Vegan options
Vegan pizzas are described as delicious and affordable, with standard options and the ability to choose vegetarian or vegan toppings.
Papa Murphy's Pizza
Al Barsha South
Papa Murphy’s Pizza in Al Barsha South is a takeaway-focused pizza shop with limited dine-in seating. Reviews highlight vegan pizzas with customizable toppings, crispy crusts, and the option to collect an order hot rather than rely on delivery.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
196 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Custom toppings
You can design a vegetarian or vegan pizza and choose the toppings yourself, including combinations such as pineapple.
Hot pickup
One customer specifically valued collecting the pizza hot, making pickup a safer choice than delivery when temperature matters.
Crispy crust
Some reviews praise the crust for being crispy, crunchy, and well paired with tomato sauce.
Friendly service
Recent reviews describe a noticeably warmer welcome, with staff becoming friendly and welcoming after earlier service concerns.
What to Eat at Papa Murphy's Pizza 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 Papa Murphy's Pizza, 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 Papa Murphy's Pizza, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 8
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Chicken wings Net +1
“Amazing food and very friendly staff. We enjoyed the Hawain pizza and the chicken wings so delicious Everything was Outstanding .”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing food and very friendly staff. We enjoyed the Hawain pizza and the chicken wings so delicious Everything was Outstanding .”May 2024
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Dual pizza with chicken and veg combination Net +1
“Ordered dual pizza with chicken and veg combination. Perfect crust and toppings were nice. The crispiness and the crunchy feeling of the crust make this one special. Special mention to the quick service and delivery. May be it's newly opened and counter is not that busy.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered dual pizza with chicken and veg combination. Perfect crust and toppings were nice. The crispiness and the crunchy feeling of the crust make this one special. Special mention to the quick service and delivery. May be it's newly opened and counter is not that busy.”March 2019
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Garlic bread Net +1
“Ordered their vegan pizza which was beyond my expectations, and their garlic bread was amazing and fluffy.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered their vegan pizza which was beyond my expectations, and their garlic bread was amazing and fluffy.”March 2023
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Hawain pizza Net +1
“Amazing food and very friendly staff. We enjoyed the Hawain pizza and the chicken wings so delicious Everything was Outstanding .”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing food and very friendly staff. We enjoyed the Hawain pizza and the chicken wings so delicious Everything was Outstanding .”May 2024
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Vegan pizza Net +1
“Ordered their vegan pizza which was beyond my expectations, and their garlic bread was amazing and fluffy.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered their vegan pizza which was beyond my expectations, and their garlic bread was amazing and fluffy.”March 2023
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Vegan pizzas Net +1
“Love that they offer vegan pizzas! And they are delicious and affordable.”
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Review excerpts
“Love that they offer vegan pizzas! And they are delicious and affordable.”June 2023
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Vegetarian/vegan pizza Net +1
“There are standard options as well the choice to design your own vegetarian/vegan pizza.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“There are standard options as well the choice to design your own vegetarian/vegan pizza.”June 2023
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Load pizza Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Ordered Alfredo pasta and some load pizza. Pizza was MEH not bad but the pasta was so obvious that it came from the fridge and just got microwaved and the taste was horrible.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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6 Slices margarita pizza Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I ordered a 6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola and paid a total of 72AED. Pizza tasted good but chicken tenders were bad.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I ordered a 6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola and paid a total of 72AED. Pizza tasted good but chicken tenders were bad.”July 2023
What to Avoid (13)
Food 13
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2Xl pizzas Net −1
“I ordered 2XL pizzas and order came in exact 40 mins. Pizzas were totally cold and stiff and it seems like they baked in the morning. I called customer service and the guy was so rude plus giving lame reasons that due to cold weather it was cold.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered 2XL pizzas and order came in exact 40 mins. Pizzas were totally cold and stiff and it seems like they baked in the morning. I called customer service and the guy was so rude plus giving lame reasons that due to cold weather it was cold.”December 2021
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Alferdo Net −1
“Ordered two pasta (alferdo and carbonara) , but what arrived was basically just dry, boiled pasta with absolutely no sauce or flavor.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Ordered two pasta (alferdo and carbonara) , but what arrived was basically just dry, boiled pasta with absolutely no sauce or flavor.”March 2024
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Alfredo pasta Net −1
“Ordered Alfredo pasta and some load pizza. Pizza was MEH not bad but the pasta was so obvious that it came from the fridge and just got microwaved and the taste was horrible.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered Alfredo pasta and some load pizza. Pizza was MEH not bad but the pasta was so obvious that it came from the fridge and just got microwaved and the taste was horrible.”April 2025
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Bogo pizza combo Net −1
“We just ordered the BOGO pizza combo. The cookies included is as hard as rock that you cannot eat it anymore. Most likely old. Don't include in your promo offer anymore if you will just deliver poor quality product. What a waste!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We just ordered the BOGO pizza combo. The cookies included is as hard as rock that you cannot eat it anymore. Most likely old. Don't include in your promo offer anymore if you will just deliver poor quality product. What a waste!”November 2022
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Burned chicken pieces Net −1
