Lamb antikristo
The lamb antikristo is repeatedly described as tender, rich and memorable, including a slow-cooked 1kg version for sharing.
Veranda Greek
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Veranda Greek is a Greek restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers with indoor dining and a terrace overlooking the lake. Reviews point to the lamb antikristo and chicken gyros as standout orders, while the outdoor setting also suits shisha, relaxed drinks and casual gatherings.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
908 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Chicken gyros
One reviewer called the chicken gyros the best they had tasted in Dubai and ordered takeaway to share.
Greek brunch
The brunch spread includes Greek dips, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, flatbread and assorted desserts.
Welcoming service
Multiple reviews describe the team as attentive and accommodating, with menu guidance and thoughtful hospitality.
Business lunch
A reviewer highlighted well-priced business lunch options for people working in DMCC.
What to Eat at Veranda Greek How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Veranda Greek, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Veranda Greek got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Antikristo lamb Net +2
“The highlight of our meal was the meat platter, especially the lamb (lamb antikristo) let me tell you, i have never had lamb like this before—so tender and juicy, without the usual gaminess.”
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“The highlight of our meal was the meat platter, especially the lamb (lamb antikristo) let me tell you, i have never had lamb like this before—so tender and juicy, without the usual gaminess.”July 2025
“The food was top-notch, especially the lamb antikristo – absolutely incredible.”July 2025
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Mushroom soup Net +2
“Soup - Mushroom Soup - This was very good , creamy and thick. Loved it!!”
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“Soup - Mushroom Soup - This was very good , creamy and thick. Loved it!!”January 2020
“I tried their delicious Mushroom soup for starter and for main course had their Mix Grill from Arabic section, Seafood Platter & Chicken A La cream”February 2020
Honorable mentions (22)
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1Kg lamb Net +1
“My Greek friend picked the mains which included 1kg lamb that is slow cooked. This dish is exceptional, recommended for a small group to share.”
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“My Greek friend picked the mains which included 1kg lamb that is slow cooked. This dish is exceptional, recommended for a small group to share.”July 2025
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Beef giouvets Net +1
“Beef giouvets is my second favorite and last but not least I got surprised for my birthday with the orange cake and I can say was cherry on the top.”
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“Beef giouvets is my second favorite and last but not least I got surprised for my birthday with the orange cake and I can say was cherry on the top.”July 2025
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Beef quesadillas Net +1
“They have food for every taste, must try beef quesadillas!!”
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“They have food for every taste, must try beef quesadillas!!”September 2021
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Brunch platter Net +1
“The main highlight was the brunch platter filled with perfectly grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and soft herbed flatbread.”
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“The main highlight was the brunch platter filled with perfectly grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and soft herbed flatbread.”June 2025
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Buffalo wings Net +1
“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”
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“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”February 2020
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Burrito Net +1
“The food was great most especially the carbonara, and personally I’m not a fan of Burrito but this one is really reallt delicious that i can eat everyday.”
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“The food was great most especially the carbonara, and personally I’m not a fan of Burrito but this one is really reallt delicious that i can eat everyday.”February 2020
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Carbonara Net +1
“The food was great most especially the carbonara, and personally I’m not a fan of Burrito but this one is really reallt delicious that i can eat everyday.”
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“The food was great most especially the carbonara, and personally I’m not a fan of Burrito but this one is really reallt delicious that i can eat everyday.”February 2020
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Cheese sticks Net +1
“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”
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“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”February 2020
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Chicken gyros Net +1
“The chicken gyros? Simply outstanding! It was so delicious that I couldn't resist ordering a takeaway to share the experience with my family.”
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“The chicken gyros? Simply outstanding! It was so delicious that I couldn't resist ordering a takeaway to share the experience with my family.”July 2025
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Feta tyropita Net +1
“I would like to highlight my Favorites definitely my number one was Feta tyropita crunchy outside and soft inside perfect pairing with the watermelon and feta cheese.”
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“I would like to highlight my Favorites definitely my number one was Feta tyropita crunchy outside and soft inside perfect pairing with the watermelon and feta cheese.”July 2025
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Greek salad Net +1
“I love the food especially the greek salad .”
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“I love the food especially the greek salad .”July 2025
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Herb roasted chicken Net +1
“The other shared items included a herb roasted chicken that so flavorful thanks to the roasting method.”
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“The other shared items included a herb roasted chicken that so flavorful thanks to the roasting method.”July 2025
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Mix grill Net +1
“Mix Grill was epitome of well cooked & delicious food. The chicken, kababs, chops etc. everything was perfect. It came on a table grill – great presentation”
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“Mix Grill was epitome of well cooked & delicious food. The chicken, kababs, chops etc. everything was perfect. It came on a table grill – great presentation”February 2020
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Mixed grill platter Net +1
“Mixed Grill platter is also very good. Fresh juices and yummy desserts were also served.”
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“Mixed Grill platter is also very good. Fresh juices and yummy desserts were also served.”February 2020
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Moussaka Net +1
“Went for the Moussaka, it didn’t disappoint.”
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“Went for the Moussaka, it didn’t disappoint.”July 2025
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Orange cake Net +1
“Beef giouvets is my second favorite and last but not least I got surprised for my birthday with the orange cake and I can say was cherry on the top.”
