Tanatan Dubai

Tanatan Dubai

Business Bay

Tanatan Dubai is a North Indian restaurant serving progressive, modern Indian food in Business Bay. Reviews highlight its Burj Khalifa view, live Bollywood entertainment and dishes such as chicken tikka, kebabs and jalebi with rabri.

Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
1,264 ratings
5★
58%
4★
18%
3★
7%
2★
4%
1★
13%

Source: Google Maps

The Good Stuff

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Burj View

Outdoor and balcony seating can give you a direct Burj Khalifa view, with photo-friendly corners around the venue.

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Indian Flavours

Several diners praised the food, including chicken tikka, mutton kebab, paneer dishes and beautifully presented desserts.

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What to Eat at Tanatan Dubai

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

Food 3

  1. Chicken tikka Net +3
    “Absolutely good live music, family fun dining spot must visit, Food is delicious we like chicken tikka it’s really good one .”
  2. Garlic naan Net +2
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  3. Tanatan sangaria Net +2
    “• Tanatan Sangaria & Jaljeera Mojito – both mocktails were refreshing and beautifully balanced.”
Honorable mentions (25)
  1. Anar ka pyar Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  2. Avocado papdi chaat Net +1
    “• Avocado Papdi Chaat – a unique fusion twist on a classic chaat, fresh and zesty!”
  3. Awadhi murg Net +1
    “• Awadhi Murg & Tanatan Sabzi Handi – rich, aromatic curries that went perfectly with the soft Garlic Naan.”
  4. Banjara chicken tikka Net +1
    “The food was very average and did not taste awesome at all. Except for banjara chicken tikka, all other dishes were very ordinary.”
  5. Banjara murgh tikka Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  6. Bhatti da murgh Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  7. Butter chicken Net +1
    “The Thai Curry was also really good, as was the Butter Chicken.”
  8. Butter naan Net +1
    “The food was equally impressive – the Paneer Jalfrezi was flavorful and cooked to perfection, the Butter Naan was soft and delicious, and the Hakka Noodles and Hot & Sour Soup added a delightful variety to the meal.”
  9. Chandni chowk ki papri chaat Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  10. Hakka noodles Net +1
    “The food was equally impressive – the Paneer Jalfrezi was flavorful and cooked to perfection, the Butter Naan was soft and delicious, and the Hakka Noodles and Hot & Sour Soup added a delightful variety to the meal.”
  11. Homemade jalebi with rabdi Net +1
    “Homemade Jalebi with Rabdi and Shahi Tukda were the perfect sweet ending!”
  12. Hot & sour soup Net +1
    “The food was equally impressive – the Paneer Jalfrezi was flavorful and cooked to perfection, the Butter Naan was soft and delicious, and the Hakka Noodles and Hot & Sour Soup added a delightful variety to the meal.”
  13. Jalebi with rabri Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  14. Kebab platter Net +1
    “Had kebab platter and other meals. Taste good and good portion.”
  15. Mutton chops Net +1
    “otherwise such a good premium place we it’s good Biriyani, kebabs, mutton chops etc.”
  16. Mutton kebab Net +1
    “The food was absolutely delicious - the Chicken Tikka and Mutton Kebab were highlights of our meal.”
  17. Pahadganj wala paneer Net +1
    “• Pahadganj Wala Paneer – melt-in-your-mouth paneer with bold spices.”
  18. Palak dahi sheekh Net +1
    “The food was good. For vegetarians, the Palak Dahi Sheekh and Paneer are recommended.”
  19. Paneer jalfrezi Net +1
    “The food was equally impressive – the Paneer Jalfrezi was flavorful and cooked to perfection, the Butter Naan was soft and delicious, and the Hakka Noodles and Hot & Sour Soup added a delightful variety to the meal.”
  20. Pulled tandoori murg salad Net +1
    “• Pulled Tandoori Murg Salad – light yet flavourful, loved the smokiness.”
  21. Rarha gosht Net +1
    “We ordered 👇🏼: Appetisers: Chandni Chowk Ki Papri Chaat Bhatti Da Murgh Main Course : Rarha Gosht Garlic naan Banjara Murgh Tikka Mocktails: Anar ka Pyar Tanatan Sangria Dessert: Jalebi with Rabri Everything was on point and delicious ✨🤤”
  22. Ras malai Net +1
    “We also enjoyed the Sheesha and indulged in the sweet goodness of Ras Malai.”
  23. Shahi tukda Net +1
    “Homemade Jalebi with Rabdi and Shahi Tukda were the perfect sweet ending!”
  24. Tanatan sabzi handi Net +1
    “• Awadhi Murg & Tanatan Sabzi Handi – rich, aromatic curries that went perfectly with the soft Garlic Naan.”
  25. Thai curry Net +1
    “The Thai Curry was also really good, as was the Butter Chicken.”

