Outdoor setting
The large terrace includes water-side seating and can frame the Burj Khalifa after sunset.
Siraj
Downtown Dubai
Siraj is a Lebanese restaurant in Downtown Dubai with a Lebanese-Emirati menu, calm indoor dining and a sizeable outdoor terrace. Reviews point to the camel tenderloin and mixed grills as standout orders, while the setting brings Burj Khalifa and occasional fountain-show views into the evening.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,164 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Camel tenderloin
Camel tenderloin is repeatedly praised, including one review calling it tender, perfectly cooked and exceptional.
Regional flavours
The menu combines Lebanese and Emirati influences, with well-reviewed mezze, grills and traditional dishes such as Marqooga.
Fresh bread
Warm Arabic bread and varied hummus are memorable parts of the meal; one table received a fresh replacement when its bread cooled.
Group dining
A group of 35 hosted dinner here, with the entire bridge privatized and service remaining attentive throughout.
Iftar menu
Reviews describe the Iftar menu as generous, with starters, mains and dessert in a warm Arabic setting.
Allergy care
One diner specifically noted that the team handled their allergies carefully.
What to Eat at Siraj 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 Siraj, 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.
These items at Siraj got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Camel tenderloin Net +4
“Delicious food, very good and broad menu selection including dome exotic dishes, like camel tenderloin, big selection of traditional arabic dishes made in a different way, we had a family dinner, ordered 7 dishes - every dish was perfect, very good quality of ingredients.”
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“Delicious food, very good and broad menu selection including dome exotic dishes, like camel tenderloin, big selection of traditional arabic dishes made in a different way, we had a family dinner, ordered 7 dishes - every dish was perfect, very good quality of ingredients.”February 2021
“Camel tenderloin was cooked perfectly (it’s a cross between beef and lamb but lighter) served with a fresh pesto and warm oven roasted potatoes and a tasty gravy.”April 2023
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Fattoush salad Net +3
“Absolutely delicious fattoush salad, hummus and labneh.”
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“Absolutely delicious fattoush salad, hummus and labneh.”May 2024
“The Fattoush salad was fresh, the hummus was silky smooth and full of flavor, and the meat dishes were incredible — the Mixed Grill and Camel Tenderloin were perfectly cooked, tender, and beautifully seasoned.”January 2026
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Mutabal Net +2
“The drinks and mocktails were great, and the Mutabal was very tasty.”
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“The drinks and mocktails were great, and the Mutabal was very tasty.”January 2026
“The food is out of this world You must try hummus Moutabal Heba salad and falafel 🥰”March 2025
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Shrimp majboos Net +2
“Sooo yummy! The shrimp majboos and the meat margooba were delicious!”
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“Sooo yummy! The shrimp majboos and the meat margooba were delicious!”May 2022
“Shrimp majbous was full of flavorful spice and a good amount of shrimp.”April 2023
Honorable mentions (29)
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Arabian delight Net +1
“The drinks were fantastic too — Mango Chat Masala and Arabian Delight were unique and absolutely delicious.”
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“The drinks were fantastic too — Mango Chat Masala and Arabian Delight were unique and absolutely delicious.”January 2026
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Assorted kebabs Net +1
“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”
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“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”March 2026
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Camel meat Net +1
“A highlight is the camel meat, which is prepared to perfection and unmatched in taste.”
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“A highlight is the camel meat, which is prepared to perfection and unmatched in taste.”September 2025
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Chicken biryani Net +1
“Chicken biryani is amazing!”
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“Chicken biryani is amazing!”January 2024
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Chicken mousakkhan rolls Net +1
“Appetizer was well seasoned chicken mousakkhan rolls.”
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“Appetizer was well seasoned chicken mousakkhan rolls.”April 2023
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Chocolate pudding Net +1
“The Chocolate Pudding was also really good, another 5/5 from me.”
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“The Chocolate Pudding was also really good, another 5/5 from me.”January 2026
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Combination plate Net +1
“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”
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“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”March 2026
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Dubai or emirati delight Net +1
“The drink we had Dubai or Emirati delight, mix of dates, almonds, milk and rose water, tasted fabulous and was refreshing.”
