Sufret Maryam

Sufret Maryam

Jumeirah

Sufret Maryam is a Jumeirah restaurant serving elevated Levantine cuisine by chef Salam Daqqaq. Reviews describe home-cooked flavours presented with polish, with standouts including shish barak and the labneh brulee dessert, in a warm, carefully designed setting.

Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
955 ratings
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82%
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The Good Stuff

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Elegant comfort

Home-cooked Levantine food is presented elegantly, keeping its familiar character while adding polish.

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Strong mezze

Hummus and babaganoush are singled out as exceptionally good, making the cold starters a strong place to begin.

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What to Eat at Sufret Maryam

These items at Sufret Maryam got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 6

  1. Labneh brulee Net +4
    “The labneh brulee dessert deserves a Michelin mention!”
  2. Shish barak Net +4
    “The dishes are well presented, and the shish barak is both delicious and unique.”
  3. Grilled fish sayadiyeh Net +3
    “My favorite dishes were the fish sayyadeyeh, the shish barak, musakhan rolls and all the mashawi.”
  4. Hummus Net +3
    “I really love this place! The hummus is super creamy and absolutely delicious.”
  5. Khobez al bait Net +3
    “We ordered so much I had to restrict myself from eating anything dough-y, but that house bread (Khobez al bait)… wow! How can such simple bread taste so amazing?”
  6. Knafeh Net +3
    “The knafeh deserves a special mention. Easily the best we have had and absolutely unforgettable.”
Honorable mentions (21)
  1. Cold marameye Net +2
    “The cheese knafeh was delicious and stretchy. Also, we loved their Turkish coffee, mint lemonade, and cold Marameye were yummy and refreshing.”
  2. Eggplant fateh Net +2
    “The eggplant fateh was amaaazing. Comforting, rich, perfectly balanced, the kind of dish that makes you slow down mid-bite because your brain is trying to process how something this simple can taste this deep.”
  3. Mixed grill Net +2
    “The mixed grill… listen, I didn’t even wait to take a photo. I just went all in. Zero regrets.”
  4. Muhammara Net +2
    “The place is absolutely beautiful, and the food was unbelievably delicious especially the muhammara, I’ve never had anything like it in my life.”
  5. Zaatar ice cream Net +2
    “The standout dessert was the labneh creme brulee with zaatar ice cream unexpectedly delicious and very memorable.”
  6. Arnabeet Net +1
    “Highly recommend trying the arnabeet (crispy cauliflower), silky hummus, flavorful okra, Shish Tawook, and the perfectly cooked mixed grill.”
  7. Babaganoush Net +1
    “One of the best hummus and babaganoush I’ve ever had.”
  8. Cheese melt kunafa Net +1
    “And the cheese melt kunafa was truly unforgettable …… The best place with insane food…. ❤️❤️❤️”
  9. Kibbeh nayeh Net +1
    “The food was excellent, especially the Kibbeh Nayeh, it was a piece of art.”
  10. Mahshi Net +1
    “Also, the Mahshi was delicious with the pomegranate sauce, the grilled fish sayadiyeh was full of flavour, and we loved the pomegranate sujuk, in addition to the juicy shawarma.”
  11. Maryam’s capaccino Net +1
    “Maryam’s capaccino was really memorable with date syrup and pistachio decor.”
  12. Moutabal Net +1
    “We ordered the stunning Moutabal, Batata Harra (Spicy potatoes), Lamb Freekeh, Labneh Brulee, Nabulsi Knafeh with Cheese, Hummus with Meat, Halloumi Salad, Marameye Ice Tea, and Turkish Coffee. The food was full of identical flavours and bold identity for each dish, just the usual from their awesome chef. That pomegranate moutabal was one of the most beautiful appetizers we have ever tried, and the Labneh Brulee was out of this world. I highly recommend trying it for all dessert lovers.”
  13. Musakhan rolls Net +1
    “My favorite dishes were the fish sayyadeyeh, the shish barak, musakhan rolls and all the mashawi.”
  14. Mutabbak Net +1
    “Mutabbak and others were quite delicious too!”
  15. Okra Net +1
    “Highly recommend trying the arnabeet (crispy cauliflower), silky hummus, flavorful okra, Shish Tawook, and the perfectly cooked mixed grill.”
  16. Pomegranate sujuk Net +1
    “Also, the Mahshi was delicious with the pomegranate sauce, the grilled fish sayadiyeh was full of flavour, and we loved the pomegranate sujuk, in addition to the juicy shawarma.”
  17. Ramadan set menu Net +1
    “We had the Ramadan set menu and every dish felt thoughtful, comforting, and beautifully prepared. The flavours were incredible — everything tasted authentic, fresh, and full of warmth.”
  18. Shawarma Net +1
    “Also, the Mahshi was delicious with the pomegranate sauce, the grilled fish sayadiyeh was full of flavour, and we loved the pomegranate sujuk, in addition to the juicy shawarma.”
  19. Shish tawook Net +1
    “Such a beautiful spot with absolutely delicious food — Sufret Maryam truly takes Lebanese cuisine to another level. Every dish we tried was outstanding, and while we managed to capture photos of most, our mains of Shish Tawook and the mixed grill disappeared so quickly we didn’t even get the chance! Highly recommend trying the arnabeet (crispy cauliflower), silky hummus, flavorful okra, Shish Tawook, and the perfectly cooked mixed grill.”
  20. Steeha yafaweyeh Net +1
    “We also ordered the Steeha Yafaweyeh and shish barak, both were so tasty and the meat was fresh.”
  21. Tabbouleh Net +1
    “The tabbouleh raised the bar big time .. it is not the regular quality you find at other places.”

