A traditional Middle Eastern breakfast spread with a cup of tea, fried egg, tomatoes, walnuts, cheese, jam and flatbread
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Arabian Tea House, Al Fahidi

  • Arabic, Emirati
  • Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
  • Good for children

A long-running Emirati café and restaurant in the Al Fahidi historic district of Bur Dubai, open since 1997. It serves Emirati breakfast trays, rice dishes such as machboos, grills and traditional sweets, with most mains between AED 60 and AED 76.

Listed in: Arabic restaurants, Budget-friendly restaurants, Halal restaurants

Why we like it

It is an easy way to try Emirati dishes such as machboos, harees and luqaimat in the Al Fahidi heritage district, at mid-range prices and with a kids menu.

Opening hours

DaysHours
Every day07:00–23:00

Local time in Dubai (GST, UTC+4). Hours can change on public holidays and during Ramadan.

Location

Bastakiya, opposite Musalla Post Office, Al Fahidi Street, Bur Dubai

Tips

  • You can book a table through the restaurant's website.
  • The kids menu has breakfast and lunch trays at AED 55 to AED 60.
  • The same brand has other branches, so check you are booking the Al Fahidi one.

Questions and answers

What time does Arabian Tea House Al Fahidi open?

It opens every day from 07:00 to 23:00.

How much does a meal cost?

Most main courses on the published menu cost between AED 60 and AED 76. Starters are around AED 25 to AED 39 and sweets around AED 30 to AED 37.

Is there a menu for children?

Yes. The kids menu offers breakfast and lunch trays, for example an Emirati kids lunch tray at AED 60.

Can I reserve a table?

Yes, the restaurant takes bookings through its website.

Where this information comes from

Official website: arabianteahouse.com

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