Pasha Sarayi Restaurant & Cafe

Pasha Sarayi Restaurant & Cafe

Jumeirah

Turkish restaurant Closed 0 566 846 399

In Jumeirah, Pasha Sarayi is a Turkish restaurant and cafe known for generous breakfasts, grilled meats and a warm Ottoman-inspired setting. Customers also come for its shisha, making it suitable for a relaxed meal, an evening with friends or a leisurely family breakfast.

Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
3,549 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Generous Breakfast

The Turkish breakfast has a wide traditional selection, warm fresh bread and portions reviewers say can feed more people than advertised.

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Strong Grills

Grills are a clear strength, from well-marinated chicken Tavuk to juicy mixed platters and tender kebabs.

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What to Eat at Pasha Sarayi Restaurant & Cafe

These items at Pasha Sarayi Restaurant & Cafe got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

  1. Mixed grill Net +2
    “Came tonight for dinner; the mix grill was very tasty, and the oud player created a beautiful atmosphere.”
  2. Authentic turkish breakfast Net +2
    “Pasha Sarayi is one of the best places to enjoy authentic Turkish breakfast and freshly baked bread. The staff are genuinely welcoming, friendly, and attentive, making you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. I really appreciated the complimentary refills of Turkish tea, which added to the overall experience. The bread is baked fresh and served warm, and everything we tried was delicious. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and portions you receive, offering excellent value for money. The restaurant also has a beautiful atmosphere with a stylish and cozy interior design, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. Highly recommended—I will definitely be coming back!”
  3. Beef steaks Net +2
    “The menu shines with an impressive diversity of beef steaks, from tender cuts to bold, well-seasoned options grilled to preference—each served juicy and full of character.”
  4. Hummus Net +2
    “The meats were tender and perfectly seasoned, and the hummus was smooth, rich, and paired beautifully with the warm bread.”
Honorable mentions (19)
  1. 1-Meter mixed grill Net +1
    “Yesterday, we went to Pasha Saray for my husband’s birthday and ordered the 1-meter mixed grill. It was absolutely delicious and amazing! Every single piece of meat and kebab was so tender, juicy, and flavorful that it was truly unforgettable. We really enjoyed it and highly recommend their 1-meter mixed grill”
  2. Adana Net +1
    “You can never go wrong with their kebabs or Adana! It's the perfect spot to get your fix and feel totally happy.”
  3. Appetizers Net +1
    “The appetizers, main dishes, desserts, teas, lemonade, and Turkish coffee were all absolutely delicious.”
  4. Bakalva dessert Net +1
    “Bakalva dessert is a must to try.”
  5. Beats salad Net +1
    “Our favorite was the lamb chops, beats salad and of course their warm and fluffy bread.”
  6. Cheesecake Net +1
    “The cheesecake is outstanding — definitely a must-try.”
  7. Chicken Net +1
    “The food was full of rich flavors, with the chicken cooked to perfection, tender, juicy and well seasoned.”
  8. Chicken tavuk platter Net +1
    “I got the chicken Tavuk platter and the chicken was grilled perfectly and super marinated.”
  9. Chicken wings Net +1
    “We ordered the mixed grill, chicken wings, hummus, and freshly baked bread, and every bite was outstanding.”
  10. French fries Net +1
    “The French fries arrived piping hot and incredibly crispy - simple, yet done exceptionally well. Sometimes the basics speak the loudest, and this was one of those moments.”
  11. Grilled chicken Net +1
    “We ordered a mixed grill platter and everything was delicious and generous: juicy meats, perfectly grilled chicken with a nice smoky flavor, and great seasoning overall.”
  12. Iftar set menu Net +1
    “We ordered the Iftar set menu, and the food quality was very good. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared, and the variety in the set menu made it a great experience for breaking fast.”
  13. Lamb chops Net +1
    “Our favorite was the lamb chops, beats salad and of course their warm and fluffy bread.”
  14. Main dishes Net +1
    “The appetizers, main dishes, desserts, teas, lemonade, and Turkish coffee were all absolutely delicious.”
  15. Omelette Net +1
    “Thank you for great hospitality Odai, the food is so delicious and portions are fairly good, fruit plates are fresh and crispy, cheese is perfect, omelette is great the same level of happiness we did many times on breakfast ♥️”
  16. Salads Net +1
    “The mezze were also excellent—creamy hummus, fresh salads, and tasty sides (the bulgur and pickles were a nice touch).”
  17. Teas Net +1
    “The appetizers, main dishes, desserts, teas, lemonade, and Turkish coffee were all absolutely delicious.”
  18. Tender lamb dishes Net +1
    “The food is rich, flavorful, and beautifully presented — from the freshly baked bread and mezze to the perfectly grilled kebabs and tender lamb dishes. Everything tastes fresh and well-seasoned, just like traditional Turkish home cooking.”
  19. Turkish delight Net +1
    “Nice decor. Lovey Turkish delight in this cozy place in Mercato mall. Had an amazing time here.”

