Fresh staples
Manakish and wraps are often described as generously filled, fresh and satisfying.
Zaatar w Zeit - Dubai Mall
Downtown Dubai
Zaatar w Zeit is a casual Lebanese eatery in Downtown Dubai, with modern takes on favourites such as manakish and wraps. Reviews make it a useful stop for a quick meal while shopping, with catering also available for celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
799 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cheese balls
The cheese balls have a crispy exterior, soft centre and a notably stretchy cheese filling.
Custom orders
Staff have been patient with requests to remove ingredients or add others.
Quick service
Several diners received food quickly, including during busy Dubai Mall periods.
Catering
A World Cup celebration catering order was described as delicious, well organised and smooth to arrange.
Reasonable pricing
One diner found a large, diet-friendly salad combination for AED34.
What to Eat at Zaatar w Zeit - Dubai Mall 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 Zaatar w Zeit - Dubai Mall, 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 Zaatar w Zeit - Dubai Mall got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 9
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Cheese balls Net +2
“Actually i came yesterday and the waiter Mark recommend the Francisco wraps and cheese balls for my starter.”
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“Actually i came yesterday and the waiter Mark recommend the Francisco wraps and cheese balls for my starter.”June 2026
“This time, we also tried the cheese balls, and they were a delight—crispy on the outside, soft inside, with a cheese pull that was pure chef’s kiss.”September 2025
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Falafel wrap Net +2
“Falafel wraps is fresh and healthy. Also the staff in the front Mark and Surya did a great job.,, 👍”
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“Falafel wraps is fresh and healthy. Also the staff in the front Mark and Surya did a great job.,, 👍”June 2026
“We had the quinoa tabbouleh salad and a falafel wrap. We really enjoyed it.”April 2026
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Manakish Net +2
“The flavors were authentic and well balanced, especially the manakish and wraps which were generously filled and very satisfying.”
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“The flavors were authentic and well balanced, especially the manakish and wraps which were generously filled and very satisfying.”February 2026
“The manakish and wraps were full of flavor, and the ingredients tasted of really high quality.”February 2026
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Fattoush salad with extra shawarma chicken Net +1
“They were able to accommodate my diet and suggested a great option of Fattoush salad with extra shawarma chicken. It was a healthy, flavorful and delicious combo!”
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“They were able to accommodate my diet and suggested a great option of Fattoush salad with extra shawarma chicken. It was a healthy, flavorful and delicious combo!”July 2025
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Manakeesh (jebneh) Net +1
“The food at both locations is delicious, and the service is excellent. Special thanks to Mark, the waiter he is very polite, professional, and customer-service oriented. Overall, everything was perfect. I especially love the Manakeesh (Jebneh). Highly recommended!”
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“The food at both locations is delicious, and the service is excellent. Special thanks to Mark, the waiter he is very polite, professional, and customer-service oriented. Overall, everything was perfect. I especially love the Manakeesh (Jebneh). Highly recommended!”January 2026
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Potato chicken Net +1
“We really enjoyed our tıme . The staff made us feel comfortable and welcomed from khamıssa , the food was delicious ı lıke the potato chicken here . Thanks also for Mıss rose and alvın, ıan”
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“We really enjoyed our tıme . The staff made us feel comfortable and welcomed from khamıssa , the food was delicious ı lıke the potato chicken here . Thanks also for Mıss rose and alvın, ıan”May 2026
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Quinoa tabbouleh salad Net +1
“We had the quinoa tabbouleh salad and a falafel wrap. We really enjoyed it.”
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“We had the quinoa tabbouleh salad and a falafel wrap. We really enjoyed it.”April 2026
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Zaatar and cheese Net +1
“Very good zaatar and cheese with excellent flavor and freshness.”
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“Very good zaatar and cheese with excellent flavor and freshness.”May 2026
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Zaatar manakish Net +1
“The zaatar manakish here stands out—it’s tangy, refreshing, and has a flavor that feels lighter and brighter compared to other places.”
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“The zaatar manakish here stands out—it’s tangy, refreshing, and has a flavor that feels lighter and brighter compared to other places.”September 2025
What to Avoid (4)
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Angus burger Net −1
“I ordered angus burger they served with bread and baked everything inside is is to hot with sauce's baked its disgusting the test and the meat like piece of wood”
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“I ordered angus burger they served with bread and baked everything inside is is to hot with sauce's baked its disgusting the test and the meat like piece of wood”June 2026
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Cheese fries Net −1
“Never try their cheese fries. Not sure if it was pre made… was so cold and tasting very off.”
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“Never try their cheese fries. Not sure if it was pre made… was so cold and tasting very off.”November 2024
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Famus chicken Net −1
“Famus chicken is not like before they make it like falafel never again 🤮🤮”
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“Famus chicken is not like before they make it like falafel never again 🤮🤮”June 2026
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Halloumi wrap Net −1
“I ordered a halloumi wrap and specifically pointed to the picture on the menu board, asking the staff member if that’s how it would be served—loaded with veggies and halloumi. She clearly said that it would be. What I received was an uncooked wrap with barely any filling at all.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered a halloumi wrap and specifically pointed to the picture on the menu board, asking the staff member if that’s how it would be served—loaded with veggies and halloumi. She clearly said that it would be. What I received was an uncooked wrap with barely any filling at all.”January 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit off-peak. Allow extra time during busy hours; one diner found the wait longer then, despite finding it worthwhile.
Customise freely. If you need ingredients removed or added, ask clearly: reviewers say staff have handled these changes patiently.
Check fillings. Before ordering a wrap, confirm its fillings and preparation so it matches your expectations.
Skip fries. Cheese fries may be a risky choice: one diner received a cold portion with an off taste.
Try breakfast. Breakfast has been well received by several diners, but check current availability before ordering.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Lower Ground Floor, The Dubai Mall, Food Court - Financial Ctr St
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent wraps
One halloumi wrap arrived uncooked with barely any filling, and the complaint was not resolved well.
Burger size
A burger was considered smaller than expected compared with its menu photo and not generous enough.
Peak waits
Busy periods can bring longer waits, even though other reviews report fast service.
Cold sides
One breakfast visit produced cold, off-tasting cheese fries and poor-quality olives.
Delivery delays
A past delivery collection took so long that the food arrived cold and was described as poor.
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The Bottom Line
Zaatar w Zeit at Dubai Mall in Downtown Dubai is a casual Lebanese restaurant built around manakish, wraps and other modern Lebanese favourites. It suits a quick shopping break, with reviews often highlighting fresh, flavourful food served promptly even when the mall is busy. Breakfast is another recurring reason to visit, and catering has worked well for at least one large celebration.
The safest bets are the zaatar manakish, which one regular describes as tangy, refreshing and lighter than versions elsewhere, and the Manakeesh (Jebneh). Cheese balls are another standout in the reviews: crisp outside, soft inside and praised for their cheese pull. For a fuller, diet-friendly meal, a Fattoush salad with extra shawarma chicken was reported as a generous AED34 option.
Service is usually warm and accommodating, including with ingredient changes, but consistency matters. One halloumi wrap arrived uncooked and nearly empty, while another diner found the burger smaller than its menu image. Busy hours can mean a longer wait, and an older delivery experience ended with cold food.
Cheese fries also received a poor report, so it may be worth choosing the better-tested manakish, wraps or salad instead.