Persian Kebabs
Chicken and lamb koobideh were described as juicy, tender and perfectly grilled, with an authentic Persian flavour.
Shandiz Palace Restaurant Est
Jumeirah
Shandiz Palace Restaurant is an Iranian restaurant in Jumeirah, known in reviews for Persian kebabs, freshly baked bread and a lively dining atmosphere. Weekend and evening visits can include Persian live music, while family meals and Iftar buffets give groups plenty to share.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
633 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh Bread
The Persian flat bread stood out as a memorable partner for kebabs, and another review noted bread baked in a tandoor oven.
Live Music
Persian live singing is a regular evening feature, with reviews placing it from 9pm and highlighting weekend performances.
Family Dining
Family meals, birthday setups and Iftar buffets received strong feedback, including attentive help with cake presentation.
Outdoor Seating
One reviewer specifically noted that the restaurant has lots of outdoor seating, useful for groups wanting to dine outside.
Valet Parking
Free valet parking was mentioned as a convenient extra, and another reviewer said valet made the restaurant easier to use.
Buffet Value
A family review described an 85 AED buffet with unlimited soft drinks and water and no time limit.
Generous Portions
Several reviews mention generous portions; one said the food was heavy in portion size as well as flavour.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve if you are visiting at a busy time; one diner said the restaurant was full and specifically recommended reservations.
Time Music. For Persian live singing, plan for the evening: reviews place performances from 9pm, though the volume may be high.
Use Valet. Ask about valet parking when you arrive; a reviewer described it as free and another found it made access easier.
Try Bread. Order the Persian flat bread with kebabs. One reviewer considered it the best they had tried.
Consider Buffet. For families, ask about the buffet: one review reported 85 AED per person, half price for children, drinks included and no time limit.
Check Temperature. If ordering rice, confirm it is served warm; one review specifically found the rice insufficiently hot.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeira St - opposite Mercato Shopping Mall
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
| Mon | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food Inconsistency
Reviews are mixed: one diner reported food poisoning, while others found specific dishes cold, dry or tasteless.
Manager Conduct
A few reviews describe rude or defensive responses from management when customers raised complaints.
Loud Music
The live music can become uncomfortably loud; one diner found it non-stop and difficult to tolerate.
Plain Interior
Although many guests enjoyed the ambience, one review found the atmosphere plain and not especially welcoming.
Service Delays
Service may slow when the restaurant is busy, with one review mentioning a delay in part of the order.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
1000 AED
Grill for 10 + Mixed Salad + Ash Soup + Hommus + around 4 juices
“Price estimation (Grill for 10 + Mixed Salad + Ash Soup + Hommus + around 4 juices = 1000 AED)”Google review · November 2024
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The Bottom Line
Shandiz Palace is an Iranian restaurant in Jumeirah where the main draw is Persian grilled food. Reviews highlight chicken and lamb koobideh, Vaziri Kebab and Jooje Kebab, with several diners praising tender, juicy meat and authentic flavour. The Persian flat bread also gets unusually specific praise, including one guest calling it the best they had tried.
It works well for families and larger gatherings. Guests have mentioned family meals, birthday arrangements for children and a broad Ramadan Iftar buffet. One family reported an 85 AED buffet, half price for children, unlimited soft drinks and water, and no time limit.
Outdoor seating and free valet parking are useful practical touches. The atmosphere varies with the occasion. Many reviews describe a clean, warm or elegant setting, while others found it plain or too dim.
Persian live singing is commonly mentioned from around 9pm, especially on weekends, but one diner found the volume uncomfortably high. Reserve ahead when the restaurant is busy. Food and service are not completely consistent.
Alongside strong kebab and buffet reviews, diners have reported cold appetizers, dry fish, tasteless kebab and a poor Zereshk Polo. A small number also describe rude management responses, so raise any issue promptly and clearly.