By rating and review confidence
Best Restaurants in Al Qusais
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Nihari specialityNihari is the restaurant’s clearest strength, with plain, maghaz, bheja and weekend versions all receiving praise.
Bihari kababBeef and chicken Bihari kabab are repeatedly mentioned as standout choices, with one regular calling it among Dubai’s best.
Daily Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Qusais, known in reviews for its nihari and Bihari kabab. It suits a casual meal or takeaway when you want generously portioned desi food at generally reasonable prices, though the experience can vary by dish and visit.
View full business page →Tip: Try weekendsAsk about the weekend Special Nihari, including the Nalli version mentioned by regulars.
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Vintage settingThe Kerala-house décor includes old radios, clocks, lanterns and typewriters, giving the restaurant a mini-museum feel.
Kerala flavoursReviews describe balanced, mildly spiced Calicut-style cooking with familiar Malabar flavours and nostalgic fusion dishes.
Adaminde Chayakada is an Indian restaurant in Al Qusais built around Kerala food and a nostalgic old-home setting filled with vintage décor. It is a place to try dishes such as Pothi Chicken Biryani or spend time over Kerala snacks and chai.
View full business page →Tip: Try snacksFor a lighter visit, choose an evening snack with tea; fresh snacks were the clearest highlight in one review.
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Parking OptionsReviews mention free valet parking as well as RTA and non-RTA spaces near the restaurant.
Family SeatingSeparate cabins, spacious seating and a relaxed atmosphere give families and larger groups room to dine comfortably.
Classic Family Restaurant is an Indian restaurant in Al Qusais with a strong Kerala and South Indian focus. Customers come for dishes such as appam, fish curry meals and sadhya, while the spacious party hall makes it a practical choice for birthdays, communions and larger family gatherings.
View full business page →Tip: Ask PortionsIf quantity matters, ask about serving size before ordering; one review specifically found portions small.
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Clean VisitsSome customers report a clean dine-in environment, including a review describing the restaurant as very clean.
Fresh ChickenSeveral reviews describe hot, fresh chicken, including one order prepared while the customer waited.
KFC Grand Lube Al Qusais serves the chain’s familiar fried-chicken buckets, combo meals and sides, with takeaway, dine-in and online ordering mentioned by customers. It is worth considering for quick service and, on better visits, hot fresh chicken ready soon after ordering.
View full business page →Tip: Check AvailabilityIf visiting late, ask what is available before ordering; one customer found takeaway only and no burgers or sandwiches.
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Honey BiscuitsHoney-butter biscuits stand out as a soft, slightly sweet side that one reviewer found especially memorable.
Saucy BurgersThe burgers have been praised for generous sauce and a delicious, satisfying finish.
Texas Chicken - Al Qusais is a casual fast-food chicken restaurant serving fried chicken, burgers and sandwiches. Reviews highlight the 3-piece spicy combo and honey-butter biscuits, while the petrol-station setting makes it easy to reach for a quick dine-in meal or pickup.
View full business page →Tip: Verify PickupIf ordering through the app, confirm the item is available before travelling; one pickup order was replaced without approval.
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Standout dishesKunjukozhi fry is described as crispy, spicy and aromatic, while beef and mutton chops pair well with appam or porotta.
Good valueSeveral diners found the food affordable and satisfying, including a reported AED 8 meal served with a generous spread of sides.
Tasty Notes is a Kerala-focused non-vegetarian restaurant in Al Qusais, known in reviews for homely nadan food at approachable prices. Customers come for dishes such as Kunji Kozhi and biryani, with a comfortable dining room that suits both quick meals and relaxed family visits.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm pricesAsk for the exact price before ordering; one review says menu amounts were per person and larger curry pots applied for more diners.
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CleanlinessSome diners describe the restaurant as simple but clean, with good hygiene and an efficient team.
South IndianReviewers repeatedly highlight authentic South Indian flavours, especially at breakfast.
VegMe is a pure-vegetarian restaurant in Al Qusais with a strong South Indian breakfast focus. Reviewers come for dishes such as masala dosa, soft idly and crispy vadai, with prices that suit a quick, low-cost meal.
View full business page →Tip: Avoid CrowdsVisit outside peak periods if possible: one breakfast reviewer had to wait for a seat because the restaurant was very crowded.
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Relaxed atmosphereThe restaurant was described as cozy, not too crowded, and not too loud.
Beef shawarmaBeef shawarma is repeatedly singled out, with one reviewer calling it a must-order and truly the best.
HOBSHI RESTAURANT in Al Qusais is a small Egyptian street-food spot centred on hawawshi and Egyptian-style shawarma. Reviews make the beef shawarma, hawawshi, and friendly, relaxed service the main reasons to consider a visit.
View full business page →Tip: Start beefTry the beef shawarma first: multiple reviews highlight it, and one calls it a must-order.
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