Drinks 2

  1. Cappuccino Net +1
    “I ordered a cappuccino and was blown away by the smooth, balanced flavor—bold yet elegant. The quality really stands out, right down to the way the cup was presented.”
  2. Mint lemonade Net +1
    “The cheese knafeh was delicious and stretchy. Also, we loved their Turkish coffee, mint lemonade, and cold Marameye were yummy and refreshing.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Save room. Leave space for dessert, especially the labneh brulee, which several reviews treat as a highlight.

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Check ingredients. If you need a vegetarian dish, ask before ordering the eggplant fateh because one review says it is not vegetarian.

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Practical details

Wasl 51
Jumeirah - Jumeira First, Dubai
MonClosed
Tue12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Wed12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Thu12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
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Common Concerns

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Baby facilities

One parent reported there was no baby changing desk and felt uncomfortable after changing a baby in a stroller.

Small portions

A reviewer enjoyed the variety but cautioned diners not to overestimate the portion sizes.

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The Bottom Line

Sufret Maryam is a Jumeirah dining room focused on elevated Levantine cuisine, with the comforting feel of home cooking and more polished presentation. You can build a meal around hummus, shish barak, Musakhan or the highly praised labneh brulee dessert. The menu’s modern touches generally keep the original character of the dishes intact.

The setting is a major part of the appeal: reviews describe warm, elegant interiors, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere that works for family meals, celebrations and long conversations. One group with children and seniors found the service personal and accommodating, while another reviewer appreciated how quickly orders arrived. There are a few practical cautions.

The restaurant does not serve alcohol, and one review found the large space somewhat dull when lightly occupied. Portions may be more modest than expected, so sharing thoughtfully is sensible. A parent also reported that there was no baby changing desk and felt uncomfortable after being challenged for changing a baby in a stroller.

Vegetarian diners should check the eggplant fateh before ordering, as one review says it is not vegetarian. For a first visit, the safest review-backed bets are the creamy hummus, shish barak, Khobez al Bait and labneh brulee. The mixed grill was the one dish that drew a specific criticism.

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