There are many Emirati restaurants are opened in Dubai. they offered bread, pastries, camel burgers, and coffee. we’ve uncovered some of the best local drinks and dishes to try during your visit.
Food to try in Dubai
- Tahta malih
- Madrouba
- Thareed
- Kousa Mahshi
- Baba Ganoush
- Fatteh
- Kellaj
- Shawarma
- Chicken Saloona
- Al Harees
- Jasheed
- Falafel
- Meat Biryani
- Machboos
- Grilled seafood
- Knafeh
- Arabic mezze
- Mandi
- Sushi
- Lobster
- Hummus
- Shish Tawook
- Fatayer
- Ouzi
- Tabouleh
- Luqaimat
- Manousheh
- Grilled Halloumi
- Balaleet
- Al Machboosat
- Stuffed camel
- Mahalabiya
Luqaimat
These are hot dumplings, like doughnuts, They are served with date sauce and decorated with sesame seeds. You can have it with hot coffee.
Places to try
- The Arabian Tea House Restaurant and Cafe in Bastakiya
- Milas Restaurant at the Dubai Mall
- Al Fanar Restaurant and Café
- Humyum Restaurant
- Loqmato
Knafeh
This is the dish of Palestine, it is a sweet dish and very famous in UAE. It is made of dough, sugar syrup, and sour cheese. Cafes served it hot. During Ramadan, orders for this dessert can reach into the thousands per day, as people request it for iftar – the meal eaten by Muslims at sundown to break their fast
Places to try
- KUNAFA
- HAFIZ MUSTAFA 1864
- Nablus – Traditional Kanafeh
Camel
Camel meat is not eaten by locals of the UAE, but modern chefs in Dubai trying new recipes of camel biryani, camel burgers, and camel sliders. Camel milk is salty. It is lower in cholesterol, and rich in protein, iron, and vitamin C . Don’t drink camel milk try its ice cream. chefs make juicy patties of camel meat and place it in the bun put some sauces and salad, grill this burger, and serve it.
Places to try
- Arabian Tea House Restaurant & Cafe – Al Fahidi, Dubai
- Le Burger ( Dubai )
- Bossman’s Burger Factory
Thareed
Thareed is a specialty of Dubai, it is common in the Golf region and very popular in UAE. They make it with bread, socked vegetables, and meat. It is very rich in vitamins and protein. People served it on special occasions. It is considered a healthy food because it has plant protein.
Places to try
- Aseelah
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- Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
- Noor Al Mandi
Kousa Mahshi
It is stuffed with zucchini and courgettes wrapped in delicious flavors. it is a classic dish. It is the main course. zucchini and courgettes filled with rice, people love it. You should give it a try when you’re in Dubai.
Places to try
- Seven Sands
- Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
- Local Bites Café
Shawarma
it is a very delicious street food and very famous in the Middle East. It is made with chicken, lamb, and beef, cooked meat is placed within pita bread with Humus, vegetables, and sauces
It originated in Lebanon and Turkey and is now spread across the world. In Dubai, it is a popular street food. There are many restaurants and stalls in Dubai that offer street food. It is a very delicious and convenient option for quick meat. It is very famous throughout the world due to its delicious taste
Places to try
- Laffah Restaurant
- Al Mallah, Dubai
- Al Ijaza Cafeteria
- Al Safadi
- Belad Al Sham
Al Harees
It is the national dish and is considered a local dish of Dubai. it is made from meat and wheat usually chicken and lamb. It is slowly cooked in low flame in a clay pot or oven until it becomes creamy and smooth in texture. It is served on special occasions Festivals, family gatherings, and weddings.
Making of Harees is a very intensive process firstly wash, soak, and boil the wheat before start cooking. It is seasoned with pepper and salt sometimes they add cardamom and cinnamon to enhance the flavor. It is served hot with ghee or butter.
Places to try
- Harees Al Waldha, Abu Dhabi
- Al Hamar Kitchen
- Hardees and Mahashi Restaurant
- Al Qaiem Public Kitchen
Falafel
It is a food for vegetarians. It is a very satisfying and convenient go-to meal for vegetarians. It is found in any Dubai restaurants
It is made of chickpeas. Chickpea patty is deep fried and combined with different sauces and vegetables.
Places to try
- Operation Falafel
- Manoushe Street
- Zaroob
- Ka’ak Al Manara
- Flooka
- Al Humsani Restaurant
- Kris Kros Lebanon
- The Hummus House
- Karam Beirut
- Aroos Damascus
Grilled seafood
It is a very popular dish in Dubai, it consists of seafood, such as fish, calamari, lobsters, and shrimp they are marinated with many spices it is served with vegetables, salad, and rice
It is a good source of minerals, proteins, and vitamins. It is very low in fats and calories, by grilling its taste is enhanced and it gives a smokey flavor. It very satisfying and delicious food. It is available in food stalls and seafood restaurants in Dubai. it is served with sauces and dips such as tahini and Hummus.
Places to try
- Eat Greek
- Samad Al Iraqi restaurant
- Chival
- Nammos Dubai
- Palm Grill Beach Restaurant
Machboos
it is also called Kabsa. It is a popular rice dish. It is the national or traditional dish of UAE. It is an aromatic and savory and aromatic dish. It is made with rice and many spices. It is prepared with lamb, chicken, and fish and also prepared with seafood or vegetables
It is marinated with spices which include black pepper, salt, and cinnamon. add rice, vegetables, and tomatoes
add some water, and cook it on a low flame when rice is cooked serve it with yogurt.
Places to try
- AL Fanar Restaurant & cafe
- Dubai Festival City Mall
- Dogma
- Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant
- Arabian Tea House
