Located opposite the Dubai International Airport is a district known as the lively and busy Al Garhoud district. This area is a well-balanced mix of commercial and residential properties. Al Garhoud is part of Old Dubai, with restaurants popular with both residents and tourists, due to the diverse range of hotspots found in the area.
Things could get tricky when you’re searching for new and unfamiliar restaurants. With so many choices, how is it possible to determine the best choice for you? Whether you’re looking for a delicious brunch, lunch, or dinner to entice your tastebuds, we’ve got you covered with the best Garhoud restaurants!
1. Yalumba
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Yalumba has a long-standing reputation all across Dubai for providing its customers with classic but international cuisine.
With choices from the delicious and distinct flavors of the Mediterranean, which includes some signature dishes from Turkey, Italy, and Greece, it’s difficult not to find something perfect for your tastebuds!
If you want something light, Yalumba has live cooking stations, allowing you to choose what appeals to you and a wide selection of bread and pastries! On top of impeccable and delicious food, you have choices of liquid treats, desserts, and for entertainment, live music!
Its urban décor, old-school concrete walls, and iron detailing make it an excellent destination restaurant if you’re looking for a positive and upbeat experience. No matter the time, Yalumba plays host to many themed events and sessions
The restaurant screams drama and casual dining, and on top of everything, it’s conveniently located close to Dubai International Airport. You’ll surely remain curious until you have tried this five-star party brunch restaurant!
- Location: Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Airport Road
- Contact: +971 4 702 2455
- Website: Yalumba
2. Al Hallab
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Al Hallab restaurant in Garboud is a well-known Middle Eastern eatery and one of the most well-liked restaurants on the list! Al Hallab is most popular for being rich with Levantine influences, and they have an eclectic mix of ingredients and flavors to create authentic flavors for each customer.
If you enjoy the sweet side of life, you can expect more than just their wide range of healthy and not-so-healthy meals! On top of eating some of the most signature Lebanese feasts, they also serve their signature sweets!
Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy takeout, a luxurious dine-in experience, or simply spending quality time with your partner or family, Al Hallab makes this possible by keeping to its family values of Lebanese hospitality, quality, and authenticity.
- Location: Sheikh Rashid Road, Dubai
- Contact: +971 4 282 3388
- Website: Al Hallab
3. Bentoya
If you want to escape the fast-paced restaurants and upbeat atmosphere, why not try this cute and tucked-away Japanese place to taste Japan?
Bentoya serves only the best Authentic Japanese food with high-quality ingredients, the freshest locally sources food materials, and at value-for-money prices too!
Whether you’re looking for a casual low, light dine-in experience or to grab takeout and enjoy Bentoya’s delicious food, they’ve got you covered!
- Location: Block D, Al Kawakeb Building, Sheikh Zayed Road
- Contact: +971 4 343 0222 / +971 52 621 6671
- Website: Bentoya
4. Cu-Ba
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If delicious Latino and Cuban food with a spectacular view are what you’re looking for, look no further than Cu-Ba!
This rooftop restaurant in Garhoud takes the win either way with its warm hospitality, great décor, and even better offerings! Its rooftop location gives a romantic love-in-the-air feel, where you can enjoy the glorious view of the City of Gold!
You can expect to see delicious small plates displaying South American flavors, tapas, tacos, ceviches, sandwiches, and many more. While their drink list seems neverending, they have Latin-inspired cocktails and other high-end liquor.
You would think that this high-end restaurant would come with an expensive dress code, but this is not the case! with its casual dress code, this restaurant is ideal for beachgoers, tourists, and just relaxing after a hard day’s work!
- Location: Rooftop , Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, Sheikh Rashid Road
- Contact: +971 4 230 8582
- Website: Cu-Ba
5. Dhaba Lane
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Dhaba Lane is a must-try Indian cuisine restaurant offering freshly prepared Indian food at the most cost-friendly prices!
Their menu allows you to choose from various main courses and street food options! Whether you’re looking for Halan, Vegan, or Vegetarian options, Dhaba Lane has it all, making them ideal for larger groups where wants and needs will differ.
Dhaba Lane houses the traditional Indian flavors we all love, offering a casual and comfortable dining atmosphere with a modern twist that caters to food-loving tourists and those working and living in Dubai!
- Location: Ground Floor, Ithraa Plaza, 2nd Street
- Contact: +971 54 999 4252
- Website: Dhaba Lane
6. Soho Bar & Grill
Vegans and vegetarians may want to skip our next recommendation! However, If you’re still reading and looking for the best carnivorous experience, Soho Bar & Grill in Al Garhoud is very serious about meat, as it clearly states in its slogan!
Expect to find only the leanest, prime cuts from their succulent award-winning burgers, steaks, and ribs.
Glazed with their secret sauces, their authentic and homemade menu consists of nothing less than the freshest, gourmet, and select ingredients for the ultimate experience for all meat lovers!
