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Best North Indian restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Thali varietyA group of 10 enjoyed Punjabi, Indian and Gujarati thalis, noting different sabjis, ample portions and good variety.
Homely flavoursSeveral regulars describe the vegetarian food as fresh, comforting and close to home-cooked meals.
Swades is a pure vegetarian Indian restaurant in Discovery Gardens, with regional dishes ranging from Punjabi and Gujarati thalis to South Indian favourites. Reviews make it appealing for homely meals, especially the Punjabi thali, vada pav and Gujarati snacks, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery all mentioned.
View full business page →Tip: Try snacksFor a lighter visit, consider vada pav, Gujarati farsan or fresh pav rather than a full thali.
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Custom DesignsCelebration cakes repeatedly matched reference photos and detailed requests, including Moana, football and Mickey themes.
Fresh TextureCustomers describe the cakes as fresh, soft, moist and light, with sweetness that is often well balanced.
Occasions Confectionary LLC is a cake shop and café in Dubai Marina, known for bespoke celebration cakes that closely follow customers’ reference designs. Reviews also point to fresh, light cakes, including Dutch truffle and red velvet, plus a relaxed café setting for coffee and desserts.
View full business page →Tip: Send PhotosShare a reference image and spell out small details; reviewers say the finished cakes closely matched their requested designs.
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What people like
Masala DosaOne reviewer found the masala dosa perfectly crisp and flavorful, alongside enjoyable coffee.
Pav BhajiPav bhaji is specifically recommended by a reviewer who enjoyed the North Indian flavours.
Sandesh is a pure-vegetarian restaurant and sweets shop in Muhaisnah, with North and South Indian dishes alongside Indian desserts. Reviews make it especially worth considering for chaat, pav bhaji, masala dosa and fresh sweets, with family seating and on-site parking also mentioned.
View full business page →Tip: Specify SpiceTell the staff how spicy you want chaat; one reviewer says extra sweet sauce may otherwise be added.
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What people like
Generous PortionsThe thalis are described as filling, with some reviewers noting that most items can be refilled.
Lake SettingThe JLT setting includes views and seating beside the lake, adding a pleasant backdrop to a casual meal.
Sagar Ratna is a vegetarian Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with a strong focus on Rajasthani and North Indian cooking. Reviews make the Marwari thali and dal baati churma especially worth considering, with homely flavours and generous portions often mentioned.
View full business page →Tip: Start ThaliFor a first visit, the Marwari thali is the clearest introduction to the restaurant’s Rajasthani cooking.
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What people like
Grilled ChickenThe grilled chicken with kuboos, channa paste and green chutney is praised for its flavour and satisfying combination.
Kerala BreakfastPuttu with green peas masala, omelette and tea was described as soft, coconut-rich comfort food and good value.
Green Land Restaurant in Al Karama serves a broad Indian and Kerala-focused menu alongside Arabian dishes. Reviews highlight the charcoal-grilled chicken, Kerala comfort food such as puttu and porotta, and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating.
View full business page →Tip: Check ChickenBefore eating charcoal chicken, check that it is fully cooked; one diner reported bleeding chicken after a 30-minute wait.
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What people like
24-hour accessThe restaurant is described as open around the clock, useful for late-night meals or early breakfasts.
Budget combosA regular customer says the restaurant introduces budget-friendly combo meals that make a filling lunch or dinner easier on the wallet.
New Green City Star Restaurant is a 24-hour Indian restaurant in Bur Dubai, with a strong Kerala and South Indian presence. Reviews point to it for dishes such as chicken biryani, grilled chicken and appam, plus casual tea-and-snack visits.
View full business page →Tip: Allow timeFor delivery or busy dine-in periods, build in extra time; one review records a 40-minute wait just to be served.
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What people like
Bar B QBar B Q fish is repeatedly mentioned as fresh and tasty, with chicken char kol also singled out.
Daal DishesDaal Maash, mix daal and karela are distinctive options that regulars return for.
Pardesi Darbar Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Satwa serving desi favourites for dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviews point to Bar B Q fish, chicken char kol, Chapli Kebab and hearty daal as useful places to start, with breakfast and late-night dining also mentioned.
View full business page →Tip: Order DaalFor a less typical choice, try Daal Maash or mix daal; regulars also pair daal with karela.
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