Dine at Dhow Cruise

Indulge yourself in a 2 hour long dinner cruise at a floating restaurant in Deira for an unforgettable experience. It is a true feast for your eyes as you take in the stunning view of Dubai marina adorned with shimmering skylight. A global buffet including Arabic specialities is presented at the cruise to welcome everyone.
To keep you entertained while on board live ‘Tanura’ dance performance is also scheduled. Immerse yourself in the moment with soothing music in the background and sound of water beneath you. Book in advance to ensure a smooth time as the ticket is subject to availability.
Timings: Pickup Timings between 6:45 pm to 07:45 pm
Departure Timing around 8:30pm
Location: Dubai Marina
What to Eat: Beef stroganoff, humus, grilled seafood, etc
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Absolute Barbecues Deira

Also known as AB’s, it is a casual dining restaurant in Deira that offers a unique experience to the visitors. Live barbeque that can be enjoyed even indoors makes this place standout. For a barbeque lover it is a slice of heaven on earth. The menu has multiple cuisines and includes several choices for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians to welcome everyone.
Barbeque buffet, live grilling on your table are some of the specialties of AB’s. This place doesn’t only offer you a meal, it provides you a wholesome experience with the best live barbeque. It is certainly a great place to host birthday parties
Timings: 12-3pm; 6-10pm
Location: Mezzanine floor Centurion Star Tower Deira - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Bbq mix grill live on table, Butter chicken, Crispy corn, Fried ice cream, etc
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Gazebo Restaurant

It is a restaurant chain operating majorly in Dubai having several outlets located in easily accessible locations throughout the city. This restaurant in Deira takes pride in its ‘Dum Pukht’ cooking style which is used to impart flavor in every grain of the food prepared through this method.
It has an impressive menu which offers more than 30 types of biryanis, over 45 kebabs, about 80 curries and the list goes on. Each and every dish served here is a masterpiece in itself. Key highlights of the place are; it’s warm ambience, soothing music in the background and availability of a private dining room. It is a casual dining place serving Indian cuisine with a royal touch.
Timings:10am - 12am
Location: Deira City Centre - Al Ittihad Rd - Port Saeed - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Burrah Chops Biryani, Paya Yakhni Shorba, Malpua with Rabdi
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Caravan Restaurant
This restaurant near Deira city center is popular among local Indians and Asians living in Dubai. Caravan offers plenty of variety in the menu from Arabic to Chinese cuisine. Located in Hamarain center, this place offers a great casual dining experience with its simple yet stylistic decor, and is usually bustling with activity throughout the week.
Do not miss out on Mutton Rogan Josh and Chicken reshmi kebab on your visit. Delivery services by the restaurant are extended to its customers so that you can enjoy their delicious food at the comfort of your home.
Timings: 7am - 12am
Location: Hamarain center, Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Kebabs, Buffet
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Paul Bakery & Restaurant

Paul’s restaurant is a compilation of traditional recipes and cooking methods passed down through 5 generations, creating a brand for itself across the world. The menu here presents french food in the most artistic form of carefully preserving authenticity.
Paul’s restaurant offers a specially dedicated breakfast menu for you to enjoy the classic french breakfast, i.e. croissant and coffee, in one of the finest bakeries in the world. Passion for bread making and maintaining the quality of food are the core values of Paul’s, intended to give you only the best of French cuisine.
Timings: Saturday to Wednesday 8:30am - 11:30pm
Thursday to Friday 8am - 12am
Location: Deira City Centre - Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Pain au chocolat, Flan coco, Escargot raisins, etc
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New Generation Restaurant
This restaurant in Deira is well known for a quality food experience. They serve primarily Indian cuisine with several choices from both North Indian as well as South Indian regions. Few Chinese dishes are also included in the menu to add variety. You are sure to appreciate the casual dining experience on your visit.
Choose from a wide variety of dishes based on mutton, chicken, beef and even fish & vegetables from the provided menu. It is a humble place serving delicious food, make sure you try their Biryanis for a wholesome meal.
Timings: 6-12am
Location: 12 23 A St - Deira - Al Rigga - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Chicken Naadan curry, Dosa set, Gobhi manchurian, Mutton biryani
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P.F. Chang's

