Pakistani flavour
Customers describe the food as authentic, including tender mutton peshawari, mutton karahi and home-style dishes.
Pak Darbar restaurant Deira Waterfront
Deira
Pak Darbar is a Pakistani restaurant on the Deira waterfront serving familiar desi dishes in generous, budget-friendly portions. Reviews particularly point to biryani and breakfast, with customers also mentioning chapli kabab, karak and traditional Pakistani roti.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
213 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Generous portions
Several diners found the portions filling; one said 1.5 thick Pakistani rotis were enough for one person.
Affordable meals
Reviews repeatedly describe the food as reasonably priced, including mutton dishes around 20AED and roti at 1 AED.
Breakfast choice
The morning menu gets specific praise, with reviewers mentioning a broad range of Pakistani breakfast dishes and karak.
Welcoming service
Some diners found the staff warm and attentive, including a reviewer who was offered a place to pray and a phone charger.
Barbecue dishes
Barbecue receives strong praise, with one reviewer calling it amazing and another highlighting juicy chicken tikka and charcoal chicken.
What to Eat at Pak Darbar restaurant Deira Waterfront 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 Pak Darbar restaurant Deira Waterfront, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Pak Darbar restaurant Deira Waterfront, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Fresh mutton handi Net +2
“The food quality is awesome, we have ordered fresh chicken hamdi and fresh mutton handi. Both are delicious in the taste. It's very clean and peaceful. If you are planning to have dinner in friendly budget in deira. Blindly you can choose Pak darbar water front branch. They take sometimes to prepare your order. But still you can for it.”
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“The food quality is awesome, we have ordered fresh chicken hamdi and fresh mutton handi. Both are delicious in the taste. It's very clean and peaceful. If you are planning to have dinner in friendly budget in deira. Blindly you can choose Pak darbar water front branch. They take sometimes to prepare your order. But still you can for it.”July 2023
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Mutton curry Net +2
“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”
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“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”December 2025
Honorable mentions (15)
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Bar bq Net +1
“The Bar BQ was amazing, a must-try for anyone who loves authentic local flavors.”
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“The Bar BQ was amazing, a must-try for anyone who loves authentic local flavors.”July 2026
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Biryani Net +1
“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”
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“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”September 2024
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Chana pulo Net +1
“Most of the I visit pak darbar water front branch hear the food is to much good and the service is amazing I highly recommend pak darbar food specially his chana pulo to everyone”
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“Most of the I visit pak darbar water front branch hear the food is to much good and the service is amazing I highly recommend pak darbar food specially his chana pulo to everyone”July 2025
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Chicken charcoal Net +1
“*A lot of time i eaten chicken Tikka and chicken charcoal its very good taste fully juicy and spicy i like it so much as per daily basis i ordering different different dishes every each day I'm feeling More taste before.”
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“*A lot of time i eaten chicken Tikka and chicken charcoal its very good taste fully juicy and spicy i like it so much as per daily basis i ordering different different dishes every each day I'm feeling More taste before.”August 2023
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Chicken tikka Net +1
“*A lot of time i eaten chicken Tikka and chicken charcoal its very good taste fully juicy and spicy i like it so much as per daily basis i ordering different different dishes every each day I'm feeling More taste before.”
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“*A lot of time i eaten chicken Tikka and chicken charcoal its very good taste fully juicy and spicy i like it so much as per daily basis i ordering different different dishes every each day I'm feeling More taste before.”August 2023
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Fresh chicken hamdi Net +1
“The food quality is awesome, we have ordered fresh chicken hamdi and fresh mutton handi. Both are delicious in the taste. It's very clean and peaceful. If you are planning to have dinner in friendly budget in deira. Blindly you can choose Pak darbar water front branch. They take sometimes to prepare your order. But still you can for it.”
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Review excerpts
“The food quality is awesome, we have ordered fresh chicken hamdi and fresh mutton handi. Both are delicious in the taste. It's very clean and peaceful. If you are planning to have dinner in friendly budget in deira. Blindly you can choose Pak darbar water front branch. They take sometimes to prepare your order. But still you can for it.”July 2023
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Fried rice Net +1
“On our last day, we tried the fried rice and a prawn dish, and both were excellent as well.”
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“On our last day, we tried the fried rice and a prawn dish, and both were excellent as well.”December 2025
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Mutton karachi Net +1
“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”
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“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”September 2024
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Mutton peshawari Net +1
“We Had mutton peshawari and Roti. The meat we soft and tender.”
