The Permit Room

The Permit Room

Al Mankhool

Restaurant Open now 0 547 911 796

The Permit Room is an Indian resto lounge at Majestic City Retreat Hotel in Al Mankhool, pairing modern Indian fusion with cocktails, music and shisha. Reviews point to creative dishes such as Pav Bhaji Focaccia and lively brunches with games and entertainment.

Reputation Score
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454 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Fusion menu

South and North Indian flavours meet in inventive dishes, including Kathal Dosa Tacos and Chole Kulche Doughnut.

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Outdoor seating

The spacious outdoor area is comfortably air-conditioned, making it usable even through Dubai summer.

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What to Eat at The Permit Room

These items at The Permit Room got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 6

  1. Ferrero chocobar Net +3
    “The food taste is so amazing and yummy with all fusion twists and their fererro rocher dessert is 😘😘”
  2. Cooker khudkad Net +2
    “The new food menu is amazing and so flavourful with a modern twist. my favourite jamavari Mutton Seekh, Truffle kulcha amritsari mushroom achar, delhi 6 chicken seekh and cooker khudkad with jeera rice are a must recommended.”
  3. Masala dosa Net +2
    “We thoroughly enjoyed the Pav Bhaji Focaccia, Masala Dosa, Momos, Paneer Chilly, Paneer Makhani, and Laccha Paratha. Each dish showcased a wonderful balance of taste, presentation, and authenticity, making it difficult to choose a favorite.”
  4. Paneer makhani Net +2
    “​A huge thank you to Chef Hussain—every dish we tried, from the Pav Bhaji Focaccia and Masala Dosa to the Paneer Makhani, was bursting with authentic, perfectly balanced flavors.”
  5. Peri-peri chicken tikka Net +2
    “The highlight of the menu is the Peri Peri Chicken Tikka. This dish stands out with its perfectly marinated chicken, providing a satisfying blend of spicy and tangy flavors. The seasoning is vibrant without being overwhelming, and the chicken is cooked to a tender perfection.”
  6. Signature vadi chaat Net +2
    “The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was bursting with flavor. I especially loved the Very Berry Kolaveri mocktail, Signature Vadi Chat, vegetable soup, the pakoras and Rogan Ghost. 🤍”
Honorable mentions (31)
  1. Aam papad golgappa Net +1
    “- Aam Papad Golgappa (Nice)”
  2. Aangori gulab jamun Net +1
    “The aangori gulab jamun was mouth melting.”
  3. Barni paneer Net +1
    “For the main course, the Barni Paneer and Earthnut Mushroom Khichdi were excellent and full of flavour.”
  4. Bihari botti Net +1
    “I visited this place recently and I’m a regular here since then. Love the food specifically Bihari botti.”
  5. Burrata chaat Net +1
    “Some standouts include the Pav Bhaji Focaccia (AED 38), which takes the beloved street food dish to a whole new level, and the Burrata Chaat (AED 50), a fusion dish that’s as refreshing as it is flavorful.”
  6. Calcutta chili chicken Net +1
    “- Calcutta Chili Chicken (Great)”
  7. Chicken lababdar Net +1
    “The Chicken Lababdar was rich, creamy, and full of balanced spice—definitely one of the highlights for me.”
  8. Chole kulche doughnut Net +1
    “We also tried the Kathal Dosa Tacos with jackfruit filling and crispy dosa shell, along with the Chole Kulche Doughnut with chole filling and gajar achaar mousse — both were creative and delicious.”
  9. Crispy lamb Net +1
    “I also loved the Crispy Lamb, which had the perfect contrast of tenderness and crunch, with bold, well-rounded flavors.”
  10. Crispy tasty cauliflower & chicken pizza Net +1
    “We visited Permit Room and tried their new Crispy Tasty Cauliflower & Chicken Pizza. It was something unique, and I’d definitely recommend giving it a try.”
  11. Dahi bhalla ice cream Net +1
    “We also tasted the Dahi Bhalla Ice Cream, which was quite interesting. I’d rate it 7/10 because you could really taste both the Dahi Bhalla and the ice cream together.”
  12. Date old fashioned Net +1
    “Beverages we had we all well made: - Coffee Negroni - Mango Libra - Date Old Fashioned”
  13. Delhi 6 chicken seekh Net +1
    “The new food menu is amazing and so flavourful with a modern twist. my favourite jamavari Mutton Seekh, Truffle kulcha amritsari mushroom achar, delhi 6 chicken seekh and cooker khudkad with jeera rice are a must recommended.”
  14. Earthnut mushroom khichdi Net +1
    “For the main course, the Barni Paneer and Earthnut Mushroom Khichdi were excellent and full of flavour.”
  15. Erachi pepper patti samosas Net +1
    “We also loved the Erachi Pepper Patti Samosas (AED 55), which are packed with flavor and spice.”
  16. Fish fry Net +1
    “My favorites among the menu is the Thai Salad, Mercedes Chaat, Peri-peri chicken tikka, fish fry and Jodhpui Mutton Curry. The Ferrero Chocobar is also sensational.”
  17. Goan prawn curry Net +1
    “We had some tasty Goan Prawn Curry, Mangalore Ghee Roast Chicken with rice.”
  18. Jain sandwich Net +1
    “But the most unexpected surprise was the Jain Sandwich—a unique layered bite of paneer, malai, cheese, and sliced mango. It was sweet, savory, and incredibly moreish.”
  19. Jamavari mutton seekh Net +1
    “The new food menu is amazing and so flavourful with a modern twist. my favourite jamavari Mutton Seekh, Truffle kulcha amritsari mushroom achar, delhi 6 chicken seekh and cooker khudkad with jeera rice are a must recommended.”
  20. Jodhpui mutton curry Net +1
    “My favorites among the menu is the Thai Salad, Mercedes Chaat, Peri-peri chicken tikka, fish fry and Jodhpui Mutton Curry. The Ferrero Chocobar is also sensational.”
  21. Kathal dosa tacos Net +1
    “We also tried the Kathal Dosa Tacos with jackfruit filling and crispy dosa shell, along with the Chole Kulche Doughnut with chole filling and gajar achaar mousse — both were creative and delicious.”
  22. Laccha paratha Net +1
    “We thoroughly enjoyed the Pav Bhaji Focaccia, Masala Dosa, Momos, Paneer Chilly, Paneer Makhani, and Laccha Paratha. Each dish showcased a wonderful balance of taste, presentation, and authenticity, making it difficult to choose a favorite.”
  23. Mangalore ghee roast chicken with rice Net +1
    “We had some tasty Goan Prawn Curry, Mangalore Ghee Roast Chicken with rice.”
  24. Mango libra Net +1
    “Beverages we had we all well made: - Coffee Negroni - Mango Libra - Date Old Fashioned”
  25. Masala waffle Net +1
    “Chef Gokul deserves a full 10/10 for the Masala Waffle — the spices and authentic Indian flavors were spot on.”
  26. Mercedes chaat Net +1
    “My favorites among the menu is the Thai Salad, Mercedes Chaat, Peri-peri chicken tikka, fish fry and Jodhpui Mutton Curry. The Ferrero Chocobar is also sensational.”
  27. Momos Net +1
    “We thoroughly enjoyed the Pav Bhaji Focaccia, Masala Dosa, Momos, Paneer Chilly, Paneer Makhani, and Laccha Paratha. Each dish showcased a wonderful balance of taste, presentation, and authenticity, making it difficult to choose a favorite.”
  28. Paneer chilly Net +1
    “We thoroughly enjoyed the Pav Bhaji Focaccia, Masala Dosa, Momos, Paneer Chilly, Paneer Makhani, and Laccha Paratha. Each dish showcased a wonderful balance of taste, presentation, and authenticity, making it difficult to choose a favorite.”
  29. Peshawari soya chaap Net +1
    “My personal favourites were the Signature Vadi Chaat and Peshawari Soya Chaap.”
  30. Thai salad Net +1
    “My favorites among the menu is the Thai Salad, Mercedes Chaat, Peri-peri chicken tikka, fish fry and Jodhpui Mutton Curry. The Ferrero Chocobar is also sensational.”
  31. Thyme sour Net +1
    “Their signature cocktails like the zesty Gin Fling (AED 45) and tangy Thyme Sour (AED 50) are the perfect pairing for the global Indian flavors on the menu.”

