THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch

Name: THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch
Address: JUMEIRA 1 PALM STRIP MALL 1ST FLOOR SHOP F22, Jumeirah, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971544339336

Jumeirah

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THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch is a Persian cuisine restaurant in Jumeirah, known in reviews for traditional Iranian cooking, generous portions and warm service. Diners particularly return for dishes such as koobideh and tahdig, while the broad menu also includes regional specialities like Dizi and Ghormeh Sabzi.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

1,768 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Authentic flavours

Reviewers describe the cooking as genuinely Iranian and close to home-style Persian food.

Generous portions

Portions are often large enough to share; one kebab order for three people was described as sufficient.

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What to Eat at THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall 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 3

Koobideh Net +3

“The Kabab Koobideh was absolutely delicious, a true comfort dish with crispy rice.”
Lamb neck Net +2

“The sib offers amazing, authentic Persian cuisine, made using traditional methods. The lamb neck was an amazing standout and definitely a dish worth exploring. Compliments to the chef and the crew. Very welcoming and friendly. Great for families also. Did I say authentic?”
Saffron ice cream Net +2

“The food is rich, authentic, and full of flavor, and the saffron ice cream is absolutely delicious, a perfect way to end the meal.”

Honorable mentions (37)

Abali fizzy laban Net +1

“I also enjoyed the Abali fizzy Laban, which is a refreshing and flavorful drink that pairs well with any meal.”
Adas polo Net +1

“the food is amazing, I tried Adas polo and it was the best one that I had”
Akbar joojeh Net +1

“Akbar joojeh , Gardan with tahchin was my favorite too. The portions were big and the price was very reasonable compared to quantity and quality.”
Alo balo tahdig Net +1

“Tahdig, alo balo tahdig & jojeh torosh were all very nice and filling.”
Ash Net +1

“The Iranian restaurant was decent, I really enjoyed the Ash but the rest of the food was average, not outstanding. and the portions were huge, though the food was a bit too oily for my taste.”
Ash reshteh soup Net +1

“The Ash Reshteh soup was absolutely gorgeous—flavorful and comforting.”
Baba ganoush Net +1

“Some of the dishes were really yum - Baghali polo Gardan ,kebab koobideh baba ganoush and the Iranian rice served with Gardan .But the fattoush salad was disappointing as too much pomegranate molasses and Tahdig lacked flavour .Iranian saffron ice cream -the wafer was too soggy and chewy .Saffron ice cream was decent .Etc 1 star which made me give 5 star for the restaurant is due to their service .”
Baghali polo gardan Net +1

“Some of the dishes were really yum - Baghali polo Gardan ,kebab koobideh baba ganoush and the Iranian rice served with Gardan .But the fattoush salad was disappointing as too much pomegranate molasses and Tahdig lacked flavour .Iranian saffron ice cream -the wafer was too soggy and chewy .Saffron ice cream was decent .Etc 1 star which made me give 5 star for the restaurant is due to their service .”
Complimentary bread and vegetables and cheese platter Net +1

“The complimentary bread and vegetables and cheese platter was a great way to start the meal, and the Mast Musir (yogurt with shallots) was especially delicious.”
Crispy tahdig Net +1

“The kebab was delicious, and the crispy Tahdig was perfectly cooked.”
Dande kebab kermanshahi Net +1

“We had the Dande Kebab Kermanshahi and Koobideh — both were super tasty and great for sharing. It was enough for 3 people.”
Dizi Net +1

“I only tried Dizi, which was really good, but I’ve heard great things about all their dishes.”
Gardan with tahchin Net +1

“Akbar joojeh , Gardan with tahchin was my favorite too. The portions were big and the price was very reasonable compared to quantity and quality.”
Iftar buffet Net +1

“They offer an iftar buffet for 145 AED, which is quite fair considering the variety and quality of the food. Everything was fresh and very tasty, and there were many traditional dishes to try.”
Iranian rice served with gardan Net +1

