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The biryani is praised for its rich aroma and village-wedding-style flavour, while porotta is described as soft and fresh.
Talal Restaurant
Muhaisnah
Talal Restaurant in Muhaisnah is a family-friendly Indian-focused restaurant with a broad menu spanning South Indian dishes, charcoal cooking and seafood. Reviews point to the biryani, soft porotta, charcoal chicken and generously portioned seafood bucket as especially useful choices for a full meal or casual visit.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
1,502 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Charcoal Chicken
Charcoal chicken is described as tender inside, well cooked and full of flavour, making it a dependable main.
Seafood Bucket
The seafood bucket includes prawns, crab and mussels in a spicy, garlicky butter sauce, with enough food to share.
Generous Portions
Several diners describe the portions as generous; one buffalo-leg platter was abundant enough for six people.
Family Setting
Reviews describe the dining area as clean, comfortable and family-friendly, including for weekend meals and Iftar gatherings.
Fresh Food
Customers repeatedly mention freshly prepared, flavourful food and a wide choice of snacks and meals.
Quick Service
Multiple dine-in reviews report prompt service, including during busy periods, though delivery performance is less consistent.
What to Eat at Talal Restaurant 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 Talal Restaurant, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Talal Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Porotta Net +2
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”
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“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”December 2024
“But the main item is the porrota — very soft, fresh, and honestly one of the best I’ve eaten.”February 2026
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Shawarma Net +2
“Shawarma is full juicy, good amount of sauce, and very tasty.”
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“Shawarma is full juicy, good amount of sauce, and very tasty.”February 2026
“I tried the shawarma & milk tea and it was really good.”April 2025
Honorable mentions (23)
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Appam Net +1
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”
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“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”December 2024
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Beef biryani Net +1
“Today's food(18 Sept 23) was tasty and good quality. Beef biryani recommended. Nannari sarbath not recommended 😑.”
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“Today's food(18 Sept 23) was tasty and good quality. Beef biryani recommended. Nannari sarbath not recommended 😑.”September 2023
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Bhaji Net +1
“The poori and bhaji here are absolutely delicious — I really enjoy it.”
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“The poori and bhaji here are absolutely delicious — I really enjoy it.”August 2025
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Biriyani Net +1
“The biriyani is absolutely yummy and instantly reminded me of authentic village wedding biriyani 🥘 with a rich aroma and great taste.”
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“The biriyani is absolutely yummy and instantly reminded me of authentic village wedding biriyani 🥘 with a rich aroma and great taste.”January 2026
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Buffalo leg Net +1
“We had one platter of nicely cooked buffalo leg. The meat was really tender, tasty, and flavourful. It was not very spicy. Manageable for a non-spicy eater.”
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“We had one platter of nicely cooked buffalo leg. The meat was really tender, tasty, and flavourful. It was not very spicy. Manageable for a non-spicy eater.”December 2025
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Charcoal chicken Net +1
“We tried their charcoal chicken and the fish pollichathu—both were absolutely delicious and packed with flavor.”
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“We tried their charcoal chicken and the fish pollichathu—both were absolutely delicious and packed with flavor.”June 2026
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Chicken charcoal Net +1
“Chicken charcoal is nicely cooked, soft inside, and full of flavor.”
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“Chicken charcoal is nicely cooked, soft inside, and full of flavor.”February 2026
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Chicken fried rice Net +1
“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”
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“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”March 2023
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Chicken thattukada Net +1
“We ordered chicken Thattukada and kallummakaya Tara fry. Both the dishes were succulent.”
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“We ordered chicken Thattukada and kallummakaya Tara fry. Both the dishes were succulent.”June 2023
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Egg curry Net +1
“Idiyappam and egg curry good.”
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“Idiyappam and egg curry good.”June 2026
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Fish pollichathu Net +1
“We tried their charcoal chicken and the fish pollichathu—both were absolutely delicious and packed with flavor.”
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“We tried their charcoal chicken and the fish pollichathu—both were absolutely delicious and packed with flavor.”June 2026
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Ghee rice with chicken curry combo Net +1
“I tried today ghee rice with chicken curry combo, taste was amazing authentic South Indian style, more over staffs are amazing and best service beyond the level.”
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“I tried today ghee rice with chicken curry combo, taste was amazing authentic South Indian style, more over staffs are amazing and best service beyond the level.”January 2026
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Honey chicken Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the sea food thawa and the honey chicken.”
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“I particularly enjoyed the sea food thawa and the honey chicken.”June 2025
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Hot and sour chicken soup Net +1
“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”
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“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”March 2023
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Idiyappam Net +1
“Idiyappam and egg curry good.”
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“Idiyappam and egg curry good.”June 2026
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Kallummakaya tara fry Net +1
“We ordered chicken Thattukada and kallummakaya Tara fry. Both the dishes were succulent.”
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“We ordered chicken Thattukada and kallummakaya Tara fry. Both the dishes were succulent.”June 2023
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Kanji koott Net +1
“Their Kanji koott for iftar highly recommended..”
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“Their Kanji koott for iftar highly recommended..”February 2026
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Nadan flavor charcoal chicken Net +1
“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”
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“Food and ambience was excellent. we tried nadan flavor charcoal chicken, hot and sour chicken soup and chicken fried rice, which were all excellent.”March 2023
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Palkappa with beef Net +1
“We ordered the charcoals and palkappa with beef, and all of them were very delicious.”
