Green setting
Lakes, trees and greenery create a calm escape from Dubai’s usual city surroundings.
Majan
The Farm Restaurant in Majan is a modern international and Thai restaurant set among gardens, lakes and waterways. It draws people for peaceful outdoor dining, with breakfast and afternoon tea among the experiences mentioned by customers.
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Lakes, trees and greenery create a calm escape from Dubai’s usual city surroundings.
The patio overlooks a waterbody, with indoor and outdoor seating available.
The children’s play area makes a relaxed family meal easier to manage.
Breakfast dishes were described as fresh, well prepared and attractively presented.
Several visits mention friendly, attentive staff, including smooth service during busy hours.
Comfortable seating and a soft, peaceful ambience suit slow meals and special occasions.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of The Farm Restaurant, Al Barari, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“I went for breakfast and the food was really good, specially the avocado toast and coffee was just perfect.”
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“I went for breakfast and the food was really good, specially the avocado toast and coffee was just perfect.”November 2025
“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”May 2026
“The food lives up to the setting. The fish and chips were excellent: fresh, crispy, and well-seasoned.”
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“The food lives up to the setting. The fish and chips were excellent: fresh, crispy, and well-seasoned.”January 2026
“Went with family for lunch order fish and chips risotto and avocado pizza Food was good apart from avo pizza not recommend Service good .but too many 🪰 in the restaurant. Over all Good experience Fish and chips lovers must try.”May 2026
“The food was the highlight, between 2 of us the Arabic breakfast and the chia bowl was more than enough. The breakfast was delicious and filling, I couldn’t finish it all!”
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“The food was the highlight, between 2 of us the Arabic breakfast and the chia bowl was more than enough. The breakfast was delicious and filling, I couldn’t finish it all!”October 2025
“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”
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“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”May 2026
“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”
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“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”January 2026
“The food was the highlight, between 2 of us the Arabic breakfast and the chia bowl was more than enough. The breakfast was delicious and filling, I couldn’t finish it all!”
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“The food was the highlight, between 2 of us the Arabic breakfast and the chia bowl was more than enough. The breakfast was delicious and filling, I couldn’t finish it all!”October 2025
“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”
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“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”May 2026
“The food is delicious. Good portions. Ordered the deep fried Barramundi and Lamb cutlets. Great recommendations and background information on the food and the chefs by Waqas. He was very friendly and attentive. Coffee was ok.”
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“The food is delicious. Good portions. Ordered the deep fried Barramundi and Lamb cutlets. Great recommendations and background information on the food and the chefs by Waqas. He was very friendly and attentive. Coffee was ok.”November 2025
“The four cheese pizza was rich, cheesy, and very satisfying.”
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“The four cheese pizza was rich, cheesy, and very satisfying.”January 2026
“The grilled food platter was a standout, full of flavor and perfectly cooked.”
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“The grilled food platter was a standout, full of flavor and perfectly cooked.”April 2026
“The food is delicious. Good portions. Ordered the deep fried Barramundi and Lamb cutlets. Great recommendations and background information on the food and the chefs by Waqas. He was very friendly and attentive. Coffee was ok.”
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“The food is delicious. Good portions. Ordered the deep fried Barramundi and Lamb cutlets. Great recommendations and background information on the food and the chefs by Waqas. He was very friendly and attentive. Coffee was ok.”November 2025
“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”
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“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”January 2026
“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”
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“For the main course, I tried nachos, burrito, pizza 🍕, and penne pasta 🍝, and honestly everything was very, very good. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and nicely served.”January 2026
“Went with family for lunch order fish and chips risotto and avocado pizza Food was good apart from avo pizza not recommend Service good .but too many 🪰 in the restaurant. Over all Good experience Fish and chips lovers must try.”
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“Went with family for lunch order fish and chips risotto and avocado pizza Food was good apart from avo pizza not recommend Service good .but too many 🪰 in the restaurant. Over all Good experience Fish and chips lovers must try.”May 2026
“The Farm restaurant great atmosphere and delicious food! The salmon, pizza, and seafood paella were all hits and lets not forget the salad 😍 , Ibrahim was super friendly and took great care of us.”
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“The Farm restaurant great atmosphere and delicious food! The salmon, pizza, and seafood paella were all hits and lets not forget the salad 😍 , Ibrahim was super friendly and took great care of us.”March 2026
“The Farm restaurant great atmosphere and delicious food! The salmon, pizza, and seafood paella were all hits and lets not forget the salad 😍 , Ibrahim was super friendly and took great care of us.”
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“The Farm restaurant great atmosphere and delicious food! The salmon, pizza, and seafood paella were all hits and lets not forget the salad 😍 , Ibrahim was super friendly and took great care of us.”March 2026
“Amazing food, amazing tum yum soup and great service by Ujjal! The dessert was amazing too! I always love the vibe here with all nature”
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“Amazing food, amazing tum yum soup and great service by Ujjal! The dessert was amazing too! I always love the vibe here with all nature”February 2026
“Beautifully designed greenary in South part of Dunai. Vegetable dumplings 🥟 and chicken 🐔 biryani were great.”
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“Beautifully designed greenary in South part of Dunai. Vegetable dumplings 🥟 and chicken 🐔 biryani were great.”February 2026
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“We ordered shakshouka, an almond croissant, French toast, and coffee. The food was average, nothing special.”
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“I ordered the carbonara and the red shrimp curry, but neither stood out in terms of flavor.”
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“We ordered shakshouka, an almond croissant, French toast, and coffee. The food was average, nothing special.”
