Kottu
The Dolphin Cheese Kottu is praised for its texture, seasoning and generous cheese; another regular calls Kothu Porotta superb.
Miamix Restaurant Satwa (Sri lankan Restaurant)
Bur Dubai
Miamix is a Sri Lankan restaurant in Bur Dubai with a menu that ranges from full meals to bakery snacks. Reviews especially point to its kottu, including the Dolphin Cheese Kottu, and its lamprais, while the separate family seating makes it workable for group dining.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
862 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Lamprais
Chicken Lamp Rice is described as nearly two portions for one price, with availability noted from Friday to Sunday evenings.
Bakery Snacks
The bakery is a useful stop for pastries, buns and short eats; one reviewer specifically recommends tea with a non-veg bun or pastry.
Family Seating
A separate ladies-and-families area is available, giving family groups a dedicated place to dine.
Sri Lankan Flavours
Set hoppers with chicken, beef, dhal and sambol reminded one diner of Sri Lanka, with egg hoppers and coconut sambol the standouts.
Fast Delivery
One delivery order arrived quickly, hot and well packed, with both kottu and mixed fried rice described as fresh and flavourful.
What to Eat at Miamix Restaurant Satwa (Sri lankan 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 Miamix Restaurant Satwa (Sri lankan Restaurant), 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Miamix Restaurant Satwa (Sri lankan Restaurant), ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Crab devil Net +2
“"Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine with bold, spicy flavors. The Crab Devil is a standout-rich, fiery, and incredibly delicious!”
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“"Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine with bold, spicy flavors. The Crab Devil is a standout-rich, fiery, and incredibly delicious!”January 2026
“I had an amazing experience at Miamix! The Devilled Crab was incredible—perfectly spicy and authentic—and the Pol Roti was fresh and delicious.”January 2026
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Nasi goreng Net +2
“We also tried kothu and nasi goreng which were tasty.”
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“We also tried kothu and nasi goreng which were tasty.”August 2021
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”July 2024
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Samosas Net +2
“Food really good especially Samosa and Authentic Sri Lankan tastes for a good price but customer service is not enough.”
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“Food really good especially Samosa and Authentic Sri Lankan tastes for a good price but customer service is not enough.”March 2023
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”July 2024
Honorable mentions (25)
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Babath Net +1
“The Babath was absolutely outstanding—rich, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It was definitely one of the highlights of our visit.”
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“The Babath was absolutely outstanding—rich, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It was definitely one of the highlights of our visit.”June 2026
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Beef kidu Net +1
“It was my first time ever in a Sri Lankan Restaurant , food was tasty . It tasted like Indians . We tried beef kidu . They give unlimited rice and also the staff was very friendly”
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“It was my first time ever in a Sri Lankan Restaurant , food was tasty . It tasted like Indians . We tried beef kidu . They give unlimited rice and also the staff was very friendly”March 2023
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Biryani Net +1
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”
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Review excerpts
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”July 2024
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Chess kottu Net +1
“Good service especially Mr Prakash, Must try chess kottu and crab 🦀”
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“Good service especially Mr Prakash, Must try chess kottu and crab 🦀”January 2026
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Chicken buns Net +1
“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”
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“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”August 2021
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Chicken curry Net +1
“Located in Satwa, Dubai, this Sri Lankan restaurant is a favorite among expats. With great service, tasty food, and affordable prices, it's perfect for creating memories with friends and family. I love their Roast Paan with Pol Sambol and chicken curry—a true taste of paradise. Highly recommended for a homely Sri Lankan dining experience in Dubai.”
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Review excerpts
“Located in Satwa, Dubai, this Sri Lankan restaurant is a favorite among expats. With great service, tasty food, and affordable prices, it's perfect for creating memories with friends and family. I love their Roast Paan with Pol Sambol and chicken curry—a true taste of paradise. Highly recommended for a homely Sri Lankan dining experience in Dubai.”March 2024
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Chicken lamp rice Net +1
“If you are new to Sri Lankan cuisine, start with the Chicken Lamp Rice from Mia Mix. One of the best in Dubai👌 👍 😍 but Lamp Rice will be available only on Friday to Sunday evenings.”
