Juicy Kebabs
Lamb kebab is repeatedly praised for being tender, smoky and cooked over real flame.
Noon & Kabab
Al Quoz
Noon & Kabab is an Iranian food-court restaurant in Al Quoz, at Times Square Center. Reviews point to juicy flame-grilled kebabs, especially lamb, served with Persian-style rice; it suits a casual mall meal when you want a filling platter rather than a formal restaurant setting.
Reputation Score
3.4
★★★☆☆
177 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Rice Pairings
Different rice varieties, including saffron-and-barberry mixed rice, are described as tasty complements to the kebabs.
Generous Portions
Several reviews call the mixed kebab and grilled chicken portions big or generous.
Affordable Value
Some diners find the food-court pricing more affordable than comparable Iranian restaurants in Dubai.
Fresh Bread
Bread can be served fresh and hot, and one reviewer received it instead of rice at no extra charge.
Food Court Seating
The Times Square branch has a relaxed food-court setting with available seating, especially outside busy periods.
What to Eat at Noon & Kabab 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 Noon & Kabab, 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 Noon & Kabab got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Mix kebab platter Net +3
“i ordered mix kebab platter for 95 aed and portion is not for 2 person, hovewer food tastes good”
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Review excerpts
“i ordered mix kebab platter for 95 aed and portion is not for 2 person, hovewer food tastes good”December 2025
“The mixed kabab platter is worth trying here.”January 2021
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Bread Net +2
“The bread is the amazing, I opted for bread instead of rice and they obliged for free.. Kudos to the Filipino food servers and Parisian chef.”
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“The bread is the amazing, I opted for bread instead of rice and they obliged for free.. Kudos to the Filipino food servers and Parisian chef.”November 2023
“The bread is served fresh and hot.”January 2021
Honorable mentions (13)
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Chicken Net +1
“Tender chicken grilled well. The char on the edges added that smokiness while the inside stayed flavorful. The yogurt marinade infused with the meat with a strong flavour that lingered long after each bite.”
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“Tender chicken grilled well. The char on the edges added that smokiness while the inside stayed flavorful. The yogurt marinade infused with the meat with a strong flavour that lingered long after each bite.”May 2025
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Grill platter Net +1
“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”
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“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”September 2019
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Joojeh kabab Net +1
“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”
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“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”September 2019
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Joujeh wrap Net +1
“I went for lunch for the 1st time here and ordered a Joujeh Wrap. Food was really good. Customer Service was poor. The order taking lady was clearly rude to myself and others as well which will prevent me from going there again.”
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“I went for lunch for the 1st time here and ordered a Joujeh Wrap. Food was really good. Customer Service was poor. The order taking lady was clearly rude to myself and others as well which will prevent me from going there again.”July 2019
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Kebab with rice Net +1
“The kebab with rice its soo tasty and affordable price”
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“The kebab with rice its soo tasty and affordable price”September 2024
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“The lamb kebab was incredibly juicy and tender, cooked over real flame so you can taste that smoky, authentic flavor. Every bite melted in the mouth — perfectly seasoned, not too salty, just how a proper kebab should be.”
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“The lamb kebab was incredibly juicy and tender, cooked over real flame so you can taste that smoky, authentic flavor. Every bite melted in the mouth — perfectly seasoned, not too salty, just how a proper kebab should be.”November 2025
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Lari tikka Net +1
“I think there is no match made for lari tikka 🥰. Staff service is great and food quality is awesome.”
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“I think there is no match made for lari tikka 🥰. Staff service is great and food quality is awesome.”July 2026
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Mix kebab Net +1
“I ordered mix kebab and it was tasty, fresh and the portion was big😊”
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“I ordered mix kebab and it was tasty, fresh and the portion was big😊”November 2025
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Mixed grill plate Net +1
“Nice Iranian food with enough varieties. The mixed grill plate is awesome but even though it is grilled it is still having loads of oil and fats. Rice is nice also. Waiting time is good. Part of the food court in mercato and seating space is available usually.”
