Barsha Heights is a neighborhood in Dubai that is a vibrant hub filled with offices, hotels, apartment blocks, and a bustling array of restaurants. Barsha Heights is also home to entrepreneurs and small business owners. This urban neighborhood has an upbeat mix of business-meets-residential living and makes room for exquisite culinary experiences.
Barsha Heights has several different dining options, and every time I look for a new restaurant, I’m blown away by the cuisine on offer. From delicious Lebanese food to fragrant East-Asian dishes, there’s so much to choose from when dining in Barsha Heights.
1. Taqado Mexican Kitchen
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Taqado Mexican Kitchen is the best place to get delicious, freshly prepared Mexican food and takes the first spot on my list of the best Barsha Heights restaurants. Taqado is a franchised restaurant operating in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Locals love Taqado’s tacos and the minimalistic but attractive Mexican décor and laid-back dining atmosphere.
Taqado’s dishes are worked out with a macros calculator for those who keep a record of their calories. Their macros calculator breaks down the specific protein, fat, and carb ratio of all of their meals. For an authentic dining experience, a taste of Mexico, and a bit of fusion flavor, Taqado’s is a great spot to visit.
- Location: 14b Road, iRise Building, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 451 6409
- Website: Taqado Mexican Kitchen
2. Lola Taberna Espanola
Lola Taberna Espanola is a Spanish restaurant offering a relaxed and casual dining experience. Visiting Lola Taberna for lunch feels like being part of a Spanish family, sitting at the table for hours, enjoying the conversations of those around you and the Spanish food.
Whether you’re looking for lunch or dinner, Lola Taberna is an ideal spot for enjoying good food. The atmosphere is lively, and you can enjoy a variety of flavors when ordering dishes like tapas, paella, and churro bites.
Sit back and sip on sangrias as you listen to the Spanish music in the background. This restaurant is a real treat if you want a Spanish dining experience.
- Location: Al Saef, 1st St, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 247 6688
- Website: Lola Taberna
3. Beastro Dubai
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Beastro Dubai offers central European and international dishes and caters to many special dietary requirements. This bistro is mainly visited by locals for breakfast and offers homely, hearty, simple dishes. The atmosphere and ambiance are casual and informal, and the restaurant is filled with open spaces and natural lighting.
Besides the breakfast dishes on offer, there are also some excellent lunch options like the Aglio e pasta and the Chicken Avocado Burger. Although this bistro is located in a hotel, the food is so good it attracts diners from all over Barsha heights.
If you’re looking for a breakfast and lunch spot, then Beastro Dubai is one of the best spots in Barsha Heights.
- Location: Ground Floor, First Central Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 454 4950
- Website: Beastro Dubai
4. Fuchsia Urban Thai
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Fuchsia Urban Thai offers Thai dishes with an urban twist. At Fuchsia Urban Thai, you can expect fresh and vibrant ingredients and dishes made from scratch. This restaurant gives you a warm and cozy feel, and some of the dishes worth indulging in are the papaya salad, purple rice, and pineapple chicken curry.
As a dessert lover, I prefer going to restaurants that have amazing desserts, and Fuchsia Urban Thai does not disappoint. Their mango sticky rice and the banana fritters with ice cream are delicious.
- Location: Office Park Building, Two Towers Tecom, Al Sufouh 2
- Contact: +971 4 361 7117
- Website: Fuchsia Urban Thai
5. German Doner Kebab
German Doner Kebab has over 100 restaurants globally and is located in the UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle East. The first ever German Doner Kebab was opened in Berlin in 1989, and their signature kebabs are made from quality ingredients and their famous secret sauce.
The German Doner Kebab offers a laid-back dining experience with simple décor and indoor and outdoor seating. When dining at night, guests can enjoy a dimly lit view of the city while tucking into their doner kebabs.
Besides the doner kebabs, diners can enjoy a range of other menu options, including the doner boxes, doner nachos, and the doner panini.
- Location: Shop 6, Thuraya Telecommunications Tower, OneSpace Thuraya Business Center
- Contact: +971 4 551 5979
- Website: German Doner Kebab
6. Hitchki Dubai
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Hitchki is an Indian restaurant located in the Grand Millenium hotel. This franchise has several restaurants across India and in Mirdif and Dubai. Hitchki offers eclectic cuisine but still incorporates authentic traditional flavors.
Hitchki has a romantic dining atmosphere and is a great date night spot. They also regularly host events like their ladies’ night and Bollywood night, where guests can dance and enjoy some of the best Bollywood hits.
