Mansaf
Mansaf is a standout for several diners, with one calling it the best they had here.
Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan طبيخ و مشاوي
Al Barsha South
Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan is a Jordanian, Palestinian and Arabic restaurant in Al Barsha South, centred on homestyle dishes and outdoor dining. Reviews particularly point to the Mansaf and Musakhan, along with a calm courtyard atmosphere and attentive service.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
502 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Musakhan
Musakhan is another repeatedly praised choice, including by a diner who preferred it above the other dishes ordered.
Outdoor Courtyard
The outdoor setting is described as a beautifully decorated, relaxing courtyard with a calm atmosphere.
Group Portions
The mix grill was substantial enough for four people to share, making it a useful group order.
Keto Options
The menu includes keto almond breads and burgers served with keto buns.
Fresh Service
Several reviews mention food arriving fresh and hot, with one group noting that service was quick.
What to Eat at Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan طبيخ و مشاوي 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 Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan طبيخ و مشاوي, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan طبيخ و مشاوي got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Mansaf Net +4
“I had the best Mansaf here, very nice team. Will come again”
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Review excerpts
“I had the best Mansaf here, very nice team. Will come again”February 2026
“We had a wonderful experience, the food was amazing and the staff were very helpful . Mansaf and Manqal chicken were the highlight . Nanoo was our waitress she was extremely helpful and always had a smile on her face . Mustafa the manager accommodated to all of our needs. Thank you for a great and authentic experience ☺️”February 2026
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Musakhan Net +3
“I mostly recommend Musakhan out of everything else.”
Positive 3Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I mostly recommend Musakhan out of everything else.”February 2026
“Authentic Mansaf and musakhan, best in dubai,strongly recommended”January 2026
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Chicken manqal Net +1
“The food is incredible, specially the Mansaf was lovely, the meat was so good and we also ordered the chicken Manqal which was incredibly delicious!! Wonderful service by Nano, she is very hardworking and put so much effort to understand our needs being a group of 10 people visiting the restaurant.”
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Review excerpts
“The food is incredible, specially the Mansaf was lovely, the meat was so good and we also ordered the chicken Manqal which was incredibly delicious!! Wonderful service by Nano, she is very hardworking and put so much effort to understand our needs being a group of 10 people visiting the restaurant.”February 2026
“We had a wonderful experience, the food was amazing and the staff were very helpful . Mansaf and Manqal chicken were the highlight . Nanoo was our waitress she was extremely helpful and always had a smile on her face . Mustafa the manager accommodated to all of our needs. Thank you for a great and authentic experience ☺️”February 2026
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Fattoush salad Net +1
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”
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Review excerpts
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”December 2025
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Iftar Net +1
“Wonderful place,great food and a big thank you to Nano. Local food and a perfect iftar.”
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Review excerpts
“Wonderful place,great food and a big thank you to Nano. Local food and a perfect iftar.”February 2026
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Kabab keshkash Net +1
“Food was 10/10 we took the Kabab keshkash and musakkan, will definitely go back and try other items.”
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Review excerpts
“Food was 10/10 we took the Kabab keshkash and musakkan, will definitely go back and try other items.”May 2026
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Kebab Net +1
“Ordere kebab it was very tasty, ordered one to two person, it was really enough.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordere kebab it was very tasty, ordered one to two person, it was really enough.”December 2025
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Lentil soup Net +1
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”
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Review excerpts
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”December 2025
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Maqloubeh Net +1
“56 Aed for Maqloubeh, food tastes good, rice portion is barely enough for an adult.”
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Review excerpts
“56 Aed for Maqloubeh, food tastes good, rice portion is barely enough for an adult.”June 2026
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Mix grill Net +1
“We liked the mix grill it was delicious and shared it with 4”
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Review excerpts
“We liked the mix grill it was delicious and shared it with 4”March 2026
Drinks 3
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Cardamon turkish coffee Net +1
“Cardamon turkish coffee is something to die for... 😍”
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Review excerpts
“Cardamon turkish coffee is something to die for... 😍”January 2026
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Lemonade Net +1
“Good food, very good lemonade, friendly staff”
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Review excerpts
“Good food, very good lemonade, friendly staff”January 2026
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Mint & lemon drink Net +1
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“There were many delicious looking options but I didn't have a large appetite so settled on a fattoush salad and lentil soup. Great flavours and my mint & lemon drink was delicious too, so fresh and not too sweet. The best lemon mint drink I've tried in the UAE.”December 2025
What to Avoid (1)
Food 1
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Uzbek plov Net −1
“Whatever you’re calling Uzbek plov is honestly an offense to the real dish. Please take a minute to google the recipe or just rename it to “another rice dish” because this isn’t it.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Whatever you’re calling Uzbek plov is honestly an offense to the real dish. Please take a minute to google the recipe or just rename it to “another rice dish” because this isn’t it.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Plan Outdoors. Expect outdoor dining: a review specifically notes there is no indoor seated area, so dress and plan accordingly.
Visit Winter. Winter is the safer choice for enjoying the outdoor seating comfortably, according to one visitor.
Share Grill. For a group, consider the mix grill; one diner shared it with four people.
Watch Weather. If flies concern you, a review says the outdoor setting is better when the weather is windy.
Check Portions. If ordering Maqloubeh for one adult, ask about the rice portion first, as one diner found it barely sufficient.
Plan the visit
Practical details
366R+3G2
Al Barsha South Third - Al Barsha South, Dubai
| Mon | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
No Indoor Seating
The restaurant has no indoor seated area, so dining depends on the outdoor setup.
Small Rice Portion
One diner found the rice portion in the Maqloubeh barely sufficient for one adult.
Recipe Change
A returning customer said the Mankal chicken had lost its usual flavour because the 24-hour marination was no longer being followed.
Slow Service
One visit was described as having very slow service despite positive comments about the food and ambience.
Outdoor Flies
A diner reported too many flies when there was no wind, though windy weather reportedly improved the issue.
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The Bottom Line
Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan is a Jordanian, Palestinian and Arabic restaurant in Al Barsha South with a strong focus on traditional, homestyle food. The clearest draws in the reviews are Mansaf, Musakhan and Mankal chicken, while the mix grill can work well for a group: one diner shared it with four people. The setting is primarily outdoor, with a beautifully decorated courtyard and a calm, relaxing atmosphere.
That makes it appealing for an evening meal or coffee when the weather is comfortable, but there is no indoor seated area. One reviewer also reported too many flies when there was no wind, so winter or breezier conditions may make for a better visit. Service is usually described as friendly, attentive and quick, although one customer reported a very slow experience.
There is also some inconsistency worth knowing about: a returning diner felt the Mankal chicken had changed after the usual 24-hour marination was reduced. Maqloubeh was reported at 56 Aed, though the same diner felt its rice portion was barely enough for one adult. Keto almond breads and keto burger buns are also mentioned.