Tender Meat
Reviews describe the lamb as fall-off-the-bone tender and the chicken as juicy and well cooked.
Deira
Zam Zam Mandi Al Ghurair is a Yemeni restaurant in Deira centred on mandi and other Arabian dishes. Reviews highlight tender chicken and lamb, generous rice portions, and complimentary luqaimat with tea after some meals.
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Reviews describe the lamb as fall-off-the-bone tender and the chicken as juicy and well cooked.
Mandi rice is repeatedly praised for its aroma and seasoning, including alongside tender chicken.
Some meals include complimentary luqaimat, dessert, soup, and tea, giving the meal a pleasant finish.
Many reviews mention friendly, attentive staff who help create a comfortable dining experience.
The restaurant is described as clean, comfortable, and suitable for both quick meals and family gatherings.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Zam Zam Mandi Al Ghurair, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“The camel meat was a standout—tender, richly flavored, and slightly gamey in a way that adds depth rather than heaviness.”
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“The camel meat was a standout—tender, richly flavored, and slightly gamey in a way that adds depth rather than heaviness.”April 2026
“We got the camel meat and the fried chicken one. Both were great.”March 2024
“The biryani tied everything together—fragrant, well-spiced, and generously portioned, with each grain of rice carrying a subtle aromatic complexity.”
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“The biryani tied everything together—fragrant, well-spiced, and generously portioned, with each grain of rice carrying a subtle aromatic complexity.”April 2026
“We ordered Chicken and Mutton Madbee, without a doubt it's a solid 9/10.”
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“We ordered Chicken and Mutton Madbee, without a doubt it's a solid 9/10.”October 2024
“We thoroughly enjoyed the experience of having Chicken Madfoon here. The taste was amazing and the chicken was so tender.”
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“We thoroughly enjoyed the experience of having Chicken Madfoon here. The taste was amazing and the chicken was so tender.”March 2025
“When you ask for the bill they give you mint tea with emirati luqaimat first then take your money.”
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“When you ask for the bill they give you mint tea with emirati luqaimat first then take your money.”January 2026
“I ordered a few things for takeaway, including a Fattoush salad and a Kunafa. The Kunafa was alright, and the Fattoush was tasty, but the quantity was very low. In my opinion, it wasn't worth the price.”
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“I ordered a few things for takeaway, including a Fattoush salad and a Kunafa. The Kunafa was alright, and the Fattoush was tasty, but the quantity was very low. In my opinion, it wasn't worth the price.”April 2026
“We got the camel meat and the fried chicken one. Both were great.”
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“We got the camel meat and the fried chicken one. Both were great.”March 2024
“The portions are huge and perfect for sharing. The rice is flavorful, the chicken is tender, and the fried fish has a nice crisp without being too oily.”
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“The portions are huge and perfect for sharing. The rice is flavorful, the chicken is tender, and the fried fish has a nice crisp without being too oily.”December 2025
“The **lamb Mandi** is exceptional—tender, slow-cooked meat that falls off the bone, paired with aromatic, perfectly spiced rice.”
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“The **lamb Mandi** is exceptional—tender, slow-cooked meat that falls off the bone, paired with aromatic, perfectly spiced rice.”February 2025
“Very Special Sea Bream grill with Arabic way and amazing taste of rice and one of the best lamb soup I have ever had.”
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“Very Special Sea Bream grill with Arabic way and amazing taste of rice and one of the best lamb soup I have ever had.”April 2026
“Great service, food, and value for money. Its a must go restaurant in the area and definitely coming back especially for their Lamb yemeni stew. Id like to thank Mira for such a wonderful experience. Make sure to ask for Lumaquat at tea at the end of your meal 😄”
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“Great service, food, and value for money. Its a must go restaurant in the area and definitely coming back especially for their Lamb yemeni stew. Id like to thank Mira for such a wonderful experience. Make sure to ask for Lumaquat at tea at the end of your meal 😄”March 2025
“The Madbi rice was delicious and tasted just like the one at Zamzam Mandi Karama.”