- Location: The Irish Village, Al Garhoud
- Contact: +971 4 286 8520
- Website: Soho Bar & Grill
7. Da Vinci’s
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At Da Vinci’s, the food couldn’t get more authentic or fresh. With their inspired menu taking you on only the best culinary experience across Italy, each dish is beautifully crafted with only the freshest ingredients, cooked to perfection.
Perfect for romantic dinners, a lunch with friends, or spending some quality time with your family, it doesn’t get much better than the vibe Da Vinci’s can offer!
This family-friendly, laid-back, and energetic restaurant is perfect for ordering a wide selection of salads, homemade pizzas, and pasta. You are sure to find something that accommodates the taste buds of the whole family!
- Location: Millennium Airport Hotel, D89, Casablanca St, Dubai
- Contact: +971 4 702 8888
- Website: Da Vinci’s
8. Lake View
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Lake View offers customers a relaxed yet stylish setting for a delicious breakfast, lunch, or dinner, along with one of the perfect locations. The patio, overlooking Dubai Creek and the champion golf course, creates an intimate outdoor setting, making for a relaxed and fine-dining experience.
With its modern design, you can feast your eyes on its neutral earth tones while feasting your tastebuds on its wonderful menu! If you’re looking for a view almost as delicious as their meals, Lake View has you covered!
Lakeview offers a broad international menu featuring cuisines from different continents, from Mediterranean to European. If you’re looking for a healthy meal, look no further with Lake View’s Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten Free options!
- Location: Dubai Creek Resort, Port Saeed, Dubai
- Contact: +971 4 602 1234
- Website: Lake View
9. Al Bait Al Shami
Line up your family and friends and go on an adventure at Al Bait Al Shami for your next evening out! You’ll be provided with an evening of shisha and delicious food where you can sit inside on the colder evenings or in a beautiful outdoor setting when the evening is right.
This quaint eatery is one of the well-known and best restaurants if you’re seeking authentic Arabian cuisine. On Fridays, you get to choose a special lunch buffet, where you can enjoy a wide selection of platters, grilled meat, fresh salads, and more!
- Location: Opp. Tayer Motors, Sheikh Rashid Rd, Garhoud
- Contact: +971 4 282 6665
- Website: Al Bait Al Shami
10. Gazebo
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Gazebo is an Indian restaurant, but there’s so much more about this spectacular place. It’s a gastronomical escapade of the highest quality, with an inviting and warm ambiance, where you will be welcomed by service with a smile!
This restaurant offers the ultimate royal Indian experience in the most traditional sense, where you’ll sit like royalty, with mood lighting, inspiring décor, and soothing music.
Upon request, you can be provided with a private dining experience, which makes this restaurant worth it over and over again! Gazebo has truly perfected the “Dum Pukht” style of cooking, where all your dishes will be cooked on low flame, which will trap all the delicious flavors inside!
- Location: 42a 19C St, Al Twar 1, Dubai
- Contact: +971 4 263 9400
- Website: Gazebo
11. Cactus Jacks
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When you are looking for one of the best and most popular Latino restaurants for your daily late-night “fiestas” and comfort food, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at Cactus Jacks! With the best specialty fajitas, extravagant theme nights, and their every-night live DJ, it’s a win-win!
- Location: Airport Road, Casablanca Street
- Contact: +971 4 702 8888
- Website: Cactus Jacks
12. Da Gama
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Da Gama Restaurant offers all its patrons a unique Portuguese fine dining experience. The restaurant features beautiful bright white linens, a sophisticated inside lounge, a casual outside sitting beneath the stars, deft servers, and an emphasis on the freshest grilled seafood and meats.
For the past sixteen years, Da Gama has established a distinctive style and provided diners with a pleasant, engaging setting to dine and interact. The plethora of theme evenings at Da Gama make it a must-visit location in Garhoud, Dubai.
In 2011, Da Gama Restaurant was recognized as the Best Asian Nightclub. In 2007 and 2008, Da Gama won second place in the world cuisine category of the “What’s On Awards.” In addition, the hotel has hosted the distinguished “Chaîne des Rôtisseurs” event.
- Location: Century Village, 31A St
- Contact: +971 4 282 3636
- Website: Da Gama
13. Long Yin
La Promenade of the Le Meridien, Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre is home to Long Yin, an authentic Chinese restaurant in Al Garhoud. Spring rolls, Dim sum, noodles, and soups are just some of the many delectable Chinese options available at Long Yin.
On Saturdays, Long Yin offers a unique dim sum menu, and on Fridays, they provide a noodle selection special. The “Duck It List at Long Yin” allows diners to upgrade from a quarter duck to a full duck for only a small extra cost, and they offer this exclusive deal until the end of December; you may take advantage of this exclusive deal.
- Location: Le Meridien Hotel, Airport Road, Garhoud
- Contact: +971 4 702 2455
- Website: Long Yin
14. AlMashawi AlHalabya
The AlMashawi AlHalabya chain of restaurants aims to provide well-known meals in a refined and unique manner, contributing to the global dissemination of the old kitchen’s flavor. At AlMashawi AlHalabya Restaurants, customer service is paramount.
