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Best Indian restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Friendly serviceStaff are repeatedly described as warm, courteous and attentive, including support for family dinners and order requests.
Home-style foodSeveral diners say the food tastes homemade, with North Indian flavours that feel familiar rather than overly heavy.
Bhoujan Restaurant is an Indian restaurant in Motor City with a broad North Indian and desi-Chinese menu. Reviews point to generous, home-style meals, with butter chicken, dahi puri and clay-pot biryani among the dishes customers return for.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm spiceAsk the kitchen to confirm how a less-spicy dish will be prepared; two customers said those requests were ignored.
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Grilled fishSea bream and other grilled fish are repeatedly praised, with one diner calling it the best grilled fish they had tried.
Charcoal flavourChicken charcoal is described as rich, smoky and well-cooked, with pepper chicken charcoal also receiving strong praise.
Look Taste Restaurant is an Indian restaurant in Al Twar with a Kerala-leaning menu, from chicken biryani and evening snacks to charcoal dishes and fish specials. Reviews most consistently point to the grilled fish and chicken charcoal, while the casual setting suits an unfussy lunch or family meal.
View full business page →Tip: Dine inFor meals, consider dining in rather than taking away; one reviewer felt the takeaway version did not compare.
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What people like
Live musicSingers take song requests, with Bollywood, classical and ghazal music shaping the evening.
Balanced volumeThe music is lively but several diners found it comfortable enough to hold a conversation.
Gharana Indian Restaurant in Al Barsha pairs Indian dining with live singers, including Bollywood, classical and ghazal performances. It is a particularly appealing choice for an evening meal, family gathering or celebration where the music matters as much as the food.
View full business page →Tip: Request songsBring a favourite song request; diners say the musicians accept requests during the performance.
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What people like
BreakfastBreakfast favourites include idli, vada, dosa and idiyappam, with several reviewers returning regularly for the morning meals.
Dosa RangePaper masala dosa, rava masala dosa and ghee roast masala dosa are repeatedly singled out, with chutney and sambar served alongside.
Amma’s is a Tamil-style South Indian and Chettinad restaurant in Al Karama, known in reviews for homely meals, dosas and Tamil Nadu-style biryani. Breakfast is a major draw, while its compact dining room also handles takeaway and event snack orders.
View full business page →Tip: Try BreakfastGo for breakfast if you want the strongest theme in the reviews: idli, vada, dosa and other South Indian morning dishes.
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What people like
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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What people like
South IndianMasala dosa, idly, vada and sambar are repeatedly mentioned, with the dosa receiving especially strong praise.
Festive ThaliThe Onam Thali included Kerala dishes such as sambar, rasam, parippu curry, erissery, papadam and payasam.
MyGovindas is a vegetarian Indian restaurant in Deira, close to the Gold Souk, with a broad menu spanning South Indian favourites and festive thalis. Dosa, vegan-friendly dishes and occasional special menus such as the Onam Thali give visitors plenty to explore.
View full business page →Tip: Check IngredientsAsk before ordering about onions, garlic and underground vegetables if Jain dietary rules matter to you.
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What people like
Spice flexibilityThe kitchen accommodated a less-spicy request, including a salad and mixed platter that suited a guest who avoids hot food.
Pomfret dishThe Tandoori Standing Pomfret was described as a large, fleshy fish with balanced marination and delicately grilled meat.
The Yellow Chilli is a Sanjeev Kapoor Indian restaurant in Al Mankhool, with a menu that moves from North Indian classics to more distinctive creations. Reviews point to the Tandoori Standing Pomfret and samosa chaat as useful starting points, while the restaurant also handles larger event orders.
View full business page →Tip: Request milder spiceIf you avoid hot food, ask for a less-spicy preparation; one review says this worked well for the salad and mixed platter.
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What people like
Strong appamAppam received repeated praise, including alongside chicken tikka and other Kerala dishes.
Vegetarian optionsPaneer tikka was described as soft and smoky, while the veg biryani was aromatic and generously portioned.
Kairali is a Kerala-themed Indian restaurant and bar in Barsha Heights, known for homestyle dishes such as mutton masala and mutton pepper. Reviews also point to appam, Kerala seafood and a drinks-led atmosphere, making it more suited to casual meals or evenings with friends than a traditional family restaurant visit.
View full business page →Tip: Manage spiceIf you do not usually eat spicy food, ask for a milder preparation when ordering.
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