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“We ordered the charcoals and palkappa with beef, and all of them were very delicious.”May 2026
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Poori Net +1
“The poori and bhaji here are absolutely delicious — I really enjoy it.”
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“The poori and bhaji here are absolutely delicious — I really enjoy it.”August 2025
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Sea food thawa Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the sea food thawa and the honey chicken.”
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“I particularly enjoyed the sea food thawa and the honey chicken.”June 2025
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Seafood bucket Net +1
“But the real star was the *seafood bucket*. Loaded with prawns, crab, and mussels, all tossed in a sauce that hits the perfect balance of spice, garlic, and butter. Every bite was packed with flavor and nothing felt soggy or overcooked. Portion size was generous enough to share, but I almost didn’t want to 😅”
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“But the real star was the *seafood bucket*. Loaded with prawns, crab, and mussels, all tossed in a sauce that hits the perfect balance of spice, garlic, and butter. Every bite was packed with flavor and nothing felt soggy or overcooked. Portion size was generous enough to share, but I almost didn’t want to 😅”June 2026
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Beef coconut dry fry Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok.”
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Milk tea Net +1
“I tried the shawarma & milk tea and it was really good.”
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“I tried the shawarma & milk tea and it was really good.”April 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Chicken varutharachathu Net −1
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry.”
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Critical review excerpts
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry.”December 2024
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Combo Net −1
“Per head charge was 10 AED, but the combo was a complete flop. It included half banana fry, 1 samosa, and a small beetroot juice. Cut fruits were charged 5 AED separately.”
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“Per head charge was 10 AED, but the combo was a complete flop. It included half banana fry, 1 samosa, and a small beetroot juice. Cut fruits were charged 5 AED separately.”February 2026
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Kappa Net −1
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”
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Critical review excerpts
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself. Then beef coconut dry fry was ok. After that the chicken varutharacha curry had too much of coconut in it and was not at all tasting good. It was tasting more of like a masala curry. Even the kappa also had excess of coconut in it which again made it lack the flavour. Appam and porotta was good for a relief.”December 2024
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Mutton soup Net −1
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself.”
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Critical review excerpts
“When coming to the food, we ordered mutton soup, appam, porotta, kappa, beef coconut dry fry and chicken varutharachathu. Mutton soup tasted less like a soup and more like mutton curry. Seems like they have given mutton curry in a bowl. Was very disappointed with the starter itself.”December 2024
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Nannari sarbath Net −1
“Today's food(18 Sept 23) was tasty and good quality. Beef biryani recommended. Nannari sarbath not recommended 😑.”
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“Today's food(18 Sept 23) was tasty and good quality. Beef biryani recommended. Nannari sarbath not recommended 😑.”September 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Dine In. For time-sensitive meals, dine in rather than relying on delivery: reviews describe waits exceeding two hours for delivered orders.
Try Biryani. Start with the biryani if you want a strongly recommended dish; one diner compared it with authentic village wedding biryani.
Share Seafood. The seafood bucket is large enough to share and combines prawns, crab and mussels in a garlic-butter sauce.
Expect Crowds. If visiting on a weekend, allow extra time: one review mentions waiting because the restaurant was crowded.
Check Iftar Bill. During Iftar, confirm each billed item and the balance; one diner reported charges for food they did not order.
Add Chai. For breakfast or snacks, consider adding chai; one regular specifically pairs Sunday poori and bhaji with a fresh cup.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Muhaisanah Fourth - Muhaisnah 4 - Dubai
Muhaisanah Fourth - Muhaisnah 4, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Delivery Delays
Two reviews report delivery waits of more than two hours, including an order cancelled by the restaurant.
Order Mix-Up
One Keeta order was reportedly assigned to the wrong rider, arrived too late and was expected to be cold.
Billing Complaint
A diner reported being charged for items not eaten or ordered during an Iftar visit and not receiving the balance.
Uneven Service
Although many reviews praise the service, others mention a missing tea order and rude or unprofessional responses.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
10 AED
Iftar combo
“Per head charge was 10 AED, but the combo was a complete flop”Google review · February 2026
5 AED
Cut fruits
“Cut fruits were charged 5 AED separately”Google review · February 2026
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The Bottom Line
Talal Restaurant in Muhaisnah suits diners looking for a broad Indian-led menu in a comfortable, family-friendly setting. Reviews highlight the biryani for its rich, village-wedding-style aroma, the soft porotta, and charcoal chicken that stays tender inside. There is also plenty beyond the usual staples: one seafood review describes a shareable bucket of prawns, crab and mussels in a spicy garlic-butter sauce.
Portions and value are recurring strengths. Diners describe generous servings, including a buffalo-leg platter large enough for six, and several reviews call the prices affordable or budget-friendly. Snacks and breakfast are part of the appeal too; poori with bhaji and chai, idiyappam with egg curry, and shawarma with milk tea all receive specific praise.
The restaurant is often described as clean, welcoming and suitable for families. Dine-in service is commonly reported as quick, even when busy, but weekend crowds can mean some waiting. Delivery is the main caution: separate reviews mention orders taking over two hours, a wrong-rider mix-up and cancellation.
For Iftar, check the bill carefully, as one diner reported charges for items not ordered and an unreturned balance. Overall, it is a practical neighbourhood choice for South Indian comfort food, charcoal dishes and generous meals, with dine-in looking more dependable than delivery.