Biryani flavour
Reviews praise aromatic, fluffy rice with balanced spices, including one visitor’s favourite extra-spicy chicken biryani.
Seasons Restaurant
International City
Seasons Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in International City known mainly for its biryani, with mutton pulao and BBQ also drawing repeat visits. Reviews describe a casual, desi-style place where you can dine in, order takeaway or delivery, and finish with desserts such as kulfi or rabri.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
1,327 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mutton pulao
Mutton pulao is a repeat-order favourite for some customers, with one review calling it delicious.
BBQ selection
The grill fish BBQ, Afghani boti and Bihari kabab were specifically praised, giving the menu more range than biryani alone.
Pakistani taste
Several diners describe the food as authentic Pakistani or Karachi-style, including dal chawal said to taste like Pakistan.
Friendly staff
Some reviews mention polite, respectful and cooperative staff, with one customer highlighting friendly service.
Desserts
Kheer, rabri and kulfi are memorable add-ons mentioned by customers after the savoury dishes.
What to Eat at Seasons Restaurant 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 Seasons Restaurant, 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 Seasons Restaurant, 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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Mutton pulao Net +3
“The Food is very very yummy 😋 I really like also very nice the stuff No waiting time just order and eat try chicken biryani and mutton pulao”
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“The Food is very very yummy 😋 I really like also very nice the stuff No waiting time just order and eat try chicken biryani and mutton pulao”June 2025
“I eating for last 3 year's in seasons restaurant very good behavior stuff very kind and very yummy food must try mutton pulao”June 2025
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Beef biryani Net +2
“Chicken and beef Biryani is extreamly flavorful and the quality of meat and rice used is amazing .”
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“Chicken and beef Biryani is extreamly flavorful and the quality of meat and rice used is amazing .”February 2021
“Ordered Mutton Biryani and Beef Biryani, Spicy and delicious. Comparatively Mutton Biryani was more spicy.”June 2021
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Kheer Net +2
“The second dish is kheer, that thing after having Biryani will take you to some other world!”
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“The second dish is kheer, that thing after having Biryani will take you to some other world!”December 2024
“Best(desi)pakistani food Delicious Biryani's BBQ and Rabdi kulfi kheer one stop destination for yummy desi food loved it”December 2020
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Mutton biryani Net +2
“Ordered Mutton Biryani and Beef Biryani, Spicy and delicious. Comparatively Mutton Biryani was more spicy.”
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“Ordered Mutton Biryani and Beef Biryani, Spicy and delicious. Comparatively Mutton Biryani was more spicy.”June 2021
“I will never ever forget the chicken biriyani I had from here. Its unique and spicy and yummy. Mutton biriyani is one of a kind too. Price is absolutely perfect and u can never find anything like this cheaper in a place like Dubai. They even have free home delivery.”January 2018
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Yakhi pulao Net +2
“Good food / paya / yakhi pulao , not very great place to sit as air conditioning is not great espcially day time , over all average experience , will visit for chicken biryani and yakhi pulao again 🤝”
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“Good food / paya / yakhi pulao , not very great place to sit as air conditioning is not great espcially day time , over all average experience , will visit for chicken biryani and yakhi pulao again 🤝”August 2025
“Affordable & Delicious Food in International city.Must try Biryani,Yakhni Pulao and Aloo Keema.”October 2023
Honorable mentions (25)
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Aalu qeema Net +1
“I tried their aalu qeema which was melting in mouth and mutton kunna was too good.”
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“I tried their aalu qeema which was melting in mouth and mutton kunna was too good.”February 2021
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Aloo keema Net +1
“Affordable & Delicious Food in International city.Must try Biryani,Yakhni Pulao and Aloo Keema.”
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“Affordable & Delicious Food in International city.Must try Biryani,Yakhni Pulao and Aloo Keema.”October 2023
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Asif rabri Net +1
“Try the infamous green soda Pakola and Asif rabri from Karachi, a delicacy I missed after leaving Karachi.”
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“Try the infamous green soda Pakola and Asif rabri from Karachi, a delicacy I missed after leaving Karachi.”November 2025
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Bbq platter Net +1
“Biryani is already proven as best👌Apart from that there BBQ platter is awesome😋 with so many varieties which I didn't get from any other restaurant under the price and quantity offered by seasons restaurant.. 👍🏻 Be careful having their Chicken Biryani once you eat u never leave them.”