Since the first AlMashawi AlHalabya restaurant opened, its chefs have strived to include creative and flawless touches into every dish. They’ve stayed true to the roots of Aleppan cuisine, from the menu items to the ambiance and interior design.
They wanted to ensure that the quality of the meat supplied at their restaurants was monitored closely, so they set up a cattle farm to supply their establishments with daily meat deliveries.
- Location: 54 Sheikh Rashid Rd
- Contact: +971 4 222 6660
- Website: AlMashawi AlHalabya
15. India Palace
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Bringing authentic Indian cuisine to a casual eating setting, India Palace is a pioneer in its industry. The Menu is an alluring assortment of healthy and delicious food and drinks that draw inspiration from both Indian cooking and the rich tradition of Mughlai hospitality.
In 1997, the UAE was home to the world’s first India Palace. It has since spread throughout the UAE and can now be found in many of its most illustrious spots. The India Palace is a gastronomic wonderland serving many exquisite Indian cuisines.
Unlike other restaurants, India Palace uses only ingredients that have been specially formulated for them and supplied by companies who share their commitment to excellence.
- Location: Service Road, Garhoud
- Contact: +971 4 286 9600
- Website: India Palace
16. Fujiya
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Located in the Al Garhoud Area of Dubai, not far from the International Airport, Fujiya Restaurant offers a genuine Japanese izakaya-style eating experience straight from Japan.
From Wagyu shabu shabu (hotpot) buffets and Yakitori (Japanese-style chicken skewers) to Japanese tapas and more, you can get your fill of classic and contemporary foods from Japan here. Various drinks, including rare sake, yuzu, and shiso, are served alongside the food.
- Location: Millennium Airport Hotel, Casablanca St
- Contact: +971 4 702 8846
- Website: Fujiya
17. Desi Village
A symphony of modern Dubai with the nostalgia of old India and the essence of Indian cuisine. This culinary destination traverses cultures and encompasses 29 distinct states, each with its own taste. India is as ancient as its customs and as flavorful as its mother’s cuisine.
The origins of Indian food since its 2019 launch, Desi Village has attracted hundreds of diners who love all the food on the menu. Under the sway of Undivided India, from the city of Peshawar in the northwest to the nation’s capital and culinary epicenter of Delhi, their menu is a culinary treat!
Desi Village is glad to provide you with fresh, made-to-order food, high-quality products, and its secret recipes range from decadent sweets to the street-style nibbles of Mumbai in the west.
- Location: Shop 3, Garhoud View Building
- Contact: +971 52 100 1986
- Website: Desi Village
18. La Vigna
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The founder’s 1989 trip to Florence was the impetus for his eventual realization of a lifelong dream to introduce Italy’s extraordinary aromas, flavors, and atmosphere to the United Arab Emirates. That’s what sets La Vigna apart from everyone else.
Carefully sourced produce, premium cuts of meat, top-notch chicken, and seafood, all served with a generous helping of Italian warmth and hospitality: that’s what you’ll find at their restaurant. The chef’s quality is only one component of a truly memorable dining experience.
What makes a meal truly special for guests at La Vigna is the combination of a superb meal with an intimate setting, personal and attentive service, and good company.
- Location: Century Village, 31A St
- Contact: +971 4 282 0030
- Website: La Vigna
19. Daalchini’s
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Try a wide variety of regional Indian dishes. Everything about their cuisine, from the color to the flavor, is designed to exceed your expectations.
Each dish’s unique and historic journey is reflected in the brilliance and significance of the spices and colors gathered locally. Daalchini’s cuisine is inspired by the traditions of its regions of origin.
- Location: Dubai Aviation Club, Century Village, Garhoud
- Contact: +971 56 502 9308
- Website: Daalchini’s
20. The Dubliner’s
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Traditional Irish hospitality; warm, welcoming, and honest. The Dubliner’s at Le Méridien Dubai is a real Irish restaurant and pub that serves traditional dishes and has a full bar with all your favorite drinks.
From very cheap Sunday brunches to quiz night bouts with pies and beers, The Dubliner’s has something for everyone with its extensive menu of everyday favorites, classic Irish delicacies, and daily specials. Here, you can also watch all your favorite sports on one of the numerous HDTVs.
No matter the season, The Dubliner’s always shows the most exciting high-profile sporting events for every sports lover. One of the most well-known and official Irish-themed watering holes in Dubai, offering darts and pool tables for your amusement.
- Location: Le Meridien Hotel, Airport Rd
- Contact: +971 4 702 2508
- Website: The Dubliner’s
21. wareHOUSE
This restaurant, wine cellar, beer garden, and loft bar at Le Meridien Dubai is a casual, Soho-style hotspot with a wide variety of distinct offerings.
You may choose from the urban-styled ‘ground-floor’ restaurant and bar, which offers a hearty five-star menu, or the lush beer garden, which is ideal for celebrating the weekend with family and friends or unwinding after a stressful day of work with coworkers. The wareHOUSE Restaurant & Bar provides all you need to have a great time either way.
- Location: Le Méridien Dubai Hotel, Airport Rd
- Contact: +971 4 702 2560
- Website: wareHOUSE