Affordable meals
One reviewer said three people could have lunch or dinner for less than 50Aed.
Sarab Al Madina Restaurant (Branch)
Al Quoz
Sarab Al Madina Restaurant is a casual Pakistani restaurant in Al Quoz, serving familiar comfort food such as biryani, BBQ and green handi. It may suit workers nearby looking for a reasonably priced quick meal, with delivery also available, although recent reviews make service consistency worth checking.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
110 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Quick visits
A recent review describes it as useful for workers in the area who want a quick, good-value meal.
Delivery available
The restaurant delivers, and one customer reported quick service in that context.
Popular dishes
Customers specifically praised the BBQ and green handi for their taste.
Good taste
Several reviews describe the food as tasty, delicious or full of taste, including one calling out its quality.
What to Eat at Sarab Al Madina Restaurant (Branch) 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 Sarab Al Madina Restaurant (Branch), 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 Sarab Al Madina Restaurant (Branch), ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 5
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Avocado toast Net +1
“The avocado toast was delicious, though the coffee was a bit too strong for my liking.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The avocado toast was delicious, though the coffee was a bit too strong for my liking.”November 2023
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Green handi Net +1
“BBQ and green handi very tasty”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“BBQ and green handi very tasty”December 2023
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Karahi Net +1
“The menu commonly includes staples like biryani, karahi, nihari, and kebabs, alongside sides such as naan, parathas, and raita.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The menu commonly includes staples like biryani, karahi, nihari, and kebabs, alongside sides such as naan, parathas, and raita.”January 2025
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Prata Net +1
“Prata love it”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Prata love it”May 2025
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Biryani Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Enjoyed the Byriani Im sure I will love the rest dishes- Still Under Review.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Enjoyed the Byriani Im sure I will love the rest dishes- Still Under Review.”August 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm delivery. If ordering through WhatsApp, confirm the delivery time first; one order reportedly waited from 11 o’clock until 2 o’clock.
Check portions. If you want a half order, confirm it at the counter before paying, as one customer said they were charged for a full order.
Check temperature. Before accepting a biryani delivery or takeaway, check that it is hot; one customer said theirs was served ice cold.
Ask about tea. If tea matters to your order, ask about availability first; one review specifically noted not getting tea.
Plan the visit
Practical details
54 12th St
Al Qouz Ind.second - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Multiple reviews criticise service, including poor communication and inattentive staff.
Delivery delays
One WhatsApp order placed at 11 o’clock reportedly had still not arrived by 2 o’clock, with no replies to calls.
Food temperature
A customer said their biryani arrived cold enough to be described as ice cold.
Cleanliness concern
One review alleged flies inside the shop, while another described the restaurant as unhygienic.
Inconsistent freshness
A recent reviewer said the food did not taste fresh and would not recommend the restaurant.
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The Bottom Line
Sarab Al Madina is a casual Pakistani restaurant in Al Quoz, with a menu centred on familiar, filling dishes rather than polished presentation. Reviews mention biryani, BBQ, green handi and prata, making it a reasonable stop for a straightforward Pakistani meal. One customer specifically enjoyed the biryani, while another praised the BBQ and green handi.
Value is a clear part of the appeal. A reviewer said three people could eat lunch or dinner for less than 50Aed, and another described the restaurant as useful for workers nearby looking for a quick meal. Delivery is available too, but the experience is not consistently quick: one WhatsApp order reportedly took three hours and drew no replies to calls.
Service is the main caution. Several customers describe it as poor, and one complained about being charged for a full order instead of a requested half portion. Food feedback also swings from delicious and full of taste to complaints about freshness and a biryani served ice cold.
A review mentioning flies inside the shop adds a further cleanliness concern. If you visit, confirm portion sizes and check the food temperature before paying; for delivery, agree the timing in advance.