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“The drink we had Dubai or Emirati delight, mix of dates, almonds, milk and rose water, tasted fabulous and was refreshing.”March 2025
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Falafel Net +1
“The food is out of this world You must try hummus Moutabal Heba salad and falafel 🥰”
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“The food is out of this world You must try hummus Moutabal Heba salad and falafel 🥰”March 2025
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Fried calamari Net +1
“Their service is excellent, and their food is very good especially the seafood platter (including lobster and fried calamari).”
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“Their service is excellent, and their food is very good especially the seafood platter (including lobster and fried calamari).”December 2024
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Grilled halloumi Net +1
“We also ordered the grilled halloumi (always good) and the beet salad.”
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“We also ordered the grilled halloumi (always good) and the beet salad.”May 2022
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Heba salad Net +1
“The food is out of this world You must try hummus Moutabal Heba salad and falafel 🥰”
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“The food is out of this world You must try hummus Moutabal Heba salad and falafel 🥰”March 2025
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Iftar menu Net +1
“We went there with friends for Iftar and we love it ,the iftar menu was so tasty and so many different dishes starting from starters, main course and dessert,incredible Arabic tastes ! Highly recommended for Iftar menu !!!”
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“We went there with friends for Iftar and we love it ,the iftar menu was so tasty and so many different dishes starting from starters, main course and dessert,incredible Arabic tastes ! Highly recommended for Iftar menu !!!”March 2025
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Kunefe with cheese Net +1
“The Kunefe with cheese was amazing, definitely a 5/5.”
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“The Kunefe with cheese was amazing, definitely a 5/5.”January 2026
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Labneh Net +1
“Absolutely delicious fattoush salad, hummus and labneh.”
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“Absolutely delicious fattoush salad, hummus and labneh.”May 2024
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Lamb cubes Net +1
“We found this restaurant in the Michelin Guide as we wanted to try authentic cuisine from the region from a reputable establishment. Siraj was exceptional, the food and service was brilliant and we loved every dish. Highly recommend the Tenderlion Camel and the Lamb Cubes.”
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“We found this restaurant in the Michelin Guide as we wanted to try authentic cuisine from the region from a reputable establishment. Siraj was exceptional, the food and service was brilliant and we loved every dish. Highly recommend the Tenderlion Camel and the Lamb Cubes.”August 2023
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“The lamb kebab was one of the best I’ve had in the UAE.”
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“The lamb kebab was one of the best I’ve had in the UAE.”March 2025
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Lamb lollipops Net +1
“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”
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“I had a combination plate with lamb lollipops and assorted kebabs, which was outstanding.”March 2026
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Lamb shawarma Net +1
“The Lamb Shawarma was fantastic - flavorful and well-made.”
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“The Lamb Shawarma was fantastic - flavorful and well-made.”January 2026
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Lobster Net +1
“Their service is excellent, and their food is very good especially the seafood platter (including lobster and fried calamari).”
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“Their service is excellent, and their food is very good especially the seafood platter (including lobster and fried calamari).”December 2024
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Mango chat masala Net +1
“The drinks were fantastic too — Mango Chat Masala and Arabian Delight were unique and absolutely delicious.”
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“The drinks were fantastic too — Mango Chat Masala and Arabian Delight were unique and absolutely delicious.”January 2026
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Marqooga (lagan) Net +1
“We also ordered a traditional Emirati dish that was spectacular, Marqooga (Lagan) the meat was melting, the spices like cinnamon and cardamom combined with the meat, dough pieces, potatoes and carrots were perfect combination.”
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“We also ordered a traditional Emirati dish that was spectacular, Marqooga (Lagan) the meat was melting, the spices like cinnamon and cardamom combined with the meat, dough pieces, potatoes and carrots were perfect combination.”March 2025
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Meat margooba Net +1
“Sooo yummy! The shrimp majboos and the meat margooba were delicious!”
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“Sooo yummy! The shrimp majboos and the meat margooba were delicious!”May 2022
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Mix grilled Net +1
“We ordered mix grilled wich was absolutely delicious, the meat was grilled to perfection and was succulent.”
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“We ordered mix grilled wich was absolutely delicious, the meat was grilled to perfection and was succulent.”March 2025
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Mixed grill Net +1
“The Fattoush salad was fresh, the hummus was silky smooth and full of flavor, and the meat dishes were incredible — the Mixed Grill and Camel Tenderloin were perfectly cooked, tender, and beautifully seasoned.”
