Top 10 Best Southeast Asian restaurants in Dubai
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Smoky KarhaiThe Koyla Karhai is praised for tender chicken, balanced spices and a distinct charcoal smokiness.
BreakfastHalwa puri, qeema and crispy parathas make the Pakistani breakfast a strong option, with the halwa noted as not overly oily.
Hot n Spicy Dubai serves Pakistani and Karachi-style comfort food in Business Bay, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery mentioned by reviewers. Chicken karahi, BBQ and Pakistani breakfast dishes such as halwa puri and paratha are recurring reasons customers return.
View full business page →TipVisit outside busy weekend periods if possible: one diner waited about an hour for a table.
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Sunset terracesTwo outdoor terrace levels overlook the Al Quadra desert, giving sunset diners a wide rooftop view.
Warm serviceReviews repeatedly describe the team as attentive and welcoming, with staff taking care over recommendations and dietary requests.
In Mugatrah, Anwa Restaurant combines Southeast Asian cooking with a rooftop desert setting. Visitors come for sunset views, small plates such as lobster Pad Thai, creative cocktails and, for those who want it, shisha under the open sky.
View full business page →TipExpect terrace heat in hot weather and ask whether movable air-conditioning is available for your table.
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Crispy chickenThe Korean fried chicken is repeatedly praised for arriving crisp, tender and freshly cooked rather than greasy.
Strong flavoursYangnyum, honey and soy garlic are standout choices, with the Yangnyum sauce described as especially delicious.
Kyochon is a Korean restaurant on the ground level of City Centre Deira in Port Saeed, centred on Korean fried chicken. Reviews point to crispy Yangnyum and soy garlic chicken, with kimchi rice and japchae providing satisfying sides for a casual mall meal.
View full business page →TipPlan for a 20–30 minute wait because the chicken is fried fresh after ordering.
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Handi favouriteChicken handi is repeatedly praised, with one diner also liking the chicken and mutton keema.
Generous portionsOne curry was described as more than enough for two, making shared meals practical.
Pak Sufi is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Qusais serving traditional dishes in a casual dine-in setting. Reviews point first-timers towards the chicken handi and tawa daal mash, while breakfast visitors mention hot halwa puri with chana.
View full business page →TipIf you do not enjoy smoky food, favour curry or tawa dishes over the smoked mutton kebab.
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Seafood WokThe seafood wok package includes unlimited seafood with laksa, sides and mango sticky rice; diners can choose sauces such as Thai red curry or Cajun.
Open KitchenThe open-plan kitchen lets diners watch the chefs cooking, adding a lively, engaging element to the meal.
Yum! Asian Restaurant is a Pan-Asian dining spot in Al Rigga, inside the Radisson Blu, with a traditional dining area and an open kitchen. Reviews point especially to its seafood wok packages and Singapore laksa, while families appreciate the welcoming service and kid-friendly noodle dishes.
View full business page →TipThursday nights have unlimited noodles for AED 25, but meat, tofu and greens cost AED 10 each, so budget for add-ons.
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Signature FishSteamed sea bass is a standout, while salt-crusted and garlic-butter versions also appear often in recommendations.
Spice FlexibilityThe kitchen can adjust dishes for diners who do not eat much spice, making the menu easier to navigate.
Thai Sea - Seafood Grill is a Thai seafood restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with a broad menu built around fresh fish, shellfish and Thai preparations. Reviews point first-timers toward dishes such as Tom Yum and steamed sea bass, while the dining room is described as clean, bright and informal.
View full business page →TipAsk for average or adjusted spice if you are sensitive; one diner found a seafood dish extra spicy.
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Marina viewsIndoor and outdoor seating looks out over Dubai Marina, adding a relaxed waterfront backdrop to dinner.
Delivery holdsA Deliveroo order arrived hot, well packaged and delicious, so the food also travels well.
Gifto’s of London is a British curry house serving Indo-Pak cuisine in Dubai Marina. Reviews point to Marina-view dining built around dishes such as chicken charsi karahi and lamb biryani, with indoor and outdoor seating.
View full business page →TipAsk for your preferred heat level; one reviewer says dishes default to less spicy and can be adjusted.
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Peking duckThe duck is repeatedly praised, with one diner calling it perfectly cooked, full of flavour and the meal’s highlight.
Sichuan beefThe Sichuan beef was praised for tender meat and balanced aromatic heat rather than overwhelming spice.
YU Dubai is a modern Chinese restaurant at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah in Palm Jumeirah, centred on table-side Peking duck and regional Chinese cooking. Reviews also point to standout Sichuan beef, generous portions and polished occasion-friendly service.
View full business page →TipIf you are vegetarian or sensitive to numbing spice, ask specifically about the peppercorns in the Mapo Tofu.
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