By rating and review confidence
Best Restaurants in Al Barsha
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What people like
Takeaway optionThe restaurant can pack unfinished food to take away, giving diners a practical option when portions are large.
Steak qualityRib-eye, sirloin and fillet steaks are repeatedly praised for tenderness, seasoning and accurate cooking.
The Butcher Shop & Grill is a casual South African steakhouse in Al Barsha, with a butcher counter and deli for choice meats. Reviews point to rib-eye, sirloin and fillet steaks, plus generous sides and attentive service in the Mall of the Emirates setting.
View full business page →Tip: Choose weightAsk about available cuts and weights if you want to tailor the steak to your appetite.
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What people like
Traditional dishesThe less familiar Lebanese dishes, including bemyeh and kooussa warak 3arish, are described as the menu’s standout choices.
Grilled foodGrilled chicken is praised as juicy and full of flavour, while barbecue and mixed-grill plates are noted for generous portions.
Allo Beirut is a Lebanese street-food restaurant in Al Barsha, with a wide menu that ranges from manakish and shawarma to traditional dishes such as bemyeh and kooussa warak 3arish. It suits quick meals, late-night cravings and generous shared spreads.
View full business page →Tip: Explore dishesLook beyond the usual hummus, tabbouleh and shawarma mix; one reviewer recommends the traditional dishes menu instead.
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What people like
Football screensLarge screens throughout the restaurant make it easy to follow matches from many tables.
Fresh seafoodChoose fish, prawns or other seafood at the counter and have it cooked to your preference.
Abo Ali Restaurant & Cafe is a large Egyptian restaurant in Al Barsha, with spacious seating, big screens for football and separate smoking areas. Reviews particularly point to the fresh seafood counter and Egyptian favourites such as mixed grills and Umm Ali.
View full business page →Tip: Try seafoodUse the seafood counter to select your fish or prawns and request how you want them cooked.
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What people like
Less oilyOne customer specifically liked that the chicken did not taste as oily as chicken from other fast-food restaurants.
Crispy chickenSeveral reviews describe the chicken as crispy outside and juicy inside, including a well-cooked fried chicken meal.
Texas Chicken is a chicken restaurant in Al Barsha’s Mall of the Emirates food court. Reviews point to crispy, juicy fried chicken, spicy burgers and quick counter service, with kids’ meals and app discounts adding practical appeal for families and bargain-minded visitors.
View full business page →Tip: Check temperatureCheck that burgers or chicken are hot before leaving the counter; two reviews specifically describe cold food.
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What people like
Indoor outdoorsThe restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, giving diners an alternative when one area is full or uncomfortable.
Authentic flavourMany diners say the food tastes like Egypt, with traditional dishes prepared in a recognisably Egyptian style.
Masmat Baha is an Egyptian restaurant in Al Barsha, close enough to Mall of the Emirates for some diners to walk over. Reviews point to traditional dishes such as hawawshi and mixed grills, with indoor and outdoor seating for casual meals or larger gatherings.
View full business page →Tip: Plan parkingAllow extra time for parking, or use Mall of the Emirates parking and walk across; one review puts the walk at about 5–7 minutes.
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