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Best Asian restaurants in Dubai
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Authentic MenuLongtime diners value traditional dishes beyond sushi, including Goya Chanpuru, Tonkatsu and noodle soups.
Teppanyaki SetsThe set menu can be a full meal, covering seafood, steak, fried rice and dessert cooked in front of you.
Kiku is a traditional Japanese restaurant in Al Garhoud, inside Le Meridien, with a sushi bar and teppanyaki table. Reviews make it especially useful for classic dishes such as sashimi lunch and katsu curry, with tatami-style seating for a quieter, more traditional meal.
View full business page →Tip: Check OpeningCheck current opening status before travelling; a July review reported a temporary renovation closure.
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Filipino flavourSeveral diners say the food tastes like what they know from the Philippines, making it appealing for Filipino comfort food.
BulaloBulalo receives a particularly strong mention for its serving size and value.
Al Barsha Mang Inasal is a Filipino restaurant in Al Barsha serving familiar Filipino comfort food. Reviews point to the grilled chicken inasal and bulalo as worthwhile starting points, while halo-halo and other Filipino sweets give you a traditional dessert option.
View full business page →Tip: Check deliveryFor delivery, verify the bag before settling in: one AED 24 Pechong Inasal order contained rice but no chicken.
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Spice controlYou can ask for a different spice level, while those who enjoy serious heat say the spicy dishes genuinely deliver.
Sambal varietyThe red sambal and several other sambal choices are repeatedly praised for adding strong, distinctive flavour.
The Little Bali is an Indonesian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers serving regional dishes with a notably authentic, spice-forward character. Reviews point to Nasi Goreng, red sambal and Balinese favourites such as Bebek Betutu, alongside friendly service and lake-side seating.
View full business page →Tip: Check heatAsk for your preferred spice level before ordering; “spicy” can mean genuinely hot here.
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BBQ ValueThe reported AED 69 unlimited BBQ deal includes rice, sides, iced tea and okonomiyaki.
Tender BeefBeef is a standout for several diners, with one reviewer calling it soft and delicious.
Shogun is a Korean restaurant in Deira known for table-grilled BBQ, including beef bulgogi and samgyeopsal. Its unlimited BBQ deal, generous side dishes and group-friendly setup make it worth considering, though service and grill ventilation can be inconsistent.
View full business page →Tip: Try SixAsk about the refillable banchan selection; one review specifically mentions six refillable dishes.
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Persian classicsReviewers praise the tender kebabs, flavorful rice and traditional dishes as genuinely Persian.
Sangak breadFresh sesame-topped Sangak is served with meals and sold separately at the sweets shop.
Grand Abshar Restaurant & sweet is a Persian restaurant in Umm Suqeim with a spacious, vintage-style dining room. Reviews highlight its chelo kabab, freshly baked Sangak bread, Iranian sweets and occasional live music, making it a flexible choice for family meals, gatherings or a relaxed tea stop.
View full business page →Tip: Try SangakOrder the Sangak bread with your meal; reviewers also say it can be bought separately.
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Juicy kebabsCustomers describe the kebabs as juicy, smoky and generously flavoured, making BBQ the safest starting point.
Bihari botiThe beef bihari boti is repeatedly singled out, including alongside puri paratha as a particularly strong pairing.
Al Haaj Bundoo Khan Restaurant is a Pakistani restaurant in Oud Metha, with a strong focus on BBQ and traditional comfort food. Reviews especially point to the beef bihari boti, seekh kebab, nihari and breakfast dishes such as halwa puri.
View full business page →Tip: Avoid peakVisit outside weekend rushes if possible; the dining room is small and weekend crowding can mean a wait.
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Outdoor settingThe terrace has relaxing views, cool breezes and even the sound of water beside some tables.
Strong mezzeHummus, vine leaves and fattoush receive particularly good feedback, with one diner calling the fattoush very authentic.
Al Mandaloun is a Lebanese restaurant in DIFC, with indoor and outdoor seating, shisha, and daily delivery from 8:00am to 2:00am. Reviews highlight its manakeesh, grills, mezze and terrace setting, making it useful for a business lunch, relaxed meal or Lebanese dishes to share.
View full business page →Tip: Choose outdoorsAsk for an outdoor table in cooler weather if you want the view, breeze and water sounds mentioned by diners.
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Mixed grillsMixed grill platters let diners sample several Iranian-style grilled meats, and reviewers describe them as tasty and good value.
Family mealsReviews mention the restaurant for family lunches, dinners and small parties, making it more than just a takeaway stop.
Kabab Fareej is an Iranian grill restaurant in Al Wasl, known in reviews for juicy kebabs, mixed grills and generous rice platters. It suits a casual family meal or delivery order, with outdoor seating and skyline views mentioned by several diners.
View full business page →Tip: Try mixed grillOrder the mixed grill if you want to sample several meats rather than choosing one kebab.
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Signature dishesDragon Chicken and chicken hot pot rice were singled out as the favourites in one detailed meal.
Good portionsSeveral diners found the portions generous, including a review that specifically praised the serving sizes.
Dragon Empire is a casual Chinese restaurant in Oud Metha focused on Indo-Chinese and wider Pan-Asian dishes. Reviews point to Dragon Chicken and Manchow soup as useful starting points, while the small, family-friendly setting also works for team lunches, catering, or a relaxed meal.
View full business page →Tip: Allow timeAvoid a rushed visit, especially at weekends, as reviews mention slow service and limited staffing.
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Momo optionsChicken fried momos, jhol momos and other momo dishes receive specific praise from returning and first-time diners.
Hearty mainsChicken curry was described as flavourful and creamy, while Chicken Pathani Handi and soft laccha paratha also stood out.
Mumbai Multi Food is a North Indian restaurant in Al Karama with a menu that spans Mumbai-style street food and broader Indian cooking. Reviews point to chicken momos, chicken curries and buffet spreads as some of the more useful things to consider ordering.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm platterFor the half-kg mixed platter, confirm which sides are included before paying; one review says the advertised accompaniments were refused.
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