This famous chain has their Dubai outlet in the Deira city center mall. From appetizers to entrees to main course to coffee they serve a large selection of freshly prepared food. Every dish is made from scratch here so that it tastes the best and the quality is superior.
They embrace and celebrate the ancient traditional wok cooking style in each of their restaurants. Don’t forget to try their perfectly crafted hand rolled dimsums and chicken noodle soup to satiate your appetite. Guests can enjoy both vegetarian and non vegetarian options here in the restaurant. P.F. Chang’s is perfect for a casual outing with friends, family and your loved one.
Timings: 11am - 12am
Location: City Centre Deira
What to Eat: Dynamite Shrimp, Mongolian beef, Sesame chicken
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Shabestan Restaurant

This is one of the oldest Persian restaurants in Deira where you can enjoy traditional Iranian cuisine with folk music playing in the background. Their specialties include Baghali Polo-ba-Mahiche, Tikka khodmooni, Khoresht-e-Bamia, etc all authentics from the Persian cuisine.
The restaurant houses a vibrant and stylish interior perfectly complementing the food. Either dine in the restaurant with a calming sight of Deira creek or takeaway the delicious food offered by Shabestan. For entertainment they also host belly dancing performances.
Timings: 12:30pm - 11pm
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
What to Eat: Lamb kebab, Chelo kebab
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Shokudo Restaurant
Authentic Korean and Japanese cuisine is served in this restaurant near Deira city center. A warm earthy decor welcomes you as you enter through the main door. Whether you love Japanese cuisine or you are trying it for the first time, this place won’t disappoint you. Chefs here have skillfully molded authentic cuisine to suit a more general palate.
You can enjoy your meal the traditional Japanese way, by grilling meat & vegetables on a tabletop grill at your table. ‘Unlimited food packages’ and ‘All you can eat Sushi’ add value to your dining experience. The restaurant offers delivery and curbside pickup/takeaway for its customers. Keeping in mind the beliefs of certain groups, only ‘Halal’ meat is served at Shokudo.
Timings: 12pm - 12am
Location: DEIRA - 34th St - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Sushi platters, Kimchi, Takoyaki, etc
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Xian Tang Lou Restaurant

Xian Tang Lou is an authentic Chinese restaurant near Deira city center which serves delicious fresh preparations. The ambience of this restaurant is kept classic with traditional red color which helps to create a truly authentic experience for the visitors.
Specialties of Xian Tang Lao restaurant include: Mongolian style Hot Pot, Shanghai Xiaolongbao and handmade wontons. Do not miss out on these delectable handmade wontons and their seafood as the use of Chinese herbs to season and marinate the meat enhances the flavor of dishes making them extremely rich in taste.
Timings: 12pm - 12am
Location: Centurion Star Tower Port Saeed , Deira Dubai Near Deira City Center Metro Behind Day to Day Hypermarket Deira City Center Area - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Crispy Beijing roast duck, Barbeque squid sticks, egg fried noodles
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Najaf Restaurant

Najaf restaurant serves authentic and great quality food from Kerala, a famous region for food in Southern India. In order to provide their guests with a greater variety, they also serve North Indian and Chinese dishes in their menu.
You can visit Najaf’s to curb your nostalgic heart and feast in this restaurant near Deira city center; their motto is to use fresh ingredients for a high quality meal. Chefs at Najaf have expertise when it comes to chicken preparations, they are the best this place has to offer and a must try for every non vegetarian. Modest interior of the restaurant makes the place look quite spacious.
Timings: 6:30am - 1am
Location: 207 Abu Baker Al Siddique Rd - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Chicken Baroda, Chicken 65, Alfam chicken
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Deira Village Restaurant
This restaurant embraces the ‘Desi’ or indigenous vibe as suggested in the name; by sharing a glimpse of Indian roots and its culture. A grand display here features an Indian charpoy, a bed traditionally made by binding jute ropes to a wooden frame, and some colorful bolsters to capture the spirit of the rural areas.
Indian, Pakistani, as well as Continental cuisine, is served here; on your visit be sure to try the famous barbeque & kebabs. Non vegetarian preparations here are made only from ‘Halal’ meat. Fitness fanatics can find refuge in the variety of salads available on the menu.
Timings: 11am - 11pm
Location: Level M, 4th &17th Street Corner, Rigga Al Buteen, Near Deira Clock Tower - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Kebabs, Chicken tikka, etc
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Talk Hang Restaurant

