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Bread and fatayer are baked to order or straight from the oven, with reviewers noting soft flatbread and crisp, fresh crusts.
Dubai Investment Park
Mama’esh is a Palestinian bakery-restaurant in Dubai Investment Park, known for oven-baked manakish and fatayer alongside home-style Levantine dishes. Reviews make it especially appealing for a relaxed breakfast, fresh bread from the oven, and a generous serving of kunafa.
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Bread and fatayer are baked to order or straight from the oven, with reviewers noting soft flatbread and crisp, fresh crusts.
The menu delivers recognisably Palestinian dishes, including lamb sajjeh, musakhan rolls, hummus and oven-baked pies.
Kunafa is repeatedly highlighted, including Nabulsi kunafa rolls and a dessert described as the star of the meal.
The interiors are described as cozy, homely and peaceful, with both indoor seating and an outdoor area.
The restaurant works for regular family meals and larger gatherings; one group of 16 was seated and served promptly.
Customers describe the prices as reasonable, with generous portions and free water mentioned in separate reviews.
These items at Mama'esh DIP Green Community West got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
“The lamb sajjeh and oven-baked Nabulsi Luanda rolls were absolutely amazing.”
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“The lamb sajjeh and oven-baked Nabulsi Luanda rolls were absolutely amazing.”July 2026
“For the main I ordered the lamb sayjjeyeh. It reminded me of a Mexican fajitas skillet. Mouth watering. The service was fantastic. I asked the waiter for advice on the main course, he was right about the lamb. Absolutely will dine there again.”May 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”July 2026
“They have rhe best fatayer you would ever have.”
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“They have rhe best fatayer you would ever have.”November 2025
“We devoured the hummus with pine nuts, freshly baked fatayer, and manakeesh - each bite was a flavor explosion! 🍴 The staff were super welcoming and accommodating, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.”October 2025
“Kunafa: The absolute star of the show. It was worth every single calorie, and the perfect sweet end to the meal.I would happily drive back to DIP just for another round of their Kunafa and Karak tea.”
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“Kunafa: The absolute star of the show. It was worth every single calorie, and the perfect sweet end to the meal.I would happily drive back to DIP just for another round of their Kunafa and Karak tea.”July 2026
“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”July 2026
“Palestinian Musakhan chicken roll- 500/10 the tangy.. Sweet... Cant distingush... Its tooo good.”
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“Palestinian Musakhan chicken roll- 500/10 the tangy.. Sweet... Cant distingush... Its tooo good.”April 2026
“The Palestinian Musakhan Chicken Rolls are a must-try, their crispy flatbread cradling perfectly cooked chicken and caramelized onions in a symphony of flavour.”December 2023
“The well-cooked hummus and chicken were all delicious, but the variety of oven-baked pies truly stood out.”
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“The well-cooked hummus and chicken were all delicious, but the variety of oven-baked pies truly stood out.”August 2024
“Chicken &Cheese Fatayer-9/10”
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“Chicken &Cheese Fatayer-9/10”April 2026
“For the adventurous eater, the Chicken Shawarma Fatayer takes this classic dish to new heights, leaving the regular Shawarma feeling positively ordinary.”
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“For the adventurous eater, the Chicken Shawarma Fatayer takes this classic dish to new heights, leaving the regular Shawarma feeling positively ordinary.”December 2023
“Chilli minced Meat Fatayer-11/10 a must try”
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“Chilli minced Meat Fatayer-11/10 a must try”April 2026
“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”
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“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”July 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“The cozy atmosphere made it a perfect spot to unwind after a busy day, I tried the Frykeh soup, which was a delightful surprise. The rich, hearty flavors and unique ingredients made it a memorable dish.”
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“The cozy atmosphere made it a perfect spot to unwind after a busy day, I tried the Frykeh soup, which was a delightful surprise. The rich, hearty flavors and unique ingredients made it a memorable dish.”August 2024
“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”
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“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”May 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“We devoured the hummus with pine nuts, freshly baked fatayer, and manakeesh - each bite was a flavor explosion! 🍴 The staff were super welcoming and accommodating, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.”