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“If you are new to Sri Lankan cuisine, start with the Chicken Lamp Rice from Mia Mix. One of the best in Dubai👌 👍 😍 but Lamp Rice will be available only on Friday to Sunday evenings.”November 2024
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Chopsuey rice Net +1
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”
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Review excerpts
“MIAMIX Sri Lankan Food Restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic and flavorful cuisine. During our visit, we enjoyed the chopsuey rice, biryani, nasi goreng, and samosas—all of which were incredibly delicious. Each dish was prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, capturing the true essence of Sri Lankan flavors.”July 2024
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Coconut sambol Net +1
“The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”
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“The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”July 2026
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Dolphin cheese kottu Net +1
“The Dolphin Cheese Kottu was top-notch. The texture, seasoning, and cheesy goodness came together perfectly, making it one of the best kottu dishes I've had.”
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“The Dolphin Cheese Kottu was top-notch. The texture, seasoning, and cheesy goodness came together perfectly, making it one of the best kottu dishes I've had.”June 2026
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Egg hoppers Net +1
“The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”
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“The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”July 2026
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Egg rolls Net +1
“The Egg Rolls and Fish Rolls were delicious, crispy, and packed with flavor. A great way to start the meal.”
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“The Egg Rolls and Fish Rolls were delicious, crispy, and packed with flavor. A great way to start the meal.”June 2026
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Fish rolls Net +1
“The Egg Rolls and Fish Rolls were delicious, crispy, and packed with flavor. A great way to start the meal.”
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“The Egg Rolls and Fish Rolls were delicious, crispy, and packed with flavor. A great way to start the meal.”June 2026
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Ghee rice Net +1
“Thursday, Fridays and Saturday’s they have special lunch, such as Kidu rice, Lumprice and Ghee rice.. I personally like the Ghee Rice served on Saturdays.”
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“Thursday, Fridays and Saturday’s they have special lunch, such as Kidu rice, Lumprice and Ghee rice.. I personally like the Ghee Rice served on Saturdays.”July 2021
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Kothu Net +1
“We also tried kothu and nasi goreng which were tasty.”
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“We also tried kothu and nasi goreng which were tasty.”August 2021
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Kothu porotta Net +1
“I have visited twice. My favourite food from Miamix is Kothu Porotta.. it's really superb food.”
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“I have visited twice. My favourite food from Miamix is Kothu Porotta.. it's really superb food.”February 2024
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Lump rice Net +1
“Lovely Sri Lankan food in Satwa area. Had tried multiple times and Lump Rice was my favorite dish ❤”
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“Lovely Sri Lankan food in Satwa area. Had tried multiple times and Lump Rice was my favorite dish ❤”December 2025
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Mixed fried rice Net +1
“😍 I ordered the **Kottu** and **Mixed Fried Rice**, and both were incredibly delicious, fresh, and full of flavor.”
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“😍 I ordered the **Kottu** and **Mixed Fried Rice**, and both were incredibly delicious, fresh, and full of flavor.”July 2026
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Pol roti Net +1
“I had an amazing experience at Miamix! The Devilled Crab was incredible—perfectly spicy and authentic—and the Pol Roti was fresh and delicious.”
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“I had an amazing experience at Miamix! The Devilled Crab was incredible—perfectly spicy and authentic—and the Pol Roti was fresh and delicious.”January 2026
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Roast paan with pol sambol Net +1
“Located in Satwa, Dubai, this Sri Lankan restaurant is a favorite among expats. With great service, tasty food, and affordable prices, it's perfect for creating memories with friends and family. I love their Roast Paan with Pol Sambol and chicken curry—a true taste of paradise. Highly recommended for a homely Sri Lankan dining experience in Dubai.”
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Review excerpts
“Located in Satwa, Dubai, this Sri Lankan restaurant is a favorite among expats. With great service, tasty food, and affordable prices, it's perfect for creating memories with friends and family. I love their Roast Paan with Pol Sambol and chicken curry—a true taste of paradise. Highly recommended for a homely Sri Lankan dining experience in Dubai.”March 2024
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Set hoppers meals with chicken Net +1
“We ordered the set hoppers meals with chicken and beef and also dhal and sambol. We enjoyed the food, it as reminiscent of Sri Lanka for sure. The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”
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“We ordered the set hoppers meals with chicken and beef and also dhal and sambol. We enjoyed the food, it as reminiscent of Sri Lanka for sure. The egg hoppers and Coconut sambol was my favourite.”July 2026
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String hopper chicken biriyani Net +1
“Ordered string hopper chicken biriyani and the taste was awesome..”
