Chicken burgers
The chicken burger is often praised for crisp coating, tender meat, fresh bread and generous sauce.
Pickl Time Out Market
Downtown Dubai
Pickl Time Out Market is a casual burger and fried-chicken spot in Downtown Dubai, serving smashed burgers, chicken sandos and tenders for dine-in. Reviews especially point to the chicken burger, soft buns and sauces, while the lively Time Out Market setting lets you mix your order with food from other outlets.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
242 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Soft buns
The burgers stand out for pillowy buns and well-liked sauces, with the cheeseburger earning especially strong praise.
Loaded fries
Loaded fries and Sando Fries are repeatedly highlighted as satisfying sides, particularly alongside the chicken options.
Tasty tenders
Chicken tenders are described as freshly cooked, crunchy and good for dipping into the Mayo-chup sauce.
Plant burger
The plant burger surprised one reviewer, who said it tasted convincingly like a beef burger despite being vegetarian.
Market setting
The Time Out Market adds variety, with the option to combine food from different outlets and views overlooking the Burj Khalifa.
Helpful ordering
A reviewer appreciated staff walking them through the menu, making the first order feel easy to navigate.
What to Eat at Pickl Time Out Market 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 Pickl Time Out Market, 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 Pickl Time Out Market got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 6
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Chicken tenders Net +6
“While my kids, they loved the freshly cooked and crunchy chicken tenders, dipped in a Mayo-chup saucy sauce. Good combination ♥️👍🏻”
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Review excerpts
“While my kids, they loved the freshly cooked and crunchy chicken tenders, dipped in a Mayo-chup saucy sauce. Good combination ♥️👍🏻”September 2023
“The chicken tenders are tasty and the chili taste is strong for medium.”October 2022
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Cheese burger Net +5
“Cheese burger was simply delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“Cheese burger was simply delicious.”May 2021
“The cheese burger was delicious”March 2022
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Sando fries Net +3
“The Sando fries were pretty amazing and would definitely recommend that to someone.”
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Review excerpts
“The Sando fries were pretty amazing and would definitely recommend that to someone.”September 2023
“That sando fries is really mouth-watering 😋🤤.”August 2024
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Chicken sando burger Net +2
“I have tried the chicken sando burger with a medium spice and honestly I gave the burger 10/10 the chicken fried was so good the bread was delicious and fresh. Also the fries was so good.”
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Review excerpts
“I have tried the chicken sando burger with a medium spice and honestly I gave the burger 10/10 the chicken fried was so good the bread was delicious and fresh. Also the fries was so good.”September 2021
“Had their sando chicken burger, cheese burger and loaded fries. Overall taste was Good.i highly recommend Their cheese burger.”May 2023
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Loaded fries Net +2
“Had their sando chicken burger, cheese burger and loaded fries. Overall taste was Good.i highly recommend Their cheese burger.”
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“Had their sando chicken burger, cheese burger and loaded fries. Overall taste was Good.i highly recommend Their cheese burger.”May 2023
“Lovely people and service. The food was spectacular, especially the loaded fries. Very tender and succulent burger patties”March 2025
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New yorker burger Net +2
“The restaurant is so good! I had the New Yorker burger, which was juicy and delicious, and the fries were good too.”
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Review excerpts
“The restaurant is so good! I had the New Yorker burger, which was juicy and delicious, and the fries were good too.”January 2025
“She suggested the new Yorker with add on bacon and the service was really great8”October 2024
Honorable mentions (12)
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Aged beef burger Net +1
“Tonight was the aged beef burger, beyond expectations , I mean the taste of the beef was Wow ... and the Black Garlic Mayo elevated the whole thing. Try it before its off the menu.”
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Review excerpts
“Tonight was the aged beef burger, beyond expectations , I mean the taste of the beef was Wow ... and the Black Garlic Mayo elevated the whole thing. Try it before its off the menu.”January 2022
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Bbq bacon Net +1
“And BBQ bacon tastes so good that i can't even share to my sister🤣.”
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Review excerpts
“And BBQ bacon tastes so good that i can't even share to my sister🤣.”August 2024
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Burger Net +1
“Everything about Pickl was amazing. I enjoyed the burger and fried chicken. You should also try the red pepper.”
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Review excerpts
“Everything about Pickl was amazing. I enjoyed the burger and fried chicken. You should also try the red pepper.”May 2022
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Burgers Net +1
“Best burgers ever❤️🥹best shakes🤗I’m in love”
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Review excerpts
“Best burgers ever❤️🥹best shakes🤗I’m in love”October 2024
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Double cheese burger Net +1
“Tried their double cheese burger, and I seriously loved it! I've had so many different burgers in multiple continents, but this one definitely takes the cake! However, charging 6 AED per side of sauce for a quantity that is worth a few cents at most is a bit excessive and disrespectful.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried their double cheese burger, and I seriously loved it! I've had so many different burgers in multiple continents, but this one definitely takes the cake! However, charging 6 AED per side of sauce for a quantity that is worth a few cents at most is a bit excessive and disrespectful.”August 2022
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Fancy fries Net +1
“207 AED for 2 burgers and 2 fancy fries ( one with chicken and one with impossible meat) + 2 waters One thing which let me speechless is that you order yourself at the counter and when you pay with credit card the first step on the card terminal is to put the value of your tip.”
