By rating and review confidence
Best Biryani restaurants in Dubai
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Open 24/7The restaurant is open 24/7, making it useful for late-night Pakistani or Indian food.
Karahi And NaanChicken karahi is described as having an authentic Pakistani flavour, while the naan was good.
Muhammad Iqbal Restaurant is a Pakistani and Indian restaurant in Business Bay that stays open around the clock. Reviews point to chicken karahi, biryani and other desi favourites, with quick dine-in service and a useful late-night option for nearby diners.
View full business page →Tip: Call For ParkingIf driving, call for directions to the free basement parking; the entrance is easy to miss and requires an elevator ride upstairs.
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MomosThe momo platter earned a 10/10 from one diner, while another singled out the chilli momos.
Late hoursThe restaurant is reported to be open 24 hours, making it a practical option for very late meals.
Indiana Delights is an Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers serving North Indian favourites alongside Indian Chinese dishes. Reviews point to its momos, chole bhature and late-night dining, with indoor and outdoor seating for casual meals or takeaway.
View full business page →Tip: Try lateFor a very late meal, this is one of the few reviewed options open around the clock.
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Ragi muddeRagi mudde is praised for its earthy texture, especially with rich mutton curry or saaru.
Donne biryaniThe Bengaluru-style donne biryani is a recurring favourite, with one reviewer calling it the best they had tried in Dubai.
Grand Swathi is a Karnataka and Andhra-style Indian restaurant in Al Karama, known for regional comfort food rather than generic South Indian fare. Reviews particularly point to ragi mudde with mutton curry and Bengaluru-style donne biryani.
View full business page →Tip: Order muddeFor the most distinctive Karnataka experience, try ragi mudde with saaru or mutton gravy.
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Biryani portionsMutton Dum Biryani delivery was praised for generous portions, strong taste and fast service.
Kolkata styleThe dum biryani is described as Kolkata-style, with potato, egg and chicken; the chicken roll was also praised.
Imperial Biryani is an Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Village Circle, presenting itself around Calcutta-style cuisine. Reviews point to biryani, chicken rolls and hearty curries, with both dine-in seating and home delivery available.
View full business page →Tip: Set spice levelAsk the waiter to adjust the spice level before ordering; one review says this was available for dine-in orders.
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Iranian grillsReviews highlight Iranian grilled food, with kebabs and mixed grills as the main draw.
Lemon tikkaThe lamb lemon tikka meat is singled out as a particularly enjoyable order.
Kabab Al Fareej is an Iranian and Emirati grill restaurant in Al Warqa, known mainly for kebabs and tikka. Reviews point to lamb lemon tikka, mixed grills and takeaway orders as useful reasons to consider it.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm plattersIf ordering a meat platter, ask beforehand that every listed item is included; one family said parts were missing.
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Parsi dishesThe Parsi menu is a real draw, with dhansak, farcha chicken and cutlet repeatedly praised for their distinctive flavours.
Juicy kebabsThe kebab platter and galauti kebab were described as tender, juicy and smoky, with staff happy to recommend dishes.
Kebab Bistro is an Indian restaurant in Al Karama with a strong Parsi-food identity alongside its grilled kebabs. Reviews point visitors toward dishes such as dhansak and the milk cake, while breakfast brings options including kheema pav and South Indian plates.
View full business page →Tip: Try dhansakIf Parsi food is new to you, start with mutton dhansak, served with lentil gravy and caramelised basmati rice.
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Mandi QualityMandi is praised for tender meat, fragrant rice and careful cooking, with both chicken and lamb receiving strong reviews.
Excellent HareesHarees stands out as a repeat-order favourite; one customer visits the mall specifically to buy it.
Freej Al Ain in Al Barsha is a casual restaurant for traditional Arabic food, with mandi and madfoon among the dishes customers return for. Reviews also point to harees, biryani and mixed grill, while seating is in the mall food-court area rather than a dedicated dining room.
View full business page →Tip: Use Food CourtPlan to eat at the mall tables in front of the restaurant rather than expecting a private dining area.
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