MyGovinda's

MyGovinda's

Dubai Silicon Oasis

My Govinda’s is a pure vegetarian Indian restaurant in Dubai Silicon Oasis, with a strong focus on Satvik dishes prepared without onion or garlic. Reviews point to the lunch thali and natural ice creams as notable draws, while the calm Krishna-themed setting also includes a sweets and snacks counter.

Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
668 ratings
5★
60%
4★
18%
3★
6%
2★
3%
1★
13%

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The Good Stuff

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Satvik menu

The vegetarian menu avoids onion and garlic, making it suitable for Satvik and Jain diners.

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Lunch thali

The special thali is praised for fresh, hot, flavorful items and good value.

Let's go!

What to Eat at MyGovinda's

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of MyGovinda's, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 9

  1. Rabdi Net +3
    “Wide range of variety in the menu And rabri + radmalai is to die for! The service and staff was very helpful which is icing on the beautiful cake !”
  2. Brocolli soup Net +2
    “The service was OK. We got the ordered dishes on time. Had 2 curries, brocoli soup, Hyderabad biriyani and roti basket. Except roti basket, rest was good.”
  3. Govindas special biryani Net +2
    “We also tried the Govindas special biryani and I must say the quality and quantity was just superb.”
  4. Gulkand ice cream Net +2
    “They had gulkand ice cream made from roses... It tasted amazing... If you are here, do try it for sure... The ice cream was too appealing, we couldn't wait to click a picture...”
  5. Himalayan kofta Net +2
    “Exotic Govinda’s himalaya kofta has a medley of fresh mixed vegetable dumplings, tomato gravy and indian spices in a creamy gravy.”
  6. Kaju katli Net +2
    “Fourth, I LOVE their kaju katli and laddoos, they are so clean and delicious and so very tasty and flavorful!”
  7. Kulhad biryani Net +2
    “My recommendations are the chaat, the kulhad biryani and kulhad pasta.”
  8. Kulhad pasta Net +2
    “The **kulhad biryani** and **kulhad pasta** were particularly outstanding, blending traditional and modern flavors perfectly.”
  9. Pani puri Net +2
    “We did like Dhokhla, Hara bara kebab, Chole Bhature, Pani puri and Vada Pav.”
Honorable mentions (52)
  1. Ajeer Net +1
    “Also, the best best best ice cream I ever had is at Govinda's, their must-try are Ajeer, Vegan Mango, Sugar Free Dates, Litchi Mango, Blueberry, but seriously I can't choose. What do I want to have more? Probably more option of lactose-free/vegan ice cream!”
  2. Aloo bhindi Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi”
  3. Angoor petha Net +1
    “Today I had one plate idly n Jain sambhar which was tasty n angoor petha which was also juicy n perfect in taste n texture.”
  4. Blueberry Net +1
    “Also, the best best best ice cream I ever had is at Govinda's, their must-try are Ajeer, Vegan Mango, Sugar Free Dates, Litchi Mango, Blueberry, but seriously I can't choose. What do I want to have more? Probably more option of lactose-free/vegan ice cream!”
  5. Butter kulcha Net +1
    “Butter Kulcha is the multi layered Indian whole wheat bread. It was served fresh, crispy and flaky.”
  6. Chilly paneer Net +1
    “We had crispy vegetables, chilly paneer, dum aloo stuffed, paneer kohlapuri and Dal makhni. Everything was yummy.”
  7. Coconut breezer Net +1
    “Coconut Breezer and Govinda' s paradise - Not only were these drinks refreshing, they were super delicious too. Highly recommended mocktails.”
  8. Crispy vegetables Net +1
    “We had crispy vegetables, chilly paneer, dum aloo stuffed, paneer kohlapuri and Dal makhni. Everything was yummy.”
  9. Daal tadka Net +1
    “In Mains We tried the daal tadka, himalayan kofta and sabzi makhanwala with lacha parantha and mataji parantha. Everything was lipsmacking amazing.”
  10. Dabi puri Net +1
    “Ve has paneer tikka , Dabi Puri, icecream every think is just perfect”
  11. Dahi bhallas Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas”
  12. Dahi puri Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri”
  13. Dal makhani Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi Dal Makhani”
  14. Dal makhni Net +1
    “We had crispy vegetables, chilly paneer, dum aloo stuffed, paneer kohlapuri and Dal makhni. Everything was yummy.”
  15. Dhokhla Net +1
    “We did like Dhokhla, Hara bara kebab, Chole Bhature, Pani puri and Vada Pav.”
  16. Dum aloo stuffed Net +1
    “We had crispy vegetables, chilly paneer, dum aloo stuffed, paneer kohlapuri and Dal makhni. Everything was yummy.”
  17. Five spiced broccoli tikki Net +1
    “Five spiced Broccoli Tikki from their Oil-free range. It has broccoli with cottage cheese marinated with five spice powder and comes along with a sweet chilli dip.”
  18. Govinda delight Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi Dal Makhani Tandoori Platter Paneer Sandwich Masala Aam Russ drink Govinda Delight”
  19. Govinda' s paradise Net +1
    “Coconut Breezer and Govinda' s paradise - Not only were these drinks refreshing, they were super delicious too. Highly recommended mocktails.”
  20. Hara bara kebab Net +1
    “We did like Dhokhla, Hara bara kebab, Chole Bhature, Pani puri and Vada Pav.”
