Fresh Manakish
Zaatar, cheese and akkawi manoushe are repeatedly praised, with one review calling the akkawi version overflowing with cheese.
Manoushe 'N' Bites
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Manoushe 'N' Bites is a Lebanese bakery-restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, known for fresh manakish, kaak and wraps. It suits a casual breakfast, takeaway snack or relaxed meal, with indoor and outdoor seating and even chess boards for diners who want to linger.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
231 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Lebanon Flavours
Customers describe the manoushe and kaak as authentic and nostalgic, including kaak compared with the version served in Lebanon.
Vegan Wrap
The beetroot-and-avocado vegan wrap is described as a delicious, reasonably priced on-the-go snack.
Breakfast Value
The breakfast combo includes eggs, halloumi, labneh, savoury bites, tea, bread and vegetables for a filling morning meal.
Casual Setting
There is cosy indoor and outdoor seating, while chess boards and other games give longer visits a distinctive, low-key activity.
What to Eat at Manoushe 'N' Bites 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 Manoushe 'N' Bites, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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.
These items at Manoushe 'N' Bites got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Manaesh Net +10
“Best quality manakeesh with no competition. Very fresh and really good quality ingredients.”
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“Best quality manakeesh with no competition. Very fresh and really good quality ingredients.”November 2023
“They offer a variety of selection of delicious manakeesh, kaak, and wraps, catering to a diverse range of tastes.”November 2023
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Kaak Net +4
“They offer a delectable selection of delicious manakish, kaak, and wraps, catering to a diverse range of tastes.”
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“They offer a delectable selection of delicious manakish, kaak, and wraps, catering to a diverse range of tastes.”November 2023
“They offer a variety of selection of delicious manakeesh, kaak, and wraps, catering to a diverse range of tastes.”November 2023
Honorable mentions (16)
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Akkawi cheese manoushe Net +1
“I liked their zataar and cheese manoushe and the akkawi cheese manoushe is overflowing with cheese. Real authentic lebanese manoushe.”
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“I liked their zataar and cheese manoushe and the akkawi cheese manoushe is overflowing with cheese. Real authentic lebanese manoushe.”September 2023
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Chicken curry samosa Net +1
“I also tried the new menu item "Chicken Curry Samosa" from Chef Bashar’s signature selection, and it was delicious, flavorful, and a great fusion touch. Definitely worth a visit!”
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“I also tried the new menu item "Chicken Curry Samosa" from Chef Bashar’s signature selection, and it was delicious, flavorful, and a great fusion touch. Definitely worth a visit!”January 2026
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Double cheese zaatar Net +1
“Double cheese zaatar is a must try Highly recommend it.”
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“Double cheese zaatar is a must try Highly recommend it.”September 2025
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Kafta wrap Net +1
“One of the best places to have a unique experience with their manakish, kaak and special wraps.. specially the soujuk manakish & kafta wrap they was amazing ..”
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“One of the best places to have a unique experience with their manakish, kaak and special wraps.. specially the soujuk manakish & kafta wrap they was amazing ..”January 2024
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Labne with zaatar Net +1
“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”
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“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”May 2024
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Lahme bel ajeen Net +1
“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”
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“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”May 2024
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Manoushe zaatar Net +1
“The Manoushe Zaatar was authentic and nostalgic, perfectly paired with their refreshing Haram Juice.”
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“The Manoushe Zaatar was authentic and nostalgic, perfectly paired with their refreshing Haram Juice.”January 2026
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Mnb special Net +1
“Amazing food, great ambience, top service. One of the best manakish in Dubai, the MNB special is a must try as well as all the pastries.”
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“Amazing food, great ambience, top service. One of the best manakish in Dubai, the MNB special is a must try as well as all the pastries.”December 2023
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Pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables Net +1
“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”
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“Best Manoshe in UAE. TOP 1 LABNE WITH ZAATAR. TOP 2 pineapple bonjus with zaatar and vegetables. TOP 3 Lahme bel Ajeen. TOP 4 Cheese. all mini bites are good. Brown Dough Bread available. Kind staff.”May 2024
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Soujuk manakish Net +1
“One of the best places to have a unique experience with their manakish, kaak and special wraps.. specially the soujuk manakish & kafta wrap they was amazing ..”
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“One of the best places to have a unique experience with their manakish, kaak and special wraps.. specially the soujuk manakish & kafta wrap they was amazing ..”January 2024
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Vegan wrap Net +1
“I just had an amazing vegan wrap! So tasty!! Like always, lebanese food never disappoints you! All the staff was so friendly! And the place so cosy! It' s a must stop in Dubai for a great snack among beautiful smiles!!”
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“I just had an amazing vegan wrap! So tasty!! Like always, lebanese food never disappoints you! All the staff was so friendly! And the place so cosy! It' s a must stop in Dubai for a great snack among beautiful smiles!!”April 2025
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Vegan wrap with beetroot and avocado Net +1
“Their vegan wrap with beetroot and avocado is delicious and the perfect sized on-the-go health snack at a reasonable price.”
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“Their vegan wrap with beetroot and avocado is delicious and the perfect sized on-the-go health snack at a reasonable price.”October 2025
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Wraps with tuna Net +1
“We had a super fresh wraps with tuna, delishious! You have a big variety of lebanese pastry like manakish and kaak, also desserts.”
