Top 10 Best Chicken restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Flame-Grilled ChickenChicken is repeatedly described as fresh, tender, juicy and perfectly grilled, including a well-done order that was brown rather than burnt.
Attentive ServiceSeveral reviews describe prompt, polite service, with staff checking orders and drinks without being intrusive.
Nando's Mall of the Emirates is a chicken restaurant in Al Barsha serving Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken with PERi-PERi marinades. Reviews point to breakfast, spicy chicken livers and newer espetada dishes, with a welcoming dine-in setting for families, post-movie meals or casual visits.
TipVisit outside busy weekend or mid-afternoon periods if you want to reduce the chance of waiting for a table.
Choose Nando's Mall of the Emirates for consistently praised fresh, flavourful and perfectly grilled chicken.
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What people like
Fountain viewsOutdoor tables can pair a meal with views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.
Chicken liverChicken liver is an unexpectedly strong pick, with one first-time visitor calling it the best they had tried.
Nando’s Dubai Mall is a chicken restaurant in Downtown Dubai serving Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken with different PERi-PERi marinades. Reviews highlight the outdoor fountain and Burj Khalifa views, along with dishes such as espetada and chicken liver.
TipAsk for an outdoor table if you want the fountain show and Burj Khalifa view, but expect crowds on weekend nights.
Choose Nando's Dubai Mall for juicy, smoky grilled chicken with different spice levels to choose from.
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What people like
Crispy chickenReviews repeatedly describe the chicken as fresh, hot and crispy, with nuggets praised for a juicy centre.
Spicy burgersThe spicy burger is a strong pick, with one couple specifically enjoying both burgers and the crispy chicken.
Texas Chicken is a chicken restaurant in Downtown Dubai, serving crispy fried chicken, burgers and wraps in the Dubai Mall food court. Reviews especially point to the spicy burgers, fresh chicken and honey-butter biscuits, making it a practical stop for a quick mall meal.
TipFor the best chance of finding a food-court seat, try a weekday visit between 11am and 3pm.
Choose Texas Chicken - Dubai Mall for a crispy chicken food-court meal that can be served quickly.
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What people like
Tender chickenChicken tenders are often described as juicy, crisp and cooked fresh, including a particularly well-received six-piece combo.
Signature sauceThe Cane’s Sauce is the standout for many diners, adding a tangy, creamy and peppery element to the chicken.
Raising Cane’s is a chicken tenderloin restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence, centred on freshly cooked chicken tender meals. Reviews highlight the juicy tenders, signature Cane’s Sauce and buttery Texas toast, with a lively setting that suits a quick meal near the beach.
TipVisit outside night and weekend rushes if you want an easier time finding a seat in this busy JBR branch.
Choose Raising Cane's for fresh, juicy chicken tenders with a crisp coating and fast service.
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What people like
Fresh ChickenReviews describe juicy, perfectly cooked chicken served fresh and at the right temperature, with the signature Nando’s flavour.
BreakfastBreakfast is served warm and fresh in a cosy, inviting setting, making it a recurring reason to visit.
Nando's Sheikh Zayed Road is an Afro-Portuguese chicken restaurant in Trade Centre, centred on flame-grilled peri-peri chicken with different heat levels. Reviews also point to breakfast, espetada and the hummus with chicken and pita bread as worthwhile orders.
TipIf you are visiting in the morning, breakfast is a well-supported choice: one diner found it fresh, warm and well prepared.
Choose Nando's Sheikh Zayed Road for perfectly cooked chicken, fresh food and a signature peri-peri flavour.
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What people like
Juicy chickenSeveral reviews describe the peri-peri chicken as moist, juicy and full of smoky flavour, including the butterfly chicken and half-chicken meals.
Generous plattersSharing platters are repeatedly described as good value for groups, with one reviewer noting that the portions are large and not skimpy.
Nando’s City Centre Mirdif is a Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken restaurant in Mirdif, with PERi-PERi sauces and family-friendly meals. Reviews particularly point to its breakfast, generous sharing platters and standout espetada dishes, though consistency can vary during busy periods.
TipTry visiting outside peak dinner or holiday periods: one guest waited 30 minutes for a table, while another found the branch busy at 8pm.
Choose Nando's City Centre Mirdif for a breakfast menu that reviewers describe as a great deal, with affordable coffee.
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What people like
Adjustable HeatChoose your preferred peri-peri spice level, from milder flavours through to extra hot.
Espetada HighlightThe Espetada is described as juicy, perfectly grilled and packed with classic peri-peri flavour.
Nando’s The Greens is an Afro-Portuguese chicken restaurant centred on flame-grilled peri-peri chicken, with adjustable heat levels. Reviews make it appealing for a relaxed meal in The Greens, especially if you want to try the Chicken Espetada or sit outdoors when the weather is comfortable.
TipChoose your preferred spice level when ordering; the menu lets you control how spicy the meal is.
Choose Nando's The Greens for a relaxed meal centred on juicy, perfectly grilled Espetada.
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What people like
Quiet settingThe restaurant can be calm and uncrowded, giving diners a comfortable place to talk over lunch or dinner.
Family friendlyCustomers mention staff being kind with children and helpful when choosing dishes for a family meal.
Nando’s Ibn Battuta Mall is a chicken restaurant in Jebel Ali Village serving Portuguese-style, flame-grilled PERi-PERi dishes. Reviews particularly point to the Espetada and juicy PERi-PERi chicken, with a relaxed setting that works for family meals or casual celebrations.
TipWhen ordering Espetada, say how tender and thoroughly cooked you want the chicken to avoid the dryness issue described in one review.
Choose Nando's Ibn Battuta Mall for juicy, flavourful PERi-PERi chicken with particularly attentive service.
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What people like
Outdoor seatingThe outdoor area and sea view suit a relaxed breakfast, lunch or dinner by the Marina Walk.
Local menuVisitors from the UK noted that the Dubai menu differs enough to make trying new dishes worthwhile.
Nando's Marina Walk is a chicken restaurant in Dubai Marina serving Portuguese-style, flame-grilled chicken with PERi-PERi marinades. Reviews point to the classic chicken, butterfly chicken with sweet-potato fries and a marina-side outdoor setting as the main draws.
TipFor a safer first order, consider the regular chicken: one reviewer rated it 10/10, while the espatada lime chicken received 6/10.
Choose Nando's Marina Walk for extremely juicy, fresh chicken in a marina-side setting.
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What people like
Helpful StaffReviews often describe the counter team as friendly, attentive and accommodating, including during a busy queue.
Oporto-Dubai Hills Mall is a chicken restaurant in Dubai Hills Estate serving Portuguese-style flame-grilled chicken alongside wraps and burgers. Reviews particularly highlight the grilled chicken, pulled chicken wrap and Bondi burger, with quick counter-service meals and a family-friendly seating area.
TipPlan for counter ordering and buzzer collection rather than table service.
Choose Oporto-Dubai Hills Mall for flame-grilled chicken that reviewers describe as flavourful and perfectly cooked.
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