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“We devoured the hummus with pine nuts, freshly baked fatayer, and manakeesh - each bite was a flavor explosion! 🍴 The staff were super welcoming and accommodating, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.”October 2025
“The best Kunafah rolls that I’ve ever tried. The place is very beautiful and cozy. The staffs are super friendly and accomodating. Everything we picked out was delicious! Definately recommending if you’re in Dubai. I would go back for the food and try out everything else in the menu if I can.”
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“The best Kunafah rolls that I’ve ever tried. The place is very beautiful and cozy. The staffs are super friendly and accomodating. Everything we picked out was delicious! Definately recommending if you’re in Dubai. I would go back for the food and try out everything else in the menu if I can.”March 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“Salad is good along with their lentil soup, their menu is short and you can’t go wrong with the food if you enjoy the Palestinian food.”
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“Salad is good along with their lentil soup, their menu is short and you can’t go wrong with the food if you enjoy the Palestinian food.”June 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“We devoured the hummus with pine nuts, freshly baked fatayer, and manakeesh - each bite was a flavor explosion! 🍴 The staff were super welcoming and accommodating, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.”
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“We devoured the hummus with pine nuts, freshly baked fatayer, and manakeesh - each bite was a flavor explosion! 🍴 The staff were super welcoming and accommodating, making our dining experience even more enjoyable.”October 2025
“Mezze Platter: The perfect start to the meal. It comes with fresh flatbread that is baked completely to order. It arrives soft, fluffy, steaming hot, and is an absolute must-try.”
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“Mezze Platter: The perfect start to the meal. It comes with fresh flatbread that is baked completely to order. It arrives soft, fluffy, steaming hot, and is an absolute must-try.”July 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”
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“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”May 2026
“You can't go wrong with their awesome food, especially the musakkan rolls and breakfast platters. Highly recommend!”
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“You can't go wrong with their awesome food, especially the musakkan rolls and breakfast platters. Highly recommend!”May 2026
“The Nabulsi Cheese and Green Za'atar Fatayer are an explosion of deliciousness, the salty cheese and fragrant Za'atar creating a harmonious flavour dance.”
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“The Nabulsi Cheese and Green Za'atar Fatayer are an explosion of deliciousness, the salty cheese and fragrant Za'atar creating a harmonious flavour dance.”December 2023
“I tried the Lamb Sajjeyeh and the Oven Baked Nabulsi Kunafa Rolls, both of which were absolutely delicious. The portion sizes were generous for the price, and everything was served hot and fresh.”
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“I tried the Lamb Sajjeyeh and the Oven Baked Nabulsi Kunafa Rolls, both of which were absolutely delicious. The portion sizes were generous for the price, and everything was served hot and fresh.”December 2024
“Really enjoyed the food here! The Palestinian breakfast was delicious.”
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“Really enjoyed the food here! The Palestinian breakfast was delicious.”August 2025
“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”
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“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”July 2026
“Potato and Checken Tray-100/10 a treat for the taste buds”
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“Potato and Checken Tray-100/10 a treat for the taste buds”April 2026
“Qudsiya-8/10 the breads are so freshly baked and the hummus is authentic”
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“Qudsiya-8/10 the breads are so freshly baked and the hummus is authentic”April 2026
“Freshly baked bread white & brown right from the oven .. very authentic taste and arabic flavours .. Reasonable for the price.. unique in Dubai - doesn't charge for water 😉 Loved the Shawrma and the Hummus..”
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“Freshly baked bread white & brown right from the oven .. very authentic taste and arabic flavours .. Reasonable for the price.. unique in Dubai - doesn't charge for water 😉 Loved the Shawrma and the Hummus..”February 2026
“Fantastic. I ordered the small vine leaves as an appetizer, I should have got the large order. Great taste, the use of pomegranate seeds to add sweetness mixed extremely well.”
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“Fantastic. I ordered the small vine leaves as an appetizer, I should have got the large order. Great taste, the use of pomegranate seeds to add sweetness mixed extremely well.”May 2026
“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”
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“We ordered the hummus fatteh, makdous, mhammara, cheese fatayer, fresh za’atar man’oushi, spinach pie, and lahmi bi ajeen. Every dish was thoughtful, comforting, and full of flavor. Nothing missed.”February 2026
“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”
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“Everything is always incredibly fresh, organic, and full of authentic flavor. This time we tried the Palestinian Trail, Dukka Fatayer, Cheese Fatayer, Zaatar & Cheese Fatayer, two lattes, and a Kunafa and every single item was absolutely delicious.”July 2026
“Zaatar Jabali & Feta Fatayer: Perfect crisp, beautiful crust, and incredibly fresh, vibrant flavors.”
