Authentic Emirati cuisine, from traditional UAE recipes. Our Seafood Market branches at Al Seef and Al Barsha Pond Park focus on Emirati seafood.
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About Al Fanar
Written by BEST OF from 9 checked facts · updated 6 Nov 2026Chang's and Canal Walk, in Dubai.
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Established in 2011, the business offers authentic Emirati cuisine, with five branches across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain. The Al Seef branch, situated on the banks of Dubai Creek, is recognized by the MICHELIN Guide for its rustic interior, warm service, and terrace offering views of boats and old Dubai. The restaurant features outdoor seating, free parking, and is family-friendly with options for groups and events. It also provides breakfast, delivery, and takeaway through local services like Talabat, Deliveroo, and Noon Food. The menu includes popular dishes such as Al Seef, Machboos, Jesheed, Luqaimat, and Karak tea, priced between AED 150 to AED 215. The restaurant is featured in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2026 and has a long-standing reputation for quality and tradition.
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LocationDubai Festival CityBest forOutdoor dining, Family-friendly, EventsFounded2011LanguagesEnglish, Arabic
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Al Fanar, people who've been and BEST OF can all answer. Everyone sees who answered.Dubai Festival City, Al Barsha Pond Park and Al Seef in Dubai; Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi; and Al Jimi in Al Ain.
Yes. Al Fanar Al Seef is part of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2026 restaurant selection.
Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend reserving on weekends and public holidays.
Yes. We have comfortable seating, sharing dishes and plenty of room for children.
Yes, through Talabat, Deliveroo and Noon Food. Pick your branch on our menu or its branch page to order from it directly. Availability varies by area.
Yes. Catering is run by our sister company Table 5, with buffets for weddings, corporate events and private gatherings across the UAE.
Parking is available at all our mall branches. Al Barsha Pond Park and Al Ain have free parking, and Al Seef has parking and valet.
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Yes, they have a rustic interior, the warmth of their team, and a terrace with views of boats and old Dubai across the water.
Yes, they take bookings online.
Yes, there is free parking available.
Yes, they are family-friendly with comfortable seating and space for children.
Yes, they publish a menu on their website.
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