Drinks 5

  1. Iced chocolate coffee Net +1
    “Paired with their iced chocolate coffee, which was smooth, rich, and refreshing, it made for the perfect laid-back indulgence.”
  2. Lemonade Net +1
    “The appetizers, main dishes, desserts, teas, lemonade, and Turkish coffee were all absolutely delicious.”
  3. Matcha latte Net +1
    “Also worth highlighting is the in-house barista (Ronald) with 15 years of experience, who crafted two exceptional drinks for us: the Matcha Latte and the Pistachio Latte. These are recent additions to the menu, and thanks to Ronald’s expertise, both were flawlessly balanced in flavor and presentation.”
  4. Pistachio latte Net +1
    “Also worth highlighting is the in-house barista (Ronald) with 15 years of experience, who crafted two exceptional drinks for us: the Matcha Latte and the Pistachio Latte. These are recent additions to the menu, and thanks to Ronald’s expertise, both were flawlessly balanced in flavor and presentation.”
  5. Turkish coffee Net +1
    “The appetizers, main dishes, desserts, teas, lemonade, and Turkish coffee were all absolutely delicious.”
What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

  1. Cheese kofta Net −1
    “The cheese kofta in the Mixed Grill was below average and I couldn’t even finish it.”
  2. Cold appetiser Net −1
    “We started with cold appetiser and had to wait for it long, knowing that the cold starters usually are ready.”
  3. Shakshouka Net −1
    “Our experience was extremely disappointing.Shakshouka it had no flavor at all.The bread was acceptable but nothing special.The tea was clearly not freshly made it tasted old as if it had been prepared early in the morning and left sitting for hours when we visited around noon it definitely did not feel freshly brewed.Tea should be refreshed regularly.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share Breakfast. Go with a group or order breakfast to share: one reviewer said a serving described for 3–4 was enough for 6.

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Use Outdoor Seating. For a quieter solo visit, consider the outdoor seating, which one reviewer found peaceful and comfortable.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Mercato Shopping Mall - جميرا1,ميركاتو مول
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
0 566 846 399
Mon11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tue11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wed11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thu11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fri11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Uneven Service

One visit reported inattentive staff and repeated calls before someone came to the table.

Slow Starters

A reviewer waited almost 15 minutes for cold appetisers despite the restaurant being nearly empty.

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The Bottom Line

Pasha Sarayi is a Turkish restaurant and cafe in Jumeirah, located in Mercato Mall, where the main draw is a broad Turkish menu in an elegant, Ottoman-inspired setting. Breakfast is especially popular: expect generous traditional dishes, warm freshly baked bread and complimentary Turkish tea. For lunch or dinner, reviews repeatedly point to the mixed grill, Adana kebab and well-marinated chicken Tavuk platter.

The setting suits different kinds of visits. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and customers describe the atmosphere as cozy, peaceful and suitable for family meals, relaxed dinners or shisha with friends. There is also a kids menu, while free parking at Mercato Mall is a practical bonus.

Shisha receives particularly strong feedback for smooth flavour and a long-lasting, non-harsh finish. Turkish sweets, cheesecake and baklava also appear among the more memorable dessert mentions. Most reviewers describe friendly service, generous portions and reasonable value for the quality, though experiences are not completely consistent.

Two September reviews mention slow cold appetisers, inattentive service and a poor mixed-grill component. One February review also raised concerns about stale-tasting tea, hand hygiene and smoke from an indoor steak fire show. If visiting for breakfast, sharing is sensible: one serving reportedly fed six people.

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