  21. Hyderabad biriyani Net +1
    “The service was OK. We got the ordered dishes on time. Had 2 curries, brocoli soup, Hyderabad biriyani and roti basket. Except roti basket, rest was good.”
  22. Ice-cream Net +1
    “Ice-cream is a must try.”
  23. Idly Net +1
    “Today I had one plate idly n Jain sambhar which was tasty n angoor petha which was also juicy n perfect in taste n texture.”
  24. Jain sambhar Net +1
    “Today I had one plate idly n Jain sambhar which was tasty n angoor petha which was also juicy n perfect in taste n texture.”
  25. Lacha parantha Net +1
    “In Mains We tried the daal tadka, himalayan kofta and sabzi makhanwala with lacha parantha and mataji parantha. Everything was lipsmacking amazing.”
  26. Lachha paratha Net +1
    “All dishes are bland. Their rotis are amazing, we ordered Lachha paratha.”
  27. Litchi mango Net +1
    “Also, the best best best ice cream I ever had is at Govinda's, their must-try are Ajeer, Vegan Mango, Sugar Free Dates, Litchi Mango, Blueberry, but seriously I can't choose. What do I want to have more? Probably more option of lactose-free/vegan ice cream!”
  28. Mataji parantha Net +1
    “In Mains We tried the daal tadka, himalayan kofta and sabzi makhanwala with lacha parantha and mataji parantha. Everything was lipsmacking amazing.”
  29. Mexican baby corn and avacado salad Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad”
  30. Mirchi paratha Net +1
    “On a positive note, the Paneer Kadai and Mirchi Paratha were good, but nothing extraordinary.”
  31. Navratri thali Net +1
    “Small place , food quality had been disastrous , Manchurian had a bad smell special platter had no flavor. Jaljeera had more salt than anything. Soup was tasteless . Can’t imagine this is the same restaurant that used to boast of themselves as a fine dining restaurant. Extremely disappointing! Navratri thali was only edible”
  32. Paneer kadai Net +1
    “On a positive note, the Paneer Kadai and Mirchi Paratha were good, but nothing extraordinary.”
  33. Paneer kohlapuri Net +1
    “We had crispy vegetables, chilly paneer, dum aloo stuffed, paneer kohlapuri and Dal makhni. Everything was yummy.”
  34. Paneer sandwich masala Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi Dal Makhani Tandoori Platter Paneer Sandwich Masala”
  35. Paneer tikka Net +1
    “Ve has paneer tikka , Dabi Puri, icecream every think is just perfect”
  36. Pani puri shooter Net +1
    “Pani Puri Shooter - It has the traditional mint and coriander shooter with tamarind, potato and ginger. What you get is a burst of flavors in your mouth.”
  37. Radmalai Net +1
    “Wide range of variety in the menu And rabri + radmalai is to die for! The service and staff was very helpful which is icing on the beautiful cake !”
  38. Rasmalai Net +1
    “Rasmalai is a popular dessert where milk cake is immersed in sweetened milk, almonds and pistachios. It was rich, creamy and lip smackingly delicious.”
  39. Sabzi makhanwala Net +1
    “In Mains We tried the daal tadka, himalayan kofta and sabzi makhanwala with lacha parantha and mataji parantha. Everything was lipsmacking amazing.”
  40. Samosa Net +1
    “Samosa and chutney are good”
  41. Soya chaap Net +1
    “The soya chaap was a standout, featuring tender, flavorful pieces that were perfectly spiced.”
  42. Sugar free dates Net +1
    “Also, the best best best ice cream I ever had is at Govinda's, their must-try are Ajeer, Vegan Mango, Sugar Free Dates, Litchi Mango, Blueberry, but seriously I can't choose. What do I want to have more? Probably more option of lactose-free/vegan ice cream!”
  43. Vada pav Net +1
    “We did like Dhokhla, Hara bara kebab, Chole Bhature, Pani puri and Vada Pav.”
  44. Veg manchurian Net +1
    “The veg Manchurian was a triumph as well, with its crispy exterior and flavorful, tangy sauce.”
  45. Veg platter Net +1
    “In starters we had brocolli soup which was one of the best ive ever tried with veg platter.”
  46. Vegan mango Net +1
    “Also, the best best best ice cream I ever had is at Govinda's, their must-try are Ajeer, Vegan Mango, Sugar Free Dates, Litchi Mango, Blueberry, but seriously I can't choose. What do I want to have more? Probably more option of lactose-free/vegan ice cream!”
  47. Vegetable hakka noodles Net +1
    “Complementing this were the vegetable Hakka noodles, which were cooked to perfection—each noodle was seasoned well and combined beautifully with a medley of vegetables.”
  48. Vegetable quinoa biryani Net +1
    “The vegetable quinoa biryani was, without a doubt, out of this world—each bite offered a perfect harmony of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, making it a memorable dish.”
  49. Watermelon and avacado salad Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad”
  50. Chole bhattura Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “We did like Dhokhla, Hara bara kebab, Chole Bhature, Pani puri and Vada Pav.”
  51. Motichur laddu Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “Ordered online from talabat. Kaju katli and motichoor ke laddu. Both are extremely good taste. Packing box is of good quality.”
  52. Bombay sandwich Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Bombay sandwich was normal and chole bhattura felt a bit thicker than usual.”

