Buffet Value
Customers praised the 15 dhs buffet lunch for its broad mix of Kerala, North Indian and Chinese dishes.
Malik Restaurant
Port Saeed
Malik Restaurant is an Indian restaurant in Port Saeed, with a strong Kerala and South Indian focus alongside North Indian dishes. Reviews make it worth considering for Kerala meals, parotta and curries, or its notably low-priced buffet lunch, with family rooms and a party hall for gatherings.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
1,353 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Kerala Dishes
Kerala meals, banana-leaf meals, fried fish and fish curry are repeatedly singled out as strong choices.
Affordable Meals
One review reported a 48 AED bill for several mains, breads, tea and coffee, with generous portions overall.
Group Space
Family rooms, a party hall and a metro-themed dining section make the restaurant suitable for birthdays and group meals.
Breakfast
Reviewers found the Sunday Indian breakfast tasty and praised the breakfast options and tea.
Parking
Paid parking is available nearby, including RTA parking opposite the restaurant, although availability varies by time.
What to Eat at Malik Restaurant How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Malik Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Malik Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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15 Dhs buffet Net +3
“The highlight of this restaurant is their 15 dhs buffet lunch. I had many low priced buffets, but only Malik restaurant has a variety of items for this price which is much appreciated.”
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“The highlight of this restaurant is their 15 dhs buffet lunch. I had many low priced buffets, but only Malik restaurant has a variety of items for this price which is much appreciated.”January 2023
“15 Dhs buffet lunch near deira city centre.. You must visit if u r hungry in that area”June 2022
Honorable mentions (28)
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Perotta Net +1
“Very good food with reasonable price,Chicken chutty curry and parotta best combination you must have here”
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“Very good food with reasonable price,Chicken chutty curry and parotta best combination you must have here”October 2019
“We went in iftar time and had chicken dum biriyani, and porotta with chicken curry. Which tastey 👍”April 2023
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Biryani Net +1
“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”
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“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”August 2023
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Chicken charcoal Net +1
“Ordered chicken charcoal and shinwari chicken. Food was so on point although charcoal chicken was burnt a bit. Excellent food overall with very slow service.”
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“Ordered chicken charcoal and shinwari chicken. Food was so on point although charcoal chicken was burnt a bit. Excellent food overall with very slow service.”September 2023
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Chicken dum biriyani Net +1
“We went in iftar time and had chicken dum biriyani, and porotta with chicken curry. Which tastey 👍”
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“We went in iftar time and had chicken dum biriyani, and porotta with chicken curry. Which tastey 👍”April 2023
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Chicken gravy Net +1
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”
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“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”November 2025
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Chicken lollipops Net +1
“We thought we would not let it affect us, but the food was disappointing like the service. As the beef wasn't tasty and the rotis seemed stale. Two stars for the chicken lollipops that were delicious.”
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“We thought we would not let it affect us, but the food was disappointing like the service. As the beef wasn't tasty and the rotis seemed stale. Two stars for the chicken lollipops that were delicious.”December 2019
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Chicken tikka Net +1
“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”
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“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”October 2025
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Dal fry Net +1
“Their Dal Fry and Jeera rice were also excellent.”
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“Their Dal Fry and Jeera rice were also excellent.”November 2025
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Dal khicdi Net +1
“The next day i ordered dal khicdi via whatsapp that is also fabulous smells with butter and actual dal khichdi not the dal rice mix.”
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“The next day i ordered dal khicdi via whatsapp that is also fabulous smells with butter and actual dal khichdi not the dal rice mix.”February 2021
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Dal makhni Net +1
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”
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Review excerpts
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”November 2025
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Falooda Net +1
“Falooda is special recomendation, our attendant Mr.Siree was very dedicative person, and i have no regrets that i ordered his recomendations.”
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“Falooda is special recomendation, our attendant Mr.Siree was very dedicative person, and i have no regrets that i ordered his recomendations.”June 2019
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Fish curry Net +1
“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”
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“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”August 2023
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Fried fish Net +1
“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”
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“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”August 2023
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Garlic chilli prawns Net +1
“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”
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“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”October 2025
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Garlic fish Net +1
“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”
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“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”December 2025
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Ghee rice with beef curry Net +1
“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”
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“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”December 2025
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Jeera rice Net +1
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice. Their Dal Fry and Jeera rice were also excellent.”
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Review excerpts
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice. Their Dal Fry and Jeera rice were also excellent.”November 2025
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Masala dosa Net +1
“Had a "masala dosa" for breakfast and was greatful to taste it for the first time in their restaurant. The dosa is not spicy good for those who prefer a much lighter breakfast, tea was good as it is not too sweet and is served in a glass. 😍❤”
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“Had a "masala dosa" for breakfast and was greatful to taste it for the first time in their restaurant. The dosa is not spicy good for those who prefer a much lighter breakfast, tea was good as it is not too sweet and is served in a glass. 😍❤”February 2020
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Meals on banana leaves Net +1
“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”
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“If you are craving for kerala meals or curries this place will not disappoint you.. biryani, meals on banana leaves and fried fish spot on.. the fish curry served with the meal is also amazing .. must try”August 2023
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Nadan curry Net +1
“I also tried the traditional village-style 'Nadan Curry' with paratha, which was great.”
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“I also tried the traditional village-style 'Nadan Curry' with paratha, which was great.”November 2025
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North indian combo Net +1
“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”
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“The North Indian Combo was flavorful, with delicious Dal Makhni, chicken gravy, and Jeera rice.”November 2025
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North indian meal Net +1
“This is my edited review after my first visit I was disappointed by egg curry but I revisited to try their budget north indian meal 10 Aed, it was superb and the owner reply is truly correct they serve one of the best north indian food.”
