Tender mandi
Mandi comes with very soft meat, authentic-flavoured rice and portions reviewers found worth the price.
Makarem Restaurant
Al Barsha
Makarem Restaurant is a traditional Yemeni and Gulf-style restaurant in Al Barsha, known in reviews for mandi and haneeth. It suits diners looking for generous family meals, calm surroundings and an Arabic dining experience that can include floor seating in private or open rooms.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
1,093 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Haneeth choices
Haneeth shoulder and ribs are repeatedly praised for tender, well-cooked meat.
Family setting
Private partitions and family spaces make group meals more comfortable.
Calm atmosphere
One review describes the restaurant as quiet and easy to talk in, with clean, elegant surroundings.
Generous portions
Mandi servings are described as large enough for two people and good value for the quantity.
Hot Mulawah
Hot Mulawah bread is a standout accompaniment for diners who enjoy freshly served Yemeni bread.
Vegetarian option
A vegetarian diner enjoyed the lasa and Makarem vegetables, so the menu is not limited to meat dishes.
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask for sides. Ask for the yogurt chutney and onions when ordering; one diner specifically requested both with the meal.
Choose seating. For a more distinctive Arabic meal, ask about on-ground dining in either the open or closed rooms.
Check kunafa. Ask which kunafa is available before ordering: one visit found the cheese and cream version unavailable but received Lotus kunafa instead.
Try vegetables. Vegetarians can ask about the lasa and Makarem vegetables, which one diner found delicious.
Expect quiet. If conversation matters, a review describes the restaurant as quiet and easy to talk in.
Plan the visit
Practical details
شارع حصة،
Al Barsha Third - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Plate concern
One diner reported receiving a veggie plate that appeared partly eaten before it reached the table.
Madfoon miss
A delivery customer found the chicken madfoon average or below expectations, despite noting good quality and quantity.
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The Bottom Line
Makarem Restaurant in Al Barsha is a Yemeni-focused place for mandi, haneeth, madfoon and other traditional Gulf dishes. Reviews point to the mandi’s soft meat and flavourful rice, while haneeth shoulder and ribs are praised for tenderness. It is a useful choice for a substantial family meal rather than a quick, light bite.
The setting gets as much attention as the food. Customers describe it as calm, clean and comfortable, with private partitions that suit families and floor dining available in open or closed rooms. Portions are described as generous, including a mandi serving considered enough for two people.
Vegetarians are not left with only side dishes: one diner enjoyed the lasa and Makarem vegetables. For extras, ask about yogurt chutney and onions when ordering. Soup and tea have also been served as complimentary additions in past visits.
Dessert availability may vary; one older review found cheese and cream kunafa unavailable but enjoyed a Lotus kunafa offered instead. There is one service-related caution: a diner reported that a veggie plate appeared partly eaten when brought to the table, so check the dish before starting.