“Worst experience with my order I ordered meal for two and I received burned chicken pieces.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Worst experience with my order I ordered meal for two and I received burned chicken pieces.”October 2021
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Carbonara Net −1
“Ordered two pasta (alferdo and carbonara) , but what arrived was basically just dry, boiled pasta with absolutely no sauce or flavor.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Ordered two pasta (alferdo and carbonara) , but what arrived was basically just dry, boiled pasta with absolutely no sauce or flavor.”March 2024
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Chicken garlic Net −1
“I ordered for a chicken garlic but there is no chicken in it except 2-3 small pices in the whole pizza..”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered for a chicken garlic but there is no chicken in it except 2-3 small pices in the whole pizza..”April 2021
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Chicken tenders Net −1
“I ordered a 6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola and paid a total of 72AED. Pizza tasted good but chicken tenders were bad.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered a 6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola and paid a total of 72AED. Pizza tasted good but chicken tenders were bad.”July 2023
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Cookies Net −1
“We just ordered the BOGO pizza combo. The cookies included is as hard as rock that you cannot eat it anymore. Most likely old. Don't include in your promo offer anymore if you will just deliver poor quality product. What a waste!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We just ordered the BOGO pizza combo. The cookies included is as hard as rock that you cannot eat it anymore. Most likely old. Don't include in your promo offer anymore if you will just deliver poor quality product. What a waste!”November 2022
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Meal for two Net −1
“Worst experience with my order I ordered meal for two and I received burned chicken pieces.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Worst experience with my order I ordered meal for two and I received burned chicken pieces.”October 2021
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Thin crust Net −1
“Not the size I was expecting. The medium looks like small and the large looks like medium. Do not ask for thin crust as it's really paper thin and burnt. Not impressed at all.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Not the size I was expecting. The medium looks like small and the large looks like medium. Do not ask for thin crust as it's really paper thin and burnt. Not impressed at all.”January 2020
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Wedges Net −1
“Nice food and so tasty except for the wedges which was cold and not well cooked.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Nice food and so tasty except for the wedges which was cold and not well cooked.”March 2023
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Xlarge pizza Net −1
“The worst Pizza ever....ordered 2 xlarge pizza with an offer 50% and guess what, the address is just 10 minutes away from the branch and the pizza delivered not hot - very thin - no taste - barely there are ingredients - not recommended to anyone”
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Critical review excerpts
“The worst Pizza ever....ordered 2 xlarge pizza with an offer 50% and guess what, the address is just 10 minutes away from the branch and the pizza delivered not hot - very thin - no taste - barely there are ingredients - not recommended to anyone”December 2019
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose pickup. Choose pickup if possible when you want the pizza hot; one review specifically praises collecting it hot from the branch.
Check takeaway. Count sides before leaving: one customer paid for eight garlic swirls but discovered only four were packed after returning to the hotel.
Allow extra time. Build in a buffer for delivery, even nearby; one order from a four-minute-away home arrived 15 minutes later than promised.
Request well done. If you prefer a firmer crust, ask the pizza maker for well done, as one customer specifically recommended doing so.
Check pasta. Pasta quality has been uneven, so inspect the Alfredo or carbonara on arrival; reviews describe dry pasta with little or no sauce.
Verify drink. Check the drink before leaving: a dine-in customer ordered Coca-Cola but initially received Diet Coke instead.
Plan the visit
Practical details
369R+RQH My City Center
Al Barsha South Second - Al Barsha South, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Unreliable delivery
Delivery complaints include cold food, cancellations, and a nearby order arriving 15 minutes later than the promised time.
Inconsistent pizza
Pizza quality varies sharply: one customer received a crumbly base that felt like a cheap oven pizza, while others reported dry or overcooked pies.
Hygiene concerns
A review describes the same gloved employee handling cash, food, and other items, alongside broader complaints about poor cleanliness.
Limited seating
The branch reportedly has only two indoor seats, and one customer said the air conditioning was not working.
Order problems
Customers have reported missing items, rejected online orders, incorrect drinks, and long waits for complaint handling.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
72AED
6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola
“I ordered a 6 slices margarita pizza, chicken tenders and a Coca Cola and paid a total of 72AED”Google review · July 2023
98 AED
2 middle sized pizzas and one drink
“We had 2 middle sized pizzas and one drink, which is not quite enough when you're really hungry but with 98 AED already not cheap (there are two bigger sizes available)”Google review · December 2019
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The Bottom Line
Papa Murphy’s Pizza in Al Barsha South is mainly a quick takeaway and delivery stop, with only a couple of indoor seats. The clearest reasons to consider it are the customizable vegan and vegetarian pizzas, a range of toppings, and a crust that some customers describe as crispy and pleasantly crunchy. Garlic bread, Hawaiian pizza, and chicken wings also receive positive mentions.
Pickup looks more dependable than delivery when temperature matters. One customer said the pizza was very hot when collected, while others received cold food or waited well beyond the promised time. Delivery issues include cancellations, rejected online orders, and a four-minute journey arriving 15 minutes late.
Food quality is not consistent. Alongside good pizza and affordable vegan options, reviews describe crumbly, dry, oily, or overcooked bases. Pasta is a particular gamble: Alfredo, carbonara, and other orders have been described as bland or essentially microwaved.
Hygiene and comfort also deserve attention, with a complaint about shared gloves for cash and food, only two seats, and a non-working air conditioner. If you visit, check packed sides and drinks before leaving, and ask for the pizza well done if that is your preference. A reported bill of 72AED covered a six-slice margarita pizza, chicken tenders, and Coca-Cola.