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The Best Street Food Spots in Dubai
Experience Dubai's best and most authentic street food with our expert-curated guide.
Going to food markets and eating street food is a must-do in Dubai. From crispy grilled shawarma and biang biang noodles at San Wan Hand Pulled Noodles to a weekend BBQ party at BIG T BBQ KITCHEN, this guide lists the best street food spots in Dubai. The guide is based on personal expert recommendations in the World of Mouth app, such as those from writers Liam Collens and Hani AlMalki, as well as food influencer Pallavi Sangtani. Keep on reading and be ready to find you next favorite street food joint.
San Wan Hand Pulled Noodles is a small but popular spot in Dubai, known for its homemade delicacies. The restaurant's signature dishes include traditional biang biang noodles with beef and homemade cumin chilli oil, spicy wontons in black vinegar, and a refreshing chilli cucumber salad. Guests can also watch the chefs hand-pull noodles, adding to the authentic experience.
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Specializing in BBQ dishes, BIG T BBQ KITCHEN operates from Friday to Sunday, which sometimes results in a waiting line due to its popularity. The menu features a variety of dishes, but regulars often recommend the BBQ pastrami, brisket, ribs, and fries. Despite its limited operating days, the quality of the food remains consistently excellent.
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Known for serving perhaps the most loved Indian chaat dish, Chaat Bazaar - Karama is described as the epitome of a hole-in-the-wall eatery. Their pani puri, served individually by hand, is a must-try and stands out for its exceptional quality. The staff's expertise, honed by countless hours of practice, ensures a memorable dining experience for every visitor.
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With a laid-back atmosphere tucked away in a residential tower, Daikan is a casual spot specializing in ramen. Their menu highlights include a spicy chef’s special ramen and a rich, creamy shoyu ramen, both hailed as among the best in the area. In addition to ramen, they also serve notable dishes such as miso aubergine and chicken katsu bao with kimchi.
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This place is specialized in serving shawarma, offering a variety of options such as meat, chicken, and a spicy chicken variant referred to as 'Mexican'. The chicken shawarma, especially when requested well done and crispy, comes highly recommended by many. Despite its focus on shawarma, the restaurant maintains a diverse menu to cater to different tastes.
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Streetery Food Hall JLT is a unique dining spot that brings together authentic street style food from countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, from barbecued meats to aromatic Asian spices, all designed to awaken your food memories. It's a place where you can unwind and indulge in comforting food from around the world, consistently good and always hitting the spot.
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San Wan Hand Pulled Noodles is a small but popular spot in Dubai, known for its homemade delicacies. The restaurant's signature dishes include traditional biang biang noodles with beef and homemade cumin chilli oil, spicy wontons in black vinegar, and a refreshing chilli cucumber salad. Guests can also watch the chefs hand-pull noodles, adding to the authentic experience.
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Specializing in BBQ dishes, BIG T BBQ KITCHEN operates from Friday to Sunday, which sometimes results in a waiting line due to its popularity. The menu features a variety of dishes, but regulars often recommend the BBQ pastrami, brisket, ribs, and fries. Despite its limited operating days, the quality of the food remains consistently excellent.
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Known for serving perhaps the most loved Indian chaat dish, Chaat Bazaar - Karama is described as the epitome of a hole-in-the-wall eatery. Their pani puri, served individually by hand, is a must-try and stands out for its exceptional quality. The staff's expertise, honed by countless hours of practice, ensures a memorable dining experience for every visitor.
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With a laid-back atmosphere tucked away in a residential tower, Daikan is a casual spot specializing in ramen. Their menu highlights include a spicy chef’s special ramen and a rich, creamy shoyu ramen, both hailed as among the best in the area. In addition to ramen, they also serve notable dishes such as miso aubergine and chicken katsu bao with kimchi.
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This place is specialized in serving shawarma, offering a variety of options such as meat, chicken, and a spicy chicken variant referred to as 'Mexican'. The chicken shawarma, especially when requested well done and crispy, comes highly recommended by many. Despite its focus on shawarma, the restaurant maintains a diverse menu to cater to different tastes.
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Streetery Food Hall JLT is a unique dining spot that brings together authentic street style food from countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, from barbecued meats to aromatic Asian spices, all designed to awaken your food memories. It's a place where you can unwind and indulge in comforting food from around the world, consistently good and always hitting the spot.
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