By rating and review confidence
Best Pakistani restaurants in Dubai
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Mutton biryaniThe mutton biryani is praised for aromatic rice, tender meat and a consistently satisfying taste.
Waterfront viewsOutdoor tables can give you an evening waterside setting with views towards JLT and Marina towers.
Dum Pukht is a Pakistani restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, known in reviews for its mutton biryani, haleem and desi comfort food. You can dine indoors or choose outdoor seating by the water, where reviewers mention JLT and Marina high-rise views; service and food quality, however, are uneven.
View full business page →Tip: Choose winterTry the outdoor seating in cooler weather; one reviewer specifically preferred it for winter evenings.
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Bun kebabsBun kebabs have kept returning customers for years, with one reviewer saying they have eaten them here for 15 years.
KhaosaChicken khaosa is repeatedly praised, including by a reviewer who found it unexpectedly close to an authentic taste.
Emly Chilli is a Pakistani restaurant in Oud Metha built around casual desi street food. Reviews especially point to its bun kebabs, paratha rolls and khaosa, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery available for family meals or quick cravings.
View full business page →Tip: Choose rollsIf it is your first visit, consider a beef or chicken Bihari roll; it received the strongest rating in one menu comparison.
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Daal ChannaDaal Channa fried has a particularly loyal fan, who rates it above the restaurant’s karahi dishes.
Rahoo FishOne reviewer specifically calls the Rahoo fish one of the best available in Dubai.
Haram Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Satwa, known in reviews for hearty traditional dishes rather than a polished setting. Mutton kadai, breakfast plates and Daal Channa fried are among the clearest reasons to stop by, with takeaway and delivery also available.
View full business page →Tip: Avoid RushTry visiting off-peak if timing matters; one regular says orders need repeated reminders from waiters.
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Family SeatingThe upstairs family area is well maintained and has hosted larger gatherings, including a party for 12 adults.
Traditional DishesNihari, haleem and mutton paaya give you alternatives to the restaurant’s better-known biryani.
Pak Liyari Restaurant Muteena Branch in Al Muteena is a budget-friendly Pakistani restaurant known especially for richly spiced biryani, with beef and chicken versions mentioned often. It also gives families a second-floor seating area and serves traditional dishes such as haleem and nihari.
View full business page →Tip: Bring CashBring cash because one reviewer says the branch does not accept cards.
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Karachi RollsThe chicken and Karachi-style rolls are praised for juicy fillings, balanced spice and fresh chutneys.
Shinwari KarahiMutton and chicken Shinwari karahi are repeatedly described as flavorful and well cooked.
Chutney & Roll is a Pakistani restaurant in Jumeirah Village Circle serving Karachi-style rolls, chaat, biryani and traditional dishes. Reviews especially point to the well-seasoned rolls with complimentary chutneys, plus a cosy, polished setting for family meals and gatherings.
View full business page →Tip: Try ChutneysAsk for the complimentary sauces with your roll; aloo bukhara and green mint were singled out.
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Lahori flavoursThe Lahori shawarma is described as tender and well-seasoned, with warm pita, garlic sauce and spicy pickles.
Breakfast platesBreakfast includes substantial Pakistani options such as nihari with kulcha, halva puri, chanay and qeema paratha.
Grand Haveli Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Barsha serving traditional dishes alongside Lahori-style favourites. Reviews point to the chicken and mutton karahis, Lahori shawarma and breakfast plates such as nihari with kulcha as strong reasons to visit.
View full business page →Tip: Try breakfastVisit for breakfast if you enjoy nihari, halva puri and qeema paratha; the breakfast menu is a recurring highlight.
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Chapli KababChapli kabab is repeatedly singled out as a tasty order, including by a reviewer who called it delicious.
Metro AccessIts location beside the metro is useful for commuters and diners travelling through the area.
New Pak Special Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Hor Al Anz, known in reviews for dishes such as chapli kabab and mutton biryani. Its metro-side location and family seating make it convenient, though service and cleanliness can vary noticeably.
View full business page →Tip: Allow TimeAvoid tight schedules, especially for delivery or morning orders: one customer waited over an hour and a half.
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Pakistani VarietyThe menu has enough variety to suit different Pakistani-food cravings.
BarbecueBarbecue is singled out as one of the restaurant’s strongest choices.
Lahori Darbar is a Pakistani restaurant in Al Quoz serving familiar dishes such as mutton Balti, biryani and traditional curries. Reviews make it worth considering for strongly flavoured food at affordable prices, though service and cleanliness can be inconsistent.
View full business page →Tip: Avoid SundaysTry visiting outside Sunday peak periods, as one review says the restaurant is often busy then.
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