Dubai is known for its glittering skyline, exciting theme parks, exquisite malls, and fine dining experiences. But all of these jazzy experiences require people to spend quite a bit of their money. However, there are a few, who are constantly held back by their strict budget for a variety of reasons. And for those of you, who fall in this category, we have a special list curated just for you. Dear foodies, we have made a list of eight pocket-friendly restaurants in Dubai where you can feast on scrumptious dishes without breaking the bank.
Pocket-Friendly Restaurants In Dubai
1. Zaroob
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Zaroob is a restaurant serving Lebanese and Arabian cuisine at pocket-friendly prices. If you are on a budget and want to treat yourself to a delicious meal, this restaurant in Sheikh Zayed Road Trade Centre 1 is definitely worth visiting. You will find wholesome Arabic food at this Palestinian eatery with a wide array of delicious dishes to leave you, truly spoilt for choice. Some of these mouth-watering dishes include NOT-A-Chicken Shawarma, Eggs & Soujouk, Za’atar Man’oushe, and Nabulsi Fatayer.
Where: Ground Floor, Jumeirah Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road Trade Centre 1, Dubai
When: 24 hours a day
Cost for two: AED140
2. The Meating Room
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The Meating Room is a barbeque restaurant, where you can find drool-worthy Indian barbeque dishes. Located in Motor City’s neighbourhood Foodhall, their dishes are slathered with flavourful Indian spices, before they are cooked to perfection. Dishes, such as Bihari Chicken, Lamb Chops, Atomic Prawns, and BBQ Bone Marrow, are just some of the many offerings that you must try at this humble eatery.
Where: Neighbourhood Foodhall, Retail G 06, Motor City, Dubai
When: 12 pm to 12 am
Cost for two: AED40
3. Din Tai Fung
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Din Tai Fung serves Asian and Chinese cuisine that aren’t just delicious, but also make for a hearty meal. An eatery hailing from Taiwan, it’s located at the Mall of Emirates and is the perfect place for those of you who relish dumplings. Once you’re done gorging on juicy dumplings, don’t forget to dive into soulful soups, which include everything from Truffle Chicken Soup to Chicken Corn Soup. As it happens, the dishes here include sumptuous options, like Chicken Ja Jian Noodles, Chicken Egg Fried Rice, and Scallion Steamed Fish
Where: Level 2, Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha 1, Dubai
When: 11 am to 11:30 pm
Cost for two: AED160
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4. Al Ustad Special Kebab
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This restaurant is located on Al Mussallah Road in Dubai and is the perfect place for those of you who are craving Iranian food. The gem of a restaurant is a great place to sit and devour lip-smacking fare in the city’s old town, especially when you are on a shoestring budget. Boasting a quirky decor with just the perfect amount of old-world charm, you will love the inviting ambience of this restaurant. Once you take your seat, don’t forget to order sumptuous dishes like Falafel Plate, Choulo Mourgh, Tahdeek, and Kabab Koubideh
Where: Ground Floor, Bahwan Plaza, Al Mussallah Road, Mankhool, Dubai
When: 11 am to 1 am (Sun-Thu & Sat) & 6 pm to 1 am (Fri)
Cost for two: AED 90
5. Ravi Restaurant
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Ravi Restaurant is located on Al Dhiyafa Road and this Pakistani eatery also offers Indian and Mughlai cuisine. The dishes served here are a melting pot of flavours and you would definitely want to check it while exploring the vibrant neighbourhood of Satwa. With so many delicious offerings for patrons, you will especially love this place if you are a meat lover. We certainly recommend trying their scrumptious meaty dishes including Achari Handi, Chicken Jalfarizi, and Mutton Zeera.
Where: Shop # 245, Al Dhiyafa Rd, Opp. Union Co-operative Society
When: 5 am to 1:30 am
Cost for two: AED85
6. Calicut Paragon
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Indian cuisine is known for its diverse range of dishes that vary from region to region. South Indian cuisine encompasses some of the most famous dishes adored by people around the globe. And Calicut Paragon offers you popular South Indian dishes that will satiate your foodie soul. Offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, their seafood dishes are a showstopper! While you are here, don’t forget to stop your face with delicious dishes, such as Lamb Shoulder Spicy Masala, Seafood Malabari Soup, Unnakaya, and Prawn Biryani.
Where: G Floor, Mattar Al Tayer Building, 20 B Street, Al Karama, Dubai
When: 7 am to 12:30 am
Cost for two: AED120
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7. Bu Qtair
The next name on the list is a quaint eatery located in the Fishing Harbour 2 of Dubai. You will find an array of seafood dishes at this casual eatery, which makes sense as it’s located right at the harbour. If you are unaware of what to order, you can choose to dive into the Fried Fish of the Day or even Barbeque Shrimp! As it happens, the Fiery Fish Curry served here is also a crowd-pleaser!
Where: Old 32B Street, Fishing Harbour 2, Dubai
When: 11:30 am to 11:30 pm
Cost for two: AED120
8. Mama’esh
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Mama’esh is a quaint Arabic restaurant that offers Arabian and Middle Eastern cuisine. The hallmark of this place is its modestly priced Manakish boasts good quality and is, therefore, loved by many foodies. Packed with oodles of flavours, the dishes here are going to leave you wanting to come back for more! So once you’re done taking plentiful dishes available at the restaurant, don’t forget to sample their Hummus with Meat, Eggplant Mutabbal, Yaffawi Sfeiha, and Palestinian Za’atar Mana’esh.
Where: Bayswater Tower, Waterfront, Marasi Dr, Business Bay
When: 7 am to 12:30 am
Cost for two: AED105
So, we have done all the research for you, now all you have to do is grab your broke friend and go on a foodie outing without burning a hole in your pockets.
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