Top 10 Best Lebanese restaurants in Dubai
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- ✦ Who wants a standout grill?
- ✦ Who wants Lebanese breakfast?
- ✦ Who wants views with the meal?
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What people like
Authentic flavoursFresh mezze and grills are repeatedly praised for balanced, authentic Lebanese flavour.
Generous portionsA 1 kg grill platter with bread, hummus and fattoush was more than enough for four.
Al Safadi is a Lebanese restaurant in Umm Suqeim known for fresh mezze, grilled dishes and generous portions. Reviews highlight the hummus, mixed grills and a welcoming setting that works for family meals, group gatherings or a relaxed shisha visit.
TipFor a calmer visit, consider going outside peak weekend periods because the dining room can get packed and loud.
Choose Al Safadi Restaurant Umm Al Sheif for generous grill portions that can be more than enough for a family of four.
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What people like
Lebanese classicsFresh mezze, juicy grills and warm oven-baked bread are recurring strengths, with chicken liver and mixed grill singled out.
Strong breakfastThe Eggs with Tomato and Cheese (Maajouka) comes with soft, warm bread and homemade-style flavour.
AlSafadi Restaurant DIFC is a long-established Lebanese restaurant serving traditional Arabic food in a lively, spacious setting. Reviews point to breakfast favourites such as Eggs with Tomato and Cheese (Maajouka), alongside well-regarded mezze, grills and generous sharing portions.
TipFor a morning visit, consider the Eggs with Tomato and Cheese (Maajouka), served with soft warm bread.
Choose AlSafadi Restaurant DIFC for a fresh Lebanese breakfast centred on maajouka and warm bread.
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What people like
Outdoor seatingThe City Walk branch has appealing outdoor seating and an open ceiling, useful if you prefer a less enclosed dining area.
Fast serviceOne diner received a customised meal in under five minutes, while another said dishes arrived almost immediately after ordering.
Allo Beirut - City Walk is a Lebanese restaurant in Al Wasl serving Lebanese street food and classic dishes in a spacious, lively setting. Reviews point to the mixed grill, shawarma and generous portions, with indoor and outdoor seating for casual meals, family dinners and late-night visits.
TipFor a more distinctive order, consider the sujuk shawarma; one review also recommends pairing it with mango juice.
Choose Allo Beirut - City Walk when you want Lebanese street food for a late-night meal.
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What people like
Grilled meatsSeek kabab is praised for its juicy, tender preparation, while boti kebab arrives charred and tender enough to reorder.
Family friendlyThe comfortable setting and helpful staff with children make it an easy choice for a family meal.
Al Safadi Restaurant Rigga is a Lebanese restaurant in Deira with a relaxed, family-friendly setting and a broad menu of traditional dishes. Reviews especially point to its hummus, grilled meats and generous mezze, with quick, attentive service and a separate smoking area for shisha.
TipAsk the captain to explain the Lebanese dish names; one reviewer needed help understanding the menu.
Choose Al Safadi Restaurant Rigga for juicy, tender Lebanese grilled meats.
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What people like
Waterfront viewsOutdoor seating faces Atlantis, the sea and, from some tables, the dancing fountain and water show.
Fresh breadHot, fluffy bread arrives generously with meals and was described as seemingly endless.
Al Safadi Restaurant The Pointe is a Lebanese restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the water, Atlantis and the dancing fountain. Reviews point to hot fresh bread, mixed grills and a particularly memorable date pudding.
TipFor the strongest setting, ask about the upper-floor outdoor area when the weather is pleasant.
Choose Al Safadi Restaurant The Pointe for a Lebanese meal where you can select fresh fish before it is prepared.
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What people like
Smoking choiceSeparate shisha and non-smoking sections let different groups dine in the same restaurant more comfortably.
Menu rangeThe menu is described as extensive, covering mezze, grilled meats, fresh bread and traditional Lebanese specialities.
Al Beiruti SZR is a Lebanese restaurant in Umm Suqeim serving modern Lebanese cuisine in a lively setting, with separate shisha and non-smoking areas. Reviews particularly highlight the hummus, fattoush and grilled dishes, making it a flexible choice for meals with friends, family or guests.
TipAsk for the non-smoking area if you want to avoid shisha smoke; the restaurant separates smokers and non-smokers.
Choose Al Beiruti SZR for particularly tender, well-seasoned chicken taouk.
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What people like
Lamb biryaniThe lamb biryani has a loyal following: one reviewer had returned more than ten times for its moist, tender texture.
FattoushFattoush is a standout salad, described by reviewers as exceptional and especially distinctive at this branch.
Al Safadi Restaurant Motor City is a Lebanese restaurant in Motor City with a broad menu spanning mezze, grills and sweets. Reviews point to fresh baked bread, generous family seating and a dedicated shisha area, making it a flexible choice for a relaxed meal or group dinner.
TipFor a more relaxed visit, consider the upstairs smoking area; reviewers describe it as calmer, but it is intended for smokers.
Choose Al Safadi Restaurant Motor City for a lamb biryani with a loyal following for its moist, tender texture.
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What people like
Fresh breadFreshly baked bread and hot kubus are recurring highlights, including bread made fresh in-house.
Grilled dishesThe mixed grill and grilled chicken stand out for generous portions, juicy meat and a well-charred finish.
Habib Beirut is a Lebanese restaurant in Dubai Marina, known for fresh breads, generous grilled dishes and a marina-side setting. Reviews highlight its spicy hummus with beef shawarma, hot kubus and Lebanese coffee, while separate Italian, Japanese and shisha areas add variety for mixed groups.
TipIf vegan mock meat is your main reason for visiting, confirm availability before ordering; it was unavailable on one visit.
Choose Habib Beirut, Dubai Marina for a large grilled kebab dish that works well for sharing.
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Calm settingThe elegant interior, calm music and professional atmosphere suit family meals, conversations and business meetings.
Al Hallab is a classic Lebanese restaurant in Downtown Dubai, located at The Dubai Mall with a terrace overlooking the fountains. Reviews point to well-prepared grilled meats and shawarma, plus a relaxed outdoor setting for watching the Dubai Fountain show over a meal.
TipFor fountain and Burj Khalifa views, ask for an outdoor table; winter was specifically recommended for balcony seating.
Choose Al Hallab for Lebanese dining paired with the Dubai Fountain show.
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What people like
Mixed grillsMixed grills are repeatedly praised for tender, juicy meat, with one reviewer calling it the best mixed grill they had in Dubai.
Arabic sweetsThe dessert counter is a major draw, especially for kunafa and ashta sweets with fresh pastry, balanced syrup and rich cream.
Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets is a Lebanese restaurant in Al Garhoud with a sweet counter and an upstairs dining room. Reviews point to the mixed grill and traditional desserts such as kunafa and ashta sweets as strong reasons to visit.
TipTry quieter hours if possible: several reviews describe long waits and tables being overlooked when the restaurant is busy.
Choose Al Hallab Restaurant & Sweets when traditional Lebanese sweets are a primary part of the visit.
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