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“Biryani is already proven as best👌Apart from that there BBQ platter is awesome😋 with so many varieties which I didn't get from any other restaurant under the price and quantity offered by seasons restaurant.. 👍🏻 Be careful having their Chicken Biryani once you eat u never leave them.”December 2023
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Bihari kabab Net +1
“Special afghani boti and bihari kabab is good.”
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“Special afghani boti and bihari kabab is good.”June 2025
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Biriyani Net +1
“The biriyani is cooked in a way that every piece of rice has the taste of spices...along with the chicken. Amazing taste and aroma! Less chicken pieces I must say!! Economic and best biriyani someone should try! Visited many times and mutton biriyani seems high in demand so I did get the chance to try it. Hence been trying the chicken biriyani.”
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“The biriyani is cooked in a way that every piece of rice has the taste of spices...along with the chicken. Amazing taste and aroma! Less chicken pieces I must say!! Economic and best biriyani someone should try! Visited many times and mutton biriyani seems high in demand so I did get the chance to try it. Hence been trying the chicken biriyani.”June 2021
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Butter chicken Net +1
“My friend shuaib introduced me to this place... their butter chicken is one of the best I have ever tried! Highly recommended 👌”
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“My friend shuaib introduced me to this place... their butter chicken is one of the best I have ever tried! Highly recommended 👌”July 2021
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Chana Net +1
“Chana wad tasty and staff was generous.”
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“Chana wad tasty and staff was generous.”March 2024
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Chicken briyani Net +1
“Chicken briyani was also tasty but little bit spicy”
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“Chicken briyani was also tasty but little bit spicy”March 2024
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Chicken karahi Net +1
“Chicken karahi is something you must try !”
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“Chicken karahi is something you must try !”February 2021
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Chicken masala Net +1
“I loved chicken masala , spices were balanced and flavorful!”
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“I loved chicken masala , spices were balanced and flavorful!”February 2021
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Dall chawal Net +1
“Very good food 👌 and staf bahavair is very nice I like it specially I like aa Dall chawal same like pakistan taste”
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“Very good food 👌 and staf bahavair is very nice I like it specially I like aa Dall chawal same like pakistan taste”August 2025
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Extra spicy chicken biryani Net +1
“I only go there for my favorite (extra) spicy Chicken Biryani.”
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“I only go there for my favorite (extra) spicy Chicken Biryani.”November 2020
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Fish grill Net +1
“I always like that restaurant their biryani and fish grill I LOVE it😍 whenever I get chance I go there and eat”
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“I always like that restaurant their biryani and fish grill I LOVE it😍 whenever I get chance I go there and eat”October 2020
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Green chicken Net +1
“The green chicken was absolutely delicious too.”
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“The green chicken was absolutely delicious too.”July 2020
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Grill fish bbq Net +1
“Best biryani in town even BBQ item is too good specially grill fish bbq.”
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“Best biryani in town even BBQ item is too good specially grill fish bbq.”June 2025
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Haleem Net +1
“Great taste and especially the Haleem. Very polite staff and good service.”
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“Great taste and especially the Haleem. Very polite staff and good service.”August 2024
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Mutton kunna Net +1
“I tried their aalu qeema which was melting in mouth and mutton kunna was too good.”
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“I tried their aalu qeema which was melting in mouth and mutton kunna was too good.”February 2021
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Pakoras Net +1
“🥟 The pakoras were crispy and fresh”
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“🥟 The pakoras were crispy and fresh”March 2026
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Paya Net +1
“Good food / paya / yakhi pulao , not very great place to sit as air conditioning is not great espcially day time , over all average experience , will visit for chicken biryani and yakhi pulao again 🤝”
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“Good food / paya / yakhi pulao , not very great place to sit as air conditioning is not great espcially day time , over all average experience , will visit for chicken biryani and yakhi pulao again 🤝”August 2025
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Rabdi kulfi Net +1
“Best(desi)pakistani food Delicious Biryani's BBQ and Rabdi kulfi kheer one stop destination for yummy desi food loved it”
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“Best(desi)pakistani food Delicious Biryani's BBQ and Rabdi kulfi kheer one stop destination for yummy desi food loved it”December 2020
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Samosas Net +1
“🥟 Samosas were perfectly crunchy with flavorful filling”
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“🥟 Samosas were perfectly crunchy with flavorful filling”March 2026
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Season chicken biryani Net +1
“Specially season chicken biryani is the signature dish. I loved it and i almost visit daily and I can’t describe the taste in words.”
