Coastal menu
The menu brings together coastal cuisine from Goa, Mangalore and Kerala, with Goan and Mangalorean dishes especially well represented.
RASA COASTAL VIBES - BURDUBAI
Al Karama
Rasa Coastal Vibes is a family restaurant focused on coastal dishes from Kerala, Mangalore and Goa. Reviews highlight its Goan food, thali meals and lively evenings with live music and dancing.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
540 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Thali meals
Thali meals are a recurring favourite, including a well-liked patrao thali and a Goan fish thali with fish curry rice, rasam and bebinca.
Live music
Live performances, especially Goan classics and Konkani music, give the dining room an evening-out feel, with dancing mentioned by several guests.
Party setup
Reviews describe celebrations being arranged to request, including venue decoration, special songs, cake-cutting and candle lighting.
Kids area
One family review noted a small outdoor play area, useful when parents want to enjoy their meal with children nearby.
Prompt service
When service runs smoothly, guests describe attentive staff and orders arriving promptly.
What to Eat at RASA COASTAL VIBES - BURDUBAI 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 RASA COASTAL VIBES - BURDUBAI, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of RASA COASTAL VIBES - BURDUBAI, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Bamboo biryani Net +1
“Their bamboo biryani is a must try.”
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“Their bamboo biryani is a must try.”April 2026
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Bebinka sweet Net +1
“I am from belgaum karnatak weekly i go goa hardly 120km panji from belgaum i was surching for govan fish thali in dubai & i enjoyed food just like in goa Very nice food with fish curry rice rasam Coram & famous goan sweet bebinka sweet with this all I got good service to i never felt that i am in dubai realy I enjoyed food i request u all once vist to this place”
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“I am from belgaum karnatak weekly i go goa hardly 120km panji from belgaum i was surching for govan fish thali in dubai & i enjoyed food just like in goa Very nice food with fish curry rice rasam Coram & famous goan sweet bebinka sweet with this all I got good service to i never felt that i am in dubai realy I enjoyed food i request u all once vist to this place”May 2026
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Beef varutharachath Net +1
“The staffs are amazing ,and for dinner we tried Kerala Appam and Beef Varutharachath, it was super delicious, The chef is a kerala guy, he came to us and asked about the dishes and tastes, So kind and Extra ordinary Chef.”
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Review excerpts
“The staffs are amazing ,and for dinner we tried Kerala Appam and Beef Varutharachath, it was super delicious, The chef is a kerala guy, he came to us and asked about the dishes and tastes, So kind and Extra ordinary Chef.”March 2026
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Brownie sizzling with ice cream Net +1
“Brownie sizzling with ice cream 5/5”
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“Brownie sizzling with ice cream 5/5”September 2024
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Chicken cafrael Net +1
“We also tried Chicken Cafrael, which was very tasty.”
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“We also tried Chicken Cafrael, which was very tasty.”January 2024
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Chicken shakuti Net +1
“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”
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“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”May 2026
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Chilli fry Net +1
“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”
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“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”May 2026
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Crispy chicken Net +1
“Crispy chicken 4/5”
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“Crispy chicken 4/5”September 2024
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Fish thali Net +1
“I am from belgaum karnatak weekly i go goa hardly 120km panji from belgaum i was surching for govan fish thali in dubai & i enjoyed food just like in goa Very nice food with fish curry rice rasam Coram & famous goan sweet bebinka sweet with this all I got good service to i never felt that i am in dubai realy I enjoyed food i request u all once vist to this place”
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Review excerpts
“I am from belgaum karnatak weekly i go goa hardly 120km panji from belgaum i was surching for govan fish thali in dubai & i enjoyed food just like in goa Very nice food with fish curry rice rasam Coram & famous goan sweet bebinka sweet with this all I got good service to i never felt that i am in dubai realy I enjoyed food i request u all once vist to this place”May 2026
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Home made cocktails Net +1
“Home made cocktails 4/5”
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Review excerpts
“Home made cocktails 4/5”September 2024
Honorable mentions (9)
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Kerala appam Net +1
“The staffs are amazing ,and for dinner we tried Kerala Appam and Beef Varutharachath, it was super delicious, The chef is a kerala guy, he came to us and asked about the dishes and tastes, So kind and Extra ordinary Chef.”
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Review excerpts
“The staffs are amazing ,and for dinner we tried Kerala Appam and Beef Varutharachath, it was super delicious, The chef is a kerala guy, he came to us and asked about the dishes and tastes, So kind and Extra ordinary Chef.”March 2026
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Pani puri shots Net +1
“pani puri shots 5/5”
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“pani puri shots 5/5”September 2024
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Patrao thali Net +1
“Their patrao Thali was best and reasonable. Must try!”
