By rating and review confidence
Best Vegetarian restaurants in Dubai
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What people like
Homestyle cookingSeveral diners describe the food as fresh, simple and close to Maharashtrian home cooking.
ThalipeethThe thalipeeth was rated the best item in one order and was large enough for two people.
Manisha's Kitchen is a pure-vegetarian Marathi restaurant in Al Karama serving traditional Maharashtrian food. It is worth considering for homestyle plates such as thalipeeth, puran poli thalis and regional drinks including sol kadhi, though portion sizes and consistency can vary.
View full business page →Tip: Share thalipeethConsider sharing the thalipeeth: one diner found its size suitable for two people.
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South Indian staplesSoft idlis, authentic filter coffee and well-liked benne dosa make the South Indian menu a strong draw.
Menu rangeThe menu covers both North and South Indian cooking, including thali meals, dosas and paneer dishes.
Gurukrupa Vegetarian Restaurant is a pure-vegetarian Indian restaurant in Al Karama, with both South and North Indian dishes on the menu. Reviews point to filter coffee, mini tiffin, benne dosa and thali meals as useful starting points, alongside a clean, family-friendly dining room.
View full business page →Tip: Try dosaStart with benne dosa or garlic roast dosa; both receive notably strong dish-specific recommendations.
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Fresh GuacThe house guacamole stands out, with reviewers noting fresh ingredients and distinctive onion ash.
Warm AtmosphereThe small dining room and open kitchen create a relaxed, home-style setting.
El Moreno Taqueria is a family-owned Mexican restaurant in Nad Al Sheba, with a small, cozy dining room and open-kitchen setup. Customers come for dishes such as quesabirria tacos and fresh guacamole, plus house drinks like horchata.
View full business page →Tip: Plan ParkingAllow extra time to park; one reviewer found spaces and walked about five minutes.
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Lake SeatingOutdoor tables and full-height windows provide a lake-facing setting in JLT.
Tandoori DhoklaTandoori dhokla is a standout creation: soft dhokla cubes grilled with tandoori seasoning and a noticeable mustard flavour.
Spice Kraft JLT is a pure-vegetarian Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the lake. Reviews point to its broad North Indian, chaat and Indo-Chinese menu, with tandoori dhokla and Punjabi thali among the more distinctive choices.
View full business page →Tip: Check BillReview every charge before paying; one customer reported an unexplained 35AED addition to the bill.
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Pani puriThe pani puri is repeatedly praised, and the kitchen can adjust it to your preferred level of spice.
Vegetarian choiceReviews highlight a broad pure-vegetarian menu, including Indian thali and Jain options.
Gangour Sweets JLT is a pure-vegetarian Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with street-food chaats, dosas, North Indian dishes and sweets. Reviews make the pani puri, khasta kachori and dessert counter especially tempting for a quick meal or a relaxed catch-up.
View full business page →Tip: Customise spiceAsk the chef to tailor the pani puri or chutney to your taste; this is useful if you want extra spice or less heat.
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Dubai nostalgiaLong-time customers describe it as a Dubai classic, with the same familiar taste and old-school atmosphere.
Generous toppingsThe Supremo, Mexicana and Margarita pizzas were described as heavily topped, with melted cheese and thin- or pan-crust choices.
Pizza Corner is a long-running pizzeria in Al Karama, with a menu extending beyond pizza. Reviews point to the Supremo pizza and garlic bread with cheese as standout orders, while the old-school atmosphere and family memories are part of the appeal.
View full business page →Tip: Rest the pizzaFor takeaway, one regular recommends letting the pizza sit for 10–15 minutes before eating because they preferred it that way.
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