhutta in the starters and Paneer Rogan Josh in the mains. The portion sizes are a bit small; one can add variety. I would definitely recommend this one.”
Kala jamun Net +2

“The desserts were equally delightful — the laddoo and kala jamun were rich and authentic.”
Pani puri Net +2

“The Jalebi Chaat, Pani Puri, and Paneer Butter Masala were definite highlights, each offering a delightful blend of creativity and comfort.”
Rasmalai tiramisu Net +2

“The food is exceptionally delectable.. especially the paneer tikka, the jackfruit biryani and the rasmalai tiramisu… there is deliciousness in every bite.”
Saag burrata Net +2

“The Jalebi Chaat, Saag Burrata, and Jackfruit Biryani were absolute highlights—each one unique, beautifully balanced, and genuinely delicious.”

Honorable mentions (45)

Achari naan Net +1

“Goan Fish Curry & Achari Naan: The curry was very decent and authentic, and pairing it with the Achari Naan combo was a fantastic choice.”
Butter chicken masala Net +1

“A shout out to the Lavang team for being so accommodating - one of our guests can not really handle spicy food, whilst all our dishes were medium spicy, there wasn't any intolerable heat, nevertheless, he wanted something completely mild and creamy and the team were able to customise his Butter Chicken Masala to his taste buds - he could not stop raving about it.”
Chicken conoids Net +1

“The food was truly excellent — every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. Some must-try items are the butter chicken, paneer and chicken conoids, mixed pakoras, mains and the very unique jalebi chaat, which was absolutely delicious.”
Chicken dumplings Net +1

“We also had the chicken dumplings that we ate so quickly. Couldn’t capture them.”
Chicken tikka masala Net +1

“We really enjoyed the food at Lavang, Lamb Rogan Josh. chicken tikka masala and Palak Paneer were the highlights.”
Chicken tikka on grill Net +1

“Celebrated our anniversary with a fantastic dinner at Lavang. The aesthetics, staff and the food was all excellent, we ended up really enjoying their best seller Jalebi Chaat. The chicken Tikka on grill was very tender & flavourful. We ended up trying & loving their new menu items as well - mutton handi and rasmalai tiramisu, a unique & delicious dessert to top it off! Highly recommend Lavang!”
Chicken tikka trio Net +1

“Chicken tikka trio and soya chaap trio are in good portion for big groups.”
Chili garlic noodles Net +1

“Indo-Chinese options like vegetable Manchurian and chili garlic noodles added a modern twist to the traditional offerings.”
Daal makhani Net +1

“Brilliant meal at Lavang, a really great find! We were craving Indian food but also wanted something a little different and Lavang hit the spot. Great traditional dishes like daal makhani and biryani but also fusion dishes like paneer sliders and jalebi chaat (which I’ve never seen before) and it was all so so yummy. The staff were all lovely, very attentive and the owner also made a special effort to ask us how we found everything. Nice area too nearby the Burj Khalifa - highly recommend!”
Fish biryani Net +1

“Authentic Indian food meets luxury! Very precise in their taste, and the quantities are lovely! Don’t forget to try their mutton korma and fish biryani in the main course, gulab jamun mousse for dessert!”
Fish tikka Net +1

“The menu blends North and South Indian cuisines with creative twists at affordable prices. The space feels high-end yet warm, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Led by Diviya Kalra, who continues her family’s culinary legacy, the food is full of flavor and beautifully presented. Highlights for me were the fish tikka, mutton biryani, Jalebi Chaat, Quesadillas Mutton, and cheesecake. A place I’d gladly visit again.”
Galouti kababs Net +1

“Jalebi Chat and Galouti Kababs are highly recommended.”
Goan fish curry Net +1

“Goan Fish Curry & Achari Naan: The curry was very decent and authentic, and pairing it with the Achari Naan combo was a fantastic choice.”
Gulab jamun custard Net +1

“I recently had the pleasure to visit this gem in downtown Dubai. The food taste & presentation is top - notch and the interiors are regal. Recommended dishes - Mushroom Galouti, Jalebi Chaat, paneer rogan josh, soya chaap pasta & gulab jamun custard”
Jack fruit tacos Net +1

“We ordered a total of 5 main dishes with 2 bread baskets but couldnt help but dabble in that fusion menu again and topped up with some Soya Chaap Quesidillas and Jack fruit Tacos, both of which were mouth wateringly good!”
Jackfruit quesadilla Net +1

“The starters, especially the Jackfruit Quesadilla, were unique and flavorful, and the Biryani was perfectly cooked and very satisfying.”
Kale patta chaat Net +1

