MAHEC Indian Aroma

MAHEC Indian Aroma

Al Garhoud

Indian restaurant Closed 04 702 2615

MAHEC Indian Aroma is an Indian restaurant in Al Garhoud, set within a hotel near the airport. Reviews point to a polished dining-room experience with dishes such as dal makhani and Nalli Biryani, plus outdoor seating for a more relaxed meal.

Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
907 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Indian dishes

Nalli Biryani and Nalli Nihari were praised for generous lamb shanks and outstanding flavour.

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Dal makhani

Dal makhani is repeatedly highlighted, with one guest praising its rich, creamy texture and deep flavour.

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What to Eat at MAHEC Indian Aroma

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

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  1. Avocado bhel Net +3
    “Mahec is one of the best Indian cuisine restaurant I ever had. The service was excellent, food was mouthwatering, avocado bhel was just amazing test .”
  2. Butter chicken Net +2
    “The food is fantastic. Recommend trying Butter chicken and Laal Maas.”
  3. Chilli milli Net +2
    “Great food and even better cocktails. I enjoyed the Chilli Milli cocktails .”
  4. Dal makhni Net +2
    “Amazing food... Has butter chicken, dal makhni n 1 paneer dish, butter chicken was amazingly outstanding, but dal makhni's texture, taste, quality was out of this world... It was so good.. the ambience was amazing too, light cozy good warmth type... We have outside sitting ... 10/10”
  5. Nali biryani Net +2
    “We had a Nali Biryani and Nali Nihari. Both dishes were outstanding.”
  6. Samosa Net +2
    “You need to taste the amazing plate of Samosa that is to die for. 🙏 Service excellent and we will be back already in April for sure.”
Honorable mentions (29)
  1. Acchari paneer Net +1
    “The Acchari Paneer was bursting with flavors, the Dal Makhani was rich and creamy, and the Vegetable Biryani was perfectly spiced—each dish was a treat to the taste buds.”
  2. Birthday cake Net +1
    “The highlight of the evening was when they surprised us with a beautifully decorated birthday cake that tasted absolutely divine.”
  3. Boondi Net +1
    “Desert made of Boondi is too good.”
  4. Chicken butter Net +1
    “I would recommend the samosa , chicken tikka and chicken butter .”
  5. Chicken tikka Net +1
    “I would recommend the samosa , chicken tikka and chicken butter .”
  6. Chicken tikka masala Net +1
    “For food, we had the kebab taco along with the chicken tikka masala and naan. Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and well made.”
  7. Chilled mango tapioca pudding Net +1
    “Each and every dish was unique in the taste . Loved Avocado bhell , grilled tofu , paneer asparagus roll and chilled mango Tapioca pudding”
  8. Chocolate brownie with the vanilla ice cream and walnuts Net +1
    “Everything else was fine, not perfect. Especially the chocolate brownie with the vanilla ice cream and walnuts.”
  9. Grilled tofu Net +1
    “Each and every dish was unique in the taste . Loved Avocado bhell , grilled tofu , paneer asparagus roll and chilled mango Tapioca pudding”
  10. Kebab taco Net +1
    “For food, we had the kebab taco along with the chicken tikka masala and naan. Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and well made.”
  11. Laal maas Net +1
    “The food is fantastic. Recommend trying Butter chicken and Laal Maas.”
  12. Lamb seekh kabab Net +1
    “Lamb Seekh Kabab and Murgh Hawa Mahal are really good for starters.”
  13. Lamb shanks Net +1
    “The lamb shanks were generous in size and it was delicious .”
  14. Mahec lime Net +1
    “The drinks were great too — we tried the Merry Berry and the Mahec Lime, both of which were refreshing and nicely recommended by the staff.”
  15. Mahec paradise mocktails Net +1
    “Out of Sunset and Mahec Paradise mocktails , the second one is worth ordering.”
  16. Masala fries Net +1
    “Masala fries were flavourful.”
  17. Merry berry Net +1
    “The drinks were great too — we tried the Merry Berry and the Mahec Lime, both of which were refreshing and nicely recommended by the staff.”
  18. Mixed berries kulfi Net +1
    “They served Shahi Tukda and Mixed Berries Kulfi! The detailing to that Kulfi making it look like a Cheese, with amazing taste, it's a hard to find. However their Shahi Tukda was never the less amazing, it was soft, not too sweet and one of a kind!”
  19. Murgh hawa mahal Net +1
    “Lamb Seekh Kabab and Murgh Hawa Mahal are really good for starters.”
  20. Naan Net +1
    “For food, we had the kebab taco along with the chicken tikka masala and naan. Everything tasted fresh, flavourful, and well made.”
  21. Nali nihari Net +1
    “We had a Nali Biryani and Nali Nihari. Both dishes were outstanding.”
  22. Paneer asparagus roll Net +1
    “Each and every dish was unique in the taste . Loved Avocado bhell , grilled tofu , paneer asparagus roll and chilled mango Tapioca pudding”
  23. Pathar gosht Net +1
    “Also Pathar gosht also nice for starters.”
  24. Roasted mutton Net +1
    “Last night, we ordered the roasted mutton at Indian Aroma Restaurant, and it was absolutely delicious. Chef YasIr prepared the meal with exceptional taste and perfection. Every bite was full of flavor, making it a dining experience that will be remembered for a long time.”
  25. Shahi tukda Net +1
    “They served Shahi Tukda and Mixed Berries Kulfi! The detailing to that Kulfi making it look like a Cheese, with amazing taste, it's a hard to find. However their Shahi Tukda was never the less amazing, it was soft, not too sweet and one of a kind!”
  26. Sikandri lamb chops Net +1
    “We were served with Starter Platter, which had Char Grilled Prawns, Chicken Mustard, Beetroot Tikki and my ultimate favorite, Sikandri Lamb Chops! Loved every bite and definitely the best Lamb Chops I've had till date!”
  27. Stuffed mushroom starter Net +1
    “+ Stuffed mushroom starter was good.”
  28. The avatar Net +1
    “The drinks here, the cocktails and mocktails are very refreshing, my favourite Cocktail was The Avatar, a wine based Cocktail infused with Indian spices, has that refreshing, spicy and delicious taste to it, when it comes to the Mocktail, I loved their Chilli Milli, it was sweet, spicy and lip-smacking!”
  29. Vegetable biryani Net +1
    “The Acchari Paneer was bursting with flavors, the Dal Makhani was rich and creamy, and the Vegetable Biryani was perfectly spiced—each dish was a treat to the taste buds.”
What to Avoid (2)

