The Food Square Restaurant

Name: The Food Square Restaurant
Address: Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142344066

Jumeirah Beach Residence

Restaurant Closed 04 234 4066

The Food Square is a multi-cuisine restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence, with Middle Eastern grills, breakfast dishes and international favourites. Reviews make it especially appealing for generous sharing platters, outdoor dining and attentive service, with Moroccan tea and occasional complimentary fruit adding a pleasant touch.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

1,393 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Generous portions

The portions are large enough to share, especially the mixed grill platter with lamb chops, kofta, beef tikka and chicken.

Outdoor setting

The large terrace sits close to parking and gives diners a lively view of people and traffic along JBR.

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What to Eat at The Food Square Restaurant

These items at The Food Square Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

Watermelon fruit Net +3

“Also, thank you for the complimentary **watermelon fruit** by *Alain*; it was a refreshing and kind gesture that we really appreciated!”
Chicken tawook Net +2

“I ordered the Mushroom Soup with garlic bread and the Shish Taouk, and both tasted great.”
Mushroom soup Net +2

“The VIP Iftar was served as a course, starting with mushroom soup, followed by Middle Eastern delicacies and fresh kebabs, ending with fruits. Everything was neatly arranged and had excellent fresh taste.”
Mutton biriyani Net +2

“The culinary journey at The Food Square was equally delightful. Each dish, from the flavorful Mutton Biriyani to the indulgent Cheese Shrimp Pasta and the succulent Roast Chicken, showcased the chef’s expertise and commitment to quality.”

Honorable mentions (25)

Arabic breakfast special Net +1

“I really enjoyed my experience at The Food Square! I ordered the Arabic breakfast special - a huge amount of food, all of it delicious, for an extremely reasonable price. Sanju gave me very friendly, helpful and attentive service. Thank you!”
Atlantic salad Net +1

“We ordered the chicken tawook and Atlantic salad, both were fresh and delicious.”
Avocado mango salad Net +1

“The avocado mango salad is a perfect combination.”
Beef sizzler Net +1

“We also ordered the beef sizzler, beef tenderloin with veggies and fries, and chicken shawarma plate. Our food was excellent.”
Beef stroganoff Net +1

“If you are looking for recommendations try the Beef Stroganoff from the continental menu.”
Beef tenderloin with veggies and fries Net +1

“We also ordered the beef sizzler, beef tenderloin with veggies and fries, and chicken shawarma plate. Our food was excellent.”
Beef tikka Net +1

“We ordered the half platter sharing mixer. It can definitely feed a couple of people. The platter had a nice mix of 2 lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka, and chicken kabob and tikka. It was well cooked with lots of flavour.”
Butter chicken Net +1

“Here price = quality, very tasty food. Butter chicken, Greek salad and tasty and sweet watermelon.”
Cheese shrimp pasta Net +1

“The culinary journey at The Food Square was equally delightful. Each dish, from the flavorful Mutton Biriyani to the indulgent Cheese Shrimp Pasta and the succulent Roast Chicken, showcased the chef’s expertise and commitment to quality.”
Chicken kabob and tikka Net +1

“We ordered the half platter sharing mixer. It can definitely feed a couple of people. The platter had a nice mix of 2 lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka, and chicken kabob and tikka. It was well cooked with lots of flavour.”
Chicken kebab Net +1

“Food was lovely. Tacos were delicious and chicken kebab very tasty. More than we could eat.”
Chicken shawarma plate Net +1

“We also ordered the beef sizzler, beef tenderloin with veggies and fries, and chicken shawarma plate. Our food was excellent.”
Garlic bread Net +1

“I ordered the Mushroom Soup with garlic bread and the Shish Taouk, and both tasted great.”
Greek salad Net +1

“Here price = quality, very tasty food. Butter chicken, Greek salad and tasty and sweet watermelon.”
Half platter sharing mixer Net +1

“We ordered the half platter sharing mixer. It can definitely feed a couple of people. The platter had a nice mix of 2 lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka, and chicken kabob and tikka. It was well cooked with lots of flavour.”
Kabab Net +1

“I visited this restaurant a few times and every time I was impressed with the delicacy and cleanliness of the food, specifically kabab and mashawi plate it was super delicious!! I highly recommended it they have a good stuff and manager ♥️”
Lamb chops Net +1

“We ordered the half platter sharing mixer. It can definitely feed a couple of people. The platter had a nice mix of 2 lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka, and chicken kabob and tikka. It was well cooked with lots of flavour.”
Lamb kofta Net +1

“We ordered the half platter sharing mixer. It can definitely feed a couple of people. The platter had a nice mix of 2 lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka, and chicken kabob and tikka. It was well cooked with lots of flavour.”
Lamb platter Net +1

