Kadhai pairing
The kadhai and soft khameeri roti are a standout combination, with reviewers praising the rich, spicy flavour.
Ravi Darbar
Bur Dubai
Ravi Darbar is a Pakistani-style restaurant in Bur Dubai serving Indian and desi dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews make it worth considering for hearty everyday meals such as kadhai with khameeri roti, dal kichdi, and budget-friendly grills.
Reputation Score
3.7
★★★★☆
176 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Dal dishes
Dal kichdi and dal tadkha receive specific praise, including one review calling the dal kichdi the best they had in Dubai.
Home-style okra
A long-term customer highlights the okra curry and says it has kept the same taste over five years.
Late hours
One review describes the restaurant as open 24/7, with hot food and fast service—useful for an off-hours meal.
Budget meals
Several customers describe the food as economical, with family-friendly and budget-conscious dining mentioned repeatedly.
Grills
Grills are described as a speciality, with mutton seekh kebab, mutton chaap, and mutton kebab all receiving positive mentions.
What to Eat at Ravi Darbar 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 Ravi Darbar, 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 Ravi Darbar, 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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Dal kichdi Net +2
“Best dal kichdi ever had in dubai Good food and budget friendly 👌”
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Review excerpts
“Best dal kichdi ever had in dubai Good food and budget friendly 👌”May 2026
“Dal khichri was good but butter chicken was very sweet and the chicken was not properly cooked.”June 2023
Honorable mentions (14)
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Chicken hot and sour soup Net +1
“Just had Chicken Hot And Sour Soup and it was very Delicious..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Just had Chicken Hot And Sour Soup and it was very Delicious..”December 2023
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Chicken masala Net +1
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”
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Review excerpts
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”February 2024
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Dal gosht Net +1
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”February 2024
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Dal tadkha Net +1
“I tried their dal tadkha and roti... Roti was soft and dal was yummy...”
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Review excerpts
“I tried their dal tadkha and roti... Roti was soft and dal was yummy...”October 2024
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Fried rice Net +1
“Chi cz Fried Rice was good..Desi style..must include more combos like nan gravy.chinese etc”
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Review excerpts
“Chi cz Fried Rice was good..Desi style..must include more combos like nan gravy.chinese etc”May 2025
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Kadhai Net +1
“But do yourself a favor—try their Kadhai and Khameeri Roti. Bhayankar hai, bhai! 🔥 Absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. The Khameeri Roti is soft, fresh, and pairs perfectly with the spicy Kadhai.”
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Review excerpts
“But do yourself a favor—try their Kadhai and Khameeri Roti. Bhayankar hai, bhai! 🔥 Absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. The Khameeri Roti is soft, fresh, and pairs perfectly with the spicy Kadhai.”July 2026
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Khameeri roti Net +1
“But do yourself a favor—try their Kadhai and Khameeri Roti. Bhayankar hai, bhai! 🔥 Absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. The Khameeri Roti is soft, fresh, and pairs perfectly with the spicy Kadhai.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“But do yourself a favor—try their Kadhai and Khameeri Roti. Bhayankar hai, bhai! 🔥 Absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. The Khameeri Roti is soft, fresh, and pairs perfectly with the spicy Kadhai.”July 2026
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Mutton chaap Net +1
“I tried a couple of dishes in which I liked the mutton chaap the most.”
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Review excerpts
“I tried a couple of dishes in which I liked the mutton chaap the most.”May 2023
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Mutton karahi Net +1
“Their mutton karahi also must try..”