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Review excerpts
“207 AED for 2 burgers and 2 fancy fries ( one with chicken and one with impossible meat) + 2 waters One thing which let me speechless is that you order yourself at the counter and when you pay with credit card the first step on the card terminal is to put the value of your tip.”April 2025
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Fried chicken Net +1
“Everything about Pickl was amazing. I enjoyed the burger and fried chicken. You should also try the red pepper.”
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Review excerpts
“Everything about Pickl was amazing. I enjoyed the burger and fried chicken. You should also try the red pepper.”May 2022
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Jeff cheeseburger Net +1
“The "Jeff Cheeseburger" I tried had a good portion size and delicious melting cheese, though it was slightly saltier than preferred.”
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Review excerpts
“The "Jeff Cheeseburger" I tried had a good portion size and delicious melting cheese, though it was slightly saltier than preferred.”September 2024
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Nashville Net +1
“Oh when they say the Nashville is spicy, it is. Not too spicy but it builds and builds.”
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“Oh when they say the Nashville is spicy, it is. Not too spicy but it builds and builds.”February 2024
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Plant burger Net +1
“The best plant burger you can ever try, still i cannot believe it was vegetarian burger.”
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Review excerpts
“The best plant burger you can ever try, still i cannot believe it was vegetarian burger.”November 2023
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Shakes Net +1
“Best burgers ever❤️🥹best shakes🤗I’m in love”
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Review excerpts
“Best burgers ever❤️🥹best shakes🤗I’m in love”October 2024
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Skinny fries Net +1
“Skinny fries was yummy”
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Review excerpts
“Skinny fries was yummy”March 2022
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Milkshake Net +1
“The food was okay, I didn't see anything special about it. The milkshake was good. Staff was really sweet.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was okay, I didn't see anything special about it. The milkshake was good. Staff was really sweet.”August 2021
What to Avoid (1)
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Spicy fries Net −1
“Spicy fries was so so so spicy I can’t complete it .”
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Critical review excerpts
“Spicy fries was so so so spicy I can’t complete it .”March 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid weekends. Visit outside peak weekend periods if you want to reduce the chance of a long queue at this busy market outlet.
Try tenders. If you are unsure what to order, chicken tenders are a dependable starting point; one family enjoyed them with Mayo-chup sauce.
Choose spice. Ask about the spice level before ordering: the Nashville builds noticeably, while medium chili was described as strong.
Expect counter service. You order at the counter and may see a tip prompt on the card terminal; the review notes that leaving it at 0 is possible.
Try Sando Fries. Sando Fries are a useful side to consider, with several reviews rating the fried chicken version more consistently than the sandwiches.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Pickl, Time Out Market, Souk Al Bahar
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Common Concerns
High pricing
One customer considered the bill high: 207 AED for two burgers, two fancy fries and two waters.
Tip prompt
The card terminal asks for a tip before payment is completed, which one reviewer found uncomfortable at a counter-service restaurant.
Busy queues
The Time Out Market outlet can involve a long line, especially on weekends.
Salty patties
Some diners found the beef patty noticeably salty, so it may not suit people who prefer lightly seasoned burgers.
Inconsistent service
Service reviews vary sharply, including complaints about small portions, unfriendly responses and a lack of apology after mistakes.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
207 AED
2 burgers and 2 fancy fries + 2 waters
“207 AED for 2 burgers and 2 fancy fries ( one with chicken and one with impossible meat) + 2 waters”Google review · April 2025
31AED
burger
“And the price for the burger is 31AED which is so not worth it”Google review · September 2023
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The Bottom Line
Pickl Time Out Market is a casual burger and fried-chicken counter in Downtown Dubai, inside Time Out Market. It is worth considering if you want a chicken burger, cheeseburger, chicken tenders or loaded fries in one of Dubai’s food-hall settings. Reviews often highlight crisp chicken, soft pillowy buns and bold sauces, while the plant burger has also surprised vegetarian diners.
The strongest recurring choices are the chicken burger and tenders. One reviewer described the chicken as super tender beneath a crisp coating; another liked the freshly cooked tenders with Mayo-chup sauce. Sando Fries are another popular order, though opinions on the chicken sando itself are less consistent.
Beef burgers can be juicy and flavourful, but some diners find the patty salty or the meat taste strong. Nashville spice builds as you eat, so ask about heat if you are sensitive to it. Expect counter ordering and, according to one review, a card-terminal tip prompt before payment.
Prices can feel high for fast food: one party paid 207 AED for two burgers, two fancy fries and two waters. The outlet also gets busy, especially at weekends, so off-peak timing should mean less queuing. The market’s variety and Burj Khalifa views are useful if your group wants different foods.