Sandoz Restaurant Dubai , Al Karama

Sandoz Restaurant Dubai , Al Karama

Al Karama

North Indian restaurant Closed 0 545 841 001

Sandoz Restaurant Dubai is a North Indian restaurant in Al Karama, with a menu that leans into Delhi and Punjabi flavours. Reviewers repeatedly point to the Bhatti Chicken, Palak Patta Chaat, Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani, alongside warm interiors and attentive hospitality.

Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
140 ratings
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82%
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The Good Stuff

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Bhatti Chicken

The Bhatti Chicken is the standout order for many diners, with reviewers praising its smoky flavour and tender, well-spiced preparation.

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Butter Chicken

The Punjabi Butter Chicken is repeatedly described as rich and creamy, with one diner especially enjoying the generous gravy.

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What to Eat at Sandoz Restaurant Dubai , Al Karama

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Sandoz Restaurant Dubai , Al Karama, 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

  1. Dal makhani Net +6
    “Best Dal Makhani i ever had in past 5 years. Very yummy food altogether.”
  2. Mutton keema Net +5
    “The food is amazing. We tried mutton keema and full stars to it.”
  3. Butter paneer masala Net +3
    “For the main course, we had their Dal Makhni and Butter Paneer Masala with fresh breads. Everything tasted amazing, so comforting and homely.”
  4. Dahi ke sholay Net +3
    “The Dahi ke Sholay were super addictive too.”
  5. Ice cream with brownie Net +3
    “- Ice cream with Brownie was the perfect ending to a beautiful dinner. Warm tasty brownie with delicious vanilla ice cream.”
  6. Butter garlic naan Net +2
    “Heard a lot of good reviews on their Bhatti chicken , palak patta chaat and butter garlic naan , tried them and they were too brilliant. The burst of flavors from Bhatti chicken is beyond words.”
  7. Butter naan Net +2
    “2. Butter naan: tasted nice. Could have been more fluffy.. The dough was well made: 4/5”
  8. Chicken seekh kebab Net +2
    “Loved the food here!!! We had the chicken seekh kebab which was really good.👌Great ambience and the service is exceptional.Its a must try if you're around Karama.😊😊”
  9. Gulab jamun Net +2
    “We finished with gulab jamun for dessert. I loved the texture of the balls, though the syrup was a bit too sweet for my taste.”
  10. Seekh kebabs Net +2
    “The seekh kebabs were juicy, well-grilled, and perfectly seasoned.”
Honorable mentions (32)
  1. Chicken biriyani Net +1
    “We ordered drinks- mango lassi, passion fruit etc all were very tasty , Butter chicken was too good, chicken biriyani and malai chicken tikka and there was one more medium spicy tikka -dont remmember the name -bt they were yum .”
  2. Mutton seekh kebab Net +1
    “We tried deir bhatti chicken tikka, mutton seekh kabab, Dahi ke shole, mutton keema.... It was mouth watering....”
  3. Afghani chicken Net +1
    “Afghani chicken - non spicy but very good”
  4. Authentic delhi-style butter chicken Net +1
    “If you’re craving authentic Delhi-style butter chicken in Dubai, this place definitely delivers. The flavors are rich, comforting, and true to what you’d expect from a classic North Indian preparation.”
  5. Bhatti chicken kebab Net +1
    “The food was outstanding — from the smoky Bhatti Chicken Kebab to the flavorful Mutton Keema, biryani, and freshly made naans. Every dish was packed with authentic North Indian taste and cooked to perfection.”
  6. Bhatti chicken tikka Net +1
    “We also loved the Chicken & Mutton Seekh Kebabs, Bhatti Chicken Tikka, Dahi Ke Sholey, and Palak Patta Chaat—each dish was packed with flavour.”
  7. Biryani Net +1
    “The tandoori was beautifully soft and well-spiced, and the biryani was absolutely amazing!.”
  8. Chicken bhatti Net +1
    “Excellent food!! Chicken bhatti and chilli potato was really good. Service, staff and ambience are amazing.”
  9. Chicken kabaab Net +1
    “Paneer tikka and chicken kabaab was mind blowing … butter chicken was on top awesome 🥰🥰”
  10. Chicken momos Net +1
    “Chicken momos - the inside was juicy and good filling”
  11. Chicken tikka Net +1
    “We ordered chicken biriyani, veg pulao, chicken tikka, and fish tikka — everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The biriyani was perfectly cooked and aromatic, the tikkas were juicy and well-marinated, and even the veg pulao was beautifully balanced and tasty.”
  12. Chilli potato Net +1
    “Excellent food!! Chicken bhatti and chilli potato was really good. Service, staff and ambience are amazing.”
  13. Chilly chicken Net +1
    “Unbelievable taste. Dum biriyani, mutton sheik, Sandoz special chicken, and chilly chicken. Finished with lime soda. Everything was top notch. Great taste.”
  14. Deir bhatti chicken tikka Net +1
    “We tried deir bhatti chicken tikka, mutton seekh kabab, Dahi ke shole, mutton keema.... It was mouth watering....”
  15. Fish tikka Net +1
    “We ordered chicken biriyani, veg pulao, chicken tikka, and fish tikka — everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The biriyani was perfectly cooked and aromatic, the tikkas were juicy and well-marinated, and even the veg pulao was beautifully balanced and tasty.”
  16. Kheema pav Net +1
    “Kheema pav- was very yummy”
  17. Lamb chops Net +1
    “A special mention must be made of their signature Lamb Chops – absolutely outstanding. Perfectly cooked, tender, and packed with rich, authentic flavors, they are without a doubt the star of the menu. Every bite was a reminder of true culinary craftsmanship. If you’re visiting Sandos, the lamb chops are a must-order dish.”
  18. Malai chicken tikka Net +1
    “We ordered drinks- mango lassi, passion fruit etc all were very tasty , Butter chicken was too good, chicken biriyani and malai chicken tikka and there was one more medium spicy tikka -dont remmember the name -bt they were yum .”
  19. Mint chaas Net +1
    “Ramesh provided excellent service — he is truly one of the best. Our star of the visit was Naveen, who made the absolute best mint chaas. You should definitely try it; it makes you feel like you are in India.”
  20. Murgh malai chicken Net +1
    “The dishes we had and highly recommend are : Bhatti Chicken , Murgh malai chicken , palak patta chaat , paneer butter masala , butter garlic Naan and brownie w ice cream”
  21. Mutton biryani Net +1
    “For mains, the Mutton Biryani, Keema Mutton, Dal Makhani, and Paneer Butter Masala truly delivered comfort and quality. Refreshing mocktails were a great addition to the meal.”
  22. Noodles Net +1
    “😊 Food was delicious especially the noodles and veggie dishes.”
  23. Paneer tikka Net +1
    “Paneer tikka and chicken kabaab was mind blowing … butter chicken was on top awesome 🥰🥰”
  24. Pudina mirch chaas Net +1
    “However, the highlight of our visit was the pudina mirch chaas. It was really refreshing, tasty, and definitely the best part of the meal.”
  25. Raita Net +1
    “We had palak patta chaat which my girl loved it. Raita was yummy and amazing.”
  26. Sandoz batti murg Net +1
    “Food was really amazing. Palak pata chat, chicken seekh kebab and sandoz batti murg were top notch. Dum chicken biryani needs slight improvement.”
  27. Sandoz bhatti chicken Net +1
    “- Sandoz Bhatti Chicken which was the absolute best. I haven't had a better starter in Dubai.”
  28. Sandoz special chicken Net +1
    “Unbelievable taste. Dum biriyani, mutton sheik, Sandoz special chicken, and chilly chicken. Finished with lime soda. Everything was top notch. Great taste.”
  29. Street style noddles Net +1
    “Street style noddles - very good”
  30. Veg pulao Net +1
    “We ordered chicken biriyani, veg pulao, chicken tikka, and fish tikka — everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The biriyani was perfectly cooked and aromatic, the tikkas were juicy and well-marinated, and even the veg pulao was beautifully balanced and tasty.”
  31. Veg steamed momos Net +1
    “We started with the veg steamed momos, which were decent and tasted fine.”
  32. Pindi channa Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “For the main course, we tried the Pindi channa and dal makhni—both were just okay, nothing very special or memorable.”

