Succulent kebabs
Persian kebabs, koobideh, chicken and mixed grills are repeatedly described as juicy, tender and freshly made.
Rabo Restaurant
Al Mamzar
Rabo Restaurant is a Persian restaurant in Al Mamzar, located inside Century Mall’s food court. Reviews point to Iranian favourites such as succulent kebabs with saffron rice, plus breakfast dishes including Halim and Ash-e sabzi, served with warm bread and often complimentary starters or sweets.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
357 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Iranian classics
The menu includes well-received dishes such as Ghalyeh maahi, Lubia Polo, Kalla Pocha, Kale Pache and Sabzi Ash.
Generous portions
Several diners found the servings generous, including a lunch with homemade-style food and Lubia Polo.
Free extras
Complimentary food can include dal adas, halva, soup, tea, homemade sweets or a welcome drink.
Warm service
Reviews consistently describe the staff and owners as welcoming, attentive and informative about the food.
Clean setting
The restaurant is described as clean and well organised, with Persian-inspired decoration, music and a cosy feel.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try breakfast. For breakfast, consider Halim or Ash-e sabzi; one review says both came with freshly baked warm bread.
Ask about extras. Ask what is complimentary: reviews mention free dal adas, halva, soup, tea and homemade sweets.
Order grills. The grills are a strong starting point, with reviews highlighting koobideh, grilled chicken and mixed grill.
Expect mall dining. Plan for a food-court atmosphere rather than a fully separate restaurant setting inside the mall.
Check specials. Ask about the day’s dishes: a Monday visit featured Lubia Polo, described as a favourite.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Century Mall - Al Wuheida St
Al Mamzar - Deira, Dubai
Common Concerns
Slow service
One first-time diner found the service somewhat slow, despite strongly recommending the food.
Food-court setting
The mall food-court location may feel less atmospheric than a standalone Persian restaurant.
Lamb concern
One diner found the lamb barg flavour abnormal and later reported severe stomach pain after the meal.
Accessibility incident
A diner using a mobility device reported a plug being removed and being abruptly asked to move seats by one waitress.
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The Bottom Line
Rabo Restaurant is a Persian restaurant in Al Mamzar, inside Century Mall’s food court, with a menu that gives you plenty of recognisable Iranian choices. Kebabs are the main draw: reviewers mention koobideh, grilled chicken, mixed grill and chelo kebab, often describing the meat as juicy, tender or freshly made. Saffron rice and the crisp burnt rice are also worth noticing.
There is more than grill food here. Breakfast diners enjoyed Halim and Ash-e sabzi with freshly baked warm bread, while other reviews mention Ghalyeh maahi, Lubia Polo, Kalla Pocha and Kale Pache. Portions are often called generous, and complimentary extras can include dal adas, halva, soup, tea, a welcome drink and homemade sweets—ask what applies during your visit.
The setting is clean, organised and decorated with a Persian feel, though it remains a mall food-court restaurant rather than a quiet standalone dining room. Service is usually described as warm and attentive, but one diner found it slow. A more serious review raised concerns about one lamb barg meal and a separate accessibility-related interaction with a waitress, so guests with mobility needs may want to confirm seating and charging arrangements in advance.