SANAVS RESTAURANT AND CAFE

Name: SANAVS RESTAURANT AND CAFE
Address: Dubai The Citadel - 10 - Tower S - 011 Marasi Dr, Business Bay, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971526586513

Business Bay

Indian restaurant Closed 0 526 586 513

SANAVS is an Indian restaurant in Business Bay serving North Indian, Mughlai and Desi Chinese dishes. Reviews particularly point to hearty biryani, butter chicken and cheese garlic naan, with a canal-side setting and generally attentive hospitality.

Reputation Score

4.9

★★★★★

617 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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North Indian

Reviewers praise rich North Indian cooking, especially dal makhani, butter chicken, paneer dishes and biryani.

Standout Naan

The cheese garlic naan is repeatedly enjoyed alongside curries, while another guest called the naan the best ever.

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What to Eat at SANAVS RESTAURANT AND CAFE

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of SANAVS RESTAURANT AND CAFE, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 10

Butter chicken Net +6

“Excellent Indian food. I’ve tried a lot of items… very well made… the right kind of spices and kick in each item. My personal fav is butter chicken. It’s sooooo good !!”
Daal makhni Net +5

“The dal makhani and butter chicken were full of flavor!”
Cheese garlic naan Net +3

“And the Cheese Garlic Naan was soft, fresh, and loaded with flavor, making the perfect combination with the curries.”
Lachcha paratha Net +3

“Fresh lachha paratha & naan were perfect, and prices are very reasonable.”
Chicken biryani Net +2

“Had the Chicken Biryani at Sanav’s. The rice was perfectly cooked and good portion side. The Biryani was full of Authentic flavour and very delicious.”
Chicken momos Net +2

“We tried the Kadai Chicken, Amritsari Fish, Tandoori Naan, Lachha Parantha, Chicken Momos, the Shahi Tukda (Chef’s Special) every dish was spot on.”
Chicken tikka Net +2

“We loved the butter chicken and the chicken tikka. They were our favorites.”
Fish amritsari Net +2

“From the crispy and flavorful Fish Amritsari to the juicy Chicken Momos, every bite was a delight.”
Gulab jamuns Net +2

“The gulab jamuns need special mention as they were out of this world.”
Shahi tukda Net +2

“Must try their Paneer dishes, Dal Makhni and Shahi Tukda. The flavors were incredibly rich and satisfying.”

Honorable mentions (29)

Aaloo kulcha Net +1

“We had Chicken Tikka, aaloo Kulcha and Shahid paneer. In sweet we had Gulab Jamun. Appreciating the Chefs hard work in making all dishes super delicious.”
Butter naan Net +1

“The Chicken Handi was rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced — paired beautifully with soft Butter Naan and flaky Lachcha Paratha.”
Butter paneer Net +1

“My kids enjoyed butter chicken while we enjoyed vegetable briyani, butter paneer and malai kofta.”
Chatpata chapp Net +1

“In delhi we eat chatpata chapp, makhni daal full punjabi style. So we loved it❤️.. must try agar specially you are delhi food lover.”
Chicken chilli Net +1

“Today I went to this perfect place for Indian food sanavas in business bay their food is absolutely delicious I really like their chicken chilli , garlic noodles and their butter chicken was star of the show last but delicious Dhabi tukda was yummm definitely visit next time”
Chicken handi Net +1

“The Chicken Handi was rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced — paired beautifully with soft Butter Naan and flaky Lachcha Paratha.”
Chicken manchow soup Net +1

“The chicken manchow soup, malai murgh tikka, and hara chicken were all full of flavour and generous in portions.”
Chicken manchurian Net +1

“The Chicken Manchurian brought in those bold Indo-Chinese flavors we all crave! 🥢🍗”
Dal maharani Net +1

“The Dal Maharani was slow-cooked to perfection — thick, buttery, and truly comforting.”
Dhabi tukda Net +1

“Today I went to this perfect place for Indian food sanavas in business bay their food is absolutely delicious I really like their chicken chilli , garlic noodles and their butter chicken was star of the show last but delicious Dhabi tukda was yummm definitely visit next time”
Garlic noodles Net +1

“Today I went to this perfect place for Indian food sanavas in business bay their food is absolutely delicious I really like their chicken chilli , garlic noodles and their butter chicken was star of the show last but delicious Dhabi tukda was yummm definitely visit next time”
Hakka noodles Net +1

“Had Momos and Hakka Noodles. The Best Indian Chinese food in Business Bay, Dubai. I visit from Oman. Highly Recommend.”
Hara chicken Net +1

“The chicken manchow soup, malai murgh tikka, and hara chicken were all full of flavour and generous in portions.”
Kadai chicken Net +1

“We tried the Kadai Chicken, Amritsari Fish, Tandoori Naan, Lachha Parantha, Chicken Momos, the Shahi Tukda (Chef’s Special) every dish was spot on.”
Malai chicken kebab Net +1

