Thalassery Restaurant Karama Adcb Branch

Name: Thalassery Restaurant Karama Adcb Branch
Address: Trade Centre Road - 133 Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed St, Al Karama, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971529292931

Al Karama

Kerala restaurant Closed 0 529 292 931

Thalassery Restaurant Karama ADCB Branch brings Kerala and Malabar-style cooking to Al Karama, with plenty of praise for its seafood, biryani and traditional dishes. The seafood platter, Thalassery Biryani and panna cotta pudding are among the clearest reasons to consider it for a casual meal or family gathering.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

977 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Malabar flavours

Thalassery Biryani uses traditional short-grain Kaima rice, while the ghee rice and beef combo is also recommended.

Seafood variety

The seafood platter is reported to include prawns, fish, squid and crab, with generous portions and coastal Kerala flavours.

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What to Eat at Thalassery Restaurant Karama Adcb Branch

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Thalassery Restaurant Karama Adcb Branch, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 4

Pannacotta pudding Net +3

“And let’s talk about the conclusion to the meal: You absolutely must cap off your feast with their legendary Pannacotta Pudding. It is a silken, ethereal dream—the perfect, sophisticated antidote to a vibrant meal.”
Fish fry Net +2

“- Meals: 👍👍Loved it! Comes with a fish fry,worth it”
Masala dosa Net +2

“Very nice food,I really like dosa masala very crunchy”
Seafood bucket Net +2

“And especially sea food bucket.The flavors genuinely bring back the taste of home.”

Honorable mentions (32)

Appams Net +1

“The menu is a celebration of Kerala's rich culinary heritage. The Appams are a standout—lacy, soft in the center, and perfectly crisp at the edges.”
Beef pothi biryani Net +1

“The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff. I also tried their veg thali, beef pothi biryani, egg noodles, and pothichor - all of which were good. However, the fried rice and lollipop chicken were average.”
Biriyani thakkaram buffet Net +1

“We had biriyani thakkaram buffet at Thalassery restaurant today , for 25 aed its totally worth , all the dishes were very tasty and Arun served us with extreme pleasant hospitality ,special thanks for the sweet treat and service and will visit again .”
Chakka puzhukk with prawns Net +1

“This is our first time trying your food and its very memorable and must try authentic We suggest mango pannacotta, alfredo pasta and chakka puzhukk with prawns. We appreciate the good service of the staffs of thallassery restaurants”
Chattichoru Net +1

“Good ambience, tasty food ( Chattichoru a must try item) and arun chettan's service so good. Please visit Thalassery restaurant.”
Chicken 65 Net +1

“Chicken 65 and biriyani was really really yummy and cured my soul.”
Chicken barbecue Net +1

“The chicken barbecue and seafood bucket was so yummy and delicious and the service of all staff are very accomodating.”
Chicken idichidhu Net +1

“We are staying here since 4 days and eat Indian food at many restaurants but the authenticity of food received was just mouth watering. We eat Mutton Shappcurry, Chicken Idichidhu and it was delicious.”
Chicken kabab rice Net +1

“For something a bit different but equally satisfying, the Chicken Kabab Rice is a fantastic choice. The kababs are succulent and well-marinated, served alongside fragrant rice that absorbs the juices perfectly.”
Chicken kerala curry Net +1

“They pair beautifully with the Chicken Kerala Curry, which is aromatic, rich with coconut milk, and infused with the warmth of freshly ground spices.”
Crab roast Net +1

“The crab roast was absolutely delicious and highly recommendable.”
Ghee rice and beef combo Net +1

“The Ghee Rice and Beef combo is also highly recommended.”
Ghee roast Net +1

“We ordered mysoor masala dosa, ghee roast, masala dosa, and poori burji , all were outstanding for taste, we really enjoyed the food , Thank you so much”
Ice cream with noodles and fruits Net +1

“The ice cream with noodles and fruits won our hearts ♥️”
Irachi choru Net +1

“The beef in the Irachi Choru was well-cooked and tasty, but the rice lacked the rich flavor that would make the dish stand out.”
Kerala paratha Net +1

“Another must-try is the Kerala Paratha; it is wonderfully flaky, multi-layered, and carries that signature buttery texture that makes it impossible to stop at just one.”
King fish fry Net +1

“-Ordered extra king fish fry which was particularly good.👍👍”
Mango pannacotta Net +1

“This is our first time trying your food and its very memorable and must try authentic We suggest mango pannacotta, alfredo pasta and chakka puzhukk with prawns. We appreciate the good service of the staffs of thallassery restaurants”
Mango pannacotta dessert Net +1

“We went for lunch , pothi briyani nice, chatti chorus was decent, dynamite chicken tasted good but little rough. Mango pannacotta dessert was excellent. Arun served us well.”
Mutton biriyani Net +1