“Some of the dishes were really yum - Baghali polo Gardan ,kebab koobideh baba ganoush and the Iranian rice served with Gardan .But the fattoush salad was disappointing as too much pomegranate molasses and Tahdig lacked flavour .Iranian saffron ice cream -the wafer was too soggy and chewy .Saffron ice cream was decent .Etc 1 star which made me give 5 star for the restaurant is due to their service .”
Jojeh torosh Net +1

“Tahdig, alo balo tahdig & jojeh torosh were all very nice and filling.”
Jooje chicken kebab masti with yogurt Net +1

“The Kabab Sultani steak was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while the Jooje chicken kebab masti with yogurt was simply spectacular.”
Kabab sultani steak Net +1

“The Kabab Sultani steak was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while the Jooje chicken kebab masti with yogurt was simply spectacular.”
Kabab tabeh Net +1

“I suggest Kabab Tabeh , it was something else.”
Kebab koobideh Net +1

“Some of the dishes were really yum - Baghali polo Gardan ,kebab koobideh baba ganoush and the Iranian rice served with Gardan .But the fattoush salad was disappointing as too much pomegranate molasses and Tahdig lacked flavour .Iranian saffron ice cream -the wafer was too soggy and chewy .Saffron ice cream was decent .Etc 1 star which made me give 5 star for the restaurant is due to their service .”
Khoresh ghormeh sabzi Net +1

“The Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi was a standout, with amazingly blended sautéed herbs creating a rich and aromatic experience.”
Kobideh kebab Net +1

“The kobideh kebab was cooked perfectly, and the lamb neck was tender and flavorful.”
Lamb kebabs Net +1

“The chicken and lamb kebabs were very juicy unlike the beef skewers.”
Lamb shoulder with rice Net +1

“Please try the lamb shoulder with rice and the olives!”
Mast khiar Net +1

“For appetizers, we ordered Tahdig and Mast Khiar. The Mast Khiar was fresh, creamy, and perfectly seasoned—definitely a 10/10. But the Tahdig? OMG! Next level. I can’t even put into words how incredible it was—crispy, flavorful, and just perfection. 10/10 without a doubt.”
Mast musir Net +1

“The complimentary bread and vegetables and cheese platter was a great way to start the meal, and the Mast Musir (yogurt with shallots) was especially delicious.”
Meat tahdig Net +1

“The Zayton was incredibly tasty and highly recommended, while the meat Tahdig and mixed kebab were also excellent choices.”
Mixed grill Net +1

“"I decided to have lunch at this restaurant today and ordered a mixed grill for three, consisting of various kebabs and rice. The taste and quality of the food were exceptional. The restaurant ambiance, service, staff cooperation, food preparation speed, and parking space were excellent as well. I highly recommend trying their mixed grill!”
Mixed kebab Net +1

“The Zayton was incredibly tasty and highly recommended, while the meat Tahdig and mixed kebab were also excellent choices.”
Tachin rice Net +1

“But the real star of the show was the rice. Sib's Tachin Rice is made with a thin layer of crispy lavash bread, and it is simply outstanding.”
Tahdig plate Net +1

“I loved Tahdig plate , it was so crunchy and delicious with two kinds of stews besides.”
Vaziri kabab Net +1

“For the main course, we had the Vaziri Kabab, which includes one skewer of Koobideh and one skewer of boneless chicken. The chicken was unbelievably tender and flavorful—absolutely a 10/10. The Koobideh was very good as well, though I personally prefer it made with a different cut of lamb. Still, it was delicious and deserves a 9/10.”
Watermelon with cheese Net +1

“The watermelon with cheese was refreshing and well-balanced, perfect as a light starter.”
Zayton Net +1

“The Zayton was incredibly tasty and highly recommended, while the meat Tahdig and mixed kebab were also excellent choices.”
Zereshk polo ba morgh Net +1

“We also ordered Zereshk Polo Ba Morgh, and wow—authentic Persian flavors at their best. The balance of the tangy barberries, saffron rice, and perfectly cooked chicken was heavenly. 10/10.”
Tahdig bomb Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Got the hype tahdig bomb and it was very interesting. A bit dry but still has all the flavor.”
Mix grill Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Went for the popular food item Dande Kebab but they didn’t have it even though it was a Saturday night and not busy at all. Got the mix grill for two and it was fairly average, especially for the price. Might only go back again to try the Dande Kebab.”