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“Their patrao Thali was best and reasonable. Must try!”June 2026
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Pork chorizo chilly Net +1
“Pork chorizo chilly is my favorite.”
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“Pork chorizo chilly is my favorite.”June 2026
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Ros omelette Net +1
“I ordered Ros omelette and true goan Street food, and it was mouth watering.”
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“I ordered Ros omelette and true goan Street food, and it was mouth watering.”January 2024
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Toddy Net +1
“Tried Goan dishes - pork and fish thali. Toddy was a hit. Offers coastal cuisine from Goa, Mangalore and Kerala. Visited twice”
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“Tried Goan dishes - pork and fish thali. Toddy was a hit. Offers coastal cuisine from Goa, Mangalore and Kerala. Visited twice”March 2026
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Veg stew Net +1
“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”
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“Fantastic dishes like chicken Shakuti, veg stew and chilli fry, with great starters.”May 2026
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Chicken croquettes Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Chicken croquettes 3/5”
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Gadbad ice cream Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“To wrap things up on a sweet note, we ordered the famous Gadbad ice cream 🍨, hoping to relive that classic Mangalore dessert experience. While the food and dessert were good and enjoyable, they didn’t quite exceed our expectations as much as we had hoped.”
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What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Chorizo Net −1
“Very poor quantity of Chorizo (not even quarter of a container) when a take away is ordered .Unfortunately we did escalate to the Mgmt (Allwyn) but they provided no solution instead justified stating as of today this is the quantity offered for approx 70 aed which is absolutely value for money and very different when u dine in at Rasa..”
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Critical review excerpts
“Very poor quantity of Chorizo (not even quarter of a container) when a take away is ordered .Unfortunately we did escalate to the Mgmt (Allwyn) but they provided no solution instead justified stating as of today this is the quantity offered for approx 70 aed which is absolutely value for money and very different when u dine in at Rasa..”June 2026
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Pomfret rechado Net −1
“Pomfret rechado 2/5 as the fried masala was not on fish they would marinated a bit more”
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Critical review excerpts
“Pomfret rechado 2/5 as the fried masala was not on fish they would marinated a bit more”September 2024
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Pork chilly Net −1
“Pork chilly 2/5 not recommended”
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Critical review excerpts
“Pork chilly 2/5 not recommended”September 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Book early. For a birthday or family event, reserve ahead and confirm decoration, menu additions and entertainment arrangements before the day.
Avoid peaks. Consider visiting outside busy Sunday lunch or dinner periods, when one guest reported repeated waits and food arriving slowly.
Try thali. Ask about the patrao thali; one review found it both especially good and reasonably priced.
Try appam. For dinner, consider Kerala appam with Beef Varutharachath, a combination specifically praised by a family reviewer.
Check music. If live entertainment matters to you, ask about the schedule first, as one guest noted 10–15-minute singer breaks.
Check takeaway. If ordering chorizo for delivery, confirm the current portion size before paying, since takeaway quantity was disputed in recent reviews.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Khalid Bin Al Waleed Rd M FLOOR,FORTUNE ATRIUM HOTEL,BURDUBAI
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Some guests experienced long waits and repeated requests, particularly during a busy Sunday lunch when a large group was being served.
Small takeaway
Two reviews complained that the takeaway chorizo portion was much smaller than expected for the stated price.
Food temperature
One Sunday lunch review said the main dishes arrived at room temperature rather than hot.
Meat quality
One repeat visitor reported meat that tasted stale, was undercooked and had excessive fat.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 70
Chorizo
“When we visited 2 months ago the portion of Chorizo was quite generous for the price (AED 70)”Google review · June 2026
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The Bottom Line
Rasa Coastal Vibes is a family restaurant in Al Karama serving coastal food from Goa, Mangalore and Kerala. It is a natural pick for diners looking for Goan flavours, family gatherings and an evening with live music rather than a quiet meal. Reviews describe a lively Goa-inspired setting, regular dancing and welcoming service when the restaurant is running smoothly.
The menu has plenty of specific draws. Guests mention the patrao thali, Goan fish thali with fish curry rice and bebinca, chicken Shakuti, Kerala appam with Beef Varutharachath and bamboo biryani. Pork dishes are also available, including chorizo, which is unusual enough to check out if that is what you are craving.
Drinks, mocktails and cocktails are mentioned too. For celebrations, reviewers say the team can arrange decorations, special songs, cake-cutting and candle lighting. Families may appreciate the small outdoor play area noted in one review.
Booking ahead makes sense for birthdays and larger get-togethers. There are some practical cautions. A Sunday lunch guest reported repeated delays, room-temperature food and inattentive order-taking during a peak period.
Two reviews also criticised the takeaway chorizo portion at around AED 70, so confirm the current serving size before ordering. Live music can include breaks and repeated tracks, so ask about the evening schedule if entertainment is central to your plan.