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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Written by BEST OF from 10 checked facts · updated 6 Nov 2026Walk-ins are accepted daily, though reservations are recommended for weekends and public holidays to secure a table.
Chang’s, with free parking available for guests. The menu focuses on traditional Emirati recipes, with Machboos and Jesheed serving as the central dishes, alongside seafood trays and Luqaimat. Prices range from AED 150 to AED 215, and the setting is designed for family dining, offering comfortable seating and sharing plates. While the Al Seef location holds a MICHELIN Guide selection, this Festival City site operates as part of the same family-run group established in 2011, maintaining the same rustic aesthetic and focus on authentic regional cooking.
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LocationDubai Festival CityBest forAuthentic Emirati food, Seafood trays, Family gatheringsFounded2011LanguagesEnglish, 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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The restaurant serves authentic Emirati cuisine based on traditional UAE recipes. The Seafood Market branches focus specifically on Emirati seafood.
Al Fanar has been family-run since 2011. It has operated for over fifteen years across the region.
There are five branches in total. They are located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain.
The Al Seef branch is selected in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2026. The inspectors noted its rustic interior and terrace views.
Yes, the restaurant takes bookings online. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are recommended for weekends and public holidays.
Prices range from AED 150 to AED 215. The cuisine is classified as Emirati with a price point of one dollar.
Parking is available at all mall branches. Al Barsha Pond Park and Al Ain offer free parking, while Al Seef has valet service.
Yes, the restaurant is family-friendly. It provides comfortable seating, sharing dishes, and plenty of room for children.
Yes, catering is provided by their sister company, Table 5. They offer buffets for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings across the UAE.
Guests frequently order Machboos, Jesheed, Luqaimat, and Karak tea. Seafood trays are also a popular item at the Seafood Market branches.
Yes, outdoor dining is available. The Al Seef branch features a terrace with views of boats and old Dubai across the water.
Yes, breakfast is included in the dining options. The restaurant focuses on weekend dining and long lunches.
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