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“Beef giouvets is my second favorite and last but not least I got surprised for my birthday with the orange cake and I can say was cherry on the top.”July 2025
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Prawn tempura Net +1
“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”
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“We loved the Yummy starters : Prawn tempura 🍤 , Buffalo wings, Cheese sticks everything was 5/5 soo yummy.”February 2020
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Ramadan iftar Net +1
“I was having ramadan iftar yesterday The food finished and no compensation , no arranging for fasting people Anyway it’s money wise iftar”
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“I was having ramadan iftar yesterday The food finished and no compensation , no arranging for fasting people Anyway it’s money wise iftar”April 2023
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Sweet and sour chicken Net +1
“Main Course : Sweet and Sour Chicken this dish will put ur taste buds on rotation.”
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“Main Course : Sweet and Sour Chicken this dish will put ur taste buds on rotation.”January 2020
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Tempura shrimps Net +1
“Appetizer: Tempura Shrimps: This fried shrimps with the sauce was truly good.”
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“Appetizer: Tempura Shrimps: This fried shrimps with the sauce was truly good.”January 2020
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Tzatziki Net +1
“We started with a variety of traditional Greek appetizers — creamy tzatziki, smoky eggplant dip, spicy feta, and a fresh cabbage salad topped with pomegranate.”
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“We started with a variety of traditional Greek appetizers — creamy tzatziki, smoky eggplant dip, spicy feta, and a fresh cabbage salad topped with pomegranate.”June 2025
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Welcome bread Net +1
“You are welcomed with the amazing welcome bread. Which without any exaggeration was very very tasty. I repeat Very tasty.”
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“You are welcomed with the amazing welcome bread. Which without any exaggeration was very very tasty. I repeat Very tasty.”February 2020
Drinks 4
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Beer and bbq sunday package Net +1
“I went to try their Beer and BBQ Sunday Package, food was a total chef’s kiss — every bite was full of flavor and 100% worth it.”
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“I went to try their Beer and BBQ Sunday Package, food was a total chef’s kiss — every bite was full of flavor and 100% worth it.”July 2025
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Fresh strawberry juice Net +1
“The fresh strawberry juice complemented all the dishes and made it an overall splendid lunch.”
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“The fresh strawberry juice complemented all the dishes and made it an overall splendid lunch.”February 2020
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Orange fresh juice Net +1
“Orange Fresh Juice: This was fresh and awesome.”
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“Orange Fresh Juice: This was fresh and awesome.”January 2020
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Welcome drink Net +1
“The manager made a special welcome drink, which was excellent.”
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“The manager made a special welcome drink, which was excellent.”May 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Scrambled egg Net −1
“I ordered the scrambled egg and I wished I just opted for sunny side up. It was a bit watery and I am probably not fond of the herbs added.”
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“I ordered the scrambled egg and I wished I just opted for sunny side up. It was a bit watery and I am probably not fond of the herbs added.”September 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm bookings. Call ahead before a special meal or iftar: one confirmed reservation encountered a closed kitchen without prior notice.
Choose chairs. If sitting on the shisha terrace, request chairs rather than sofas, which one guest found uncomfortable.
Share lamb. For a group, consider the slow-cooked 1kg lamb dish, which a reviewer recommended for sharing.
Check entertainment. If music is central to your evening, check the current Ladies’ Night programme first; reviews disagree about the DJ.
Use parking. Almas Tower parking was reported as free for three hours, with a charge after that; verify the current arrangement when arriving.
Consider lunch. DMCC workers can compare the reported business lunch options at 85 AED and 120 AED per person.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Ground Floor, Almas Tower
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Booking issues
One confirmed Ramadan booking was met with a closed kitchen and no advance notification, so reservations may need reconfirming directly.
Ladies’ night music
Entertainment feedback is mixed: some guests found the DJ disappointing and not sufficiently Greek or energetic.
Uncomfortable sofas
The outdoor terrace sofas were described as uncomfortable, although the chairs were considered fine.
Fatty lamb
A meat platter review found the lamb pieces very fatty and said requested adjustments were not accommodated.
Small kids area
Families should not expect a large children’s facility; one review described the kids area as very small.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
85 aed per person
business lunch per person
“lovely restaurant, i’d definitely recommend coming here for a business lunch if you work in the DMCC they have an option that’s 85 aed per person and another that’s 120 aed per person”Google review · August 2025
120 aed per person
business lunch per person
“lovely restaurant, i’d definitely recommend coming here for a business lunch if you work in the DMCC they have an option that’s 85 aed per person and another that’s 120 aed per person”Google review · August 2025
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The Bottom Line
Veranda Greek in Jumeirah Lake Towers combines a Greek restaurant with a spacious indoor-and-outdoor setting overlooking the lake. The strongest food mentions centre on lamb antikristo, chicken gyros, moussaka and the Greek brunch, whose spread included tzatziki, eggplant dip, grilled meats, vegetables and desserts. It is also used for business lunches, ladies’ nights and relaxed shisha sessions.
The terrace is the main draw for many visitors, especially in cooler weather, while the indoor space gives groups another option. Service is often described as friendly, attentive and knowledgeable, though experiences are not completely consistent: one birthday booking involved an awkward wait and no apology, and a separate confirmed Ramadan reservation arrived to find the kitchen closed without notice. Food feedback is generally strong, but a meat-platter review found the lamb fatty, and scrambled eggs were criticised as watery.
Entertainment on Ladies’ Night divides opinion, with some guests enjoying the music and others finding the DJ flat or lacking a Greek feel. Families should note that one review called the kids’ area very small. Reported value options include business lunches at 85 AED or 120 AED per person, while older reviews mention a 65-dirham iftar buffet and 50-dhs brunch buffet.
Confirm current offers, kitchen hours and parking terms before setting out.
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