“I had the lamb platter, it was very good! There was a lot of meat, lots of flavors!!”
Lemon with mint Net +1

“I had a lemon with mint a little watery but good!!”
Mashawi plate Net +1

“I visited this restaurant a few times and every time I was impressed with the delicacy and cleanliness of the food, specifically kabab and mashawi plate it was super delicious!! I highly recommended it they have a good stuff and manager ♥️”
Roast chicken Net +1

“The culinary journey at The Food Square was equally delightful. Each dish, from the flavorful Mutton Biriyani to the indulgent Cheese Shrimp Pasta and the succulent Roast Chicken, showcased the chef’s expertise and commitment to quality.”
Shawarma beef plate Net +1

“Absolutely delicious. We ordered the Shawarma Beef plate and the Shawarma Chicken plate. It was served with pickled veggies, fresh pita, and starter of hummus and olives, deliciously seasoned fries. Generous portions. Everything was top notch. Our server Ghiath took great care of us. They even treated us to watermelon slices after dinner. It was also nice to sit outside and watch all the people go by and take in the sights. We highly recommend them.”
Shawarma chicken plate Net +1

“Absolutely delicious. We ordered the Shawarma Beef plate and the Shawarma Chicken plate. It was served with pickled veggies, fresh pita, and starter of hummus and olives, deliciously seasoned fries. Generous portions. Everything was top notch. Our server Ghiath took great care of us. They even treated us to watermelon slices after dinner. It was also nice to sit outside and watch all the people go by and take in the sights. We highly recommend them.”
Tacos Net +1

“Food was lovely. Tacos were delicious and chicken kebab very tasty. More than we could eat.”

Drinks 3

Moroccan tea Net +2

“The food, the service and the atmosphere 😍😍😍… I am more than satisfied… became one of my favourite restaurants in JBR… ✨also the location is perfect… not too far from the parking and has a very biiiig terrace… I highly recommend it… don’t miss to order the Moroccan Tea ♥️♥️♥️”
Cinnamon tea Net +1

“As an added treat, they surprised us with a vibrant fruit platter, a selection of Arabic bread, and fragrant cinnamon tea, all complimentary in honor of my mother’s special day.”
Clarity drink Net +1

“My friend had the Clarity drink she liked it!”

What to Avoid (4)

Food 4

Beef shawarma Net −1

“I ordered from keeta beef shawarma before. it was good, therefore, I ordered 5 sandwiches this time and regretted it. They came loose and barely filled. We should get what we pay for. I didn't, and was a waste of money.”
Kofta Net −1

“My friend had a kofta it was a little bit too fat for her she vomitted later on and did not enhoy it much!”
Lebanese kafta kebab Net −1

“I also ordered the Lebanese Kafta Kebab, which was very average and served with a very bitter creamy sauce that was absolutely terrible.”
Steak sandwich Net −1

“I ordered a steak sandwich, but the meat was tough and chewy, like gum.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share platters. Consider splitting the half platter sharing mixer: one reviewer said it could feed a couple of people because of its generous mix of meats.

Try tea. Add Moroccan Tea after dinner; it was repeatedly mentioned as a memorable finishing touch.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai

Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai

04 234 4066

Mon	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Tue	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Wed	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Thu	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Fri	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Sat	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM
Sun	9:00 AM – 3:30 AM

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Common Concerns

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Shawarma inconsistency

One repeat customer said five beef shawarma sandwiches arrived loose and barely filled, making the order feel like poor value.

Higher pricing

A reviewer felt prices were a little high, even while considering the food and service worthwhile.

Customer-reported prices

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

140 AED

steak sandwich and two bottles of water

“My order, with two bottles of water , cost 140 AED”

Google review · November 2024

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The Bottom Line

The Food Square is a multi-cuisine restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence, with a menu that ranges from Middle Eastern grills to international comfort food. Reviews specifically mention the Shawarma Beef plate, chicken tawook, breakfast dishes and the half platter sharing mixer, so there is plenty to choose from whether you want a solo meal or something for the table. Portions are a real strength.

The mixed platter includes lamb chops, lamb kofta, beef tikka and chicken kebab and was considered large enough for a couple to share. Breakfast also gets strong praise for being flavourful and varied. Some meals have included complimentary watermelon, bread, fruit or tea, although these should be treated as occasional gestures rather than guaranteed extras.

The outdoor terrace is a major part of the appeal: diners describe sitting close to the JBR walkway, watching people and passing traffic, with parking not too far away. Service is usually described as friendly, fast and attentive, though one quiet visit involved a tough steak sandwich, delayed basics and repeated requests for ketchup. Prices can feel high to some diners, and one review reported poorly filled beef shawarma sandwiches, so check that order when it arrives.

Moroccan Tea is a popular finishing choice.