Drinks 1

  1. Jaljeera mojito Net +1
    “• Tanatan Sangaria & Jaljeera Mojito – both mocktails were refreshing and beautifully balanced.”
What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

  1. Authentic hyd dum biryani Net −1
    “I specifically told them to serve authentic Hyd Dum biryani, if you can’t make it say it before taking order.”
  2. Bloody mary Net −1
    “B) The barman did not know how to prepare a bloody mary. He used watered down tomato juice.”
  3. Chicken curry Net −1
    “But the food lacks the basic taste, lamb chop curry and chicken curry were plain and bland.”
  4. Lamb chop curry Net −1
    “But the food lacks the basic taste, lamb chop curry and chicken curry were plain and bland.”
  5. Rotten biryani Net −1
    “Had been to celebrate my kids birthday. Ordered many things but shocked to get served by rotten biryani and immediately informed them about it.”
  6. Thanda theeka Net −1
    “The drinks were okay, but the Thanda Theeka was really bad and should be avoided as it was overly spicy.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Reserve Ahead. Make a reservation before visiting; one review specifically recommends it, while another describes a 30-minute wait despite booking.

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Choose Seating. Ask for a side table or a seat away from the stage if you want to hear conversation; music becomes louder near the band after 9 PM.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Ramee Dream Hotel, Bay Square - 2nd
Business Bay, Dubai
Mon12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tue12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wed12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thu12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fri12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sat12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sun12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Common Concerns

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Very Loud

Music can make conversation impossible; one diner reported 105+ decibels and aching ears the following day.

Slow Service

Multiple reviews describe long waits, including drinks after 30 minutes and nearly an hour before a table was cleared for dessert.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

300 AED

set menu

“The set menu of 300 AED was too much food, the service really slow, we started at 19”
Google review · October 2024
DXB
LOCAL

The Bottom Line

Tanatan Dubai is a modern North Indian restaurant in Business Bay where dinner comes with a strong entertainment component. You can order dishes such as Chicken Tikka, Paneer Jalfrezi, kebabs and Jalebi with Rabri, then stay for live Bollywood singing or DJ sets. The Burj Khalifa view from balcony and outdoor seating is a major part of the appeal, especially for photos and celebrations.

The setting works well for birthdays, anniversaries and family outings. Reviews mention a kids play area, selfie stations and a big screen that can display a guest’s name and photo during a celebration. Indoor and outdoor seating gives you some choice, although the atmosphere changes considerably by table.

That caveat matters: sound is the consistent concern. Near the stage, music can make normal conversation impossible, and one diner reported 105+ decibels with ear pain the next day. Ask for a side table or a spot away from the band if you want to talk.

Service and food quality are mixed. Some diners describe excellent flavours and quick, attentive service, while others report bland curries, rotten biryani or waits of 30 minutes and more. Reserve ahead, allow extra time, and expect weekend parking congestion.

A set menu was reported at 300 AED, but this is a customer-reported past price rather than a current tariff.

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