Drinks 4

  1. Chai Net +1
    “Even the chai was on point, hot and strong without being too sweet.”
  2. Cold coffee Net +1
    “Cold coffee - good”
  3. Mango lassi Net +1
    “We ordered drinks- mango lassi, passion fruit etc all were very tasty , Butter chicken was too good, chicken biriyani and malai chicken tikka and there was one more medium spicy tikka -dont remmember the name -bt they were yum .”
  4. Tea Net +1
    “Loved the starter and their new dessert dish was a hit! Tea was also good.”
What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

  1. Dum chicken biryani Net −1
    “Food was really amazing. Palak pata chat, chicken seekh kebab and sandoz batti murg were top notch. Dum chicken biryani needs slight improvement.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Start Here. Begin with Bhatti Chicken or Palak Patta Chaat; both are repeatedly singled out, with the chaat described as crispy, fresh and tangy.

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Ask Ahead. If visiting at a busy time, allow extra time or check the current wait, as one dinner involved roughly 45 minutes waiting for the main course.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Al Raisi Power Solutions (L.L.C
Al Karama, Dubai
0 545 841 001
Mon12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Service Delays

One dinner visit involved a 15-minute wait to order, another 15 minutes for the starter and about 45 minutes for the main course.

Biryani Variation

The Dum Chicken Biryani received mixed feedback, with one reviewer saying it needed improvement and another finding it closer to pulao.

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The Bottom Line

Sandoz Restaurant Dubai is a North Indian restaurant in Al Karama focused on Delhi and Punjabi-style food. For a first visit, the most useful starting point is the Bhatti Chicken, followed by Palak Patta Chaat and either Punjabi Butter Chicken or Dal Makhani. Reviewers describe the chicken as smoky and well-spiced, the chaat as crispy and tangy, and the curries as rich and comforting.

The setting is part of the appeal. Diners mention warm, inviting interiors, Punjabi music and a distinctive truck cab used as a decor feature. Families and larger groups appear well catered for in the reviews, including a dinner for nine people.

Staff are often described as attentive and helpful with menu explanations, although service has not been perfectly consistent. There are two practical cautions. One visit reported a 15-minute wait before ordering and around 45 minutes for the main course, while another review said the kitchen was slightly slow on a weekend.

The biryani also receives mixed feedback: some diners found it aromatic and delicious, but others wanted improvement or felt the chicken version resembled pulao. Pricing was described as reasonable for the food, ambience and portion sizes, though not the cheapest option.

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