Authentic flavours
Reviews highlight traditional Pakistani and Arabic flavours, including simply prepared dishes without heavy or unnecessary spices.
NEW KABAB AL MADINA Restaurant 2OURIST CAFE & ARABIC FOOD CORNER
Deira
A Pakistani, Indian and Arabic-Turkish restaurant in Deira, known in reviews for generously served biryani, grilled kababs and shawarma. It is a simple, friendly stop for freshly cooked food, hot chai and juices, with several visitors noting reasonable prices and quick service.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
561 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Standout shawarma
One shawarma-focused reviewer praised both spicy and non-spicy chicken versions for their crispy exterior and creamy filling.
Generous portions
Biryani portions are described as big, while a special chicken dish intended for two or three was said to serve even more.
Grilled meats
Mixed grill and BBQ dishes receive repeated praise for juicy, well-cooked meat, with Chicken Boti specifically called delicious.
Friendly service
Many diners describe the staff as warm and helpful, including one birthday guest who received a thoughtful surprise.
Fresh cooking
Several reviews describe food as fresh and cooked to order, alongside hot, sweet tea.
Reasonable value
Multiple customers found the food affordable or good value, especially compared with other Dubai restaurants.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try shawarma. Shawarma fans should compare the spicy and non-spicy chicken versions; one reviewer especially liked their crispy, creamy texture.
Order mixed grill. For a first visit, the mixed grill is a practical way to sample several meats in one order.
Allow time. Fresh juices may take longer to prepare, so do not expect them instantly with a quick meal.
Try mutton. Mutton biryani, Mandi and white mutton curry are all specifically recommended in separate reviews.
Check delivery. If ordering remotely, confirm the expected timing first, as one customer reported late delivery and unanswered calls.
Plan the visit
Practical details
NEAR dubai museum Al Fahidi St - Al Souq Al Kabeer - 55.29912429954574 - opposite Emirates - Al Mussala Post Office 25.26311280692743
Al Souq Al Kabeer - المصلى, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Delivery delays
One delivery customer reported a major delay, no update and unanswered calls.
Inconsistent kababs
A contrasting visit found the shami kabob dry and the chicken kabob mealy, bland and small.
Dining hygiene
One diner reported flies and floor cleaning with a fan running while customers were eating.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
194 AED
four meals
“With three sodas and four meals, total was 194 AED, expensive given the small quantity of food and lack of flavor”Google review · August 2025
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The Bottom Line
New Kabab Al Madina is a casual Pakistani, Indian and Arabic-Turkish restaurant in Deira, with the strongest review trail around grilled meats, shawarma, biryani and chai. You can come for a mixed grill, try chicken or mutton biryani, or keep it quick with shawarma and a fresh juice. The cooking is often described as authentic, hot and straightforward rather than overloaded with spices.
Portions are a recurring strength. One visitor praised a large biryani serving, while a family said a chicken dish advertised for two or three people could feed even more. Mutton options also draw attention, including white mutton curry, Mutton Mandi and mutton biryani.
Hot sweet milk tea and karak chai are popular finishes, though juices can take time to prepare. Service is usually described as friendly and fast, and the restaurant has handled personal occasions warmly, including a birthday surprise. It sounds like a simple, cozy local stop rather than a polished dining room.
Experiences are not entirely consistent: one review found the kababs dry and bland, another reported flies and disruptive cleaning, and a delivery order arrived late with unanswered calls. Dining in may be the safer choice than relying on delivery, and checking timing for juice orders is sensible.