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“I ordered the carbonara and the red shrimp curry, but neither stood out in terms of flavor.”
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“We ordered shakshouka, an almond croissant, French toast, and coffee. The food was average, nothing special.”
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“I recently visited The Farm for afternoon tea, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was not only delicious but also very abundant—definitely great value for the experience.”
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“I recently visited The Farm for afternoon tea, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was not only delicious but also very abundant—definitely great value for the experience.”April 2026
“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”
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“The food is pretty great, we had the baked beans and toast, avocado toast, orange tea, the croissant and the chocolate banana dessert (can’t remember what it was called). Everything was freshly made and flavorful. We did end up overeating 🤣”May 2026
“I ordered pineapple juice 🍍 and watermelon juice 🍉 and both were super fresh and delicious — you can actually taste how fresh they are!”
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“I ordered pineapple juice 🍍 and watermelon juice 🍉 and both were super fresh and delicious — you can actually taste how fresh they are!”January 2026
“I first visited for afternoon tea, and the experience was made especially memorable by our waitress. Although I have dietary restrictions, I had chosen the traditional afternoon tea to accommodate my friend.”
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“I first visited for afternoon tea, and the experience was made especially memorable by our waitress. Although I have dietary restrictions, I had chosen the traditional afternoon tea to accommodate my friend.”June 2026
“I ordered pineapple juice 🍍 and watermelon juice 🍉 and both were super fresh and delicious — you can actually taste how fresh they are!”
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“I ordered pineapple juice 🍍 and watermelon juice 🍉 and both were super fresh and delicious — you can actually taste how fresh they are!”January 2026
“Went with family for lunch order fish and chips risotto and avocado pizza Food was good apart from avo pizza not recommend Service good .but too many 🪰 in the restaurant. Over all Good experience Fish and chips lovers must try.”
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“Went with family for lunch order fish and chips risotto and avocado pizza Food was good apart from avo pizza not recommend Service good .but too many 🪰 in the restaurant. Over all Good experience Fish and chips lovers must try.”May 2026
“Unfortunately, the Banana Split wasn’t great — but that might just come down to personal taste.”
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“Unfortunately, the Banana Split wasn’t great — but that might just come down to personal taste.”October 2025
“The Chicken Carbonara was another letdown. The pasta was extremely soft and lacked the texture you would expect from a good Italian pasta dish. Overall, the execution made us question their understanding of Italian cuisine.”
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“The Chicken Carbonara was another letdown. The pasta was extremely soft and lacked the texture you would expect from a good Italian pasta dish. Overall, the execution made us question their understanding of Italian cuisine.”July 2026
“We ordered the Farm Salad, which I understood to be one of their signature dishes, so I was expecting something special. Unfortunately, it came without proper dressing and was quite disappointing.”
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“We ordered the Farm Salad, which I understood to be one of their signature dishes, so I was expecting something special. Unfortunately, it came without proper dressing and was quite disappointing.”July 2026
“We also tried the Pineapple Slushy and Passion Fruit drinks, and both were too sour for our liking. I can understand the natural tartness of passion fruit, but the overall balance could have been much better.”
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“We also tried the Pineapple Slushy and Passion Fruit drinks, and both were too sour for our liking. I can understand the natural tartness of passion fruit, but the overall balance could have been much better.”July 2026
“The coffee was ok, I ordered a flat white, but it’s served in a cappuccino cup, so too much milk.”
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“The coffee was ok, I ordered a flat white, but it’s served in a cappuccino cup, so too much milk.”October 2025
Book ahead. Reserve in advance for weekends, especially if you want a particular table or outdoor spot.
Choose indoors. If flies are a concern, dine indoors and use the outdoor area later for photos.
Use valet. Free valet can make weekend parking easier when the surrounding area is crowded.
Arrive early. Sunday mornings may start quietly but become busier later, so an early arrival can help.
Ask adjustments. If you have dietary restrictions, ask whether the kitchen can adjust the dish before ordering.
Check weather. Outdoor seating is most enjoyable when the weather is comfortable; summer heat can make the walk and terrace less pleasant.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Flies and other insects can disrupt outdoor meals, and some guests noticed them indoors too.
Service ranges from warm and attentive to slow, distant or unwelcoming.
Parking may require a hot walk along the main road before reaching the restaurant.
Some diners felt the food quality did not consistently match the restaurant’s price point.
The Bottom Line
The Farm Restaurant in Majan is mainly about the setting: lakes, trees, water features and garden-style surroundings make it feel removed from Dubai’s usual pace. You can come for breakfast, lunch, dinner or afternoon tea, with customers mentioning dishes such as fish and chips, four cheese pizza, avocado toast and grilled food platters. Indoor and outdoor seating gives the visit a flexible, leisurely feel.
Families have a useful extra here: a children’s play area, while couples and smaller groups tend to value the quiet atmosphere and water views. Breakfast is a strong choice in the reviews, with Arabic breakfast, chia bowls, avocado toast and well-presented breakfast selections all receiving praise. Service can also be notably thoughtful, particularly when staff help with dietary questions or celebration setups.
There are practical trade-offs. Flies and mosquitoes have affected both terrace and indoor visits, and one guest had to move inside after birds repeatedly disturbed the food. Parking can be confusing or a long walk away, although free valet is mentioned.
Food quality and service are inconsistent: some diners found portions and flavours excellent, while others felt dishes were ordinary or overpriced. Book ahead for busy weekends and ask for an indoor table if insects are likely to bother you.