Drinks 3

Fresh pomegranate juice Net +1

“The fresh pomegranate juice was also a standout and very enjoyable.”
Pomegranate and rose water drink Net +1

“We walked in and were seated right away. The server brought us a small pomegranate and rose water drink which was refreshing. They also brought bread and a plate of cheese, basil, cucumbers, tomatoes, and arugula.”
Yogurt drink Net +1

“For drinks we ordered the yogurt drink. The yogurt drink was nice and refreshing with mint flavor.”

What to Avoid (7)

Food 7

Aash Net −1

“The aash was watery and full of spaghetti compared to the aash used to & they can really improve their kashk bademjan, needs more taste.”
Beef skewers Net −1

“The chicken and lamb kebabs were very juicy unlike the beef skewers.”
Faloodeh Net −1

“It was heartbreaking, so see such a low quality sirup and synthetic lemon juice served with Faloodeh. It wouldn't cost much to use fresh lemon juice.”
Fattoush salad Net −1

“Some of the dishes were really yum - Baghali polo Gardan ,kebab koobideh baba ganoush and the Iranian rice served with Gardan .But the fattoush salad was disappointing as too much pomegranate molasses and Tahdig lacked flavour .Iranian saffron ice cream -the wafer was too soggy and chewy .Saffron ice cream was decent .Etc 1 star which made me give 5 star for the restaurant is due to their service .”
Fish kebab dish Net −1

“We absolutely recommend it and suggest to the chef to improve the fish kebab dish .”
Kashk bademjan Net −1

“The aash was watery and full of spaghetti compared to the aash used to & they can really improve their kashk bademjan, needs more taste.”
Kashkbademjoon Net −1

“Even the color of “kashkbademjoon “ is not right It tasted bitter !”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share portions. Go with a sharing plan: kebab plates and parathas can be substantial, with one paratha described as a full meal.

Check availability. If Dande Kebab is your target dish, ask before ordering because it was unavailable during one Saturday visit.

Plan the visit

Practical details

JUMEIRA 1 PALM STRIP MALL 1ST FLOOR SHOP F22

Jumeirah - Jumeira First, Dubai

0 544 339 336

Mon	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Tue	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Wed	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Thu	12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Fri	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun	12:00 PM – 10:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Oily dishes

Several diners found some rice, kebabs and other dishes noticeably oily, while one reported severe stomach pain afterwards.

Inconsistent sides

Bread, welcome drinks and side dishes were not always consistent between tables or visits.

Customer-reported prices

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

145 AED

iftar buffet

“They offer an iftar buffet for 145 AED, which is quite fair considering the variety and quality of the food”

Google review · March 2026

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The Bottom Line

THE SIB RESTAURANT Palm Strip Mall Branch is a Persian restaurant in Jumeirah where the strongest reason to visit is its traditional Iranian cooking. Reviews repeatedly praise the home-style flavour, generous portions and well-prepared meats. Koobideh, tahdig, Dizi and Khoresh Ghormeh Sabzi are among the most useful dishes to consider, with tahdig’s crisp rice crust appearing again and again as a highlight.

This is a good restaurant for sharing. A Dande Kebab Kermanshahi and koobideh order was enough for three people, while a single beef kebab paratha was described as a full meal. Complimentary bread, herbs, cheese, salad or welcome drinks are mentioned by several diners, though those extras are not always consistent from table to table.

Service is generally warm, attentive and professional, and reviews mention comfortable indoor and outdoor seating plus plenty of parking. The setting ranges from stylish and spacious to merely comfortable, depending on the reviewer. Visit with some flexibility: Dande Kebab was unavailable on one Saturday, and the restaurant was full even at 4 PM.

The main caution is variability. Some diners found dishes excessively oily or under-seasoned, and one fish kebab was rejected for an unpleasant smell. Prices are also viewed as somewhat high by some guests, although an iftar buffet was reported at 145 AED.