ZAM ZAM MANDI, Abu Hail

Name: ZAM ZAM MANDI, Abu Hail
Address: NEAR CANADIAN HOSPITAL AL DOHA st - 5D Street, Abu Hail, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143432663

Abu Hail

Yemeni restaurant Closed 04 343 2663

ZAM ZAM MANDI is a Yemeni restaurant in Abu Hail serving traditional mandi and related Middle Eastern dishes. Reviews point to tender mutton and chicken dishes, generous rice portions, family majlis seating, and complimentary tea with luqaimat to finish.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

761 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Family seating

Private family areas let groups sit on the floor in a traditional majlis-style setting.

Tender mutton

Mutton mandi is repeatedly praised for tender meat, aromatic rice and generous portions.

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What to Eat at ZAM ZAM MANDI, Abu Hail

These items at ZAM ZAM MANDI, Abu Hail got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

Mutton mandi Net +5

“We visited with some friends and ordered chicken and mutton mandi. It was very delicious and full of flavor. The meat was tender and perfectly cooked. The rice was tasty and well seasoned.”
Chicken mandi Net +3

“I had the pleasure of dining in and trying their mutton and chicken Mandi and both were absolutely delicious. The mutton was juicy and full of flavor while the chicken was cooked to perfection.”
Chicken madhbi Net +2

“Itried their Chicken Madhbi and it was absolutely mouth watering...The flavors were rich and the chicken was cooked to perfection.”
Mutton haneeth (ribs) Net +2

“Favourite item: Mutton Haneeth (Ribs)”

Honorable mentions (29)

Beef mandi Net +1

“I tried the beef mandi and honestly really enjoyed it. The beef was super tender and full of flavor, and the rice was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of seasoning. Everything tasted fresh, and the portion was generous too. Definitely one of the better mandi dishes I’ve had—I’d happily order it again.”
Biryani Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Camel Net +1

“I’ve been here twice, the first time I finally got to try camel, which I’d been wanting to taste for a long time, and the second time I had chicken. Both were delicious!”
Camel madghout Net +1

“The Camel Madghout was a standout, with just the right balance of seasoning and the camel meat was so tender.”
Camel mandi Net +1

“We tried the camel mandi and fish mandi, and both were delicious.”
Charcoal grilled chicken Net +1

“We tried the charcoal grilled chicken and the chicken madbi, both of which were incredibly delicious.”
Chicken kebab Net +1

“Chicken kebab was very tasty.”
Chicken madfoon Net +1

“First time in Zam Zam at Abu hail. The food was great as Chicken Madfoon is my favourite 😍 the staffs really good service.”
Chicken madghout mandi Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Cream kunafa Net +1

“Finished with cream kunafa, which was equally good.”
Dynamite prawns Net +1

“Food was good. Very surprisingly dynamite prawns we ordered turned out too good. We didn’t expect this in a Mandi restaurant.”
Earikah Net +1

“We had Chicken Mandi, Chicken Mugalkal, Fish Fingers, Lamb Fahsa and Earikah for dessert. All of these were very good and in good quantity.”
Fahsa Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Fattoush salad Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Fish fingers Net +1

“We had Chicken Mandi, Chicken Mugalkal, Fish Fingers, Lamb Fahsa and Earikah for dessert. All of these were very good and in good quantity.”
Fish mandi Net +1

“We tried the camel mandi and fish mandi, and both were delicious.”
Ice cream kunafa Net +1

“I also had their Ice Cream Kunafa for dessert, which was a unique and tasty twist on the classic dessert.”
Kunafa Net +1

“Food is very good tried their mutton mandi and kunafa.”
Lamb fahsa Net +1

“We had Chicken Mandi, Chicken Mugalkal, Fish Fingers, Lamb Fahsa and Earikah for dessert. All of these were very good and in good quantity.”
Liquimat Net +1