“We tried their Kale Patta Chaat, Chicken conaid, and Frozen Margarita, and everything was impressive.”
Kyle chaat Net +1

“Charred Bhutta, kyle chaat and aam panna drink was mind blowing.”
Laddoo Net +1

“The desserts were equally delightful — the laddoo and kala jamun were rich and authentic.”
Lamb rogan josh Net +1

“We really enjoyed the food at Lavang, Lamb Rogan Josh. chicken tikka masala and Palak Paneer were the highlights.”
Lotus tres leche cake Net +1

“Now lets get to the desserts, oh my, motichoor cheesecake (which was kindly given complimentary for the birthday boy), lotus tres leche cake, pistachio avocado Kulfi and Gulab Jamun mousse - the choice was too difficult for the entire table, so we had one of eaxh and every single dessert, was the perfect fusion of flavour profiles for a truly unforgettable taste.”
Moti choor cheesecake Net +1

“Must have desserts are Moti Choor Cheesecake, Gulab Jamun mouse.”
Motichoor cheesecake Net +1

“Now lets get to the desserts, oh my, motichoor cheesecake (which was kindly given complimentary for the birthday boy), lotus tres leche cake, pistachio avocado Kulfi and Gulab Jamun mousse - the choice was too difficult for the entire table, so we had one of eaxh and every single dessert, was the perfect fusion of flavour profiles for a truly unforgettable taste.”
Mushroom galouti Net +1

“I recently had the pleasure to visit this gem in downtown Dubai. The food taste & presentation is top - notch and the interiors are regal. Recommended dishes - Mushroom Galouti, Jalebi Chaat, paneer rogan josh, soya chaap pasta & gulab jamun custard”
Mushroom kabob Net +1

“Me and my friends had great time gorging on Paani puri, jalebi chaat ( something new for us) , spinach and beetroot salad , mushroom kabob, soya pasta, and rice and curry !! A treat not to be missed !!”
Mutton biryani Net +1

“The menu blends North and South Indian cuisines with creative twists at affordable prices. The space feels high-end yet warm, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Led by Diviya Kalra, who continues her family’s culinary legacy, the food is full of flavor and beautifully presented. Highlights for me were the fish tikka, mutton biryani, Jalebi Chaat, Quesadillas Mutton, and cheesecake. A place I’d gladly visit again.”
Mutton handi Net +1

“Celebrated our anniversary with a fantastic dinner at Lavang. The aesthetics, staff and the food was all excellent, we ended up really enjoying their best seller Jalebi Chaat. The chicken Tikka on grill was very tender & flavourful. We ended up trying & loving their new menu items as well - mutton handi and rasmalai tiramisu, a unique & delicious dessert to top it off! Highly recommend Lavang!”
Mutton korma Net +1

“Authentic Indian food meets luxury! Very precise in their taste, and the quantities are lovely! Don’t forget to try their mutton korma and fish biryani in the main course, gulab jamun mousse for dessert!”
Paan rasgulla Net +1

“Paan Rasgulla also tasted great.”
Pakoras Net +1

“We started with freshly prepared pakoras, sambousek, prawns, and kebabs, followed by lentil soup or chicken corn, complemented by dates and juices served tableside.”
Palak paneer Net +1

“We really enjoyed the food at Lavang, Lamb Rogan Josh. chicken tikka masala and Palak Paneer were the highlights.”
Paneer butter masala Net +1

“The Jalebi Chaat, Pani Puri, and Paneer Butter Masala were definite highlights, each offering a delightful blend of creativity and comfort.”
Paneer conoids Net +1

“The food was truly excellent — every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. Some must-try items are the butter chicken, paneer and chicken conoids, mixed pakoras, mains and the very unique jalebi chaat, which was absolutely delicious.”
Paneer masala Net +1

“Their menu has a lot of unique dishes I haven’t seen in other places – I tried the Jackfruit Biryani and the Paneer Masala – fresh ingredients, authentic taste and a good spice level!”
Paneer sliders Net +1

“Brilliant meal at Lavang, a really great find! We were craving Indian food but also wanted something a little different and Lavang hit the spot. Great traditional dishes like daal makhani and biryani but also fusion dishes like paneer sliders and jalebi chaat (which I’ve never seen before) and it was all so so yummy. The staff were all lovely, very attentive and the owner also made a special effort to ask us how we found everything. Nice area too nearby the Burj Khalifa - highly recommend!”
Paneer sliders with a crispy pattice Net +1

