NAMASTE by Alo Barbar

NAMASTE by Alo Barbar

Trade Centretrade Centre 1

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.

Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
694 ratings
5★
76%
4★
12%
3★
5%
2★
2%
1★
5%

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The Good Stuff

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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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Open 24/7

The restaurant is reported to be open around the clock, which is handy for late-night meals or early breakfasts.

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What to Eat at NAMASTE by Alo Barbar

These items at NAMASTE by Alo Barbar got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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  1. Jalebi Net +4
    “Best part about the Jalebi was that it was not super sweet. It was perfect to end the meal with.”
  2. Mutton biryani Net +2
    “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 🙏😊”
Honorable mentions (22)
  1. Arabic djeij Net +1
    “Excellent Food For Indian and Arabics Arabic Djeij is a must try”
  2. Biryani Net +1
    “Amazing must try the biryani and jalabi hamitd was kind and helpful”
  3. Chicken with bones Net +1
    “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.”
  4. Dahi kebab Net +1
    “We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
  5. Foul Net +1
    “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.”
  6. Jalebi rabri Net +1
    “We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
  7. Knafeh Net +1
    “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!”
  8. Kofta Net +1
    “) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
  9. Makhani dal Net +1
    “The Makhani Dal was outstanding, undoubtedly one of the best I've ever tasted.”
  10. Manakish Net +1
    “We and our guests simply loved the food. Special mention to Dahi Kebab, Manakish and Jalebi Rabri. Loved the experience here.”
  11. Moong shami Net +1
    “My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
  12. Mushroom galoti Net +1
    “) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
  13. Mutton curry Net +1
    “Chicken and mutton curry suggested by the chef were so homely and tasty.”
  14. Naan Net +1
    “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.”
  15. Paneer lababdar Net +1
    “) The paneer lababdar, kofta and mushroom galoti are a must try !”
  16. Paratha Net +1
    “My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
  17. Punjabi kofta Net +1
    “My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
  18. Seekh kebab Net +1
    “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.”
  19. Shwarma Net +1
    “Shwarma was yummy Service was good.”
  20. Soya chaap Net +1
    “My top recommendations are Punjabi kofta , Paratha , Moong shami , soya Chaap & their Arabic food too . The service is nice . Food is delicious.”
  21. Veg biryani Net +1
    “Veg biryani for our vegetarian friend. She was all praise”
  22. Zaatar manoushe Net +1
    “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.”
What to Avoid (8)

Food 8

  1. Broasted chicken Net −1
    “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!”
  2. Brot chicken Net −1
    “The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”
  3. Cheese manoushe Net −1
    “The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”
  4. Eggs with meat (awarma) Net −1
    “The eggs with meat (awarma) were horrible and the cheese manoushe tasted nothing like cheese and was truly bitter!”
  5. Fatta Net −1
    “The fatta was basically tahina!”
  6. Fries Net −1
    “3rd the shatta sauce not spicy, 4th the fries is like a chips it's to fried and no taste!”
  7. Mix grill platter Net −1
    “The red meat had a stench in the mix grill platter.”
  8. Shawarma Net −1
    “The shawarma is practically without taste and the brot chicken is not up to point.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit anytime. For an unusually late or early meal, the restaurant is reported open 24 hours.

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Choose outdoors. Ask for outdoor seating if the Burj Khalifa view is part of your plan; reviews specifically mention the outside sitting area.

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Practical details

116 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Centre - Trade CentreTrade Centre 1, Dubai
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Common Concerns

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Inconsistent quality

A returning group felt standards had slipped, describing the awarma and cheese manoushe poorly and returning most of the order.

Meat concern

One group reported an unpleasant smell from the red meat in its mix grill platter.

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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.

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