“Complimentary Sulaimani tea and liquimat were a nice touch.”
Luqemaat Net +1

“Chicken kebab was good. Soup was good Luqemaat was good.”
Madfoon Net +1

“Zam Zam Mandi is one of the largest Arabian dining spots in Abu Hail, and I can confidently say their madfoon is among the best I've ever had. The food quality is exceptional, making it a top choice for lovers of authentic Arabian cuisine.”
Madhbee Net +1

“Their Madhbee is consistently excellent — tender, perfectly seasoned, and always served fresh.”
Mutton madghout mandi Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Mutton madhbee Net +1

“We ordered the mutton madhbee which came with 4 different sauces to try and two different rice. The mutton was well cooked and tender and dry as well.”
Roti Net +1

“The food was simply divine! The Chicken and Mutton Madghout Mandi were cooked to perfection, the Biryani was flavorful, and the Fattoush salad was fresh and zesty. But the real showstoppers were the Fahsa and roti - a match made in heaven!”
Sweet ball Net +1

“The chicken was incredibly juicy and flavorful, and the complimentary sweet ball was smooth and delicious.”
Sweet balls Net +1

“After the meal, they served Arabic coffee and sweet balls, which were a perfect finish.”
Sweet luqmiyat drizzled with honey syrup Net +1

“They also include a complimentary sweet luqmiyat drizzled with honey syrup.”

Drinks 5

Black tea Net +1

“To top it all off, we were served delightful Arabic sweets and black tea at the end of our dining experience.”
Mint tea Net +1

“And to top it all off, the Luqaimat were crispy, sweet, and absolutely delightful, paired perfectly with a soothing cup of mint tea.”
Signature juice Net +1

“Their signature juice was refreshing and complemented the meal wonderfully.”
Sulaimani tea Net +1

“Complimentary Sulaimani tea and liquimat were a nice touch.”
Sulaimani tea with mint Net +1

“Their Sulaimani tea with mint is the perfect finisher, and pairing it with luqaimat makes the meal truly satisfying.”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Beef kabab Net −1

“Beef kabab had smell and also kabab was not soft. Also spice and marinating was not that good according to me.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Plan parking. Allow extra time for paid parking; only a few customer-reserved spaces are available.

Choose seating. Ask about open or closed majlis seating, or choose tables if floor dining is not suitable.

Plan the visit

Practical details

NEAR CANADIAN HOSPITAL AL DOHA st - 5D Street

ABU HAIL - Deira, Dubai

04 343 2663

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

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Common Concerns

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Difficult parking

Paid parking fills quickly, while the building reportedly has only three or four reserved spaces.

Rigid rice policy

One group was refused a half portion of extra rice, creating a frustrating service interaction.

Customer-reported prices

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

AED 6

soft drink cans

“Only downside was soft drink cans are priced at AED 6, which felt quite expensive”

Google review · December 2025

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The Bottom Line

ZAM ZAM MANDI in Abu Hail is geared towards traditional Yemeni dining, with mandi, madhbi, madfoon and other rice-based dishes served in a spacious setting. Reviews particularly highlight mutton mandi, chicken madhbi, luqaimat and kunafa. Mutton is often described as tender and flavorful, while the portions of meat and rice are generally generous.

The layout suits families and groups. You can choose ordinary tables or Arabic-style seating, including open and closed majlis areas; private family rooms allow floor dining for a more traditional experience. Several reviews mention quick, polite service, and one group of 20 had a positive visit.

Complimentary tea and luqaimat are a recurring finishing touch, sometimes provided while takeaway orders are being prepared. Parking is the main practical drawback: paid spaces fill quickly, and reviewers report only three or four reserved spaces at the building. Service is not perfectly consistent either.

One family was refused a half portion of extra rice, while another review found the chicken madhbi dry and a freshener smell unpleasant. Soft drinks are also reported at AED 6 per can. If you are driving, allow time to park; for larger groups, ask about majlis seating and rice portions before ordering.