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“The Madbi rice was delicious and tasted just like the one at Zamzam Mandi Karama.”May 2026
“One of my favorite mandhi resto for good value of money.The offer free soup, dessert loquiamat and tea. Big portion of the food.”
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“One of my favorite mandhi resto for good value of money.The offer free soup, dessert loquiamat and tea. Big portion of the food.”April 2026
“The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the mandi dish, a symphony of flavors that showcased the chef's mastery of the art.”
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“The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the mandi dish, a symphony of flavors that showcased the chef's mastery of the art.”February 2024
“The food there is incredibly delicious, especially their mandi dishes. The flavors are rich and the portions are generous. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming ambiance, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The staff is friendly and attentive, providing excellent customer service. Overall, it's a fantastic dining experience that I highly recommend! 😊🍽️”
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“The food there is incredibly delicious, especially their mandi dishes. The flavors are rich and the portions are generous. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming ambiance, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The staff is friendly and attentive, providing excellent customer service. Overall, it's a fantastic dining experience that I highly recommend! 😊🍽️”April 2024
“The mutton was equally impressive, fall-off-the-bone tender and incredibly juicy, with a savory profile that lingers pleasantly on the palate.”
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“The mutton was equally impressive, fall-off-the-bone tender and incredibly juicy, with a savory profile that lingers pleasantly on the palate.”April 2026
“1.the chicken mandi and mutton madbee was delicious, the meat is tender, well cooked.”
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“1.the chicken mandi and mutton madbee was delicious, the meat is tender, well cooked.”March 2026
“Very Special Sea Bream grill with Arabic way and amazing taste of rice and one of the best lamb soup I have ever had.”
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“Very Special Sea Bream grill with Arabic way and amazing taste of rice and one of the best lamb soup I have ever had.”April 2026
“Staff are accommodating and they always serve the best mandi 🥰🤩! I also like the spicy pickled green mango salad.”
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“Staff are accommodating and they always serve the best mandi 🥰🤩! I also like the spicy pickled green mango salad.”August 2025
Mixed feedback
“Mandi is a must try if you’re in Dubai. I have eaten at many places, but the food quality and service here truly stand out. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked, while the rice was full of flavor. The fattoush was dressed beautifully, and the generous sides with the mandi made the meal even better.”
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“Mandi is a must try if you’re in Dubai. I have eaten at many places, but the food quality and service here truly stand out. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked, while the rice was full of flavor. The fattoush was dressed beautifully, and the generous sides with the mandi made the meal even better.”September 2025
Only neutral feedback
“I ordered a few things for takeaway, including a Fattoush salad and a Kunafa. The Kunafa was alright, and the Fattoush was tasty, but the quantity was very low. In my opinion, it wasn't worth the price.”
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“The quantity of Rice was more and Chicken was less. The Rice was nothing special, it was normal, Mandi Chicken was normal but the service was not good.”
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“They also offered us complementally dessert and chai. They were also very tasty.”
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“They also offered us complementally dessert and chai. They were also very tasty.”October 2025
“3.loved the complementary tea and sweet balls 🍵☕”
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“3.loved the complementary tea and sweet balls 🍵☕”March 2026
“Fresh Avocado shake is so refreshing.”
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“Fresh Avocado shake is so refreshing.”October 2024
“To top it off, they served complimentary dessert and fresh mint tea, which was the perfect finish.”
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“To top it off, they served complimentary dessert and fresh mint tea, which was the perfect finish.”September 2025
“When you ask for the bill they give you mint tea with emirati luqaimat first then take your money.”
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“When you ask for the bill they give you mint tea with emirati luqaimat first then take your money.”January 2026
“On 15/06/2026 at approximately 3:15 PM, my friend and I purchased a Mutton Haneeth meal worth AED 94 from your restaurant. While eating, we noticed that the mutton appeared to be spoiled and unfit for consumption.”