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“Ordered string hopper chicken biriyani and the taste was awesome..”June 2022
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String hopper set menu Net +1
“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”
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“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”August 2021
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Vegetable roti Net +1
“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”
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“Vegetable roti, chicken buns were good to start with, string hopper set menu was so nice.”August 2021
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Lamprais Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Since I couldn't satisfy my craving I came to Miamix today and had a lamprais for just 20 AED and let me tell you! It was DELICIOUS. I'm writing this while I'm still waiting for my bill.”
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“Since I couldn't satisfy my craving I came to Miamix today and had a lamprais for just 20 AED and let me tell you! It was DELICIOUS. I'm writing this while I'm still waiting for my bill.”December 2024
Drinks 3
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Anchor tea Net +1
“final touch of Anchor tea was also great......”
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“final touch of Anchor tea was also great......”June 2022
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Ginger beer soda Net +1
“Oh the ginger beer soda was also good!”
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“Oh the ginger beer soda was also good!”August 2021
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Special tea Net +1
“One of the finest snacks spot in dubai. If you have any long day, just go here and order the special tea and any non veg bun or pastries. Very cheap and tasty. Services is also very good”
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“One of the finest snacks spot in dubai. If you have any long day, just go here and order the special tea and any non veg bun or pastries. Very cheap and tasty. Services is also very good”June 2025
What to Avoid (11)
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Brinjol moju Net −1
“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”
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“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”December 2025
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Cassava fry Net −1
“The price does not match the quality of food or service. The mutton soup and cassava fry costing AED 25 is unreasonable considering the portion and quality.”
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“The price does not match the quality of food or service. The mutton soup and cassava fry costing AED 25 is unreasonable considering the portion and quality.”February 2026
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Cheese kottu mix Net −1
“I visited this place and ordered Cheese Kottu Mix, and it was absolutely awful. Before ordering, I clearly asked what meat items were included, and I was fine with everything except kottu and cheese. What I received was NOT kottu at all. The dish was completely blended like a paste, no proper texture, no visible cheese, and zero resemblance to real Sri Lankan kottu.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I visited this place and ordered Cheese Kottu Mix, and it was absolutely awful. Before ordering, I clearly asked what meat items were included, and I was fine with everything except kottu and cheese. What I received was NOT kottu at all. The dish was completely blended like a paste, no proper texture, no visible cheese, and zero resemblance to real Sri Lankan kottu.”February 2026
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Chicken devel Net −1
“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”
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“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”December 2025
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Chicken idiyappa kottu Net −1
“I pickup Chicken Idiyappa Kottu from your Satwa branch and it was honestly the worst dinner I’ve ever had. The idiyappa looked like wheat, totally dry and tasteless — I couldn’t even take a single proper bite.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I pickup Chicken Idiyappa Kottu from your Satwa branch and it was honestly the worst dinner I’ve ever had. The idiyappa looked like wheat, totally dry and tasteless — I couldn’t even take a single proper bite.”August 2025
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Chicken kottu Net −1
“But the worst happened is today I have ordered again a chicken kottu with pol roti.Then Again Kottu is fully spoiled I can’t eat it.”
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“But the worst happened is today I have ordered again a chicken kottu with pol roti.Then Again Kottu is fully spoiled I can’t eat it.”December 2025
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Fried chicken Net −1
“The worst place ever for ordering food. First ordered for a fried whole fish and fried chicken and it tastes like rubber With no flavor with old texture. Was really hard to chew on.”
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“The worst place ever for ordering food. First ordered for a fried whole fish and fried chicken and it tastes like rubber With no flavor with old texture. Was really hard to chew on.”June 2026
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Fried whole fish Net −1
“The worst place ever for ordering food. First ordered for a fried whole fish and fried chicken and it tastes like rubber With no flavor with old texture. Was really hard to chew on.”