“Paneer Sliders with a crispy pattice was a nice deviant from the usual burger.”
Paneer tikka Net +1

“The food is exceptionally delectable.. especially the paneer tikka, the jackfruit biryani and the rasmalai tiramisu… there is deliciousness in every bite.”
Pistachio avocado kulfi Net +1

“Now lets get to the desserts, oh my, motichoor cheesecake (which was kindly given complimentary for the birthday boy), lotus tres leche cake, pistachio avocado Kulfi and Gulab Jamun mousse - the choice was too difficult for the entire table, so we had one of eaxh and every single dessert, was the perfect fusion of flavour profiles for a truly unforgettable taste.”
Potato and kale chaat Net +1

“We went veg for the appetisers and order 5 dishes between 7 of us which was perfect almost like a Tapas style so we all got to try a bit of everything. The waiters were incredibly helpful in dishing these out to ensure everyone got a decent amount of food. I highly recommend the Saag Burrata and the Potato and Kale chaat!”
Quesadillas mutton Net +1

“The menu blends North and South Indian cuisines with creative twists at affordable prices. The space feels high-end yet warm, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Led by Diviya Kalra, who continues her family’s culinary legacy, the food is full of flavor and beautifully presented. Highlights for me were the fish tikka, mutton biryani, Jalebi Chaat, Quesadillas Mutton, and cheesecake. A place I’d gladly visit again.”
Soya chaap pasta Net +1

“I recently had the pleasure to visit this gem in downtown Dubai. The food taste & presentation is top - notch and the interiors are regal. Recommended dishes - Mushroom Galouti, Jalebi Chaat, paneer rogan josh, soya chaap pasta & gulab jamun custard”
Soya chaap quesidillas Net +1

“We ordered a total of 5 main dishes with 2 bread baskets but couldnt help but dabble in that fusion menu again and topped up with some Soya Chaap Quesidillas and Jack fruit Tacos, both of which were mouth wateringly good!”
Soya chaap trio Net +1

“Chicken tikka trio and soya chaap trio are in good portion for big groups.”
Spinach and beetroot salad Net +1

“Me and my friends had great time gorging on Paani puri, jalebi chaat ( something new for us) , spinach and beetroot salad , mushroom kabob, soya pasta, and rice and curry !! A treat not to be missed !!”
Vegetable manchurian Net +1

“Indo-Chinese options like vegetable Manchurian and chili garlic noodles added a modern twist to the traditional offerings.”

Drinks 2

Aam panna drink Net +1

“Charred Bhutta, kyle chaat and aam panna drink was mind blowing.”
Frozen margarita Net +1

“We tried their Kale Patta Chaat, Chicken conaid, and Frozen Margarita, and everything was impressive.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share Starters. For a group, consider sharing several appetisers: five vegetarian dishes between seven diners worked tapas-style.

Request Spice. Ask the team to tailor the heat; one diner received a completely mild, creamy version of Butter Chicken Masala.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Claren tower - 1 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai

04 323 3977

Mon	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun	1:00 PM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Small Portions

One reviewer found the portion sizes a bit small, so ordering several dishes may suit diners who want variety.

Quiet Atmosphere

One group felt the dining room could use light music, which may matter if you prefer a livelier atmosphere.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

130 AED per person

Iftar buffet

“They also have an Iftar buffet at a reasonable 130 AED per person with great veg and non veg option but we were too tempted by the fusion options so decided to go Al la carte”

Google review · February 2026

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The Bottom Line

Lavang is a fine-dining Indian restaurant in Downtown Dubai for diners who want traditional flavours presented with a modern, global twist. The menu gives you room to mix familiar dishes with more inventive plates: Jalebi Chaat, Jackfruit Biryani, Saag Burrata and Paneer Rogan Josh are among the recurring recommendations in the reviews. The restaurant works well for celebrations and group meals.

A birthday party of 24 had separate seating and its own decoration, while another group found the Chicken Tikka Trio and Soya Chaap Trio well portioned for sharing. Families are catered for too, with reviews mentioning options for children and a fusion menu that suited adults and kids. Service is repeatedly described as warm and attentive, with staff explaining dishes and accommodating requests.

Spice levels can be adjusted, including a completely mild and creamy Butter Chicken Masala for one diner. Valet parking is available, and the outdoor terrace has views towards the skyline, palm trees and Burj Khalifa. One reviewer found portions a little small, so sharing several dishes is sensible if you want variety.

For Ramadan visits, a reviewed Iftar buffet was priced at 130 AED per person.