Talk Hang restaurant near Deira city center serves a wide variety of seafood along with additions from Filipino cuisine. Decor here features creative elements of art along with ambient lights and cozy vibes, which give this place a modern edge making it perfect to enjoy a casual outing with family or grabbing a quick bite on the way to your next stop.
Talk hang restaurant is quite famous for their mastery of grilled items offered in the menu, do try these outstanding delicacies on your visit. You are sure to be amazed by the great food with good service of this place.
Timings: 10am - 12am
Location: Port Saeed Tower B Centurion Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Filipino booddle dish, grilled lobster, Cajun crabs, etc
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World of Curries
Well known for Indian and Pan Asian cuisine in Deira, World of Curries also offers some options in international cuisine. It is a perfect place to enjoy quality time with your familys. Welcoming ambience of this place adds warmth to your experience and you can also choose to enjoy your meals in an open area in outdoor seating which makes this a great place to host parties.
On your visit you will be delighted to see the cleanliness and hygiene this restaurant maintains. Easy access for a wheelchair is a plus.
Location: Deira Enrichment Project -????? ????? ???? - Al Khaleej Road 110, Deira Afraa Plaza - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Tom Yam Goong soup, Butter Chicken with Rice/Paratha, Lamb Rogan Josh
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Al Sheraa Fisheries Center
Al Sheraa is one of the best known restaurants in Deira offering delicious seafood to its visitors. Relaxed vibe adds a distinct character to the ambience of this restaurant and makes it a great place to enjoy a laid back meal by yourself or with some friends.
Serving fresh catches of seafood in their dining space is the prime focus of Al Sheraa. Their menu offers several options to choose from soups, salads, starters, main course and so much more. Make sure to try the special cocktail ‘Al Sheera cocktail’ and shawarmas on your visit.
Timings: 11:30am - 12am
Location: 78CC+25R - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Fattouch, Shrimps soup, Hummus with Shawarma, Fish fingers, etc
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Chili's - DCC

This is a great restaurant in Deira known for the delicious Tex-Mex food they serve from Mexican and South American origin. Chili’s offers a great selection of both vegetarian and non vegetarian options which is a great add on that makes it perfect for group hangouts.
Dishes served here are presented to you in a southwestern style. Make sure you taste their tacos, quesadillas and fajitas which are super satisfactory and fulfilling. At Chili’s you can have a great casual dining experience as this lively place is usually bustling with visitors.
Timings: Saturday to Monday- 10am to 11pm
Thursday to Friday: 10am to 12am
Location: Food Court, Third floor , Deira Ctiy Centre, Port Saeed Road - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Steak, Smoked chili rub new york strip, Fajitas
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White Falcon Restaurant
White Falcon is one of the most popular and sought out restaurants in Deira serving Afghan and Indian cuisine amongst the localites. The place features elementary decor and offers great food both in terms of quality and quantity through various dishes in their menu.
It is a humble restaurant which serves amazing ‘bheja’(brain) fry, paratha, samosa, pulao, etc. The use of exquisite spices is preferred by the chefs here in order to impart rich flavor and aroma in the food they take pride in serving. Make sure to try their meat preparation in flavorful gravies along with a side order of egg preparation perfected for your taste buds.
Timings: 5am - 1am
Location: 77 - 77 Al Ittihad Road - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Parattas, Omelettes, Haleem, Chicken karahi, Mutton Pulao, etc
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Afghan Khorasan Kabab

Afghan Khorasan is one of the best restaurants in Deira and is famous for the delectable mutton preparations and their authentic Afghan cuisine. It is greatly appreciated by the local crowd specially for the mouth watering dishes packed with Pakistani flavors.
This is an ideal place for meat lovers as most of the dishes served here are non vegetarian. As the name indicates Afghan Khorasan specializes in kebabs along with barbeques. Do not forget to try their ‘Shinwari kebab’ whose taste will be hard to forget leaving you wanting more.
Timings: Saturday to Wednesday 12pm - 1:30am
Thursday 12pm - 2am
Friday 1pm - 2am
Location: Near Al Manal Center Behind Al Ghurair Masjid Deira - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Shinwari Karahi, Afghani mutton pulao, Mutton tikka, etc
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Cando Restaurant

