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Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe

Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe offers an authentic Emirati dining experience inspired by the heritage, flavors, and traditions of the UAE.

Dubai Festival CityChecked 1 Sept 2026

Not on the emirati dining ranking in Dubai

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4.6/ 5

4.6 out of 5

9,017 reviews

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  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Vegetarian plates
  • Sitting outside
  • Groups
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LocationDubai Festival City
Ground Floor, Dubai Festival City Mall, Near P.F.Chang's, Canal Walk
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4.6/ 5

4.6 out of 5

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Alinavia Google
5.0 out of 54 months ago

Amazing Arabic style restaurant . Me and my friend had amazing service from Shashank!) Very kind, attentive and welcoming person) Would be glad to come back again😊😌

The Bossvia Google
5.0 out of 54 months ago

We had a wonderful dining experience at Al Fanar Restaurant in Dubai Festival City. The food was absolutely delicious, with authentic Emirati flavors and beautifully presented dishes. The staff were warm, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout our visit. Every detail, from the welcoming atmosphere to the quality of the food, exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy traditional Emirati cuisine in a beautiful setting. We will definitely be back!

Krissy Joveresvia Google
5.0 out of 54 months ago

This Emirati vibe restaurant is worth visiting. The moment you walk in and feel the ambiance, it gives you a sense of old UAE life. For the food I first thought the dish was regular fish maybe with turmeric to make it yellow. I checked the menu again and realized it was baby shark. Well it tastes like fish 🙈😅 and you will keep wanting more. It is even better with the fish sauce on the side. I suggest choosing this option for two instead of ordering fish, squid and shrimps separately. You save more and you get to try the baby shark. The food was simple but good. Thanks Mani for the great service! We will be back.🙂

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