Biryani
Biryani is a reliable choice, with reviewers praising its flavour and calling the mutton version one of the best they have had.
Tej Indian Restaurant
Al Muteena
Tej Indian Restaurant is a hotel-based Indian restaurant in Al Muteena, serving a breakfast buffet and all-day Indian dishes. Reviews point especially to the biryani and thalis, with a comfortable, clean setting and free covered parking noted by one summer visitor.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
516 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Thalis
The thalis are substantial; one review specifically describes the portion as huge, while another praises the Halva Puri Thali.
Breakfast
The breakfast buffet is described as fresh, well organised and varied, with options for different cuisines and freshly prepared eggs.
Indian Dishes
Specific standouts include tender Mutton Bhuna Ghost and rich Roganjosh, both praised for their flavour.
Warm Service
Many diners describe the service as friendly, attentive and welcoming, including during busy family and hotel-stay visits.
Dining Space
Reviews describe the setting as spacious, hygienic, clean and comfortable, with modern decoration and a welcoming atmosphere.
Covered Parking
The hotel setting can be useful for drivers: one summer visitor specifically appreciated having free covered parking.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Availability. Before ordering, confirm that your preferred dishes are available; one diner found many menu items unavailable.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for service, especially if ordering several courses, as one review reports hours-long waits.
Request Mild. If you prefer milder food, ask for lower spice; a diner received dishes balanced to their low-spice request.
Use Parking. If you are driving during hot weather, the hotel's free covered parking can make arrival more comfortable.
Try Breakfast. Breakfast is worth considering for its variety, including vegetarian choices and eggs prepared fresh to order.
Expect Refills. For unlimited pani puri, expect one plate at a time and possible waits between rounds rather than rapid refills.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Ramada by Wyndham - Salah Al Din St
Al Muteena - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Long Waits
One diner reported waiting hours for drinks, then even longer for starters and the main course.
Availability
A review says many dishes listed on the menu were unavailable when the diner tried to order.
Thali Variation
The thali was not consistently impressive: one reviewer found it average while praising the biryani and starters.
Pani Puri Delays
The unlimited pani puri offer was criticised for slow refills, with roughly 15 minutes between plates.
Spice Level
The bhel puri was too spicy for one diner, so spice preferences may matter when ordering.
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The Bottom Line
Tej Indian Restaurant is a hotel-based Indian restaurant in Al Muteena, with a menu that suits both hotel guests and diners looking for North Indian and broader Indian flavours. The dishes most clearly backed by reviews are biryani, thalis, Mutton Rogan Josh and Mutton Bhuna Ghost. The Halva Puri Thali is one particularly useful order to note, while the breakfast buffet has a varied spread and fresh eggs made to preference.
The food is generally described as flavourful and well presented, and several reviews say the portions offer good value. The dining room is repeatedly described as clean, comfortable, spacious and hygienic. Families have also used the restaurant for birthday celebrations, and the breakfast service works well for hotel stays.
Drivers may appreciate the free covered parking mentioned by a summer visitor. There are a few practical cautions. One diner reported that many menu items were unavailable and that drinks, starters and mains took an exceptionally long time to arrive; another found waiting times high.
Unlimited pani puri may also involve 15-minute gaps between plates. If you are sensitive to spice, ask for a milder preparation, as one bhel puri was too spicy for a diner while another successfully requested low-spice dishes.