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“Nice Iranian food with enough varieties. The mixed grill plate is awesome but even though it is grilled it is still having loads of oil and fats. Rice is nice also. Waiting time is good. Part of the food court in mercato and seating space is available usually.”December 2016
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Mixed rice Net +1
“The mixed rice was studded with saffron, barberries, it struck a well-balance blend of savor and gentle sweetness, and made even better by the refreshing tang of the yogurt-cucumber sauce.”
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“The mixed rice was studded with saffron, barberries, it struck a well-balance blend of savor and gentle sweetness, and made even better by the refreshing tang of the yogurt-cucumber sauce.”May 2025
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Spicy joojeh kabab Net +1
“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”
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“We ordered 2 grill platter the joojeh kabab and spicy joojeh kabab. The portions and the flavour of the meat was very good and juicy and tender.”September 2019
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Tahchin Net +1
“Khaled was amazing, good tahchin😍”
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“Khaled was amazing, good tahchin😍”October 2025
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Vine leaves Net +1
“Ordered the mixed grill and some vine leaves. Vine leaves were nice. Kababs were ok - the lamb was a bit tough and overall flavour was fair.”
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“Ordered the mixed grill and some vine leaves. Vine leaves were nice. Kababs were ok - the lamb was a bit tough and overall flavour was fair.”April 2017
What to Avoid (2)
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Lamb shawarma combo Net −1
“I asked for a lamb shawarma combo for 25 dirhams and it was disgusting. So sad. Never again.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I asked for a lamb shawarma combo for 25 dirhams and it was disgusting. So sad. Never again.”May 2024
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Mixed grill Net −1
“Ordered the mixed grill and some vine leaves. Vine leaves were nice. Kababs were ok - the lamb was a bit tough and overall flavour was fair.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered the mixed grill and some vine leaves. Vine leaves were nice. Kababs were ok - the lamb was a bit tough and overall flavour was fair.”April 2017
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Prices. Read the menu carefully and confirm whether a combo or platter is being billed as a package before paying.
Try Lamb. Lamb kebab is a safer first order than the soup, which one regular diner did not enjoy.
Ask Extras. Ask for butter with the rice and grilled onions alongside the grilled tomatoes if you want those additions.
Avoid Weekends. Expect the food court to be packed on weekends; visiting at another time may make seating easier.
Choose Freshly. For delivery, check the food on arrival: one customer received cold, smelly and severely dry meat.
Compare Portions. If ordering for two, confirm the platter size first, as the AED 95 mixed platter was disputed as insufficient.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Times Square Center - 4B St
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Staff Attitude
Multiple reviews report rude, dismissive or aggressive interactions at the cashier and branch.
Food Inconsistency
Quality varies: one delivery arrived cold with dry meat, while other diners found the food excellent.
Price Confusion
A customer said a menu-for-two was billed as separate items, while another questioned a meat-platter surcharge.
Portion Dispute
The AED 95 mixed kebab platter was considered too small for two people by one customer.
Hygiene Concern
One customer witnessed a staff member taking food from the display by hand and eating it.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
extra AED 20
all 6 kabab of meat
“I was charged extra AED 20 for opting all 6 kabab of meat instead of standard 3 chicken + 3 Meat offering”Google review · May 2025
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The Bottom Line
Noon & Kabab is a casual Iranian restaurant in the Times Square Center food court in Al Quoz. The main draw is grilled meat: reviewers mention lamb kebab, lari tikka, joojeh, mixed grills and mix kebab platters, usually with Persian rice. Several diners describe the lamb as juicy, tender and smoky from real flame, while the mixed rice can include saffron and barberries.
Portions and value are uneven but often attractive. One customer said a lamb serving was enough for two, and another found the prices more affordable than similar Iranian restaurants in Dubai. Bread is served fresh and hot, and reviewers also mention tahchin, shawarma and a range of Persian dishes.
It is a food-court meal, not a quiet standalone dining room, though the Times Square branch has a relaxed vibe and plenty of seating at quieter times. Service is the bigger gamble. Alongside warm, efficient experiences, several customers report rude or dismissive cashier interactions, order mistakes and inconsistent staff behaviour.
One review also raised a serious food-handling concern after witnessing a staff member eat from the display by hand. Delivery quality has varied too, including a report of cold, dry meat. Check the menu and platter pricing carefully before paying, and consider starting with a kebab rather than the less-liked soup.