Drinks 5

  1. Aam russ drink Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi Dal Makhani Tandoori Platter Paneer Sandwich Masala Aam Russ drink”
  2. Lemon mint mojito Net +1
    “Not to forget about the refreshing Lemon Mint mojito which was again awesome.”
  3. Masala chai Net +1
    “Had tea- Masala chai and more ginger mixed tea, I liked it however others says ginger is added more.”
  4. Water melon Net +1
    “I have ordered the following food and believe me every items was amazing and delicious. Watermelon and Avacado salad Mexican Baby corn and Avacado Salad Dahi puri Pani Puri Dahi bhallas Aloo Bhindi Dal Makhani Tandoori Platter Paneer Sandwich Masala Aam Russ drink Govinda Delight Water melon”
  5. More ginger mixed tea Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Had tea- Masala chai and more ginger mixed tea, I liked it however others says ginger is added more.”
What to Avoid (11)

Food 10

  1. Cheese kabab Net −1
    “Didn't like that one dish, especially the cheese kabab.”
  2. Dosa Net −1
    “They don’t know to make any kind of dosa. It was served cold. The quantity of dosa for the price was very less.”
  3. Jaljeera Net −1
    “Small place , food quality had been disastrous , Manchurian had a bad smell special platter had no flavor. Jaljeera had more salt than anything. Soup was tasteless . Can’t imagine this is the same restaurant that used to boast of themselves as a fine dining restaurant. Extremely disappointing! Navratri thali was only edible”
  4. Manchurian Net −1
    “Small place , food quality had been disastrous , Manchurian had a bad smell special platter had no flavor. Jaljeera had more salt than anything. Soup was tasteless . Can’t imagine this is the same restaurant that used to boast of themselves as a fine dining restaurant. Extremely disappointing! Navratri thali was only edible”
  5. Mango puri Net −1
    “One particular letdown was the Mango Puri. They served a tiny amount of mango juice—barely 100ml—and three small puris. Considering the high price, it felt like we were served a child’s portion for the cost of 3kg of mangoes.”
  6. Panipuri shots Net −1
    “We had one meals and panipuri shots . For the puri pani was so much they can reduce the quantity of pani and the price according to that.”
  7. Roti basket Net −1
    “The service was OK. We got the ordered dishes on time. Had 2 curries, brocoli soup, Hyderabad biriyani and roti basket. Except roti basket, rest was good.”
  8. Special platter Net −1
    “Small place , food quality had been disastrous , Manchurian had a bad smell special platter had no flavor. Jaljeera had more salt than anything. Soup was tasteless . Can’t imagine this is the same restaurant that used to boast of themselves as a fine dining restaurant. Extremely disappointing! Navratri thali was only edible”
  9. Trufruit ice cream Net −1
    “Trufruit ice cream was a turn off. Didn't feel fresh.”
  10. Pav bhaji Net −3
    “Pav bhaji was served without onion & lemon. I don’t know why !!”

Drinks 1

  1. Matka chai Net −1
    “In Pav bhaji the Pav was bit hard and the Matka chai they served was luke warm and upon being highligted they served hot chai.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Use free parking. Check the rear of the building for free parking, though dedicated restaurant spaces are limited.

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Check delivery. For online sweets orders, count the pieces as soon as they arrive and compare them with the order.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Shop no.4, Al Hathboor Residence Building Opposite Silicon Oasis Mall
Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai
Mon8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Tue8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Wed8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Thu8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun8:30 AM – 11:30 PM
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Common Concerns

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Slow service

Thali accompaniments were delayed, including a second roti and rice that had to be requested.

Order errors

A delivery order for six rasmalai pieces arrived with only four, and the complaint was disputed.

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The Bottom Line

My Govinda’s is a pure vegetarian Indian restaurant in Dubai Silicon Oasis, built around Satvik food made without onion or garlic. The menu gives you plenty to explore, but the lunch thali is the clearest value pick: reviewers describe it as fresh, hot and flavorful, with generous portions. The kulhad biryani, chaat varieties, dal makhni and natural ice creams also receive recurring praise.

The setting is bright, clean and Krishna-themed, with devotional music in the background. That peaceful atmosphere works well for family meals, although the constant religious chanting may not suit everyone. There is free parking behind the building, but restaurant-dedicated spaces are limited.

Breakfast has been reported at AED 10, while snacks are available beyond the lunch period. Service is the main variable. Some diners describe attentive, welcoming visits, while others waited for thali accompaniments or found staff unhelpful when raising questions.

Delivery and counter orders deserve a quick check: one customer received four rasmalai instead of six, and another reported stale-smelling motichur laddu. 5 water excessive.

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