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5 Best Emirati Restaurants in #MyDubai, ranked by an Emirati

June 22, 2018

The most common question I’m asked by tourists, family or friends, coming from abroad or living in #MyDubai is,

Which restaurant in Dubai serves the best or most authentic Emirati food? or

I have family coming from abroad, I really want them to experience authentic Emirati food, where do I take them?

There’s a preconceived notion that Emirati food is just hummus or kebabs… well, it’s not. Did you know that’s actually Middle Eastern?

A few days ago, I posted a story on Instagram stating that I’m trying Emirati cuisine. Hebah Alblooshi, an Emirati follower of mine instantly messaged me stating that, that ISN’T Emirati food. I took that opportunity and asked her to create a round up of HER favorite restaurants that actually serve not just authentic, but delicious Emirati food.

Hebah has visited the below restaurants personally, and the ones she hasn’t been to, were personally recommended by her close and trusted family members, that share the same taste in food.

1. Al Fanar Restaurant & Café

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#Repost @nairuzg ・・・ Delicious and authentic Emirati food from @alfanarrestaurant! They have endless amounts of food choices, and just to spoil us some more, they recently added a new Special Menu that consists of several delicious grills! So much yum, so little belly! 😝 #alfanarrestaurant #alfanarspecialmenu #emiraticuisine

A post shared by Al Fanar Restaurant and Cafe (@alfanarrestaurant) on Oct 31, 2018 at 2:53am PDT

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How Emirati can a Kebab get? You have to try our Kebab Mafroom and Tekka bil Roob to find out. Marinated with special Emirati spices these dishes is on top of must try list. Head to one of our branches now to get a taste of it. Available 12 pm onwards at all our branches: DFC, Dubai Al Majaz, Sharjah Al Dhait North, Ras Al Khaimah Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi Souq Al Zafarana, Al Ain #AlFanarSpecialMenu #AlFanarRestaurant #kebab #tikka

A post shared by Al Fanar Restaurant and Cafe (@alfanarrestaurant) on Oct 14, 2018 at 6:20am PDT

Theme: Styled to look like an old-school Emirati house and showcases the historic Bedouin culture through its interiors
Locations in Dubai: Dubai Festival City and Town Center Jumeirah
Menu Offerings: Traditional Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Rating: 4/5
Average Cost: AED200 for 2 people

2. Arabian Tea House

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Behind its old walls are memories of the past that creates unforgettable experience in the present. Arabian Tea House is truly a hidden gem of this modern city, it does not only serve authentic local Emirati cuisine but it also promote and focuses Emirati culture and tradition. www.arabianteahouse.co #Arabianteahouse #arabianteahousethemall #Bastakiya #Emiraticuisine #Emiratitradition #traditionalrestaurant #localrestaurant #mydubai #amazingdubai❤️ #uae❤️ #dubaifinds #dubailiving #dxbfoodie #dxblife🇦🇪

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A perfect Emirati dinner for a curious appetite. Visit us @themalljumeirah and Bastakiya branch now. www.arabianteahouse.net 👉follow us on Zomato.com #arabianteahousethemall #arabianteahouse #arabic #emirati #emiratifood #traditionalfood #jumeirah #bastakiya #mydubai #amazingdubai #dubaifinds #dubailife #dxb #dxbfoodie #uaefood #uae #gulf #bbq #fish #grilled

A post shared by Arabian Tea House Restaurant (@arabianteahouse) on Jun 19, 2018 at 10:24am PDT

Theme: Old school vibes displayed through chairs, plating, and decor
Locations: The Bastakiya Bur Dubai branch feels more authentic due to the surroundings, but the one in Jumeirah feels fancier although it’s simple since it’s got a Burj Al Arab view
Menu Offerings:  Local Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
*Their Local Breakfast Tray is great. Add scrambled eggs with some tomato at the side, to get the full ‘Emirati breakfast’ experience.
Rating: 4/5
Average Cost: AED210 for 2 people

3. Logma

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What a Logma Iftar table looks like 😍 #RamadanKareem!

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Hello weekend! Time to sit back on the #LogmaDubaiMall terrace and enjoy the view!

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Theme: A restaurant serving local cuisine with some ‘fusion’
Locations: Box Park and The Dubai Mall
Menu offerings: Offers delicious local breakfast with a wide array of salads, rice dishes, etc that has a fusion ‘twist’ with a middle eastern touch.
Rating: Haven’t visited this place yet, but close ones have given great feedback
Average Cost: AED185 for 2 people

Comment: I, Naomi, have visited this place and I can vouch for how amazing their food is. Do try their logma fries, khaleeji chicken wings, paratha bites (basically paratha tacos stuffed with meat of your choice) and any of their rice dishes based on their palate.

4. Hum Yum

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@humyum ❤️ #uae #dubai #jumeirah #humyum #هم_يم #دبي #ريوق #رقاق #جميرا #مطعم #كوفي شعبي #بلاليط #خبز #شاي #لقيمات #عسل #كرك #breakfast #reqaq #karak #tea #food #love #coffee

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#repost @ms.blue_eyes بالعافية @humyum #uae #dubai #jumeirah #humyum #هم_يم #دبي #ريوق #رقاق #لقيمات #عسل #كرك #breakfast #reqaq #karak #tea #food

A post shared by مطعم هم يم ( علامه مسجله ) (@humyum) on Jan 6, 2018 at 10:06pm PST

Theme: Cozy relaxed vibe, local style quick bites with the addition of paratha and chapati
Location: Kite Beach, Umm Sequim and Hor Al Anz
Menu Offerings: Local bread with different fillings (expect parathas and chappatis that have been a part of the local traditions).
Rating: Haven’t visited this place yet, but close ones have given great feedback.
Average Cost: AED80 for 2 people

5. Cultural Center: Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding

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Our senior presenter @rashid_68s leads today’s cultural conversation and #breakfast #opendoorsopenminds #emirates #food #foodblogger #foodie #foodielife #different #experience #keeptraveling #public #open #openmyworld

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#Repost @sporta_group with @get_repost ・・・ Culturally enlightening afternoon at @smccudubai . @thekingsschoolcanterbury’s netball girls asked loads of questions and learnt a lot! #dubai #mydubai #netball #netballtour #culture #uae #opendoorsopenminds @smccudubai

A post shared by SMCCU (@smccudubai) on Feb 10, 2018 at 7:49am PST

Theme: Cultural Understanding providing authentic cultural experience
Location: Near Bastakiya
Menu Offerings: Traditional Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner as part of the Local Understanding
Rating: 4/5
Average Cost: Adults: Breakfast AED120, Brunch AED150, Lunch AED130, Dinner AED150
Children: 0-6 free, 7-12 years of age Breakfast AED60, Brunch AED75, Lunch AED65, Dinner AED75

Comment: I’ve been here twice as part of a university experience. The dining experience is actually highly informative and quite interactive.


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4 comments

Zara July 10, 2018 - 10:00 AM

Great post indeed. Pictures you enabled here are really amazing.

Gurpreet July 3, 2019 - 1:49 PM

Wow. I am bookmarking this post. Covering these many will probably take 10-15 weekends. Might add a few inches on the waist

Naomi D’Souza July 8, 2019 - 9:19 AM

Haha that’s great 😉 Happy eating!

Mani Kaler December 21, 2019 - 1:23 AM

I have been to Yum Hum and Al Fanar so Far. The Hummus is always my favourite in Arabic Cuisine, will try other three as well hopefully in this winter season.

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