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Al Safrah Restaurant

Dubai - United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates

Discover Al Safrah Restaurant in Dubai's Al Fahidi area offering Kerala specialties, quick bites, halal options, and a casual dining experience.

4.5 / 5

Guest rating

1,306

Reviews

Restaurant

Cuisine

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

City

AED 1–50

Price level

Closed

Overview

About Al Safrah Restaurant

Located on Al Raffa Street in Dubai’s Al Fahidi district, Al Safrah Restaurant features a diverse menu emphasizing Kerala and Indian dishes, including popular items like biryani, puttu kadala, and beef specialities. The restaurant caters to a range of dining preferences from breakfast to late-night meals.

Visitors can enjoy a casual, quiet, and trendy atmosphere suited for groups, tourists, and solo diners alike. Offering dine-in, takeout, and various delivery options, it provides flexible access for different visit plans.

Great coffee Halal food Late-night food Vegetarian & vegan options Good for groups & tourists Al Fahidi, Dubai Credit & debit cards accepted Paid parking nearby

Quick facts

  • Typical visit lasts about 25 minutes
  • Offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, and catering
  • NFC mobile payments supported
  • Reservations accepted, brunch reservations recommended
  • Price range: AED 1–50
  • Onsite dining with table service
  • Family friendly, good for kids
  • Paid parking lot nearby
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Al Safrah Restaurant.

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • No Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • All you can eat
  • Coffee
  • Halal food
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Paid parking lot
Hours

Opening hours

When Al Safrah Restaurant is open during the week.

Closed

  • Monday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Tuesday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Wednesday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Thursday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Friday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Saturday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Sunday 06:00 AM - 04:00 AM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central Dubai - United Arab Emirates, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Reviews

Reviews for Al Safrah Restaurant

What recent guests say after dining at Al Safrah Restaurant.

4.5/ 5

Based on 1,306 guest reviews

Biriyani Kerala Food Chicken Lollipop Chatti Choru Beef Biriyani Pathiri Sambar Pahadi Chicken Fish Biryani Polite Staff

Rating distribution

5 69%
4 18%
3 7%
2 1%
1 4%

Rabia Shahid

Jun 14, 2026

"Friends, I got a chance to dine in al safrah restaurant. It was a fantastic experience, food of this restaurant is so delicious. They have an extensive menu. You can avail the variety of kerala food , Indian food & Chinese food at affordable prices. They also take bulk order up to 100 persons. The restaurant has a wide seating area for the family get together . At restaurant I tried dragon chicken butter chicken triple fried rice with chilli chicken tandoori chicken fish pollychat paratha butter naan tandoori roti Everything was super delicious and economical. Must try their food with your family and friends."

Amal Joseph

May 16, 2026

"Ordered Chicken Pothi Biriyani via Careem — it was absolutely heavenly! I’ve tried so many pothi biriyanis across Dubai, but this one truly stands out. I’m one of their regular customers and always satisfied with their biriyani. Definitely worth it!"

Reza J

May 07, 2026

"The food here is so ridiculously good. It’s taste homemade and VERY authentic. Also very cheap"

RAHUL V

Apr 23, 2026

"“Visited Al Safra for the first time and had a great experience. Arif attended to us and he was very polite, friendly, and professional. The food was delicious and well prepared. Really liked the service and overall atmosphere. I’m now a regular customer. Thanks to Arif and the Al Safra team.”"

Gayane Gharagyozyan

Apr 20, 2026

"The food is delicious and Arif's service is amazing) If you are a lover of indian cuisine, you should visit this place"

Brent Brading

Mar 31, 2026

"I wanted a genuine non tourist restaurant experience and AI suggested Al Safrah. I didn’t know what to order but the manager was helpful and some of the waiters spoke English. I had a great breakfast and really enjoyed the place. The food was good and very cheap. Recommended for an authentic local experience."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about visiting and dining at Al Safrah Restaurant.

The menu mainly features Kerala specialties, Indian dishes, and some Chinese options, catering to halal dietary requirements and including vegetarian and vegan selections.

The restaurant does not offer wheelchair accessible seating options at this location.

Dine-in with table service is available, along with takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery options to suit different preferences.

Reservations are accepted, and it is advised to make brunch reservations in advance to secure seating.

Payment can be made via credit and debit cards as well as NFC mobile payments for convenience.

The environment is suitable for children and groups, providing a casual and quiet atmosphere ideal for families and tourists.

A paid parking lot is available close to the restaurant for customer use.

Popular menu items include biryani, puttu kadala, beef chukka, parotta, chicken 65, and triple fried rice among others.

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