Burj Khalifa views
Outdoor and front-facing seating gives diners clear Burj Khalifa views, with some reviews also noting the setting for fireworks.
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Namaste by Alo Barbar is a 24-hour Indian and Arabic restaurant in Trade Centretrade Centre 1, with Lebanese favourites and a broad dining-hall menu. Reviews point to generous biryani and grills, fresh juices, outdoor seating, and Burj Khalifa views, making it useful for anything from a late meal to a family gathering.
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Outdoor and front-facing seating gives diners clear Burj Khalifa views, with some reviews also noting the setting for fireworks.
The restaurant is reported to be open around the clock, which is handy for late-night meals or early breakfasts.
Customers specifically praise the mutton biryani, Makhani Dal, paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti.
Arabic grills received strong feedback for soft bread and tender chicken, while Arabic Djeij was singled out as worth trying.
One family hosted a first birthday party here and found the restaurant suitable for a larger family gathering.
A reviewer could see the kitchen team working and described the kitchen as very clean.
Several reviews mention well-served or generous food, including one diner who found the portions notably large.
Fresh juices are specifically praised alongside the Indian and Arabian food.
These items at NAMASTE by Alo Barbar got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
“Best part about the Jalebi was that it was not super sweet. It was perfect to end the meal with.”
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“Best part about the Jalebi was that it was not super sweet. It was perfect to end the meal with.”December 2023
“One should try there jelebi. It's yummy 😋”January 2024
“Food was really delicious specially mutton biriyani which is recommended my Alo barbar staff sapna we have enjoyed a lot with with lovely weather in front of burj Khalifa Big thank for Sapna for providing amazing service we will visit again 🙏😊”
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“Food was really delicious specially mutton biriyani which is recommended my Alo barbar staff sapna we have enjoyed a lot with with lovely weather in front of burj Khalifa Big thank for Sapna for providing amazing service we will visit again 🙏😊”February 2024
“Excellent mutton biryani, naan and seekh kebab! The mutton pieces were soft and not dry at all! The naan was very well made. Great flavour overall for all dishes.”November 2023
“Excellent Food For Indian and Arabics Arabic Djeij is a must try”
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“Excellent Food For Indian and Arabics Arabic Djeij is a must try”March 2024
“Amazing must try the biryani and jalabi hamitd was kind and helpful”
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“Amazing must try the biryani and jalabi hamitd was kind and helpful”March 2024
“This time we tried their Arabic grills and they were awesome...very soft breads. The chicken with bones was my favorite. The jalebi dessert is a must have.”
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“This time we tried their Arabic grills and they were awesome...very soft breads. The chicken with bones was my favorite. The jalebi dessert is a must have.”March 2024
“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
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“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”May 2024
“The only 2 things that seemed to remain the same as before are the zaatar manoushe and foul! We used to love it, its quite unfortunate.”
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“The only 2 things that seemed to remain the same as before are the zaatar manoushe and foul! We used to love it, its quite unfortunate.”May 2024
“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
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“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”May 2024
“You've gotta check out this place for some amazing Indian and Arabic food! They've got the absolute best Jalebi and Knafeh in town. And let me tell you, their chef for Indian cuisine is top-notch. The spread they have is just so good! Pritam, the host, is an absolute gem. You'll feel like you're in food heaven. Enjoy the deliciousness!”
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“You've gotta check out this place for some amazing Indian and Arabic food! They've got the absolute best Jalebi and Knafeh in town. And let me tell you, their chef for Indian cuisine is top-notch. The spread they have is just so good! Pritam, the host, is an absolute gem. You'll feel like you're in food heaven. Enjoy the deliciousness!”November 2023
“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
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“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”January 2024
“The Makhani Dal was outstanding, undoubtedly one of the best I've ever tasted.”
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“The Makhani Dal was outstanding, undoubtedly one of the best I've ever tasted.”January 2024
“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
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“We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”May 2024
“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
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“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”March 2024
“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
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“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”January 2024
“Chicken and mutton curry suggested by the chef were so homely and tasty.”
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“Chicken and mutton curry suggested by the chef were so homely and tasty.”December 2023
“Excellent mutton biryani, naan and seekh kebab! The mutton pieces were soft and not dry at all! The naan was very well made. Great flavour overall for all dishes.”