Some of Hitchki’s must-try dishes are the Dosa Poppers, Lotus Milk Cake, Chicken Lollipops, and the Burj Khalifa Burger. Hitchki offers a unique dining experience with some of the best Indian food in Barsha Heights.
- Location: Lobby Level, Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 587 7189
- Website: Hitchki
7. Belgian Beer Café
Belgian Beer Café offers a mix of Belgian and international cuisine. The décor and the restaurant were inspired by the 18th-century Belgian bars, and the dining experience makes you feel like you’ve traveled back to the city of Brussels.
This one-of-a-kind restaurant offers over 40 types of beer, two indoor seating areas, and a terrace. If you love sports, you will love the big-screen televisions showcasing live sporting events.
At the Belgian Beer Café, you can expect to enjoy a classic risotto, freshly served mussels, spicy nachos, or steak and fries. The casual atmosphere and bar vibe are perfect for diners who enjoy pub-style dining and various beers.
- Location: Ground Floor, Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 429 9999
- Website: Belgian Beer Café
8. Pierre’s TT
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Pierre’s is run by Michelin star chef Pierre Ganaire. This restaurant offers guests a fine dining experience with creatively crafted dishes that include French delicacies and other dishes that offer a field full of flavors.
Pierre’s is a waterfront restaurant offering diners an ambiance that is elegant, charming, and inviting. Some exquisite dishes you can expect to experience are the Saku tuna tataki with crispy rice, black truffle spaghetti, beef tartare, and the blackcurrant souffle tart.
- Location: Promenade Level, InterContinental Dubai Festival City
- Contact: +971 4 701 1199
- Website: Pierre’s
9. Jabbour Resto
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Jabbour Lebenses Restaurant is one of the only restaurants In Dubai that offers authentic Lebanese food. Locals love Jabbour because of the authentic food and because Jabbour offers the best shisha in Dubai. The ambiance is laid back and comfortable, and the portions are incredibly generous.
Jabbour is ideal for family dining, casual meetings, get-togethers, and quick lunches. Some of the must-try dishes include lamb chops, shwarmas, and hummus. Other menu items include salads, soups, mezze, and their signature shisha.
- Location: Ground Floor, Boutique 7 Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 434 5500
- Website: Jabbour Resto
10. Brambles
Brambles is a café with regular customers and a minimalistic relaxed setting. Some of the most popular dishes are acai bowls, pizza, and English breakfast. Brambles also offers freshly squeezed fruit juices and smoothies.
Brambles is perfect for those looking for a breakfast restaurant, and there are plenty of menu options for health-conscious people. Brambles also caters to Vegans, and their menu items are pretty affordable.
- Location: Ground Floor, Citadines Metro Central Hotel Apartments, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 435 4200
- Website: Brambles
11. Alfeniq Restaurant & Cafe
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Their top priority here at Alfeniq is ensuring you have a fantastic gourmet meal. You will inevitably return for a second serving of their authentic, delicious Lebanese fare.
In addition to their excellent cuisine, many people choose Alfeniq because of their dedication to constantly improving all aspects of their superb hospitality.
Having such delicious food and friendly service makes you feel right at home. Located in Dubai, the menu features a wide variety of fan favorites, such as fettuccine, grilled kibbeh, sweet corn soup, oriental rice with meat, and much more, served in an ambient setting.
- Location: Two Towers Tecom, Altabee’a Street, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 513 9926
- Website: Alfeniq
12. Chin Chin Restaurant
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What meal brings you joy? ChinChin Restaurant is committed to providing you with the food you want! ChinChin loves food, specifically excellent food and food lovers. They provide a lifestyle tailored to your likes and interests.
One which leaves you feeling like yourself, although an improved version. They believe that you should always eat whatever you desire and whenever you want. You may discover something to suit every taste at ChinChin and anything you desire without compromise!
In addition to being open 24/7, Chin Chin, a Chinese restaurant in Dubai, is a sight to behold. It serves delicious Chinese food, and customers advise you to try the chicken dim sum, the crispy lamb, prawn crackers, and egg fried rice.
- Location: Al Shafar 1 , Central Tower, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 800 2 446 2446
- Website: Chin Chin
13. Spotlight Restaurant Café
After visiting the Dubai Moving Image Museum, dine at Spotlight Restaurant Cafe. The Italian food is excellent. This restaurant serves delicious pizza, abundant chicken, and perfectly cooked pita shawarma. According to a lot of reviews, their coffee is fantastic!
