Tribes - Dubai Hills Mall

Name: Tribes - Dubai Hills Mall
Address: Level 1, Dubai Hills Mall - Al Khail Rd, Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145542007

Dubai Hills Estate

African restaurant Open now 04 554 2007

Tribes is an African restaurant in Dubai Hills Estate, serving grilled meat, burgers and hearty mains in a richly decorated setting. Reviews particularly point to the ribeye, oxtail and Jamaican chicken, alongside friendly service and celebratory birthday touches.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

591 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Strong steaks

The ribeye is a standout, with one diner calling the medium-well steak juicy, tender and rich in grilled flavour.

Jamaican chicken

The Jamaican chicken stands out among the non-steak dishes for its strong seasoning and packed-in flavour.

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What to Eat at Tribes - Dubai Hills Mall

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Tribes - Dubai Hills Mall, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 5

Oxtail Net +5

“The oxtail was incredibly soft and flavorful — definitely a highlight.”
Beetroot avocado salad Net +2

“We ordered the Hakuna Matata appetizer — good portion and taste — and the beetroot avocado salad, which was nice.”
Crab melon salad Net +2

“I tried the Mozambique prawns and crab and melon salad as appetizers, and they were really good.”
Jamaican chicken Net +2

“The steak was very nice, cooked well and full of flavour, but the standout dish was definitely the Jamaican chicken — absolutely amazing and packed with flavour.”
Wagyu blade Net +2

“The wagyu blade was so tender as well.”

Honorable mentions (36)

Angus ribeye Net +1

“We ordered the oxtail and the Angus ribeye, and both were absolutely yummm. The food was full of flavor, cooked perfectly, and really satisfying.”
Australian wagyu Net +1

“I didn't expect that 🦘 Australian wagyu would be like that It felt more like angus”
Baby gem salad Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”
Beef burger Net +1

“A bit on the pricy side but was acceptable using the entertainer, we tried the salmon burger and beef burger and they were amazing!”
Beef short ribs Net +1

“Loved the Beef Short Ribs (quite pleasurable to eat 😋), Venison Steak, and vibrant Dawa Cuja! All were seasoned and grilled to perfection.”
Beetroot and chocolate bread Net +1

“The surprise winner however was the fresh bread and especially the beetroot and chocolate bread. Others we tried were dates and pumpkin. Wonderful evening.”
Beetroot salad Net +1

“We ordered beetroot salad and a variety of burgers. Definitely an enjoyable meal - loved the fries! Highly recommend a dish that includes fries or getting them as a side.”
Buffalo chicken pops Net +1

“The bread and butter they service first is amazing!! Best bread ever. The steak and the buffalo chicken pops are a must try.”
Cheese burger Net +1

“The food was excellent. We ate a cheese burger. Complimentary bread 🍞 at the table. So fresh. The fries were done to perfection and the burger patty was so good.”
Chicken burger Net +1

“We ordered the lamb shank, a chicken burger and a chicken and pasta. All three were lovely. The lamb was so tender, it fell off the bone.”
Chicken liver Net +1

“We started with the prawns and chicken liver, both of which were flavorful and well-prepared.”
Eye fillet steak Net +1

“The eye fillet steak was cooked exactly right — tender, full of flavour, and clearly excellent quality. The burger didn't disappoint either.”
Fries Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”
Fully loaded beef Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”
Lamb chops Net +1

“Best Place to Dine for delicious steak and tasty lamb chops. Loved the homemade bread in 3 kinds. 😍”
Lamb shank Net +1

“We ordered the lamb shank, a chicken burger and a chicken and pasta. All three were lovely. The lamb was so tender, it fell off the bone.”
Mashed potatoes Net +1

“The mashed potatoes are exceptionally creamy and velvety, and the sauces are all spot on.”
Meatballs Net +1

“I also highly recommend the meatballs as a side, a great addition to the experience.”
Mixed grill Net +1

“Celebrated my husband's birthday and he loved each and every food we ordered (Mixed Grill, Tasty Lamb Chops and Oxtail).”
North african chicken burger Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”
Prawns Net +1

“We started with the prawns and chicken liver, both of which were flavorful and well-prepared.”
Ribeye Net +1

“The wagyu blade and ribeye were good, but the ribs were a bit tough.”
Ribeye cooked medium well Net +1

“I ordered a ribeye cooked medium well, and I have to say it was one of the best steaks I’ve ever had, rich in grilled flavor, juicy, and very tender.”
Risotto Net +1

“The steak was cooked well, and the risotto had good flavor.”
Salmon Net +1

“The salmon, lightly dusted as if with sugar, was extraordinary, the shrimp platter delicious, and the overall food outstanding.”
Salmon burger Net +1

“A bit on the pricy side but was acceptable using the entertainer, we tried the salmon burger and beef burger and they were amazing!”
Short rib croquettes Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”
Shrimp platter Net +1

“The salmon, lightly dusted as if with sugar, was extraordinary, the shrimp platter delicious, and the overall food outstanding.”
South african steak Net +1

“The South African steak was beyond words. It was so incredibly tender and flavorful that it practically melted in my mouth. Seriously, it's hard to describe just how good it was—you have to try it for yourself to understand.”
Sweet potato fries Net +1