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“This is my edited review after my first visit I was disappointed by egg curry but I revisited to try their budget north indian meal 10 Aed, it was superb and the owner reply is truly correct they serve one of the best north indian food.”February 2021
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Paratha Net +1
“I also tried the traditional village-style 'Nadan Curry' with paratha, which was great.”
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“I also tried the traditional village-style 'Nadan Curry' with paratha, which was great.”November 2025
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Shinwari chicken Net +1
“Ordered chicken charcoal and shinwari chicken. Food was so on point although charcoal chicken was burnt a bit. Excellent food overall with very slow service.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered chicken charcoal and shinwari chicken. Food was so on point although charcoal chicken was burnt a bit. Excellent food overall with very slow service.”September 2023
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Chicken curry Net 0
Mixed feedback
“We went in iftar time and had chicken dum biriyani, and porotta with chicken curry. Which tastey 👍”
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“We went in iftar time and had chicken dum biriyani, and porotta with chicken curry. Which tastey 👍”April 2023
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Beef biriyani Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”
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Chicken biriyani Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“we tried chicken biriyani and beef biriyani, it was average taste,Ghee rice with beef curry and Garlic Fish.biriyani and garlic fish was good.”
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Egg curry Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“This is my edited review after my first visit I was disappointed by egg curry but I revisited to try their budget north indian meal 10 Aed, it was superb and the owner reply is truly correct they serve one of the best north indian food.”
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Tea Net +3
“Tea was served to those who ordered it for FREE.”
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Review excerpts
“Tea was served to those who ordered it for FREE.”April 2021
“Very good .. great tea.. Nice options for breakfast. Mostly busy during lunch.”January 2026
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Fresh milk tea Net +1
“Must try their fresh milk tea from Chai Master Mr. Nadeem.”
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“Must try their fresh milk tea from Chai Master Mr. Nadeem.”November 2024
What to Avoid (5)
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Chicken 65 Net −1
“The prawns were okay, but the chicken lollipop they brought was burnt chicken 65.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The prawns were okay, but the chicken lollipop they brought was burnt chicken 65.”May 2026
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Chicken karahi Net −1
“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chilli Prawns were amazing — full of flavour and cooked perfectly. However, the Chicken Karahi (served on the bone) wasn’t quite as enjoyable for me.”October 2025
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Chicken lollipop Net −1
“We ordered dynamite prawns, chicken lollipop, mutton soup, and fish pollichathu— all ordered together but delivered in disarray. The prawns were okay, but the chicken lollipop they brought was burnt chicken 65.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We ordered dynamite prawns, chicken lollipop, mutton soup, and fish pollichathu— all ordered together but delivered in disarray. The prawns were okay, but the chicken lollipop they brought was burnt chicken 65.”May 2026
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Soup Net −1
“Budget friendly Menu... Food is tasty. Little more to improve. Soup usually very spicy... Nice staff behaviour...”
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“Budget friendly Menu... Food is tasty. Little more to improve. Soup usually very spicy... Nice staff behaviour...”December 2020
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Juice Net −1
“I went there on 6th April for Iftar buffet with my friends..and found fly / insects in their juice which you can find in the attached image.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I went there on 6th April for Iftar buffet with my friends..and found fly / insects in their juice which you can find in the attached image.”April 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Payment. If visiting for breakfast, ask about card acceptance first; one customer said morning card use was restricted without a notice.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for service, especially with a large order; a reviewer waited an hour despite repeated follow-ups.
Ask Guidance. Ask staff to explain the menu before ordering, since the mix of cuisines can be difficult to navigate.
Check Buffet. Confirm the current buffet terms and contents before an iftar visit, as reviews report sharply different experiences.
Plan Parking. Paid parking is nearby, but finding a space can be harder on working days during office hours.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Near Dnata, Next to Hyundai Showroom
Port Saeed - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:30 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 5:30 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 5:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews mention long waits; one group waited an hour and received dishes out of sequence.
Iftar Concerns
Iftar buffet feedback is inconsistent, including a complaint about insects in juice and another about limited fruit portions.
Payment Rules
A breakfast customer reported that card payment was refused in the morning without any visible notice.
Menu Clarity
The extensive mix of cuisines can be difficult to navigate, and one reviewer wanted better menu guidance from staff.
Inconsistent Cooking
Reviews include burnt chicken, an off-tasting soup and a butter naan that missed the mark.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
15 AED
iftar buffet
“They introduced buffet which costs only 15 AED”Google review · April 2021
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The Bottom Line
Malik Restaurant in Port Saeed is a long-running Indian restaurant with a noticeable Kerala and South Indian lean. It suits diners looking for Kerala meals, parotta with curry, biryani or an inexpensive buffet rather than a tightly focused single-cuisine menu. The 15 dhs buffet lunch is the standout value mentioned in older reviews, with dishes ranging from ghee rice and chicken curry to fish curry, thoran, parotta and payassam.
Specific orders that reviewers enjoyed include the North Indian Combo, Nadan Curry with paratha, Chicken Tikka, Garlic Chilli Prawns and masala dosa. Breakfast attracts local diners, and the fresh milk tea and lighter, not-too-sweet tea also get positive mentions. Family rooms, a party hall and a small metro-style dining area add useful options for birthdays and group meals.
The experience is not completely consistent. Some customers describe friendly service, clean surroundings and reasonable prices, while others report long waits, mixed-up orders, burnt food and difficult menu navigation. Iftar buffet reviews are especially uneven, including a complaint about insects in juice.
Ask about payment methods before a morning visit, confirm current buffet details, and allow extra time at busy periods. Paid parking is available nearby, but spaces may be harder to find during office hours.