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“Excellent mutton biryani, naan and seekh kebab! The mutton pieces were soft and not dry at all! The naan was very well made. Great flavour overall for all dishes.”November 2023
“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
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“) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”January 2024
“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
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“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”March 2024
“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
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“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”March 2024
“Excellent mutton biryani, naan and seekh kebab! The mutton pieces were soft and not dry at all! The naan was very well made. Great flavour overall for all dishes.”
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“Excellent mutton biryani, naan and seekh kebab! The mutton pieces were soft and not dry at all! The naan was very well made. Great flavour overall for all dishes.”November 2023
“Shwarma was yummy Service was good.”
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“Shwarma was yummy Service was good.”November 2022
“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
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“My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”March 2024
“Veg biryani for our vegetarian friend. She was all praise”
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“Veg biryani for our vegetarian friend. She was all praise”February 2024
“The only 2 things that seemed to remain the same as before are the zaatar manoushe and foul! We used to love it, its quite unfortunate.”
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“The only 2 things that seemed to remain the same as before are the zaatar manoushe and foul! We used to love it, its quite unfortunate.”May 2024
“I ordered broasted chicken and you will not feel you eating a broasted chicken 1st the chicken it's not marinated, 2nd there is no taste at all!”
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“I ordered broasted chicken and you will not feel you eating a broasted chicken 1st the chicken it's not marinated, 2nd there is no taste at all!”February 2023
“The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”
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“The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”December 2021
“The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”
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“The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”May 2024
“The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”
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“The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”May 2024
“The fatta was basically tahina!”
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“The fatta was basically tahina!”May 2024
“3rd the shatta sauce not spicy, 4th the fries is like a chips it's to fried and no taste!”
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“3rd the shatta sauce not spicy, 4th the fries is like a chips it's to fried and no taste!”February 2023
“The red meat had a stench in the mix grill platter.”
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“The red meat had a stench in the mix grill platter.”February 2024
“The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”
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“The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”December 2021
Visit anytime. For an unusually late or early meal, the restaurant is reported open 24 hours.
Choose outdoors. Ask for outdoor seating if the Burj Khalifa view is part of your plan; reviews specifically mention the outside sitting area.
Try jalebi. Leave room for jalebi: it is repeatedly recommended, including as a dessert after Arabic grills.
Ask about customisation. If you have dietary preferences, ask whether the kitchen can adjust a dish; one review says food was customised to the diner's needs.
Check portions. Before accepting extensive dish suggestions, ask about serving sizes; one group felt it was pushed into ordering more than needed.
Confirm parking. Parking is mentioned as free in one review, while another mentions valet, so confirm the current arrangement when you arrive.
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A returning group felt standards had slipped, describing the awarma and cheese manoushe poorly and returning most of the order.
One group reported an unpleasant smell from the red meat in its mix grill platter.
A reviewer found the spoons and forks dirty and was given plastic replacements after raising the issue.
One diner said the menu did not explain dishes clearly enough to know what had been ordered before it arrived.
Separate reviews found the broasted chicken bland, with one complaint also describing over-fried fries and weak sauce.
The Bottom Line
Namaste by Alo Barbar is a 24-hour restaurant in Trade Centretrade Centre 1 serving Indian, Arabic and Lebanese food. It is worth considering when your group cannot agree on one cuisine: the Indian menu includes mutton biryani and Makhani Dal, while the Arabic side covers grills, shawarma and traditional breakfast dishes. The Burj Khalifa view adds a clear reason to choose it over a purely functional meal.
The strongest dish mentions are quite specific. Arabic grills were praised for soft bread and tender chicken, mutton biryani was recommended by diners, and jalebi—sometimes served as Jalebi Rabri—comes up repeatedly as a dessert. Fresh juices and an open kitchen, where one reviewer could see the team working, are useful details for first-time visitors.
The restaurant also has practical appeal: reviews mention outdoor seating, free parking and valet parking, although it is sensible to confirm the current parking setup. Its long hours suit late meals, and one family used it for a first birthday celebration. Quality is not perfectly consistent.
A returning group complained about awarma and cheese manoushe, another found a smell in the red meat mix grill, and dirty cutlery was reported. Ask about portions and dish details before ordering, especially if you are unfamiliar with the menu.