“Amazing experience! The steak, salad, and sweet potato fries were all delicious, and the drinks were super refreshing. The dessert was divine!”
Sweet potatoe chips Net +1

“My second visit had side as Sweet Potatoe Chips, felt this was sloghtly better than the Steakhouse Fries.”
Tasty lamb chops Net +1

“Celebrated my husband's birthday and he loved each and every food we ordered (Mixed Grill, Tasty Lamb Chops and Oxtail).”
Venison steak Net +1

“Loved the Beef Short Ribs (quite pleasurable to eat 😋), Venison Steak, and vibrant Dawa Cuja! All were seasoned and grilled to perfection.”
Venison steak medium Net +1

“I would recommend trying the venison steak medium, it was delicious.”
Vibrant dawa cuja Net +1

“Loved the Beef Short Ribs (quite pleasurable to eat 😋), Venison Steak, and vibrant Dawa Cuja! All were seasoned and grilled to perfection.”
Mozambique prawns Net 0

Mixed feedback

“I tried the Mozambique prawns and crab and melon salad as appetizers, and they were really good.”

Drinks 3

Strawberry mojito Net +2

“The Strawberry Mojito was decent as was the banana shake.”
Banana shake Net +1

“The Strawberry Mojito was decent as was the banana shake.”
Peach ice tea Net +1

“We ordered the Baby Gem Salad: 9/10, Short Rib Croquettes: 10/10 (that sauce was heavenly!) North African Chicken burger: 10/10 (lovely char and seasoning), Fully Loaded Beef: 9/10, Fries were 🤌🏼, Strawberry Mojito: 8/10 very refreshing, Peach Ice Tea: 7/10. Everything was seasoned to perfection! From temperature of the food to symphony of textures, the whole experience was worth the price.”

What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

Buffalo chic chops Net −1

“The starters set a very bad tone as the cheezy meatballs were undercooked and had an unpleasant smell, the Mozambique prawns were overcooked to the point of being chewy although the sauce and rice underneath were enjoyable, and the buffalo chic chops only stood out because of the sauce as the chicken itself was of poor quality.”
Cheezy meatballs Net −1

“The starters set a very bad tone as the cheezy meatballs were undercooked and had an unpleasant smell, the Mozambique prawns were overcooked to the point of being chewy although the sauce and rice underneath were enjoyable, and the buffalo chic chops only stood out because of the sauce as the chicken itself was of poor quality.”
Fillet Net −1

“We ordered the fillet today, and it was extremely chewy with a lot of veins, something a proper fillet should never have.”
Moroccan-seasoned chicken burger Net −1

“The shrimp dish was extremely under-seasoned and bland. The salad dressing had a strong vinegar smell and an unpleasant taste. The Moroccan-seasoned chicken burger was particularly disappointing — the chicken patty had a rubbery texture, suggesting it was either overcooked or poorly prepared.”
Rib Net −1

“The worst rib I've ever tasted in my life! Small portion, just burnt fat and a hard membrane covering the three pieces of bone that were served.”
Steak skewer Net −1

“As you can ser, we got meat main dish and starter which is their speciality. However, we found the steak skewer to be below average in terms of flavor and tenderness. Salad was good but nothing too special. Shrimp was either raw or undercooked. Service was great. All in all, for that prices there are better options.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Prioritise steak. If steak is your main reason for visiting, start with the Wagyu ribeye: one diner returned the next day specifically for it.

Ask about doneness. Specify your preferred doneness when ordering; reviews include a particularly successful medium-well ribeye.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Level 1, Dubai Hills Mall - Al Khail Rd

Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai

04 554 2007

Mon	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tue	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wed	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thu	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Rib inconsistency

Rib quality is uneven: one diner received a small portion that was mostly burnt fat and hard membrane.

High pricing

Several diners considered the restaurant expensive, with some finding the pricing hard to justify when dishes disappointed.

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The Bottom Line

Tribes is an African restaurant in Dubai Hills Estate with a menu that leans confidently toward grilled meat, but it is not limited to steak. Reviews mention Wagyu ribeye, oxtail, Jamaican chicken and burgers, while the Warrior Platter gives groups a larger mixed-meat option. The complimentary bread is another recurring talking point, especially the beetroot-and-chocolate version.

The strongest pattern is well-cooked, flavourful meat. Oxtail is often described as soft and rich, and one diner rated a medium-well ribeye among the best steaks they had eaten. The Jamaican chicken also gets unusually specific praise.

The atmosphere ranges from vibrant African-inspired decor and music to a quieter indoor room with soft booths and plenty of space between tables. Wheelchair accessibility was noted too, and birthday visits can include drumming, music and cake. There are important caveats.

Prices are regularly described as high, and quality is not perfectly consistent: complaints include chewy fillet, tough or poor ribs, undercooked shrimp and a disappointing platter. Service is usually warm and attentive, but some diners experienced slow follow-up, including a wait of more than 10 minutes for water. If steak is the priority, reviews suggest focusing your order there and checking available discounts before paying.