Spotlight Restaurant Cafe’s inviting ambiance helps you unwind after a long day. This establishment’s good ratings could not have been achievable without its fantastic employees and exceptionally reasonable prices.
- Location: Shop 2, Tameem House, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 361 7404
- Facebook: Spotlight Restaurant Cafe
14. Lock, Stock, & Barrel
Lock, Stock & Barrel was influenced by the worldwide trend of live, industrial music venues in hip cities. This main venue comprises more than 8000 square meters and two stories. Apart from the flash and glamor of Dubai, the interior décor is modest and has a friendly, old New York vibe!
LSB was named “best new nightlife venue” in Dubai at the 2016 “time out awards,” “favorite bar” at the 2016 “what’s on awards,” and “leading nightlife venue in the middle east” at the 2016 “catering news middle east” – leaders in “F&B awards.”
In 2017, Lock, Stock & Barrel also won the “bar team of the year” at the “Caterer Middle East Awards,” “Best New Bar” at the “Hype Awards,” “Best Bar Food” at the “Time Out Restaurant Awards,” in addition to being voted Dubai’s “Bar of the Year” at the “Time Out Music & Nightlife Awards.”
- Location: 8th Floor, Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 423 8309
- Website: Lock, Stock, & Barrel
15. Toshi – Pan Asian Restaurant
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Drop by a top-notch Asian eatery in the heart of Dubai, Barsha Heights (Tecom). Take your taste buds on an extraordinary dining journey through Asia’s diverse cuisine at Toshi.
A novel dining experience that combines the best elements of a traditional all-you-can-eat buffet, à la carte menu items, family-style sharing set meals, and live cooking stations. The revitalizing tastes of this pan-Asian cuisine, a favorite of many locals and visitors alike, have been preserved despite the restaurant’s updated decor.
On Fridays, the enchantment of Toshi Teppanyaki Night unfolds. In front of your eyes, their expert chefs will expertly cook the fish, tender beef, juicy poultry, and fresh veggies of your choice.
Enjoy the ocean’s bounty every Saturday at their “Asian Seafood Night” buffet. Here, guests have the chance to feast on squid, shrimp, and other maritime favorites, as well as a choice of sweet treats.
- Location: 18th Floor, Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 429 9999
- Website: Toshi
16. Lucky Voice
Book a memorable karaoke session for your event. Lucky Voice‘s private pods accommodate up to 25 guests, making them ideal for karaoke parties with your closest friends and family. Set to be a memorable occasion where you may dance and sing your heart out!
Exclusive Karaoke areas provide more than six different languages. ” Brunch Out Loud” at Lucky Voice is the ideal way to enjoy a Saturday with family and friends since it has an endless selection of food and beverages and the best music from several party DJs.
And if you enjoy singing along, there is also crowd-pleasing karaoke during Brunch out Loud! Each week, the most outstanding brunch vocalist at Lucky Voice receives two breakfast packages for the next brunch. Therefore, please come down and show everyone your hidden vocal talents!
- Location: 6th Floor, Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 8 005 8259
- Website: Lucky Voice
17. Channels Restaurant
Visit Channels, a renowned dining restaurant in Barsha Heights, and take a tasty culinary journey worldwide. Here you can enjoy a lovely dinner with your family and friends in a comfortable setting. At the same time, sample delicacies from across the world and traditional Arabian dishes are prepared right in front of you at their live cooking stations.
Start your day off well with a hearty Channels breakfast, then refuel with a tasty lunch, and end the day with a romantic evening. There isn’t a more significant way to relax and unwind than with a glass of wine and delicious dishes cooked with extra care and precision.
- Location: Media Rotana Hotel, Barsha Heights
- Contact: +971 4 435 0230
- Website: Channels
18. Al Dente (Temporarily closed)
Dining at Al Dente is like being in the charming Italian countryside surrounded by bold flavors and the smell of wood-fired pizzas. Al Dente offers simple Italian dishes with authentic flavor and welcomes guests for lunch or dinner. Whether popping by for casual dining, family dinners, or even a quick business meeting, Al Dente does not disappoint.
Some of Al Dente’s most popular dishes include pizza, pasta, and tiramisu. There’s no better place to get authentic Italian food than Al Dente’s in Barsha heights.
- Address: Ground Floor – Byblos Hotel
- Website: https://bybloshoteldubai.com/al-dente/
- Phone number: +971 4 432 7911