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Review excerpts
“Their mutton karahi also must try..”October 2024
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Mutton sheekh kababa Net +1
“Tried the Mutton Sheekh Kababa and Daal.. it was amazing..”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Tried the Mutton Sheekh Kababa and Daal.. it was amazing..”July 2025
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Okra curry Net +1
“Their okra curry is so delicious that once you try it, you'll remember it again and again. 😋”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Their okra curry is so delicious that once you try it, you'll remember it again and again. 😋”May 2026
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Butter chicken Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I have tried many of their dishes, but the butter chicken was always my favorite. The owner was friendly too and the food was delicious, at least I think so.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I have tried many of their dishes, but the butter chicken was always my favorite. The owner was friendly too and the food was delicious, at least I think so.”March 2019
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Mutton paya Net 0
Mixed feedback
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”February 2024
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Paratha Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Yesterday i did breakfast in ravi darbar karam restaurant. Service is not very well. Food is also little bit good. And the bread(Roti' Paratha) price is more than all around dubai restaurant.ravi darbar roti price is 2 dirham. While other restaurants have 1 dirham price (roti' paratha etc) i dislike Ravi darbar .”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Yesterday i did breakfast in ravi darbar karam restaurant. Service is not very well. Food is also little bit good. And the bread(Roti' Paratha) price is more than all around dubai restaurant.ravi darbar roti price is 2 dirham. While other restaurants have 1 dirham price (roti' paratha etc) i dislike Ravi darbar .”August 2024
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Chicken biryani Net −1
“Visited Ravi Darbar in Bur Dubai for chicken biryani, hoping for an authentic meal, but it was a big letdown. The biryani tasted like plain colored rice, with no real spices or flavor, making it bland and unappealing.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Visited Ravi Darbar in Bur Dubai for chicken biryani, hoping for an authentic meal, but it was a big letdown. The biryani tasted like plain colored rice, with no real spices or flavor, making it bland and unappealing.”November 2024
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Chicken chilli Net −1
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“And twice, recently been there, dragged along my partners in crime, going there with a humongous appetite. Mutton Paya is a must have, a variant of the Bone Broth. Dal Gosht is a succulent mix of two proteins - lentils and lamb meat. Chicken Masala was pretty good. The only dish I've been disappointed with was the chicken chilli.”February 2024
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Nehari Net −1
“My order was nehari with roti. Nehari had many meat slices but the taste was not satisfactory. The smooth silkyness was not there of the slow cooking with fat and meat.”
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Critical review excerpts
“My order was nehari with roti. Nehari had many meat slices but the taste was not satisfactory. The smooth silkyness was not there of the slow cooking with fat and meat.”July 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Try pairing. Order the Kadhai with Khameeri Roti; one reviewer specifically says the soft bread pairs well with the spicy dish.
Check totals. Confirm the price before paying, especially at breakfast: one customer said the same chana-and-paratha order changed from 4 AED to 9 AED.
Choose timing. Morning service was described as better than evening service, so breakfast or an earlier visit may be preferable.
Consider takeaway. If cleanliness is a concern, consider takeaway rather than dining in; one reviewer specifically suggested that option.
Manage expectations. Go for an informal, functional meal rather than ambience; reviews mention outdoor and indoor seating but no real atmosphere.
Check orders. For delivery or parcels, verify that the dish and quantity match the order before accepting it.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Bur Dubai - Al Fahidi - Dubai
Bur Dubai - Al Fahidi, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Hygiene concerns
Multiple reviews report unhygienic dishes, flies, cockroaches, or poorly maintained premises.
Service inconsistency
Service ranges from quick and courteous to complaints about rude language, poor communication, and incorrect orders.
Bland biryani
A chicken biryani review found the rice bland and lacking the expected spices, chutney, and sides.
Unclear charges
Customers have reported being charged more than expected or receiving different quantities or items in parcels.
Limited atmosphere
Reviews describe functional interiors, crowded surroundings, and little ambience rather than a polished dining setting.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
2 dirham
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“ravi darbar roti price is 2 dirham”Google review · August 2024
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The Bottom Line
Ravi Darbar is a Pakistani-style Indian restaurant in Bur Dubai for straightforward desi meals rather than a polished night out. The most useful dishes to consider are Kadhai with Khameeri Roti, dal kichdi, okra curry and the grills; mutton seekh kebab, mutton chaap and mutton paya all appear in the reviews. It also has indoor and outdoor seating, and one customer describes 24/7 service.
The food is often described as fresh, generous and budget-friendly. A regular customer has returned for five years for the okra curry, while another calls the dal kichdi the best they have had in Dubai. Breakfast is another draw, and reviewers mention quick service and hot food.
The restaurant also provides takeaway and, according to one review, free home delivery. The experience is uneven, so go with realistic expectations. Several reviews raise serious hygiene concerns, including flies, cockroaches and poorly washed dishes.
Service can be courteous and fast, but other customers report rude communication, delayed or incorrect orders, and unclear charges. Chicken biryani was criticised as bland, while butter chicken was found too sweet and undercooked in one review. The setting is functional and informal, with little ambience.
Check prices and your order before paying, especially for breakfast or parcels.