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“Specially season chicken biryani is the signature dish. I loved it and i almost visit daily and I can’t describe the taste in words.”April 2025
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Special afghani boti Net +1
“Special afghani boti and bihari kabab is good.”
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“Special afghani boti and bihari kabab is good.”June 2025
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Dum pukht Net 0
Mixed feedback
“On Mondays, they serve their special Dum Pukht, and WOW 😍 The meat was so tender it literally melted in my mouth. Slow-cooked to perfection, rich in flavor, and absolutely delicious!”
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“On Mondays, they serve their special Dum Pukht, and WOW 😍 The meat was so tender it literally melted in my mouth. Slow-cooked to perfection, rich in flavor, and absolutely delicious!”March 2026
Drinks 3
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Green soda pakola Net +1
“Try the infamous green soda Pakola and Asif rabri from Karachi, a delicacy I missed after leaving Karachi.”
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“Try the infamous green soda Pakola and Asif rabri from Karachi, a delicacy I missed after leaving Karachi.”November 2025
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Karak tea Net +1
“And before you leave… DON’T forget to try their Karak tea ☕🔥 It’s strong, creamy, and the perfect ending to an amazing meal.”
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“And before you leave… DON’T forget to try their Karak tea ☕🔥 It’s strong, creamy, and the perfect ending to an amazing meal.”March 2026
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Watermelon juice Net +1
“🍉 And the watermelon juice? Super refreshing and perfect after a long fast!”
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“🍉 And the watermelon juice? Super refreshing and perfect after a long fast!”March 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Qeema Net −1
“I ordered the Qeema, and it was full of salt and raw green chillies, causing severe heartburn and throat irritation.”
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“I ordered the Qeema, and it was full of salt and raw green chillies, causing severe heartburn and throat irritation.”June 2026
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Yakhni salan Net −1
“Please don't misguide people by saying that you're selling Dam Pukht. It's completely not dum Pukht. This is just Yakhni Salan. And too salty. C'mon I'll not recommend to eat from here with all respects.”
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“Please don't misguide people by saying that you're selling Dam Pukht. It's completely not dum Pukht. This is just Yakhni Salan. And too salty. C'mon I'll not recommend to eat from here with all respects.”April 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Request mild. If you prefer less heat, say so while ordering; one review specifically warns that the biryani can be too spicy.
Monday special. Try visiting on Monday if you want to sample the restaurant’s specifically mentioned Dum Pukht special.
Plan parking. Parking can be difficult, so one customer suggests visiting after 10 and leaving a phone number on the car.
Solo check. Ask about portion size before ordering alone, since a review says single diners cannot choose a half-plate or single portion.
Choose takeaway. For a casual solo meal, takeaway may be more comfortable than family dining; one reviewer did not recommend the sitting for families.
Plan the visit
Practical details
italy cluster, U1 Building - Seasons restaurant
Warsan First - Dubai International City, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Spice swings
Multiple diners found dishes excessively spicy or salty, including qeema that caused heartburn and throat irritation.
Quality varies
Reviews report inconsistent rice and preparation, from undercooked rice to burnt-tasting chicken biryani.
Full portions
Solo diners may be forced into a full portion because reviewers report no single-portion or half-plate option.
Order mistakes
One delivery customer ordered mutton kadai but received chicken after the order was recorded incorrectly.
Weak AC
The dining area was described as uncomfortable during the day because the air conditioning was not working well.
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The Bottom Line
Seasons Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in International City where biryani is the main draw. Customers mention chicken biryani, mutton pulao, BBQ dishes and desserts such as kulfi and rabri, so there is more to try than one signature plate. The strongest biryani reviews describe fluffy, aromatic rice and rich, balanced spice, while other diners found it ordinary or poorly prepared.
The menu leans spicy. One customer particularly likes the extra-spicy chicken biryani, but others reported excessive masala, salty qeema or heartburn, so ask for less heat when ordering. Mutton pulao has loyal fans, although a separate delivery review complained of oily rice and bones instead of substantial meat.
Dum Pukht is mentioned as a Monday special and was praised by one diner for its very tender meat. Service is often described as polite and friendly, but order handling has not always been reliable: one customer received chicken instead of mutton kadai and felt the complaint was dismissed. Dining comfort also appears modest, with a review noting weak air conditioning during the day and another advising takeaway rather than family dine-in.
Parking is a practical concern around the restaurant. Visiting after 10 or parking behind the building may make the stop easier, though these are customer suggestions rather than guaranteed arrangements.