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“We Had mutton peshawari and Roti. The meat we soft and tender.”January 2024
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Paratha Net +1
“Paratha is also great, but its made from Maida.”
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“Paratha is also great, but its made from Maida.”October 2025
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Peshawari chicken Net +1
“In chicken, we loved Peshawari Chicken and white chicken(spice free).”
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“In chicken, we loved Peshawari Chicken and white chicken(spice free).”October 2025
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Roti Net +1
“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”
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“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”December 2025
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Spicy biriyani Net +1
“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”
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“On our first visit, we ordered roti, mutton curry, and a spicy biriyani. All the dishes were flavourful and very satisfying.”December 2025
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White chicken Net +1
“In chicken, we loved Peshawari Chicken and white chicken(spice free).”
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“In chicken, we loved Peshawari Chicken and white chicken(spice free).”October 2025
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Chapli kebab Net 0
Mixed feedback
“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”
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Review excerpts
“On our first visit we had mutton Karachi ,Chapli kebab & biryani which was delicious and today we order mutton Karahi , Afghani Mutton Tikka , Chicken & Mutton Seekh kebab ,chana daal with Naan .”September 2024
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Karak Net +1
“Best karak!”
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Review excerpts
“Best karak!”January 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Mutton biryani Net −1
“I ordered mutton biryani , it was served with bones I complained about it and ask waiter to change and give even give me one eatable piece, guy star arguing and checking mutton with folk and spoon . I left the food same time and paid for it . It was full plate i took only two bites.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered mutton biryani , it was served with bones I complained about it and ask waiter to change and give even give me one eatable piece, guy star arguing and checking mutton with folk and spoon . I left the food same time and paid for it . It was full plate i took only two bites.”November 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit off-peak. Given reports of 10–20-minute waits, visiting outside busy periods may make ordering smoother.
Request less oil. If rich dishes concern you, ask for less oil; reviewers say the food can arrive noticeably oily.
Try breakfast. Morning breakfast is a strong option, and one reviewer specifically recommends the broad Pakistani breakfast selection.
Share portions. Consider sharing breakfast or larger dishes: one review says two people could eat breakfast within 20 dirhams.
Check cleanliness. Before settling in, check the tableware and washbasin area because some reviews report unpleasant smells and poor upkeep.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Water Front - Wadima Plaza Plot 9, https://goo.gl/maps/U2ieqxSocqf2cuvF6
Al Corniche - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 4:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 4:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Service delays
Multiple reviews report waiting 10 to 20 minutes before anyone took an order, particularly at this branch.
Hygiene concerns
Reviews raise serious concerns about hair in salad, foul-smelling crockery and poor handwashing practices.
Inconsistent food
While many praise the cooking, others reported bland, overcooked or substandard dishes, including a disappointing chapli kabab.
Oily dishes
One reviewer found the food excessively oily, and another also described it as a bit oily.
Washroom upkeep
A reviewer found the washbasin poorly maintained, while another reported no tissue in the toilet or for drying hands.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
20AED
mutton dishes
“Most mutton dishes are around 20AED in Cost”Google review · October 2025
1 AED
roti
“One roti costs 1 AED”Google review · October 2025
1 AED
chai
“Chai costs 1 AED”Google review · October 2025
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The Bottom Line
Pak Darbar on the Deira waterfront is a Pakistani restaurant where you can order biryani, karahi, chapli kabab, barbecue and Pakistani breakfast dishes. The strongest reviews describe authentic flavours, large portions and prices that suit regular meals rather than special-occasion dining. Breakfast and karak are especially popular, while one long-stay visitor returned daily for Peshawari Chicken and Mutton Handi.
There are useful value details in the reviews: mutton dishes were reported at around 20AED, roti at 1 AED and chai at 1 AED. 5 rotis was enough for one person. Vegetarian diners can also find bhindi, mixed vegetables, white chanas and dals.
Service is the main variable. Some customers describe friendly, attentive staff, but others waited 10 or 20 minutes to order or encountered rude responses. Food is similarly mixed: many praise the biryani, kebabs and mutton, while others found dishes bland, overcooked or too oily.
Hygiene deserves attention too, with reports of hair in salad, foul-smelling crockery, poor washbasin upkeep and missing toilet tissue. If you visit, go at a quieter time, ask about oil and check the dining area before ordering.