Mutton Pulao
Mutton pulao is repeatedly praised for its home-style taste, generous rice portions and tender meat.
Qasr Al Hira Kitchen
Al Quoz
Qasr Al Hira Kitchen is a budget-friendly takeaway and delivery restaurant in Al Quoz, known in reviews for mutton pulao and chicken biryani. It also serves mess meals, while dine-in is available only in a small, basic space, so it suits affordable everyday meals and group orders more than a leisurely restaurant visit.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
534 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Chicken Biryani
Customers describe the chicken biryani as freshly prepared, flavourful and affordable, with meat falling easily off the bones.
Large Portions
Several reviews mention portions large enough for leftovers, seconds or sharing, including a meal priced at AED 12.00.
Bulk Orders
The kitchen accepts bulk orders, which reviewers have used for large gatherings at construction sites.
Mess System
A mess system is available for recurring meals, alongside the takeaway and delivery service.
Friendly Service
Some customers report friendly, prompt service and a helpful ordering experience.
What to Eat at Qasr Al Hira Kitchen 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 Qasr Al Hira Kitchen, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Qasr Al Hira Kitchen got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Mutton pulao Net +8
“Just look at that mutton pulao amazing quality, tastes very good”
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Review excerpts
“Just look at that mutton pulao amazing quality, tastes very good”January 2026
“Alhamduoillah I'm always coming here they treat me really good and the food is on another level specially their mutton pulao and biryani”November 2025
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Chicken biryani Net +5
“I loved their chicken biryani, this chicken biryani is better than any 5 star restaurant I have tried and it's affordable but no compromise on quality”
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Review excerpts
“I loved their chicken biryani, this chicken biryani is better than any 5 star restaurant I have tried and it's affordable but no compromise on quality”November 2025
“Must say, their Chicken Biryaanis are really very good! Amazing taste and they make as per your liking incase you have a get together at home. Highly recommended !!!”November 2024
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Chicken pulao Net +1
“Finally I decided to give my feedback I frequently try chicken and mutton pulao or mostly rice dishes even once I tried biryani also, felt taste each piece of rice, very good tasty food. I need to ask them if they cook other than rice I will try next time.”
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Review excerpts
“Finally I decided to give my feedback I frequently try chicken and mutton pulao or mostly rice dishes even once I tried biryani also, felt taste each piece of rice, very good tasty food. I need to ask them if they cook other than rice I will try next time.”July 2024
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Mutton biryani Net +1
“Their chicken biryani and mutton biryani were freshly prepared and delicious, also accompanied with a side of harees and mint yoghurt raitha. Meats fell easily off the bones and the rice was fluffy and flavourful. Generous portion sizes at affordable prices and plenty of leftovers to enjoy seconds and thirds. Recommended for those on restricted budget. Service staff were friendly and prompt. There is a very small space to dine in for 2-4 adults max.”
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Review excerpts
“Their chicken biryani and mutton biryani were freshly prepared and delicious, also accompanied with a side of harees and mint yoghurt raitha. Meats fell easily off the bones and the rice was fluffy and flavourful. Generous portion sizes at affordable prices and plenty of leftovers to enjoy seconds and thirds. Recommended for those on restricted budget. Service staff were friendly and prompt. There is a very small space to dine in for 2-4 adults max.”September 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Biriyani Net −1
“I ordered biriyani at 12 pm ,they delivered at 2 pm and after receiving the food it was totally messed And even we are not find out the rice which condition was very bad and need to through it dust bin. first time ordered from them and unable to eat.Very very bad experience.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered biriyani at 12 pm ,they delivered at 2 pm and after receiving the food it was totally messed And even we are not find out the rice which condition was very bad and need to through it dust bin. first time ordered from them and unable to eat.Very very bad experience.”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Delivery. Confirm the dish, address and ETA before ordering; one customer waited 2 hours and 15 minutes for a mutton pulao delivery.
Check Seating. Call ahead if you plan to eat in, as a review says the space fits only 2-4 adults.
Allow Time. Leave extra time for delivery rather than ordering close to a fixed mealtime; a Ramadan order was expected after Iftar.
Plan Parking. If driving, look for parking at the nearby shopping centre; the restaurant is on a service lane and parking is not directly outside.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz - Dubai
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 7:30 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM – 3:30 AM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:30 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Delivery Delays
Multiple customers report late or cancelled deliveries, including a biryani order that arrived two hours late and in poor condition.
Poor Hygiene
Reviews raise serious hygiene concerns, including a report of hair found in the food and another describing very poor cleanliness.
Limited Seating
Dine-in space is described as very small, with one review estimating room for only two to four adults.
Order Communication
Some customers say messages were ignored and staff gave conflicting delivery updates or failed to answer calls.
Dish Availability
A customer waited an hour before being told the ordered mutton pulao was unavailable.
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The Bottom Line
Qasr Al Hira Kitchen is a budget-focused takeaway and delivery spot in Al Quoz, with a small dine-in area. The main draws are mutton pulao and chicken biryani: reviewers describe fluffy, flavourful rice, meat that falls off the bones and portions generous enough for seconds and leftovers. It also handles bulk orders and has a mess system for recurring meals.
Prices mentioned by customers are notably low, including a 10 AED mutton pulao described as enough for two people, although the wording comes from an older review and should not be treated as a current menu price. Another customer reported a 15 AED rice plate for home delivery. Reviews also mention a membership card that stamps each meal and gives the tenth meal free.
The trade-off is consistency. Several customers praise the taste and service, but others report delayed, cancelled or misdirected deliveries, ignored messages and dishes becoming unavailable after ordering. Hygiene feedback is mixed and includes a complaint about hair in the food, while the seating is cramped and unsuitable for a family meal according to one review.
For a first order, confirm the dish, address and delivery time, and consider takeaway or collection if timing matters. Parking may require using the neighbouring shopping centre rather than stopping directly outside.