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  1. Mango cheesecake Net −1
    “I ordered a mango cheesecake and it did not look or taste like your ordinary cheesecake. Tasted more like a melted mango sorbet ice cream which was the size of a watch face with some chopped strawberries to the side.”
  2. Paneer makhni Net −1
    “- North Indian main course item, Paneer Makhni, we tried was not as good as expected.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Reserve weekends. Book ahead on weekends, when the restaurant can be crowded and advance reservations may unlock card discounts.

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Choose outdoors. Consider the outdoor tables in winter, especially if you smoke or prefer the greenery around the restaurant.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre - Airport Rd
Al Garhoud, Dubai
04 702 2615
Mon12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Price concerns

Some diners felt the bill was too high for food they considered below average.

Inconsistent mains

A review found the starters strong but said the mains, including non-vegetarian dishes, fell short.

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The Bottom Line

MAHEC Indian Aroma is a hotel-based Indian restaurant in Al Garhoud, near the airport, with a choice of an open-plan dining room or landscaped outdoor seating. It suits a relaxed dinner, date or celebration more than a quick, casual bite. Guests have mentioned birthday touches, live music and a setting that can feel closer to a lounge or sheesha venue than a traditional restaurant.

The menu has several clear standouts. Nalli Biryani and Nalli Nihari come with generously sized lamb shanks, while dal makhani is praised for its rich, creamy texture. Other repeatedly useful orders include butter chicken, samosa and Avocado Bhel Chaat.

Cocktails and mocktails are part of the experience too, with Chilli Milli, Avatar, Merry Berry and Mahec Lime all appearing in reviews. Service is often described as attentive and helpful, though the feedback is not uniform. One older visit reported slow delivery of accompaniments and starters, and several diners felt the pricing was high for the quality.

Book on weekends if you want a table, and ask about sports screenings before planning to watch a match. Families may appreciate the spacious outdoor area and room for children to walk around.

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