Tender meat
Mandi and haneeth portions are often described as generous, with meat tender enough to fall off the bone.
ZAMZAM MANDI RESTAURANT , JUMEIRAH
Jumeirah
Zam Zam Mandi Restaurant in Jumeirah serves traditional Yemeni food in a comfortable, family-friendly setting. Reviews point especially to its tender mutton haneeth ribs mandi and chicken madbee, with generous portions and complimentary soup, tea or sweets appearing often.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,849 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Haneeth ribs
One mutton haneeth ribs mandi portion was reported to serve three people, making it a practical sharing dish.
Welcoming service
Several reviews describe the serving team as attentive, friendly and accommodating, including during family meals and a group visit of 15.
Family seating
The family room and majlis-style floor seating provide a calmer, more private setting for family dinners.
Sweet finish
Complimentary luqaimat, tea, coffee or other small desserts are frequently mentioned as a pleasant end to the meal.
Large portions
Several diners found the plates large enough to share, with one haneeth order reportedly feeding three or even four people.
Ample parking
Parking is a useful convenience for diners driving to the Jumeirah branch.
What to Eat at ZAMZAM MANDI RESTAURANT , JUMEIRAH 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 ZAMZAM MANDI RESTAURANT , JUMEIRAH, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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 ZAMZAM MANDI RESTAURANT , JUMEIRAH got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Arabic mandi Net +1
“Zamzam Mandi, Karama serves totally authentic Arabic mandi. The spices are very mild and the rice has light flavoring. Rice was a little hard, but overall the food was good. This place is perfect for people who like original Arabic mandi.”
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“Zamzam Mandi, Karama serves totally authentic Arabic mandi. The spices are very mild and the rice has light flavoring. Rice was a little hard, but overall the food was good. This place is perfect for people who like original Arabic mandi.”February 2026
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Camel mandi Net +1
“Got chicken and camel mandi, both tasted great with generous portions.”
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“Got chicken and camel mandi, both tasted great with generous portions.”March 2026
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Camel meat Net +1
“We came specially for a camel meat and it was definitely a right choice. Large portion perfect to share for 2 people.”
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“We came specially for a camel meat and it was definitely a right choice. Large portion perfect to share for 2 people.”August 2025
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Chicken charcoal mandi Net +1
“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”
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“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”December 2025
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Chicken madfoon Net +1
“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”
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“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”December 2025
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Chicken madhbee Net +1
“I tried the chicken mandi and chicken madhbee — the mandi felt a bit basic and underwhelming, but the madhbee was absolutely fire.”
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“I tried the chicken mandi and chicken madhbee — the mandi felt a bit basic and underwhelming, but the madhbee was absolutely fire.”January 2026
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Flatbread Net +1
“we got different sauces, delicious flatbread and hummus.”
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“we got different sauces, delicious flatbread and hummus.”November 2022
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Fresh bread Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious—fresh bread, perfectly grilled chicken, and everything full of flavor.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious—fresh bread, perfectly grilled chicken, and everything full of flavor.”March 2025
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Haneeth mandi Net +1
“The mutton,haneeth mandi and kunafa I ordered were amazing.”
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“The mutton,haneeth mandi and kunafa I ordered were amazing.”March 2026
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Haneeth ribs Net +1
“I definitely recommend you to experience here and specialy Haneeth ribs.”
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“I definitely recommend you to experience here and specialy Haneeth ribs.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (10)
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Kunafa Net +1
“The mutton,haneeth mandi and kunafa I ordered were amazing.”
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“The mutton,haneeth mandi and kunafa I ordered were amazing.”March 2026
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Kunafa with ice cream Net +1
“For dessert we ordered kunafa with ice cream. It was good! But actually you receive more ice cream then kunafa😄”
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“For dessert we ordered kunafa with ice cream. It was good! But actually you receive more ice cream then kunafa😄”August 2025
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“The lamb kebab we ordered was also good.”
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“The lamb kebab we ordered was also good.”December 2025
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Madbee Net +1
“We ordered one Madbee and one Fish dish. Since we were three people, we asked for extra rice, condiments, and birista believing they were complimentary, as has always been the case in all Dubai branches I’ve visited since 2015.”
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“We ordered one Madbee and one Fish dish. Since we were three people, we asked for extra rice, condiments, and birista believing they were complimentary, as has always been the case in all Dubai branches I’ve visited since 2015.”September 2025
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Madbi Net +1
“Their mandi and madbi are flavorful and perfectly cooked.”
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“Their mandi and madbi are flavorful and perfectly cooked.”October 2025
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Mutton haneeth Net +1
“We ordered the "Mutton Haneeth", which came with Mandi rice underneath and barbecued goat ribs cooked over hot stones on top. It was served with soup, pickles, and side dishes. The meat could have been a bit more tender, but it was still very flavorful.”
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“We ordered the "Mutton Haneeth", which came with Mandi rice underneath and barbecued goat ribs cooked over hot stones on top. It was served with soup, pickles, and side dishes. The meat could have been a bit more tender, but it was still very flavorful.”October 2025
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Mutton haneeth ribs mandi Net +1
“We ordered the Mutton Haneeth Ribs Mandi, and it was really good! The meat was so tender and juicy. 😋 One order is good for three people.”
