By rating and review confidence
Best Restaurants in Dubai
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Weekend BreakfastThe weekend unlimited breakfast includes European-style dishes, local flavours, healthy options and sweet treats.
Coffee QualityCappuccino and other coffee drinks are repeatedly praised, including a latte served with latte art.
The Coffee Club in Umm Hurair is an open, cozy cafe-restaurant for coffee, casual meals and relaxed meetings. Reviews point especially to its cappuccino, fresh breakfast dishes and weekend unlimited breakfast, with plenty of seating for working, reading or catching up.
View full business page →Tip: Try WeekendsCheck the Saturday and Sunday unlimited breakfast, which one review found to be strong value at 69 AED.
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Buffet VarietyThe Ramadan buffet included soups, hummus, salads, meats, rice and desserts, with tender lamb served by a chef.
Mixed GrillThe mixed grill is repeatedly praised, including for well-marinated meat and a strong value-for-money serving.
Wadi Al Arayesh is a Syrian-Lebanese restaurant and cafe in Al Karama serving traditional Arabic food in a relaxed, family-oriented setting. Reviews point to its mixed grill, fresh hot Arabic bread and breakfast, while the spacious layout and shisha lounge suit groups and longer evenings.
View full business page →Tip: Try BreakfastConsider visiting for breakfast, especially the oriental breakfast mentioned as a dish worth trying.
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Warm serviceReviewers repeatedly describe the team as unusually welcoming, with one family saying staff treated them like relatives.
Relaxed settingThe venue has a calm, attractive design with both indoor and outdoor seating, making it easy to linger.
Around The Block is an all-day casual dining restaurant in Jumeirah, suited to everything from breakfast and coffee to later meals. Reviews especially highlight its avocado toast and ramen, while the relaxed, leafy setting gives people a reason to stay awhile.
View full business page →Tip: Ask about coffeeIf you are particular about coffee, ask the barista which drink suits your taste; the team can guide you through the choices.
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Bahraini flavoursReviews describe the food as authentic Bahraini cooking, including mashakeek, lamb chops and mixed BBQ plates.
Fresh breadFresh bread is a consistent highlight; one review says it arrived still red hot, while another calls it outstanding.
Tikka Baba is a Bahraini grill restaurant in Bur Dubai, serving dishes such as lemon tikka and mixed grilled platters. Reviews make it appealing for fresh bread, tender grilled meats and a first taste of Bahraini cuisine in a relaxed setting.
View full business page →Tip: Try lemon tikkaPut lemon tikka on your order; reviews repeatedly call it delicious, especially alongside ribs.
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Beef biryaniThe beef biryani is praised for tender meat, fluffy rice and generous portions, with one reviewer calling it among the UAE's best.
Aslam chickenThe Aslam Butter Chicken is a standout: creamy, buttery and Delhi-style, especially with Rumali Roti.
TAZA Biryani & Grills is a Chennai-style biryani and grill restaurant in International City. Reviews point to beef and mutton biryani, Chicken 65, and Delhi-style Aslam Butter Chicken with Rumali Roti as the main reasons to visit.
View full business page →Tip: Try beefOrder the beef biryani if available; reviewers particularly praise its tender meat and Chennai-style rice.
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Rich brothCustomers repeatedly praise the deep, creamy broth, especially in the tonkotsu, miso and Chef’s Special bowls.
Veggie bowlThe Veggie OG made one reviewer double-check that it contained no meat, making it a standout vegetarian choice.
Daikan Ramen is a compact Japanese ramen restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, known for rich, creamy broths and well-cooked noodles. The Chef’s Special, spicy miso ramen, chicken gyoza and takoyaki give you plenty to explore, including a well-liked vegetarian bowl.
View full business page →Tip: Choose OGFor vegetarian ramen, order the Veggie OG rather than the lighter version; one diner found it exceptionally convincing.
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Vegetarian choicesVegetarian diners highlighted the truffle ravioli, salads and vegetarian sushi.
Lively atmosphereMusic, beach views and a stylish crowd create an energetic setting that can run from lunch into evening.
Nammos Dubai is a stylish seafood-focused restaurant in Jumeirah, set beside the beach with a clubby atmosphere, sea views and a shisha lounge. Reviews make it especially appealing for long lunches, sunset drinks and dishes such as fresh sushi or seafood.
View full business page →Tip: Request beachsideAsk for a table by the beach when booking; several reviews say the view makes a major difference.
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Live ShowThe live programme can include several musicians, singers, dancers and a DJ-led after-party, giving dinner a full evening arc.
Music RangeReviews mention soulful and jazz performances as well as familiar 80s and 90s classics, with piano and guitar featured too.
Aretha Dubai is a Jumeirah restaurant built around dinner-show evenings, with live singers and musicians alongside dinner. Reviews make it appealing for celebrations, date nights and group outings, especially if you enjoy an evening that shifts from table dining into dancing.
View full business page →Tip: Time ItAn early dinner may have quieter piano, while the main show starts well past 9pm.
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Tender brisketThe 500g beef brisket was described as juicy and tender, with one reviewer finding it more than enough for two people.
Chef presentationThe face-to-face preparation adds a performance element, and one review mentions tasting the meat beforehand.
Meat Moot is a smoked-meat restaurant in Al Khawaneej, known for tender brisket and slow-cooked cuts. Reviews highlight the chef-led preparation, where diners can watch the meat being prepared and sometimes taste it before choosing, alongside generous sides and sauces.
View full business page →Tip: Try brisketStart with the smoked beef brisket; a 500g portion was reported as enough for two people.
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