MAJLIS AL AFGHANI RESTAURANT

MAJLIS AL AFGHANI RESTAURANT

Deira

Restaurant Open now 0 508 473 005

Majlis Al Afghani Restaurant in Deira serves Afghan cuisine in a warm, welcoming setting. Reviews especially point to the Kabuli pulao and kebabs, with generous portions that work well for sharing and family meals.

Reputation Score
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327 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Authentic Flavours

Reviews praise the rich Afghan flavour of the Kabuli pulao, kebabs and traditional dishes.

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Generous Portions

Large servings make the rice dishes, grilled meats and family platters good choices for sharing.

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What to Eat at MAJLIS AL AFGHANI RESTAURANT

These items at MAJLIS AL AFGHANI RESTAURANT got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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  1. Kabuli pulao Net +4
    “The rice dishes were also amazing, especially the kabuli pulao, which had a nice balance of sweetness and spices.”
  2. Mixed grill Net +2
    “We had a delicious meal here, and the mixed grill in particular was incredible.”
Honorable mentions (22)
  1. Afghan pulao Net +1
    “Afghan Pulao and kebab mix taste really good.”
  2. Aqcha pulao Net +1
    “We ordered aqcha pulao and afghan special laban. I enjoyed the food so much 10/10 The mutton was well cooked and soft, the meat just comes of the bones. Kudos to the chef/cook. Great job. Also, the serving is good for 2-3 people.”
  3. Authentic afghani naan Net +1
    “We especially enjoyed the kababs, kheema, okra, fresh salads, and the authentic Afghani naan, all of which were full of rich flavor.”
  4. Bandi Net +1
    “I tried the Mandi and Bandi, and both were absolutely amazing.”
  5. Benglai Net +1
    “Their kabob, beans, and Benglai as we call it In Pashto is an absolute delight.”
  6. Chapli kabab pulao Net +1
    “It was during closing hours, still we were served with delicious food. Chapli Kabab Pulao and chicken kebab were really good.”
  7. Chapli kebab Net +1
    “Chapli kebab and the Mantu dumplings were impressive.”
  8. Chicken charcoal palou Net +1
    “Tried Mutton Tikka Palou and Chicken Charcoal Palou, and both dishes were absolutely outstanding, truly the best of the best! The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and cooked to perfection.”
  9. Chicken kebab Net +1
    “It was during closing hours, still we were served with delicious food. Chapli Kabab Pulao and chicken kebab were really good.”
  10. Corn soup Net +1
    “Thanks for the hospitality and amazing food specially Lentils, Corn Soup and th joucies.”
  11. Family platters Net +1
    “We had two family platters with Kebabs and rice. Everything on the plate was delicious.”
  12. Fresh naan Net +1
    “The kebabs were juicy and full of authentic flavor, the Kabuli pulao was perfectly cooked, and the fresh naan was outstanding.”
  13. Kebab mix Net +1
    “Afghan Pulao and kebab mix taste really good.”
  14. Kheema Net +1
    “We especially enjoyed the kababs, kheema, okra, fresh salads, and the authentic Afghani naan, all of which were full of rich flavor.”
  15. Lamb chops Net +1
    “The lamb chops were the highlight of our visit, perfectly cooked, flavorful, and highly recommended.”
  16. Lentils Net +1
    “Thanks for the hospitality and amazing food specially Lentils, Corn Soup and th joucies.”
  17. Mandi Net +1
    “I tried the Mandi and Bandi, and both were absolutely amazing.”
  18. Mantu dumplings Net +1
    “Chapli kebab and the Mantu dumplings were impressive.”
  19. Mutton tikka palou Net +1
    “Tried Mutton Tikka Palou and Chicken Charcoal Palou, and both dishes were absolutely outstanding, truly the best of the best! The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and cooked to perfection.”
  20. Okra Net +1
    “We especially enjoyed the kababs, kheema, okra, fresh salads, and the authentic Afghani naan, all of which were full of rich flavor.”
  21. Ramazan buffet Net +1
    “Clean environment nice taste friendly staff highly recommended specially in Ramazan buffet with Reasonable price”
  22. Rosh Net +1
    “The Rosh was truly delicious.Thank you Dr Zia for your incredible service and hospitality.”

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  1. Complimentary tea Net +1
    “The complimentary tea at the end was a thoughtful touch that completed the meal beautifully.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share Portions. Consider sharing rice and grilled dishes: one review says the generous portions were suitable for sharing.

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Time Dinner. For a quieter early meal, visit before the reported busy period of around 9–10pm.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Al Maktoum Rd
Al Muraqqabat - Deira, Dubai
0 508 473 005
Mon11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tue11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wed11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thu11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Fri11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Grilling Smell

One customer found the smell of grilling inside the dining hall strong enough to make the atmosphere less enjoyable.

Buffet Refills

One buffet visit reported that food was not refilled despite an assurance that fresh batches would be provided.

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The Bottom Line

Majlis Al Afghani Restaurant is a Deira choice for hearty Afghan food, especially if you want well-seasoned rice and grilled meat rather than a light meal. Customers mention Kabuli pulao, chapli kebab, lamb chops, mixed grills and Mantu dumplings, with portions often large enough to share. The food is the main draw.

Reviews describe the grilled meats as juicy and tender, while the Kabuli pulao is praised for balanced sweetness and spices. Fresh naan, complimentary salad and, in some visits, soup or tea add useful extras. One pulao review said the mutton was so soft it came away from the bone, and that serving fed two to three people.

The dining room is generally described as clean, calm, cosy and welcoming, with booth seating and the option of eating on a carpet. Service is usually called friendly and fast, and several customers brought family or friends. For a quieter dinner, an early visit may help, since one reviewer said the busy period was around 9–10pm.

There is one practical caution: a customer reported a strong indoor grilling smell. A separate buffet complaint described missing refills and a price dispute, so confirm buffet details before paying.

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