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“We ordered the Mutton Haneeth Ribs Mandi, and it was really good! The meat was so tender and juicy. 😋 One order is good for three people.”June 2025
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Perfectly grilled chicken Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious—fresh bread, perfectly grilled chicken, and everything full of flavor.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious—fresh bread, perfectly grilled chicken, and everything full of flavor.”March 2025
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Qehwa Net +1
“And to top it off, the qehwa and luqaimat after the meal were the perfect finish.”
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“And to top it off, the qehwa and luqaimat after the meal were the perfect finish.”October 2025
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Sweet potato fries Net +1
“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”
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“We tried the chicken mandi, chicken charcoal mandi, chicken madfoon, sweet potato fries. The dishes were all tasty.”December 2025
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Black mint tea Net +1
“The luqaimat and black mint tea at the end were also delicious.”
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“The luqaimat and black mint tea at the end were also delicious.”June 2026
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Complimentary tea Net +1
“Their complimentary tea and sweet balls after the meal were amazing too!”
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“Their complimentary tea and sweet balls after the meal were amazing too!”June 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Camel madghout Net −1
“The food overall was really good and the atmosphere was great—though the camel madghout was a bit of a letdown.”
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“The food overall was really good and the atmosphere was great—though the camel madghout was a bit of a letdown.”June 2026
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Fahsa Net −1
“My review is for improvement purposes, This Fahsa is full taste tomato, I don’t feel the taste of lamb.”
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“My review is for improvement purposes, This Fahsa is full taste tomato, I don’t feel the taste of lamb.”June 2026
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Kabsa Net −1
“The food was quite average and didn’t have a special taste — we even had to use the salt shaker to improve the flavor. Prices are higher compared to other restaurants serving mandi. We ordered rice and kabsa, but the kabsa rice was very plain, so we had to order extra white rice instead.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The food was quite average and didn’t have a special taste — we even had to use the salt shaker to improve the flavor. Prices are higher compared to other restaurants serving mandi. We ordered rice and kabsa, but the kabsa rice was very plain, so we had to order extra white rice instead.”October 2025
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Mathbi chiken Net −1
“we been there we ordered mathbi chiken and it came small portions and with sause ams spicy and soup no salad no greens and the rice not even enough for 1 person”
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“we been there we ordered mathbi chiken and it came small portions and with sause ams spicy and soup no salad no greens and the rice not even enough for 1 person”January 2026
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Steak Net −1
“The steak was tender but overcooked.”
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“The steak was tender but overcooked.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask first. Before ordering, ask whether extra rice or condiments cost more; one diner was charged 10 AED for extra rice and 14 AED for extra birista.
Share haneeth. Mutton haneeth ribs mandi is worth considering for a group: one review says a single order serves three people.
Try floor seating. For a more traditional, private meal, ask about floor seating; reviews mention curtains, a bell for service and comfortable majlis seating.
Use parking. Drivers can factor in the branch’s ample parking when choosing it over nearby alternatives.
Ramadan hours. During Ramadan, a review reported opening until 4:00 AM, useful for Suhoor or late-night gatherings; confirm current hours before going.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeirah - Jumeira First - Dubai
Jumeirah - Jumeira First, Dubai
| 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 |
Common Concerns
Extra charges
Several diners were surprised that extra mandi rice was charged separately, unlike at other branches or restaurants.
Higher pricing
Some reviewers consider the Jumeirah branch more expensive than comparable mandi restaurants and other branches.
Management conduct
Multiple June reviews describe a supervisor shouting at or scolding staff in front of customers, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere.
Uneven flavor
Although many diners enjoyed the food, some found individual dishes bland, plain or less distinctive than expected.
Seating cleanliness
One diner found a majlis rug dirty and wet, which affected an otherwise positive visit.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
10 AED
extra rice
“To our surprise, my cousin asked if the rice has payment, so we were informed that the extra rice would cost 10 AED because we had only ordered two main dishes”Google review · September 2025
14 AED
extra birista
“However, what frustrated me was being charged for the extra birista (14 AED), even though I’ve never encountered this in other branches”Google review · September 2025
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The Bottom Line
Zam Zam Mandi Restaurant is a traditional Yemeni restaurant in Jumeirah built around hearty rice-and-meat dishes. The main draw is mandi, with chicken mandi, chicken madbee, mutton haneeth ribs mandi and camel mandi all receiving specific praise. Reviews often describe tender meat, aromatic rice and portions large enough to share, particularly the haneeth ribs.
The setting suits family meals and groups. Diners mention a family room and majlis-style floor seating with curtains for privacy, while one group of 15 said the staff handled the visit smoothly. Complimentary soup, luqaimat, tea, Arabic coffee or other sweets may round off the meal, although these extras should not be assumed to include additional rice or condiments.
Value is less consistent at this Jumeirah branch. Several customers found prices higher than at other branches or nearby mandi restaurants, and extra rice or birista charges caused surprises. Food feedback is also mixed on individual dishes: many found it excellent, while others called the kabsa plain, the camel madghout disappointing or the fahsa too tomato-heavy.
The branch has ample parking. Before ordering, clarify add-on charges and whether advertised set meals are available for dine-in. Reviews also report a comfortable atmosphere overall, but some diners were unsettled by staff being scolded in front of guests.