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“We had a super fresh wraps with tuna, delishious! You have a big variety of lebanese pastry like manakish and kaak, also desserts.”January 2024
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Zaatar & labneh Net +1
“The zaatar & labneh (12 AED) were fresh and tasty.”
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“The zaatar & labneh (12 AED) were fresh and tasty.”February 2025
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Zaatar manaesh Net +1
“Zaatar Manaesh is so good with or without vegetables.”
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“Zaatar Manaesh is so good with or without vegetables.”September 2025
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Zataar and cheese manoushe Net +1
“I liked their zataar and cheese manoushe and the akkawi cheese manoushe is overflowing with cheese. Real authentic lebanese manoushe.”
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“I liked their zataar and cheese manoushe and the akkawi cheese manoushe is overflowing with cheese. Real authentic lebanese manoushe.”September 2023
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Haram juice Net +1
“The Manoushe Zaatar was authentic and nostalgic, perfectly paired with their refreshing Haram Juice.”
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“The Manoushe Zaatar was authentic and nostalgic, perfectly paired with their refreshing Haram Juice.”January 2026
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Lavazza coffee Net +1
“I would definitely recommend this place , lovely restaurant, food is very tasty and the staff is super friendly ❤️❤️ I also love Lavazza coffee ☕️ here , very nice place for food but coffee too 😇😇”
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“I would definitely recommend this place , lovely restaurant, food is very tasty and the staff is super friendly ❤️❤️ I also love Lavazza coffee ☕️ here , very nice place for food but coffee too 😇😇”July 2025
What to Avoid (3)
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Combo wrap Net −1
“I ordered combo wrap while the wrap was okay, the salad and soup were disappointing. Overall, the food fell below expectations and didn’t feel worth the price”
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“I ordered combo wrap while the wrap was okay, the salad and soup were disappointing. Overall, the food fell below expectations and didn’t feel worth the price”June 2025
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Fajita Net −1
“Absolutely disgusting, who does a fajita without any sauce or chicken marination”
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“Absolutely disgusting, who does a fajita without any sauce or chicken marination”April 2026
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Luqaimat Net −1
“I ordered Luqaimat as delivery for my daughter. The taste was so bad and not original. I was so disappointed. Not recommend.”
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“I ordered Luqaimat as delivery for my daughter. The taste was so bad and not original. I was so disappointed. Not recommend.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Zaatar. Start with the zaatar manoushe; one reviewer recommends it with or without vegetables, and calls double cheese zaatar a must-try.
Skip Tea. Consider coffee instead of hot tea: one reviewer disliked paying for boiled water and a tea packet.
Allow Time. For pickup, avoid tight schedules or busy periods; a customer reported waiting more than an hour for an order.
Ask Flexibly. If your timing is unusual, ask whether breakfast can still be served; one diner was allowed to order the breakfast set after breakfast hours.
Play Chess. Bring a friend for a longer visit: the restaurant has chess sets and other board games, with indoor tables and some outdoor seating.
Use Metro. The location is described as close to DMCC metro station and near Almas Tower, useful context when planning a visit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Cluster C
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:45 PM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Service
Several recent reviews report rude counter interactions, unprofessional phone handling and staff who were not welcoming.
Long Waits
A delivery-pickup review says the order took more than an hour and customers were asked to wait outside.
Weak Dishes
Some orders fell short: one fajita arrived without sauce or marination, while another manakish was described as mostly plain dough.
Poor Tea
One breakfast visit found the hot tea disappointing, describing it as boiled water with a tea packet and poor taste.
Delivery Quality
A delivery order of luqaimat was reported as tasting bad and not original.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
35 AED
breakfast combo
“The breakfast combo is a good deal with eggs, halloumi, labnhe, 2 pieces of salty bites, tea, a bread basket, and vegetable plater for 35 AED”Google review · February 2025
28 AED
plain Kaak & Zaatar Manaesh
“Prices are reasonable 28 AED for plain Kaak & Zaatar Manaesh”Google review · September 2025
12 AED
croissant combo
“Delicious coffee and a croissant combo for only 12 AED”Google review · June 2024
15aed each
tea
“we both ordered a tea, paid 15aed each for some boiled water and a tea packet which tasted HORRIBLE and ruined an otherwise nice breakfast”Google review · January 2025
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The Bottom Line
Manoushe 'N' Bites is a Lebanese bakery-restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers where breakfast, manakish and casual takeaway are the main draw. The most consistently useful orders are zaatar manoushe, kaak, wraps and small pastries. Reviews describe the food as fresh and authentic, with the kaak compared favourably with the version found in Lebanon.
For breakfast, the 35 AED combo includes eggs, halloumi, labneh, savoury bites, tea, a bread basket and vegetables. The beetroot-and-avocado vegan wrap is another practical choice for a lighter meal, while the Chicken Curry Samosa brings a modern fusion note. Indoor and outdoor seating make it workable for a quick stop or a longer chat; chess boards and other games are an unusual bonus.
Prices are generally described as reasonable, and the location is close to DMCC metro station and Almas Tower. Service, however, is uneven. Many diners praise the welcome, but several recent reviews mention rude interactions and waits of more than an hour for pickup.
Hot tea received particularly poor feedback, so coffee may be the safer drink choice. If you are collecting an order, leave extra time rather than arriving between meetings.