By rating and review confidence
Best Restaurants in Dubai
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Courtyard settingThe open-air courtyard combines a relaxed atmosphere with views across the water towards the Burj Khalifa at sunset.
Shisha optionShisha is a major draw, with reviewers describing it as excellent and calling it the best they had that week.
The Courtyard at Vida Creek Beach is an al fresco restaurant in Dubai Creek Harbour where you can settle in for dinner, drinks or shisha. Reviews point to a cosy courtyard setting, a varied menu and a striking open-air view across the water towards the Burj Khalifa.
View full business page →Tip: Try shishaIf you want a longer courtyard visit, consider adding shisha to dinner or drinks; a 26 April 2026 review paired it with calm surroundings and food.
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Private CabinsEnclosed cabins give families and groups a more private dining setup, including for celebrations.
Menu RangeThe menu covers Indian and international food, with a dedicated vegetarian menu and options for different palates.
Caesars in Al Twar is a spacious restaurant known for Indian and international dishes, family dining and private cabins. It is also a handy stop for bakery treats and quick bites, with reviewers especially mentioning the mini cheese bun and cakes.
View full business page →Tip: Request ReheatingFor ready-to-eat snacks, ask staff to reheat items thoroughly; one review found some remained cold after microwaving.
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Authentic FlavoursReviewers with Lebanese food experience describe the flavours as authentic, fresh and carefully prepared.
Tender LambThe lamb is repeatedly praised, including one review calling it tender and the Lamb Ouzi rich and flavorful.
Lebanushi is a Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurant in Downtown Dubai, in the food-court area opposite Dubai Mall. It suits a quick post-shopping meal or a relaxed visit, with reviewers especially noting grilled meats and Lamb with Rice.
View full business page →Tip: Expect Food HallGo for convenience rather than a secluded dining room: the restaurant is in an indoor food-court setting.
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Home CookingReviewers describe the Syrian food as genuinely home-style, with one saying it recalls homemade meals in Damascus.
Fresh PortionsReviews regularly mention fresh ingredients, generous servings and good quality-to-quantity value.
Al Abaq Al Shami is a Syrian and Levantine restaurant in International City, with a home-cooking style that reviewers return to for delivery and pickup. Named favourites include mansaf and sheshbarak, while the changing daily menu and Ramadan subscription add practical options for regular orders.
View full business page →Tip: Order EarlyOrder ahead if you want a daily meal: one regular customer says the meals often sell out.
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Indian fusionThe menu gives classic Indian dishes a modern twist, with standouts including dynamite chicken, butter chicken and paneer tikka rigatoni.
Signature teaZafran tea is a recurring favourite, including among visitors who do not usually drink tea.
FiLLi Select is a modern Indian café and restaurant in Al Wasl, City Walk, pairing familiar dishes with a more polished presentation. Reviews point to the Zafran tea, Royal Filli Chaat and creative mains as strong reasons to stop for a relaxed meal.
View full business page →Tip: Try chaatFor a first visit, consider the Royal Filli Chaat; reviewers specifically praise both its presentation and taste.
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Biryani picksMutton, beef, chicken, and paneer biryanis all receive specific praise, though preparation appears inconsistent.
Charcoal dishesChicken charcoal, mixed grill, and green chilly charcoal are repeatedly mentioned as worthwhile orders.
So Tasty Restaurant is a multi-cuisine spot in Business Bay with a strong Kerala and South Indian focus. Reviews point to it for affordable local-style meals such as biryani, charcoal dishes, and fresh juices, with plenty of office-lunch appeal.
View full business page →Tip: Specify spiceAsk for less spice when ordering; one reviewer says the default is a bit spicy and another received an overly hot dish.
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Kerala classicsPorotta with beef fry is a recurring favourite, while chicken varutharachathu and squid roast also get specific praise.
Breakfast choiceAppam with chicken stew was praised for its coconut, clove and pepper flavours, making breakfast a strong reason to visit.
Aaraamam Restaurant in Al Raffa serves Kerala and South Indian food, with reviews especially highlighting comforting breakfast dishes such as appam with chicken stew and classic porotta with beef fry. It is also known for tea, evening snacks and a calm, family-friendly dining atmosphere.
View full business page →Tip: Try breakfastFor a morning visit, consider appam with chicken stew; one reviewer especially enjoyed its coconut, clove and pepper flavours.
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Outdoor TerraceThe terrace is valued for its edge tables, street lights and Bur Dubai/Karama skyline views at night.
Food QualityCustomers mention fresh, tasty food, including tender kebab, exceptional karhai and authentic Hyderabadi dishes.
LA VISTA LOUNGE is a restaurant and shisha cafe in Al Karama, with a relaxed lounge setting, live music and Pakistani-style dishes. Reviews particularly point to smooth shisha, the grill platter and evening music, making it a place to settle in for food and conversation rather than a quick meal.
View full business page →Tip: Try TerraceChoose an edge table on the outdoor terrace at night for street-light and Bur Dubai/Karama skyline views.
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Waterfront ViewsOutdoor tables look towards Atlantis and the fountain show, making the setting a major part of the evening.
Live EntertainmentDJs, live bands and brunch performances create an energetic evening rather than a quiet dining room.
A Cappella is a casual bar-and-kitchen restaurant in Trade Centre, with a mixed-cuisine menu and indoor or outdoor seating. Customers come for fountain and Atlantis views, shisha, cocktails and shareable dishes such as lamb chops; live DJs and bands add a livelier evening atmosphere.
View full business page →Tip: Share PlatesTreat the menu as tapas-style dining and consider ordering two or three dishes per person.
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