“Biriyani is delicious. But felt more ghee in them. But good portion size and delicious. Tried mutton and chicken biriyani”
Mutton pepper Net +1

“The person who took our order Mr.Musthafa / Emmanuel suggested special dish called Mutton pepper inspired from the complete actor Mohanlal. The dish was soo good, well good with veggies. Really loved it, and will try again for sure.”
Mutton shappcurry Net +1

“We are staying here since 4 days and eat Indian food at many restaurants but the authenticity of food received was just mouth watering. We eat Mutton Shappcurry, Chicken Idichidhu and it was delicious.”
Mysoor masala dosa Net +1

“We ordered mysoor masala dosa, ghee roast, masala dosa, and poori burji , all were outstanding for taste, we really enjoyed the food , Thank you so much”
Poori burji Net +1

“We ordered mysoor masala dosa, ghee roast, masala dosa, and poori burji , all were outstanding for taste, we really enjoyed the food , Thank you so much”
Pothi briyani Net +1

“We went for lunch , pothi briyani nice, chatti chorus was decent, dynamite chicken tasted good but little rough. Mango pannacotta dessert was excellent. Arun served us well.”
Pothichoru Net +1

“- Pothichoru: 👍👍Another good one !-”
Seafood boil Net +1

“Had an absolutely amazing and affordable seafood boil! Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious with a generous mix of fish, crab, mussels, prawns, and squid. The flavours were perfect and the portion was great.”
Seafood on leaves Net +1

“Huge portions, excellent service, and they served seafood on leaves — very impressive and super delicious.”
Seafood platter Net +1

“I tried the seafood platter at Thalassery Restaurant and it was absolutely delicious! The portion was generous with a great variety – prawns, fish, squid, and crab all cooked to perfection. The flavors were authentic with just the right amount of spice, reminding me of true coastal Kerala taste. Fresh, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. Definitely a must-try for seafood lovers!”
Thalassery biryani Net +1

“Their Thalassery Biryani is aromatic, flavorful, and made with the traditional short-grain Kaima rice.”
Chatti chorus Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We went for lunch , pothi briyani nice, chatti chorus was decent, dynamite chicken tasted good but little rough. Mango pannacotta dessert was excellent. Arun served us well.”
Lollipop chicken Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff. I also tried their veg thali, beef pothi biryani, egg noodles, and pothichor - all of which were good. However, the fried rice and lollipop chicken were average.”

Drinks 1

Fresh milk chai Net +1

“The final take away of any north Kerala culinary experience is anchored in taste of the taste of their fresh milk chai or the traditional Samawaar. In this regard, the restaurant delivers brilliantly; I would easily rate their chai a 9/10, offering rich flavors that are beautifully reminiscent of 1980s Thalassery.”

What to Avoid (2)

Food 1

Dynamite chicken Net −1

“We went for lunch , pothi briyani nice, chatti chorus was decent, dynamite chicken tasted good but little rough. Mango pannacotta dessert was excellent. Arun served us well.”

Drinks 1

Thalassery cocktail Net −1

“The Thalassery cocktail didn't quite hit the mark. On a separate note, the washing area could use some improvement, as it felt congested and unhygienic.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try buffet. Check whether the buffet is running; one review reported a 20 dhrms buffet, while another found the 25 AED biriyani thakkaram buffet worthwhile.

Order fish. If choosing meals, consider adding fish fry: one review found the included fish fry worthwhile and especially liked an extra king fish fry.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Trade Centre Road - 133 Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed St

Al Karama, Dubai

0 529 292 931

Mon	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Tue	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wed	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Thu	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Fri	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	7:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Party noise

A birthday celebration with a DJ and extremely loud music made it difficult for other diners to enjoy their meals peacefully.

Buffet welcome

One buffet visit had no greeting, seating guidance or explanation of the spread, despite staff being gathered at the cash counter.

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The Bottom Line

Thalassery Restaurant Karama ADCB Branch is a Kerala restaurant in Al Karama that leans into Malabar flavours while also covering broader tastes. You can order Thalassery Biryani made with short-grain Kaima rice, seafood platters, traditional meals with fish fry, or even thin-crust pizza and homemade-tasting pasta. Seafood is one of the strongest themes in the reviews.

The platter is described as a generous mix of prawns, fish, squid and crab, while other diners mention seafood buckets and seafood served on leaves. Availability may vary, though: one family found no seafood on the menu during its visit, so it is worth checking before you settle on it. The buffet can be a practical choice when available.

Reviews mention a 20 dhrms buffet and a 25 AED biriyani thakkaram buffet, both described as good value. For dessert, the panna cotta pudding and mango panna cotta receive unusually specific praise. The setting is generally described as clean, spacious and family-friendly, with many seats and RTA parking outside.

Service is often called attentive, but execution is not guaranteed: one buffet visitor received little welcome or guidance, and a birthday DJ made another meal uncomfortably loud. A quieter visit may be better outside event periods.