Pani Puri
Pani puri is a standout, with reviewers praising its puris, ragda stuffing, and sweet-spicy water.
Mumbaikar's Oud Metha
Oud Metha
Mumbaikar's in Oud Metha is a small Mumbai-style Indian restaurant serving street-food favourites alongside broader Indian dishes. Reviews most often point visitors towards the pani puri and masala chai, while the cosy, nostalgic setting adds to the appeal.
Reputation Score
3.5
★★★★☆
570 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Nostalgic Setting
The small, cosy restaurant and Mumbai-themed wall paintings give some diners a taste of home street food.
Good Portions
Several reviews describe the portions as generous or good, especially for thalis and street-food orders.
Menu Variety
The menu covers Mumbai snacks as well as thali, chaat, and both vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices.
Puranpoli
Puranpoli is a favourite for at least one regular, though the usual curd accompaniment may not suit everyone.
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. Avoid tight schedules: several reviews mention delays, so visit off-peak or leave extra time for preparation.
Check AC. If visiting in summer, confirm the air conditioning is working before settling in.
Plan Parking. Parking nearby can be difficult, so allow extra time if you are driving to Oud Metha.
Mind Portions. Expect a small restaurant with limited seating rather than a spacious dining room; takeaway is worth considering when seats are full.
Check Orders. For delivery, inspect dishes on arrival: one customer received burnt, oily Kokis that were almost inedible.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Saleh Bin Lahej Building - Shop-9
Oud Metha, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Long Delays
Multiple diners report slow preparation and late orders, making it a risky choice when you are in a hurry.
Rude Service
Several reviews describe staff or management as rude, including poor treatment of customers and delivery riders.
Uneven Cooking
Food quality varies sharply: reviews mention dry vada pav, burnt puris, oily Maggi, and disappointing pav bhaji.
Limited Seating
This is a small venue with very limited seats, and one delivery rider found there was no indoor waiting space.
Cleanliness Concerns
One diner called for better hygiene and cleanliness, while another reported foul-smelling paneer curry in a thali.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
2AED
a can of coke
“Great little joint with authentic Indian food at very affordable prices (as a comparison, a can of coke is 2AED vs around 10-12AED at most other restaurants I visited)”Google review · April 2019
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The Bottom Line
Mumbaikar's in Oud Metha is a small Indian restaurant built around Mumbai-style street food, with wider Indian options in the mix. If you are choosing what to eat, pani puri and masala chai are the safest starting points: reviewers praise the pani puri’s ragda stuffing and sweet-spicy water, while the chai is described as hot and authentic. Vada pav, raj kachori, papdi chaat, thalis and puranpoli also appear in customer recommendations.
The appeal is partly the setting. It has limited seating, Mumbai-themed wall quotes and a cosy, nostalgic feel rather than a polished or spacious dining room. Portions and pricing are often described as reasonable, and the menu includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices.
One customer specifically reported paying 2AED for a can of Coke, though that is an older customer-reported example rather than a current price list. Consistency is the main caution. crazy good” to complaints about tasteless desserts, burnt puris, oily Maggi, dry vada pav and pav bhaji that tasted like curry.
Preparation delays and reports of rude service also recur. In summer, check that the AC is working, and if driving, allow time to find nearby parking. For delivery, inspect the food on arrival and avoid ordering when timing matters.