Chicken Biryani
One reviewer praised the Chicken Fry Biryani for its traditional Malabar dum-biryani flavour and well-cooked chicken.
Star One restaurant Wasl village
Al Qusais
Star One in Wasl Village, Al Qusais, is a casual restaurant with dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviews point to Malabar-style dishes such as Chicken Fry Biryani and Kerala porotta with beef fry, alongside lighter favourites like avocado egg toast.
Reputation Score
3.5
★★★★☆
113 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spicy Shawarma
The spicy shawarma was described as filling and good value compared with nearby restaurants.
Kerala Flavours
Kerala porotta with beef fry brought one customer nostalgic flavours similar to hometown restaurants.
Healthy Breakfast
The avocado egg toast without tomato is a returning customer’s favourite and was described as consistently available.
Budget Portions
Several reviews mention budget-friendly pricing, good portions and value for money.
Friendly Service
Some regulars report courteous staff who sort out issues promptly, although service experiences vary considerably.
What to Eat at Star One restaurant Wasl village 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 Star One restaurant Wasl village, 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 Star One restaurant Wasl village got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Avacado egg toast without the tomato Net +1
“The avacado egg toast without the tomato is my favourite!! Healthy n yummy and always available!”
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“The avacado egg toast without the tomato is my favourite!! Healthy n yummy and always available!”February 2026
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Beef fry Net +1
“I tried their Kerala porotta and beef fry — it brought back nostalgic flavors just like the ones from our hometown restaurants.”
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“I tried their Kerala porotta and beef fry — it brought back nostalgic flavors just like the ones from our hometown restaurants.”June 2025
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Beef gheeroast Net +1
“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”
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“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”June 2025
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Chicken 65 Net +1
“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”
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“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”June 2025
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Chicken fry biryani Net +1
“I tried their Chicken Fry Biryani, and it was outstanding. It had the authentic taste of a traditional Malabar dum biryani, with rich flavors and perfectly cooked chicken. It’s definitely a must-try for anyone who loves authentic biryani.”
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“I tried their Chicken Fry Biryani, and it was outstanding. It had the authentic taste of a traditional Malabar dum biryani, with rich flavors and perfectly cooked chicken. It’s definitely a must-try for anyone who loves authentic biryani.”July 2026
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Dynamite pizza Net +1
“Its Dynamite pizza is so Good.. Fresh milk tea is also Fantastic.. staff is also very friendly.overall very good.”
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“Its Dynamite pizza is so Good.. Fresh milk tea is also Fantastic.. staff is also very friendly.overall very good.”May 2025
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Kerala porotta Net +1
“I tried their Kerala porotta and beef fry — it brought back nostalgic flavors just like the ones from our hometown restaurants.”
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“I tried their Kerala porotta and beef fry — it brought back nostalgic flavors just like the ones from our hometown restaurants.”June 2025
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Mango chatti curry Net +1
“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”
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“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”May 2025
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Mix grill Net +1
“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”
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“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”May 2025
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Nadan pothichoru Net +1
“The quality of food is amazing.plz try different cuisines from this restaurant.quick delivery is there which is rare in many restaurants the ambience is wonderful.i have tasted nadan pothichoru it cost AED 12 and it is very budget friendly”
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“The quality of food is amazing.plz try different cuisines from this restaurant.quick delivery is there which is rare in many restaurants the ambience is wonderful.i have tasted nadan pothichoru it cost AED 12 and it is very budget friendly”June 2025
Honorable mentions (4)
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Porotta Net +1
“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”
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“Service is very good.ordered porotta beef gheeroast chicken 65 it was the best and taste was excellent”June 2025
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Pothum kaal Net +1
“I’ve been looking forward to trying pothum kaal at star one for a while now, and was so glad that I did! The food was so delicious and the service was really great, too!”
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“I’ve been looking forward to trying pothum kaal at star one for a while now, and was so glad that I did! The food was so delicious and the service was really great, too!”February 2025
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Spicy shawarma Net +1
“Shawarma was good - I tried the spicy shawarma. For the price, it’s worth it and more filling compared to nearby restaurants.”
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“Shawarma was good - I tried the spicy shawarma. For the price, it’s worth it and more filling compared to nearby restaurants.”April 2026
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Vellaappam Net +1
“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”
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“I especially loved their 'mango chatti curry and vellaappam, mix grill & all kind of biriyani'—so tasty and satisfying!”May 2025
Drinks 1
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Fresh milk tea Net +1
“Its Dynamite pizza is so Good.. Fresh milk tea is also Fantastic.. staff is also very friendly.overall very good.”
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“Its Dynamite pizza is so Good.. Fresh milk tea is also Fantastic.. staff is also very friendly.overall very good.”May 2025
What to Avoid (11)
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Beef curry Net −1
“They littrely give me beef curry mix and they made duplicate biriyaniii. !”
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Critical review excerpts
“They littrely give me beef curry mix and they made duplicate biriyaniii. !”July 2026
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Chapathi Net −1
“Quality of food is very bad,ordered chapathi and it was so hard and dry please focus on the quality of food you provide and don't think that the chapathi is made of Atta.”
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“Quality of food is very bad,ordered chapathi and it was so hard and dry please focus on the quality of food you provide and don't think that the chapathi is made of Atta.”December 2025
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Chicken bread pocket Net −1
“I went there today for my lunch for the first time today in ordered there shawarma & chicken bread pocket as chicken bread pocket is soo sweet instead of tasty as I said them to give me another one or to change that they didn't do it”
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Critical review excerpts
“I went there today for my lunch for the first time today in ordered there shawarma & chicken bread pocket as chicken bread pocket is soo sweet instead of tasty as I said them to give me another one or to change that they didn't do it”August 2025
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Egg puffs Net −1
“However, the egg puffs I tried were disappointing - the wrap was too hard and not enjoyable.”