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“On 15/06/2026 at approximately 3:15 PM, my friend and I purchased a Mutton Haneeth meal worth AED 94 from your restaurant. While eating, we noticed that the mutton appeared to be spoiled and unfit for consumption.”June 2026
“I visited your Reef Zam Zam Mandi near Al Ghurair Center today and ordered a Mutton Madfoon While eating, I noticed that the mutton had a different taste and smell, which made me uncomfortable. I continued eating for a while, but the issue remained the same.”
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“I visited your Reef Zam Zam Mandi near Al Ghurair Center today and ordered a Mutton Madfoon While eating, I noticed that the mutton had a different taste and smell, which made me uncomfortable. I continued eating for a while, but the issue remained the same.”June 2026
“We also ordered mutton mandi, but the rice portion was very small and the mutton was too soft. We usually eat mandi at other places and our experience is normally much better. The soup that was served had too much turmeric. Overall, the mandi did not have the proper taste that it should have.”
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“We also ordered mutton mandi, but the rice portion was very small and the mutton was too soft. We usually eat mandi at other places and our experience is normally much better. The soup that was served had too much turmeric. Overall, the mandi did not have the proper taste that it should have.”March 2026
“I ordered the Ramadan Combo from Zam Zam Mandi Restaurant, but unfortunately, it was not good. The food quality was disappointing and did not meet my expectations. The taste was average, and it did not feel fresh. For a special Ramadan combo, I expected better quality and flavor.”
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“I ordered the Ramadan Combo from Zam Zam Mandi Restaurant, but unfortunately, it was not good. The food quality was disappointing and did not meet my expectations. The taste was average, and it did not feel fresh. For a special Ramadan combo, I expected better quality and flavor.”February 2026
Check Water. Ask whether table water is chargeable and confirm the price before opening a bottle.
Expect Extras. Ask about the complimentary finish: multiple reviews mention luqaimat and tea arriving with or after the meal.
Avoid Rush Hours. For easier seating, consider arriving outside busy periods; one diner had to wait briefly for a table.
Check Portions. If ordering takeaway or sharing, confirm the portion size first, since one review found the fattoush quantity poor for its price.
Plan the visit
| 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 – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Two June 2026 reviews reported an unusual smell or suspected spoilage in mutton dishes and dissatisfaction with the response.
Some diners found this branch's meat and Ramadan combo noticeably below expectations.
Bottled water prices were criticised as expensive and not clearly disclosed at the table.
A takeaway review found the fattoush quantity too low for its price, while another found the mandi rice portion small.
One busy Saturday review said the restaurant felt hot, as though the air conditioning was not working properly.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
Mutton Haneeth meal
“On 15/06/2026 at approximately 3:15 PM, my friend and I purchased a Mutton Haneeth meal worth AED 94 from your restaurant”Google review · June 2026
bottled water
“The only downside was that the bottled water cost AED 5, which felt a bit expensive and made the restaurant seem less budget-friendly”Google review · May 2026
1-liter water bottle
“A 1-liter water bottle was charged at 10 AED, but this information was not clearly communicated to customers”Google review · May 2026
The Bottom Line
Zam Zam Mandi Al Ghurair is a Deira Yemeni restaurant for hearty mandi meals and related Arabian dishes. Lamb Mandi, chicken Mandi, chicken Madfoon and camel meat all appear in the reviews, with diners often praising tender meat and fragrant, generously served rice. The strongest pattern is value when the meal lands well.
Several customers mention large portions, and some meals come with complimentary soup, sauces, luqaimat, dessert or mint tea. The setting is generally described as welcoming and suitable for family meals, though one busy Saturday visitor found it uncomfortably hot inside. Service is often warm and attentive, but it has not been consistently smooth.
Reviews mention friendly staff and quick food delivery, while others describe delayed Iftar service, an unwanted bill arriving during dessert, or complaints that received little follow-up. Seating may involve a short wait at busy times. There are also important cautions.
Bottled water was reported at AED 5 and AED 10 for one litre, with complaints about unclear disclosure. Most seriously, two June 2026 reviews raised concerns about the smell or freshness of mutton dishes. If ordering mutton, check it promptly and speak to management immediately if anything seems unusual.