Flame-Grilled Chicken
Chicken is repeatedly described as fresh, tender, juicy and perfectly grilled, including a well-done order that was brown rather than burnt.
Nando's Mall of the Emirates
Al Barsha
Nando's Mall of the Emirates is a chicken restaurant in Al Barsha serving Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken with PERi-PERi marinades. Reviews point to breakfast, spicy chicken livers and newer espetada dishes, with a welcoming dine-in setting for families, post-movie meals or casual visits.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
5,758 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Attentive Service
Several reviews describe prompt, polite service, with staff checking orders and drinks without being intrusive.
Breakfast Menu
Breakfast stands out as a useful option, with a medium-spicy omelette specifically praised by a customer.
Family Friendly
Families mention children enjoying their meals, while another visit included help with anniversary cake decoration and setup.
Menu Guidance
A first-time guest found the expanded menu confusing, but received guidance that helped a child who usually avoids chicken try it.
Celebration Help
The team helped with cake decoration and the overall setup for an anniversary, making the occasion easier to arrange.
What to Eat at Nando's Mall of the Emirates 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 Nando's Mall of the Emirates, 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.
These items at Nando's Mall of the Emirates got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Blue passion blast Net +1
“While the juices are generally average, the Blue Passion Blast always steals the spotlight and never disappoints.”
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“While the juices are generally average, the Blue Passion Blast always steals the spotlight and never disappoints.”March 2026
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Chicken liver Net +1
“The chicken liver never fails as our appetizer.”
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“The chicken liver never fails as our appetizer.”February 2026
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Creamy cashew veg with spicy rice Net +1
“We ordered the Creamy Cashew Veg with Spicy Rice and the Espetada Carnival. The food was flavorful; however, we felt that the portion size of the Espetada was overpriced.”
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“We ordered the Creamy Cashew Veg with Spicy Rice and the Espetada Carnival. The food was flavorful; however, we felt that the portion size of the Espetada was overpriced.”December 2025
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Espetada carnival Net +1
“We ordered the Creamy Cashew Veg with Spicy Rice and the Espetada Carnival. The food was flavorful; however, we felt that the portion size of the Espetada was overpriced.”
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“We ordered the Creamy Cashew Veg with Spicy Rice and the Espetada Carnival. The food was flavorful; however, we felt that the portion size of the Espetada was overpriced.”December 2025
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Espetada cashew and almond Net +1
“Also the new dish available on the menu that he also recomended espetada cashew and almond. Great service from Mr. John Allan”
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“Also the new dish available on the menu that he also recomended espetada cashew and almond. Great service from Mr. John Allan”April 2026
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Espetada dukkah lima with cheddar cheese Net +1
“We tried the newly launched Espetada Dukkah Lima with Cheddar Cheese, and it turned out to be even better than the espetadas I've had before. The flavors were well-balanced, smoky, and rich.”
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“We tried the newly launched Espetada Dukkah Lima with Cheddar Cheese, and it turned out to be even better than the espetadas I've had before. The flavors were well-balanced, smoky, and rich.”March 2026
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Festa fries Net +1
“The PERI-PERI Hummus and Liver were also excellent, and the Festa Fries remain an all-time favorite, crispy, flavorful, and perfect as a starter.”
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“The PERI-PERI Hummus and Liver were also excellent, and the Festa Fries remain an all-time favorite, crispy, flavorful, and perfect as a starter.”March 2026
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Half chicken hot Net +1
“Ordered half chicken hot which was great.”
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“Ordered half chicken hot which was great.”April 2026
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Omelette medium spicy Net +1
“The omelette medium spicy is my favorite.”
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“The omelette medium spicy is my favorite.”November 2025
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Peri-peri hummus Net +1
“The PERI-PERI Hummus and Liver were also excellent, and the Festa Fries remain an all-time favorite, crispy, flavorful, and perfect as a starter.”
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“The PERI-PERI Hummus and Liver were also excellent, and the Festa Fries remain an all-time favorite, crispy, flavorful, and perfect as a starter.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (2)
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Spicy chicken livers Net +1
“The spicy chicken livers were especially delicious, packed with flavour and just the right amount of heat.”
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“The spicy chicken livers were especially delicious, packed with flavour and just the right amount of heat.”July 2026
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Sweet almond and onion espedada Net +1
“Food was great and John Allan gave amazing service. Their sweet almond and onion espedada new on menu was also really good”
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“Food was great and John Allan gave amazing service. Their sweet almond and onion espedada new on menu was also really good”April 2026
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Mango lime smoothie Net +1
“The new mango lime smoothie was the perfect summer refresher 🥰😋”
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“The new mango lime smoothie was the perfect summer refresher 🥰😋”May 2026
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Pomigranate spritz Net +1
“All of his recommendations are 10/10. Especially the drinks he made for us the pomigranate spritz and passion fruits.”
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“All of his recommendations are 10/10. Especially the drinks he made for us the pomigranate spritz and passion fruits.”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid Peaks. Visit outside busy weekend or mid-afternoon periods if you want to reduce the chance of waiting for a table.
Add Sauce. If ordering the plain espetada, choose one of the sauces: a review found the plain version slightly dry.
Check Offers. Ask whether the breakfast 1+1 offer or business lunch deal is running, since both were mentioned by a customer but may change.
Ask About Changes. If the menu feels unfamiliar, ask for guidance; one guest found the recent changes confusing before receiving useful recommendations.
Plan Celebrations. For a birthday, confirm cake arrangements in advance because one review says complimentary birthday cakes are not provided.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Mall of The Emirates - Sheikh Zayed Rd Level 2
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Busy Periods
Weekend and peak visits can involve a wait, including a reported wait of about 10 minutes before seating.
Dry Plain Espetada
One review found the plain espetada a little dry, suggesting the sauce makes a meaningful difference.
Value Concern
A customer felt the Espetada portion was overpriced, while another said better food could be found for the price.
Slow Table Clearing
One visit included a delay in clearing finished dishes, alongside a complaint about an unfriendly ordering experience.
No Birthday Cake
A birthday visit was disappointing because the branch did not provide complimentary cakes for celebrants.
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The Bottom Line
Nando’s Mall of the Emirates is a Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken restaurant in Al Barsha. You can order PERi-PERi chicken, breakfast, spicy chicken livers or one of the newer espetada dishes. Reviews describe the chicken as tender, juicy and consistently well cooked, while the breakfast menu’s medium-spicy omelette is a particular favourite.
The menu has had plenty of changes, so first-time visitors may find it useful to ask for guidance. Recent dishes mentioned include Espetada Dukkah Lima with Cheddar Cheese, sweet almond and onion espetada, PERi-PERi Hummus and Festa Fries. The plain espetada was described as slightly dry, so a sauce is the safer choice.
Service is a major part of the branch’s appeal. Many guests report friendly, attentive staff, prompt food and regular check-ins; families also mention children enjoying their meals. The restaurant has helped with anniversary cake decoration and setup, though complimentary birthday cakes are not provided.
Timing matters. Weekend and mid-afternoon visits can be busy, with one party waiting about 10 minutes for a table, while another review reported slow table clearing. Pricing feedback is mixed: some call it reasonable, but one guest felt the Espetada portion was overpriced.