“The momos, paneer tikka and malai chicken kebab were very tasty.”
Malai kofta Net +1

“My kids enjoyed butter chicken while we enjoyed vegetable briyani, butter paneer and malai kofta.”
Malai murgh tikka Net +1

“The chicken manchow soup, malai murgh tikka, and hara chicken were all full of flavour and generous in portions.”
Masala paneer Net +1

“- Masala Paneer ***** - Prantha ***** - Rice **** The food was good. Was little disappointed with masala Chaap. Dal Makhni and Paneer were good.”
Mutton momos Net +1

“Tried there signature mutton momo and those were delicious”
Mutton rara Net +1

“We ate Lunch. Mutton Rara, Garlic Naam with Kebabs. Delicious Taste. Best Restaurant in Business Bay, Downtown Dubai. Must Visit to try authentic Indian Food”
Non-veg thali Net +1

“I had their non-veg thali, and it was really delicious. The food was flavorful, the portions were satisfying, and the prices were very economical. Great value for money!”
Paneer lababadar Net +1

“I've never had so tasty dal makhni in long time. This place is too good. Their north indian food is must.. Highly recommended their dal makhni and paneer lababadar.”
Paneer tikka Net +1

“The momos, paneer tikka and malai chicken kebab were very tasty.”
Shahi paneer Net +1

“The Shahi Paneer was absolutely rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with authentic flavors.”
Shahid paneer Net +1

“We had Chicken Tikka, aaloo Kulcha and Shahid paneer. In sweet we had Gulab Jamun. Appreciating the Chefs hard work in making all dishes super delicious.”
Tandoori chicken Net +1

“Tandoori Chicken and Mutton Rogan Josh along with Garlic Cheese Naan.”
Tandoori naan Net +1

“We tried the Kadai Chicken, Amritsari Fish, Tandoori Naan, Lachha Parantha, Chicken Momos, the Shahi Tukda (Chef’s Special) every dish was spot on.”
Veg biryani Net 0

Mixed feedback

“My kids enjoyed butter chicken while we enjoyed vegetable briyani, butter paneer and malai kofta.”
Tandoori chaap Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“-Tandoori Chaap - 3/5 looks perfect but the flavour was only on the outside and the inside felt like eating raw/plain, spiceless Chaap.”

Drinks 4

Fresh lime soda (sweet & salt) Net +1

“The Fresh Lime Soda (sweet & salt) was the perfect start.”
Mango lassi Net +1

“-Mango Lassi - 4/5”
Watermelon juice Net +1

“And to top it off, the Watermelon Juice was refreshingly sweet — the perfect cooler for Dubai’s heat! 🍉🧊”
Watermelon mojito Net +1

“-Watermelon mojito - 3.5/5”

What to Avoid (2)

Food 2

Masala chaap Net −1

“- Masala Chaap *** - Daal Makhni ***** - Masala Paneer ***** - Prantha ***** - Rice **** The food was good. Was little disappointed with masala Chaap. Dal Makhni and Paneer were good.”
Mutton biryani Net −1

“-Mutton Biryani - 3/5 Few of the pieces had good flavour/species while the rice was ok to have but did not feel like finishing the plate.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Specify Spice. Tell the team clearly whether you want spicy or non-spicy preparation; one table found the requested level inconsistent.

Try Breakfast. For a low-cost morning meal, check the unlimited breakfast deal reported at 15 AED, including chai.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Dubai The Citadel - 10 - Tower S - 011 Marasi Dr

Business Bay, Dubai

0 526 586 513

Mon	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Tue	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Wed	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Thu	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat	12:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun	Closed

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Common Concerns

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Uneven Spice

Spice levels were inconsistent for one table: starters were mild, then the biryani became too spicy to eat.

Biryani Quality

One reviewer found the vegetable biryani oily and closer to masala rice, with too many chilli pieces.

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The Bottom Line

SANAVS is an Indian restaurant in Business Bay with a menu that moves from North Indian and Mughlai favourites to Indo-Chinese dishes. You can come for butter chicken, mutton rogan josh, chicken biryani, momos or cheese garlic naan; the reviews suggest especially strong cooking across curries, breads and several tandoor dishes. Value is a consistent part of the story.

Diners describe generous portions and economical pricing, and one review reports an unlimited breakfast for 15 AED with chai. Lunch offers have also appeared, including a reported 50% discount on biryani, so it is worth checking what is running when you visit. Takeaway and delivery through Talabat, Careem and noon were also mentioned.

The atmosphere is described as warm and comfortable, with some diners enjoying views towards the Dubai Water Canal. The visible kitchen is a nice practical detail: you can watch food being cooked. Service is generally described as friendly and attentive.

Spice handling needs clearer communication, though; one table received mild starters followed by biryani that was too hot to eat. Another reviewer found the vegetable biryani oily and the chicken tikka wet. Also note that access involves stairs.