Narrah Lebanese Restaurant

Narrah Lebanese Restaurant

DIFC

Restaurant 04 506 9976

Narrah Lebanese Restaurant in DIFC serves traditional Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes in a warm, Arabesque setting. Reviews point to mixed grills, mezze and shisha, with relaxed seating that suits lunches, dinners, gatherings and late-night meals.

Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
571 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Grilled meats

Mixed grills, kebabs, lamb chops and chicken dishes are repeatedly praised for tender, juicy cooking and bold seasoning.

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Fresh mezze

Hummus, moutabal, fattoush and varied mezze are prominent strengths, with reviewers noting freshness, crunch and smoky depth.

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What to Eat at Narrah Lebanese Restaurant

These items at Narrah Lebanese Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 5

  1. Mixed grill Net +5
    “We had the mixed grill at Narrah, and it was absolutely delicious! The meat was tender, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. The smoky flavor added a delightful touch to every bite.”
  2. Grilled chicken Net +4
    “I like grilled chicken and hummus the most. It's always fresh and tasty.”
  3. Kebab Net +3
    “Let's start with the food: the kebab was simply delicious! Juicy meat, perfectly cooked, melted in the mouth.”
  4. Lentil soup Net +3
    “Don’t miss out the lentil soup, it is so tasty.”
  5. Kunafa Net +2
    “The mezze selection was fresh and flavorful, the grilled meats were cooked to perfection, and the kunafa… absolutely heavenly!”
Honorable mentions (19)
  1. Arabic buffet Net +1
    “Amazing environment and receptive people who are very kind, and I had amazing time and tried the Arabic Buffet OMG 🫠🫠🫠 it was from God’s I supper recommend.”
  2. Baba ganoush Net +1
    “Lamb ouzo, chicken, mix grill, Baba ganoush, salads..so so delicious..and the desserts were amazing, especially baklava and freshly made um ali.”
  3. Baklava Net +1
    “Lamb ouzo, chicken, mix grill, Baba ganoush, salads..so so delicious..and the desserts were amazing, especially baklava and freshly made um ali.”
  4. Beef kofta Net +1
    “The Rocca salad is ordinary, and I think the saving grace to this whole meal is the beef kofta that sits on a tomato-based sauce.”
  5. Chicken kabobs Net +1
    “We ordered the lamb chops, chicken kabobs, and chicken shawarma all three dishes were flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked.”
  6. Chicken shawarma Net +1
    “We ordered the lamb chops, chicken kabobs, and chicken shawarma all three dishes were flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked.”
  7. Chocolate & fruits Net +1
    “Dessert: Chocolate & Fruits – Because balance is key, right? 😂 The rich chocolate paired with fresh fruit was the ideal sweet ending.”
  8. Chocolate cake Net +1
    “To end on a sweet note, I tried the chocolate cake, and it was divine! Rich, moist, and decadent—just what you want from a proper dessert.”
  9. Crème caramel Net +1
    “To end on a sweet note, the crème caramel, was rich, with just the right balance of sweetness.”
  10. Eggplant dip (moutabal) Net +1
    “The eggplant dip (moutabal) was another highlight rich and smoky, making it a satisfying start to the meal.”
  11. Fried kibbeh Net +1
    “I tried the Fattoush, Fried kibbeh and the Chicken grill and it was absolutely fantastic! It was the first time that I tried the fried kibbeh and it was perfectly cooked and flavorful.”
  12. Grilled seafood platter Net +1
    “The menu features expertly crafted dishes, with highlights like the grilled seafood platter and a stunning signature dessert.”
  13. Humus Net +1
    “I love to order humus and fattoush salad, mix grill kebab. So delicious. 10/10.”
  14. Lamb chops Net +1
    “We ordered the lamb chops, chicken kabobs, and chicken shawarma all three dishes were flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked.”
  15. Lamb ouzo Net +1
    “Lamb ouzo, chicken, mix grill, Baba ganoush, salads..so so delicious..and the desserts were amazing, especially baklava and freshly made um ali.”
  16. Mezze platter Net +1
    “The mezze platter was full of variety and the fattoush salad added a perfect crunch 🥗✨ Beautiful ambiance, attentive service, and a great spot to enjoy authentic flavors.”
  17. Mix grill kebab Net +1
    “I love to order humus and fattoush salad, mix grill kebab. So delicious. 10/10.”
  18. Mixed meat platter Net +1
    “The staff was very polite, and the food was excellent — we had lentil soup, a mixed meat platter, and hummus, which was honestly the best I’ve ever had!”
  19. Um ali Net +1
    “Lamb ouzo, chicken, mix grill, Baba ganoush, salads..so so delicious..and the desserts were amazing, especially baklava and freshly made um ali.”

Drinks 1

  1. Coffee latte Net +1
    “We enjoyed a coffee latte along with some snacks, both of which were quite satisfying.”
What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

  1. Meat manakish Net −1
    “The meat manakish is alright but the base dough is limp and soggy.”
  2. Mutabal Net −1
    “The eggplant in the mutabal is absent of any grilled aroma which I would like.”
  3. Rocca salad Net −1
    “The Rocca salad is ordinary, and I think the saving grace to this whole meal is the beef kofta that sits on a tomato-based sauce.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Start mezze. Begin with the mezze platter, especially if sharing: one reviewer liked its variety and added fattoush for crunch.

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Try soup. Add the lentil soup to your order; it is singled out as especially tasty alongside mixed grill or kebab.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Carlton Downtown Hotel - Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Center Second - DIFC, Dubai
04 506 9976
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Common Concerns

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Service lapse

One quiet lunch visit had a serious attention problem: diners had to repeatedly leave the table to find staff.

Limited menu

One reviewer found the menu spread quite limited and felt several dishes were ordinary compared with other Lebanese restaurants.

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The Bottom Line

Narrah is a Lebanese restaurant and lounge in DIFC with a warm, Arabesque interior and a menu built around mezze, grilled meats and Arabic comfort dishes. It suits a shared meal with friends or family, a relaxed lunch, or an evening that continues with shisha. Reviews repeatedly highlight the mixed grill, kebab, hummus, fattoush and lentil soup; desserts such as kunafa, baklava and crème caramel also get attention.

The setting is a major part of the appeal. Guests describe it as elegant but comfortable, with soft Arabic music, traditional details and, from some tables, a view towards Sheikh Zayed Road. There is spacious seating, and one reviewer found the window area useful for focused afternoon work.

Late-night dining until the early hours is another practical plus, while valet parking has been reported. Feedback on service is largely warm and attentive, though one quiet lunch visit was a clear exception: the diners had to get up four or five times to attract staff. One reviewer also found the menu limited, the food mostly mediocre and the mixed grill too heavy on fries, so expectations may depend on the order.

Pricing has been described as somewhat premium, although another reviewer considered it reasonable for the quality.

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