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“Zaatar Jabali & Feta Fatayer: Perfect crisp, beautiful crust, and incredibly fresh, vibrant flavors.”July 2026
“Cardamom Karak Tea: A nostalgic triumph. It is deeply comforting and instantly takes you back home.”
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“Cardamom Karak Tea: A nostalgic triumph. It is deeply comforting and instantly takes you back home.”July 2026
“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”
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“Best Palestinian cousine in Dubai! Lamb sajieh, hommus with meat, mixed cheese fatayer and pomegranate juice on top to call it a day after the gym)”May 2026
“Coming to the food, i tried the Kofta with Hummus and it was not bad, but I expected more from Mama'esh! It must be richer and, compared to the price, I found it not fair enough!”
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“Coming to the food, i tried the Kofta with Hummus and it was not bad, but I expected more from Mama'esh! It must be richer and, compared to the price, I found it not fair enough!”January 2025
“Their mankoushe cheese and zaatar is very oily Olive oil but still too oily can be better”
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“Their mankoushe cheese and zaatar is very oily Olive oil but still too oily can be better”September 2024
“For the adventurous eater, the Chicken Shawarma Fatayer takes this classic dish to new heights, leaving the regular Shawarma feeling positively ordinary.”
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“For the adventurous eater, the Chicken Shawarma Fatayer takes this classic dish to new heights, leaving the regular Shawarma feeling positively ordinary.”December 2023
Avoid rushes. Visit outside busy periods if possible: reviews mention slow service and a scattered brunch experience when the restaurant is crowded.
Try outdoors. The outdoor seating is especially attractive in cooler weather, making an evening visit or winter meal worth considering.
Plan parking. Allow extra time for parking because spaces outside can be limited, particularly if you are visiting at a busy time.
Order kunafa. Leave room for dessert: kunafa, particularly the Nabulsi rolls, is one of the clearest recurring recommendations in the reviews.
Check timing. During Ramadan iftar, confirm that soup and sides will arrive in the right sequence if breaking your fast at the restaurant.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 12:15 PM, 1:15 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Service is usually praised, but several reviews report slow or scattered attention, especially during busy Ramadan iftar service.
One customer found the air-conditioning and ceiling fans noisy and uncomfortably cold, even after asking staff to adjust them.
Parking is available outside, but another customer could not find a slot and had to park by the roadside.
The branch does not have its own toilet; a reviewer found the shared outdoor facility insufficiently clean.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
coffee (any kind)
“Most of the items in the menu cost up to 40 AED, water is free, and coffee (any kind) costs only 9 AED”Google review · January 2025
The Bottom Line
Mama’esh in Dubai Investment Park is a Palestinian bakery-restaurant where the main draw is fresh, comforting food rather than an elaborate menu. Breakfast is a strong choice: reviewers mention the Palestinian breakfast platter, fresh za’atar man’oushi and generous portions of vegetables, eggs, cheese and bread. For a fuller meal, lamb sajjeh and Palestinian Musakhan chicken rolls are among the most consistently praised dishes, while fatayer come with fillings such as cheese, za’atar and minced meat.
The baking is part of the experience. Flatbread can arrive soft and steaming straight from the oven, and the cozy Palestinian-inspired setting has both indoor and outdoor seating. Kunafa, especially the oven-baked Nabulsi rolls, is the dessert to save space for.
Coffee is reported at 9 AED, and one review says most menu items cost up to 40 AED; water is free according to customer reports. Service is often warm and quick, but it is not perfectly consistent. Ramadan iftar reviews describe long waits and dishes arriving in the wrong order, while another customer found service capacity stretched as the restaurant became busier.
Parking is right outside but limited, and the branch uses a shared outdoor toilet. If you can visit off-peak, Mama’esh looks well suited to family breakfasts, relaxed lunches and groups.