Drinks 3

  1. Coffee negroni Net +1
    “Beverages we had we all well made: - Coffee Negroni - Mango Libra - Date Old Fashioned”
  2. Gin fling Net +1
    “Their signature cocktails like the zesty Gin Fling (AED 45) and tangy Thyme Sour (AED 50) are the perfect pairing for the global Indian flavors on the menu.”
  3. Very berry kolaveri mocktail Net +1
    “The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was bursting with flavor. I especially loved the Very Berry Kolaveri mocktail, Signature Vadi Chat, vegetable soup, the pakoras and Rogan Ghost. 🤍”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book lunch. For a shorter daytime visit, try the weekday business lunch, served Monday to Friday from 12pm to 4pm.

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Check volume. If conversation matters, ask about the music schedule or seating before booking, as one family found the live music too loud.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Majestic City Retreat Hotel Bur Dubai
Al Mankhool, Dubai
0 547 911 796
Mon12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 4:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Loud music

One family review found the live music extremely loud, making conversation almost impossible.

Large-group delays

A pre-booked group of 15 adults and 15 children waited 30 minutes for food, which then arrived in small batches.

Customer-reported prices

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

129 AED per person

V'Desi brunch

“Permit Room offers this V'Desi brunch that is totally worth it! The brunch starts at 129 AED per person!”
Google review · January 2026

AED 38

Pav Bhaji Focaccia

“Some standouts include the Pav Bhaji Focaccia (AED 38), which takes the beloved street food dish to a whole new level, and the Burrata Chaat (AED 50), a fusion dish that’s as refreshing as it is flavorful”
Google review · December 2024

AED 50

Burrata Chaat

“Some standouts include the Pav Bhaji Focaccia (AED 38), which takes the beloved street food dish to a whole new level, and the Burrata Chaat (AED 50), a fusion dish that’s as refreshing as it is flavorful”
Google review · December 2024
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The Bottom Line

The Permit Room is an Indian resto lounge inside Majestic City Retreat Hotel in Al Mankhool, with a menu built around playful modern takes on regional Indian food. Reviews repeatedly mention Pav Bhaji Focaccia, Signature Vadi Chaat, Nihari Momos and Peri Peri Chicken Tikka, while the cocktail list adds Indian-inspired drinks and a more theatrical evening feel. It works well for date nights, friends’ gatherings and brunches.

Sunday brunch reviews describe a broad spread, games, live music and activities, and one V’Desi brunch was priced at AED 129 per person. The venue has indoor and outdoor seating; the outdoor area is reported to be comfortably air-conditioned in summer and more appealing when the weather is pleasant. A weekday business lunch runs Monday to Friday from noon to 4pm, starting at AED 69 per person.

There are some important caveats. Live music can become extremely loud, making conversation difficult, and one large pre-booked brunch group waited 30 minutes before food arrived, with starters arriving in batches. Smaller parties may find the experience easier to manage.

For dessert, the Ferrero Rocher Chocobar is a recurring mention, though its reported regular price has been AED 40.

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