Every dish prepared here is made from scratch keeping in mind the ‘Hot’ & ‘Cold’ philosophy of Persian culture. Cando is one of the few restaurants in Deira who place great emphasis on serving freshly prepared authentic food.
Iranian chefs here use Persian spices in such a way that every dish is impactful and has a depth of flavors. A classic ambient decor adds finess to the dining experience in this restaurant. You can also enjoy the sumptuous persian food in the comfort of your home as they provide delivery services too.
Timings: 10am - 1 am
Fridays 9am - 1 am
Location: Sheik Rashid Bldg - Baniyas Rd - behind Twin Tower - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Cando special salad, Shishlik special, Cando special mahiche
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Signature By Sanjeev Kapoor's

Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor is brought to Deira, Dubai by the most beloved celebrity chef of India and offers a wonderful fine dining experience. Awe-inspiring presentation and complementing flavors of the dishes served here are responsible for the praise it receives.
You will be offered palette cleansers based on icons in the most modern way. Rich ambience of the interior adds to the artful presentation of food and culture here. Some of the iconic dishes in the menu include Mango butter chicken, Paneer pudina khaas, etc. It is ideal for lunch or dinner.
Timings: 12pm - 12am
Location: 23 Kuwait St - Al Raffa - Port Rashid - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Lambchop, Shivalik ras malai, etc
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Karachi Darbar Muteena

Karachi Darbar is one of the oldest Pakistani restaurants in Deira, best known for their mutton preparations. Beautiful ambience of Karachi Darbar instantly brightens the mood as soon as you walk in the door. You will surely appreciate their barbeque and chicken biryani on your visit to this classic restaurant and enjoy the variety in their menu which includes Pakistani, Indian as well as Chinese cuisines. Big hall of the restaurant can easily accommodate upto 50 guests if you are seeking to host a grand party here.
Location: Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Peshawari Mutton, Rumali Roti, Haleem, Keema, Chicken Tikka Biryani, Lassi
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Zam Zam Mandi

Zam Zam Mandi is one of the most famous restaurants near Deira city center region serving great quality traditional food. Several communities celebrate the authentic taste of ‘Mandi’, a traditional dish prepared in an underground pit.
This eatery offers a truly unique experience of flavorful ‘Mandi’ for the foodie in you, make sure to try their mutton mandi. After opening their first restaurant in the year 2009 they quickly developed the restaurant chain, now serving about 17 restaurants in UAE. Zam Zam Mandi serves several thousand customers regularly and maintains the delicious taste along with superb quality throughout years of service.
Timings: 10am - 12am
Location: Zeenah Building, Ground Floor, opp to Deira city centre - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Mutton mandi, Mutton madbee, Mutton mudhout
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Salt n' Pepper Restaurant - Warba
Salt n Pepper is best known for the Filipino cuisine they serve along with multiple seafood preparations in their menu. People often go there to enjoy a brunch as they prepare a grand buffet with the most delicious items from their kitchen.
Interior of this place has a metallic and edgy decor which gives it a modern and spacious vibe. The restaurant entrance is also wheelchair accessible making it easy for specially abled people to enjoy a casual dine out.
Timings: 10am - 12am
Location: G/F Warba Centre, Abu Baker Al Siddique Rd, Beside Muraqqabat Police Station, Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Kutchinta, Puto, Bulalo, Relyenong Bangus, etc
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Nihal Multi Cuisine Restaurant

Nihal’s is a multi cuisine restaurant in Al Rigga region in Deira district serving Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine. The ambience here has character because the walls inside are adorned with earthen pots giving it a distinct vibe.
Do not forget to try the ‘Lamb chops’ and ‘Tikka mushroom bharwa’ when you visit this welcoming restaurant. Nihal Multi cuisine restaurant houses a full bar in order to make your casual dining experience wholesome. You won’t be disappointed here whether you are a vegetarian or a non vegetarian. The restaurant offers facilities such as valet parking & dine in, takeaway and no contact delivery service.
Location: 18 41st St - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Fattousch, Tandoori mushroom
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Casrod Restaurant

Casrod is an Indian restaurant in Deira serving Middle Eastern as well as Arabic cuisine and offers delivery services along with dine-in and takeaway. The restaurant serves a famous beef preparation called Palli chor from 11am onwards. You must try the stew combo along with great chapatis, its aftertaste is sure to leave a lingering flavor on your pallet.
Timings: 5am - 2am
Fridays 1pm - 2am
Location: 13 8a St - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
What to Eat: Neychorum palli curryum, Poori bhaji, Palli chor etc
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