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Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe

Dubai Festival City€€
$$Open nowvia Google
Opening hours
  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Traditional Emirati cooking offered in a stylish, rustic interior evoking Dubai in the 1960s.via Google

Designed to resemble a 1960s Emirati village, serving authentic, traditional recipes.

Signature
Machboos Samak (spiced fish cooked with simmered rice)

Reviews from Google

Reemanseta Al2 weeks ago
Had a wonderful dining experience at Alfanar Restaurant. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming and everything was well presented. A special thank you to Charles for his exceptional service. He was friendly, attentive and made sure we were comfortable throughout our visit. His positive attitude and professionalism truly enhanced our experience. Highly recommended and I look forward to visiting again!❤️❤️
Augustine Wong8 months ago
The food was incredible — perfectly grilled kebabs, juicy and flavorful, paired with fresh salad, crisp fries, and warm bread. Everything tasted authentic and beautifully presented, just like a true Emirati feast. The atmosphere felt cozy and welcoming, with that warm wooden setting that makes you feel at home. You can tell the team takes real pride in what they serve — everything looked and tasted freshly made. A special shout-out to Sayed, who was genuinely one of the best staff members we’ve met in Dubai. Friendly, attentive, and always smiling — he made sure our table had everything we needed and went the extra mile to make our experience perfect. Highly recommend Al Fanar for anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and truly memorable service. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Mohamed Sohail8 months ago
First time taking our parents to try Emirati food. It was a great experience and really showed the culture and taste of the UAE. The restaurant looks very traditional and has a warm, welcoming vibe. It feels like going back in time. The food was tasty, full of flavour, and nicely presented. I personally love Arabic food, so I really enjoyed it. If you want to see how Emiratis eat and enjoy local culture, you should visit Al Fanar. Highly recommended!
Huda Jamal5 months ago
We had a wonderful experience at Al Fanar Emirati Restaurant, and Mani truly made it special. He was extremely polite, attentive, and welcoming, with a genuine smile throughout our visit. He explained the menu clearly, checked on us at the right moments, and made sure everything was perfect. His professionalism and kindness really reflect the authentic Emirati hospitality Al Fanar is known for. Thank you, Mani, for the excellent service — we’ll definitely be back!
Steve F6 months ago
Amazing food, loved the fish and rice, it was very different. Also enjoyed the lamb and rice so much flavor in everything meat cooked so good. Service was spot on, forgot the name of the name of the waiter but he was very attentive.
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