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“The Fattoush salad was fresh, the hummus was silky smooth and full of flavor, and the meat dishes were incredible — the Mixed Grill and Camel Tenderloin were perfectly cooked, tender, and beautifully seasoned.”January 2026
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Set menu option 1 Net +1
“Last time, we had their set menu option 1. For 4 persons it is highly recommended.”
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“Last time, we had their set menu option 1. For 4 persons it is highly recommended.”June 2023
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Shrimps wrapped in kunafa Net +1
“Both the Tabbouleh, Hummus and the shrimps wrapped in Kunafa were very good but that’s it.”
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“Both the Tabbouleh, Hummus and the shrimps wrapped in Kunafa were very good but that’s it.”December 2023
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Siraj signature halawa salad Net +1
“The siraj signature halawa salad with the unique combination of halawa and strawberry over crisp greens was fresh and delicious.”
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“The siraj signature halawa salad with the unique combination of halawa and strawberry over crisp greens was fresh and delicious.”April 2023
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Tabbouleh Net +1
“Both the Tabbouleh, Hummus and the shrimps wrapped in Kunafa were very good but that’s it.”
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“Both the Tabbouleh, Hummus and the shrimps wrapped in Kunafa were very good but that’s it.”December 2023
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Sumac passion margarita Net +1
“I had the Sumac Passion margarita which was a delicious new flavor combination.”
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“I had the Sumac Passion margarita which was a delicious new flavor combination.”April 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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Set menu Net −1
“We were asked to take the set menu but to our disappointment we were not served a full set menu for 6 people and short changed.”
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“We were asked to take the set menu but to our disappointment we were not served a full set menu for 6 people and short changed.”March 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check views. Ask about the exact outdoor sightline before booking: reviews range from fountain views to only a partial Burj Khalifa view.
Allow time. Build in extra time for the meal, as one review reports waiting before dishes arrived and others mention slow check-ins.
Clarify menus. If using the Entertainer app or ordering a set menu, ask which dishes count as mains and what the package includes.
Choose evenings. Outdoor seating is more comfortable after sunset, when the heat drops, though it can become breezy.
Consider indoors. In hotter months, choose indoor seating if you want to avoid terrace heat; one diner moved inside for that reason.
Ask shisha layout. If ordering shisha, ask where you will be seated first: the smoking area was described as secluded and less attractive.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Souk Al Bahar
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
View limits
The outdoor view is not guaranteed to include the fountains; one detailed review saw only the upper part of the Burj Khalifa.
Slow service
Several reviews mention delayed dishes, forgotten plates or waiters failing to check back regularly.
Set-menu issues
One group reported a short set menu, cold food, overcooked grills and small portions, with their complaint not handled promptly.
No alcohol
Siraj does not serve alcohol, which may matter if you usually pair dinner with cocktails.
Tense atmosphere
One review says public berating of staff near the table made the atmosphere uncomfortable and ended the meal early.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
95dhs
Shisha
“For the smokers: Shisha is decent but should be 60dhs for the quality instead of 95dhs”Google review · July 2022
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The Bottom Line
Siraj is a Lebanese restaurant in Downtown Dubai that blends Lebanese and Emirati cooking in an elegant indoor venue with a broad outdoor terrace. You can come for mezze and grills, try the camel tenderloin, or order the chicken biryani; the Iftar menu also gets praise for its range of starters, mains and dessert. The food is the strongest through-line in the reviews.
Hummus, fattoush, lamb kebab, mixed grill and warm Arabic bread are recurring successes, while the camel tenderloin is the more unusual order that several diners recommend. Desserts such as kunefe with cheese and chocolate pudding also made a strong impression. The setting is attractive, particularly outside by the water, with views that may include the Burj Khalifa.
Expectations need calibrating: one detailed review saw only the upper third of the tower and no fountain show, while others reported fountain views. Ask about the table before booking. Siraj does not serve alcohol.
Service is often warm and attentive, but not perfectly consistent. Reviews mention slow arrivals, forgotten plates and one poorly handled set-menu experience, so allow time and clarify inclusions. The restaurant can handle large gatherings, including a reported dinner for 35.