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“The worst place ever for ordering food. First ordered for a fried whole fish and fried chicken and it tastes like rubber With no flavor with old texture. Was really hard to chew on.”June 2026
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Kottu roti Net −1
“For example, one kottu roti with a good amount of chicken in Satwa costs around AED 12 in Indian restaurants, but here it is AED 16. During Ramadan, kanji is sold for AED 10, whereas some other restaurants provide it free along with meals.”
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Critical review excerpts
“For example, one kottu roti with a good amount of chicken in Satwa costs around AED 12 in Indian restaurants, but here it is AED 16. During Ramadan, kanji is sold for AED 10, whereas some other restaurants provide it free along with meals.”February 2026
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Mutton soup Net −1
“The price does not match the quality of food or service. The mutton soup and cassava fry costing AED 25 is unreasonable considering the portion and quality.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The price does not match the quality of food or service. The mutton soup and cassava fry costing AED 25 is unreasonable considering the portion and quality.”February 2026
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Potato tempered Net −1
“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”
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Critical review excerpts
“All the food mixed with same one onion tempered for chicken devel/potato tempered and brinjol moju.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Weekend Lamprais. Ask for Chicken Lamp Rice on Friday, Saturday or Sunday evening; a reviewer says it is available then and nearly serves two portions.
Compare Prices. For delivery, compare the app total with dine-in pricing: one review says Noon or Smiles costs noticeably more.
Try Snacks. For a lighter visit, consider special tea with a non-veg bun or pastry; reviews describe the bakery items as inexpensive and tasty.
Family Area. If you are dining with family, ask for the separate family section; another diner also mentioned a loud overall atmosphere.
Parking. Paid parking is mentioned by a reviewer, useful to know if you are driving rather than ordering in.
Plan the visit
Practical details
30 Al Diyafah Street
Al Bada', Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 1:15 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 1:15 AM |
Common Concerns
Quality Swings
Reviews include repeated complaints of spoiled or rubbery food, including lamprais, chicken kottu and fried whole fish.
Service Issues
Some diners report unprofessional waiters, unhelpful online-order support and a difficult delivery handover.
Value Concerns
One reviewer felt the food was expensive for its portions, describing a beef dish with only six small pieces and many vegetables.
Loud Dining
A diner found the noise level too high for a relaxed family or couple's meal.
Food Temperature
One otherwise positive review said the food could have been served hotter.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
20 AED
lamprais
“Since I couldn't satisfy my craving I came to Miamix today and had a lamprais for just 20 AED and let me tell you!”Google review · December 2024
22aed
full meal
“spent about 22aed on a full meal”Google review · November 2024
AED 16
kottu roti
“For example, one kottu roti with a good amount of chicken in Satwa costs around AED 12 in Indian restaurants, but here it is AED 16”Google review · February 2026
AED 10
kanji
“During Ramadan, kanji is sold for AED 10, whereas some other restaurants provide it free along with meals”Google review · February 2026
AED 25
mutton soup and cassava fry
“The mutton soup and cassava fry costing AED 25 is unreasonable considering the portion and quality”Google review · February 2026
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The Bottom Line
Miamix is a Sri Lankan restaurant in Bur Dubai that suits diners looking for familiar island-style staples rather than a short, narrowly focused menu. Reviews repeatedly mention kottu, lamprais, curries and bakery snacks. The strongest dish-specific praise goes to the Dolphin Cheese Kottu, Devilled Crab, egg hoppers and coconut sambol.
The bakery makes the restaurant useful beyond a full meal: customers mention pastries, buns, rolls and short eats, while one reviewer recommends special tea with a non-veg bun or pastry. Chicken Lamp Rice is another practical find, but a review says it is available only on Friday to Sunday evenings. Separate family seating is mentioned, and paid parking is reported as available.
Service feedback is mixed. Several diners describe friendly, attentive staff, while others report poor online support, an unprofessional delivery handover or inattentive service. Food quality is similarly inconsistent: alongside fresh, hot deliveries are complaints about spoiled lamprais and kottu, rubbery fried items and small beef portions.
Check your order promptly, especially when using delivery. Prices can look reasonable when dining in, with one full meal reported at about AED 22, but app orders are said to cost more. If value matters, compare the delivery total with the restaurant price before ordering.