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“However, the egg puffs I tried were disappointing - the wrap was too hard and not enjoyable.”April 2026
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Gopi manjurian Net −1
“Tried Gopi Manjurian.. It was disaster. Never try from Star One..”
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“Tried Gopi Manjurian.. It was disaster. Never try from Star One..”March 2026
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Peri peri charcoal chicken Net −1
“❌️❌️STAR ONE RESTAURANT inside Al Wasl Community, Muhaisnah—we ordered a full Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken. The quantity they gave us was too little for 84 AED, not worth the money at all. The taste was just okay ok ish.”
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“❌️❌️STAR ONE RESTAURANT inside Al Wasl Community, Muhaisnah—we ordered a full Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken. The quantity they gave us was too little for 84 AED, not worth the money at all. The taste was just okay ok ish.”March 2025
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Seabream grill Net −1
“Today I ordered a Seabream grill. Unfortunately, the dish had an unusual smell and taste, which made it difficult to enjoy.”
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“Today I ordered a Seabream grill. Unfortunately, the dish had an unusual smell and taste, which made it difficult to enjoy.”January 2026
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Seabream pollichathu Net −1
“I ordered the Seabream Pollichathu and what arrived was an absolute joke. This was NOT Seabream. Don't think customers won't notice when you switch a fish. It was inedible. The fish was burned black and the texture was a mushy, shapeless mess.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered the Seabream Pollichathu and what arrived was an absolute joke. This was NOT Seabream. Don't think customers won't notice when you switch a fish. It was inedible. The fish was burned black and the texture was a mushy, shapeless mess.”December 2025
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Tomato rice Net −1
“I ordered the tomato rice from this restaurant, but unfortunately it was extremely salty.”
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“I ordered the tomato rice from this restaurant, but unfortunately it was extremely salty.”October 2025
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Shawarma Net −6
“The shawarma was very thin and extremely light, with hardly any filling inside. It felt more like plain rolled bread than a proper shawarma. When we mentioned it to the staff, they said this is their usual style. Not what I expected.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The shawarma was very thin and extremely light, with hardly any filling inside. It felt more like plain rolled bread than a proper shawarma. When we mentioned it to the staff, they said this is their usual style. Not what I expected.”December 2025
“Had dinner here and it was the worst shawarma I’ve had in Wasl Village. The wrap was extremely thin with almost no filling—mostly just bread. Staff confirmed this is their standard preparation. Very disappointing”December 2025
Drinks 1
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Plain juice Net −1
“Ordered plain juice without sugar. They gave with sugar and saying its not sugar only milk sweetness.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered plain juice without sugar. They gave with sugar and saying its not sugar only milk sweetness.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Biryani. If ordering biryani, ask which preparation is available: reviews describe the Wasl Village version as different from the Al Quoz branch.
Allow Extra Time. For delivery, build in substantial extra time rather than relying on a short estimate; one order took two hours before arrival.
Check Contents. Check the order as soon as it arrives, since customers have reported missing items and incorrect dishes.
Ask About Shawarma. If shawarma matters to you, ask about the filling and sauces first; one customer found it mostly thin bread with almost no filling.
Check AC. Before settling in for a family meal, check whether the air conditioning is comfortable, as cooling problems were reported.
Confirm Seating. If privacy matters, ask about the family section before sitting down; one review said it was occupied by non-family visitors.
Plan the visit
Practical details
7CQ6+6VV
Al Qusais Ind. Fifth, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Food Inconsistency
Biryani and other dishes receive sharply mixed feedback, including complaints about poor rice, stale-tasting meat and excessive clove flavour.
Order Accuracy
Reviews report serious order mix-ups, including beef found in a chicken curry and missing delivery items.
Delivery Delays
Delivery times can run far beyond estimates, with one dosa and baji order taking two hours plus another 1.5 hours for the forgotten item.
Food Hygiene
One customer reported finding an insect in a biryani and raised concerns about declining hygiene and quality.
Dining Comfort
A reviewer said the air conditioning had not been cooling properly for months, affecting the dine-in experience.
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The Bottom Line
Star One in Wasl Village, Al Qusais, is a casual restaurant for dine-in, takeaway and delivery. The menu appeals especially to diners looking for Kerala and Malabar flavours, with reviews mentioning Chicken Fry Biryani, Kerala porotta with beef fry, pothumkaal and avocado egg toast without tomato. Seating space and budget-friendly portions also make it useful for an everyday meal.
The strongest dish-specific praise goes to the Chicken Fry Biryani, described as a traditional Malabar dum biryani with rich flavour and well-cooked chicken. The spicy shawarma has also been called filling for its price, while nadan pothichoru was reported as a budget-friendly choice. Dynamite pizza and fresh milk tea received positive mentions too.
There is a sizeable gap between the best and worst experiences. Some regulars describe courteous staff, quick service and clean surroundings; others report rude responses, incorrect or incomplete orders, burnt parathas, half-cooked chicken and very long delivery waits. Biryani quality appears particularly inconsistent between visits and even between branches.
For delivery, confirm availability and check every item on arrival. If dining in, check the air conditioning and ask about family seating. Shawarma can be very thin and lightly filled, so it is worth clarifying the preparation before ordering.