Porotta variety
Bun, nool, keema, stuffed and paal porotta are repeatedly praised, especially with beef curry or gravy.
POROTTA HUT
Al Qusais
Porotta Hut in Al Qusais is a South Indian restaurant centred on Kerala-style porotta and hearty gravies. The porotta with beef coconut fry is a standout pairing, while biryani, seafood and distinctive dishes such as orange chicken give first-time visitors plenty to explore.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
205 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Beef dishes
Beef coconut fry is a consistent favourite, with reviewers also calling the beef tender, rich and well spiced.
Biryani
The Tamil-style chicken biryani and kallumakaya biryani both receive specific praise for flavour and freshness.
Distinctive dishes
Orange chicken is described as juicy with a balanced sweet-tangy flavour, and water-grilled fish is another recommended choice.
Family welcome
Reviewers describe warm, attentive hospitality, including especially considerate service for families with children.
Clean setting
Several reviews mention a neat, clean restaurant with a comfortable or peaceful atmosphere.
Suhoor buffet
The suhoor buffet is reported to have good variety and flavour, making it a useful seasonal option.
Tips for a Better Visit
Time porotta. Porotta varieties may only be available after 4pm, so ask before ordering if you arrive for lunch.
Check prices. Check the bill against the current menu price before paying, as one diner reported outdated printed prices.
Avoid peak suhoor. During Ramadan, expect iftar and suhoor periods to be busy; visit outside those windows for a calmer meal.
Try beef. For a first order, pair a porotta variety with beef coconut fry or beef Nadan curry, both specifically recommended.
Plan the visit
Practical details
3 Damascus Street
Al Qusais - Al Qusais Ind. Second, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Price mismatch
One diner was charged more than the printed menu and flyer prices after being told they had increased.
Porotta inconsistency
Some visits found nool and bun porotta hard, and one reviewer said quality had declined considerably over four months.
Biryani temperature
A Sunday lunch review reported that the mutton and other biryanis arrived cold and overly oily.
Slow service
One reviewer found the service quite slow despite rating the food highly.
Portion concern
A diner felt large portions were not enough for two people and found staff rude when asking about it.
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The Bottom Line
Porotta Hut in Al Qusais is built around Kerala-style porotta, but the menu goes beyond the bread. Start with a bun, nool, keema or paal porotta and pair it with beef coconut fry; reviewers repeatedly praise that combination, with one calling the beef perfectly cooked and packed with flavour. Tamil-style biryani, seafood dishes and orange chicken give groups useful alternatives.
The restaurant suits family meals, with several reviews describing friendly, attentive staff and a warm approach to children. The setting is generally reported as clean and comfortable, while weekday visits have been described as peaceful. Seasonal diners also mention a varied, worthwhile suhoor buffet, although iftar and suhoor periods can become busy.
There are a few reasons to manage expectations. Porotta quality is not completely consistent: some diners found the nool and bun versions hard, and another reported a noticeable decline over four months. Service has occasionally been slow, while one Sunday lunch visit found the biryani cold and oily.
A more serious practical caution is pricing: one customer said the printed menu and flyer were outdated and the final bill was much higher. Parking is paid RTA parking, with weekends reported as difficult, so check the bill and plan your timing.
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