By rating and review confidence
Best Indian restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Homely kanjiKanji is the standout for several diners, with one reviewer pairing it with nathole and mathi fry.
Banana-leaf mealsThe Kerala lunch on banana leaf includes kalyana sambar, pachadi and coconut fish curry.
Red Pepper Restaurant - Al Qusais Branch serves Kerala and South Indian comfort food in Al Qusais، - Al Qusais 1. Customers especially mention its homely kanji and banana-leaf meals, alongside breakfast dishes, snacks and tea at generally reasonable prices.
View full business page →Tip: Try kanjiFor a first visit, consider kanji with nathole or mathi fry; these are specifically praised together.
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Kerala dishesReviews highlight Keralite favourites including fish Shappu curry, ghee rice with beef and appam.
24-hour accessThe restaurant is described as open around the clock, useful for late-night meals or early breakfasts.
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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Maharashtrian flavoursSeveral diners, including one visiting from Pune, described the food as authentically Maharashtrian, though experiences are not completely consistent.
Thali varietyThe menu includes well-liked vegetarian, fish, chicken and mutton thalis, with reviews especially praising non-vegetarian options.
Peshwa Restaurant Jebel Ali is an Indian restaurant in Jebel Ali Village focused on Maharashtrian food, from fish thalis and Kolhapuri chicken to snacks such as misal pav and vada pav. It also has a relaxed, family-friendly dining setting with Maharashtrian-themed cocktails.
View full business page →Tip: Check spiceAsk about heat before ordering: one diner found a spicy eggplant dish just right, while another called the misal pav and vada pav seriously spicy.
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SamosasSeveral reviews rate the samosa highly, including one calling it among the best in the UAE.
Sweet SelectionKaju sweets, gulab jamun and other mithai receive positive mentions, with one customer praising swift ordering and payment.
Puranmal is a vegetarian Indian restaurant and sweets shop in Discovery Gardens, with North and South Indian favourites alongside mithai. Reviews make the samosa, khandvi and some breakfast dishes worth considering, though quality and service can vary.
View full business page →Tip: Try SamosaFor a first visit, the samosa is one of the safer bets, with repeated positive mentions.
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Charcoal chickenThe charcoal chicken is repeatedly praised for being tender and juicy, with green chilli and pepper versions highlighted.
Mutton soupMutton soup is a reliable favourite in several reviews, including one customer who called it the restaurant’s best choice.
Eat and Drink Restaurant is an Indian restaurant in Al Barsha with a broad, casual menu suited to quick meals and takeaway. Reviews particularly point to the mutton soup and grilled or charcoal chicken, while fresh juices add an easy drink option.
View full business page →Tip: Avoid rushVisit outside evening rush if timing matters; one review says service becomes slower during busy evenings.
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Soft porottaPorotta is repeatedly recommended, including with beef roast or a beef combo.
Fast takeawayPickup can be ready ahead of schedule: one order promised in 15 minutes was ready in 10.
Palm Valley is a casual Indian cafeteria and restaurant in Al Nahda, known for budget-friendly meals and quick takeaway or delivery. Reviews point especially to its Kerala-style dishes, including Malabari chicken dum biriyani and soft porotta with beef roast.
View full business page →Tip: Try biryaniStart with Malabari chicken dum biriyani; one reviewer called it amazing, though extra rice is chargeable.
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Biryani depthHyderabadi chicken and mutton biryanis are praised for authentic flavour, aromatic rice and, in one review, tender mutton.
HaleemHaleem is repeatedly highlighted, including a lightly spicy version that one reviewer found suitable for all.
Deccan Biryani Abuhail is an Indian restaurant in Hor Al Anz focused on Hyderabadi cooking. Reviews most often point visitors towards the Hyderabadi biryani and haleem, with family seating and an on-site dining atmosphere also mentioned.
View full business page →Tip: Plan parkingParking in front is limited, so consider ordering ahead or allowing extra time when dining in.
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