Palestinian cuisine should be on the list for any foodie in the city.

Palestinian cuisine consists of a delectable array of dishes, including the mouthwatering Musakhan and the delicious Maqluba.

Dubai boasts a selection of authentic Palestinian restaurants, offering the chance to give this flavoursome cuisine a try. Here, Cosmo ME compiles some of the best Palestinian restaurants in Dubai.

Mishkah

Palestine is known for their beautiful olive trees. Mishkah offers fresh Palestinian olive oil made only from high-quality ingredients. You can go there and fill up a glass container with their precious olive oil. They also offer preserved olives and various herbs harvested directly from Palestine, Jordan and Syria. While you’re there enjoy a tasty teas from their special tea collection.

📍 Al Quoz – Al Quoz Industrial Area 3

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Haya’s kitchen

Sufra, means dining table in Arabic. The concept of Haya’s kitchen comes from an age-old tradition that the whole family gathers every evening to eat dinner together – cute right? Haya arranges those dinners for you at her Sufra table, allowing you to enjoy a homemade Palestinian meal while listening to fascinating stories of the land of Palestine.

Book your private table here.

Teta’s recipe

Head to Al Barsha south if you want to enjoy an authentic Palestinian dish as if it’s made by a grandma. Besides delicious Palestinian Fatayer, appetizers and freshly baked pastries you can also enjoy traditional Palestinian dishes such as Musakhan and Maqobeh.

📍 Arjan-Dubailand – Al Barsha South

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Firas Sweets

If you have a sweet tooth – Firas Sweets is the place to be. Not only do they have one of the best Knafeh in the UAE but they also offer other very delicious desserts like Basbousa, Qatayef and the traditional Middle Eastern cookies Ma’mul. BTW their pastries make a perfect gift for literally any occasion – because who doesn’t love sweets?

📍 Various locations in the UAE

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Three by Eva

Located on Al Wasl Street this Restaurant is owned by a mother and her two daughters *adorable*. They serve a wide range of yummy dishes like Warak al Enab and the famous Jordanian dish Mansaf, bringing authentic Arabic cuisine to you.

📍 Villa 53 – Al Wasl Street – 23B St – Jumeirah 2

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Forever Rose Café

Forever Rose Café is truly one of its kind. It looks like it comes straight out of a fairy tale. With their 3D interiors and their perfectly restored roses, it’s the perfect spot to take pictures in. Serving yummy Palestinian dishes like shakshouka and a very interesting version of Musakhan with mushrooms – What?😍

📍 Boxpark – 467 Al Wasl Rd 

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YAVA

This modern Palestinian restaurant in Wasl 51 is inspired by Port Yaffa, Palestine’s city of oranges, and offers Mediterranean cuisine with hints of that in its ingredients. A laidback and relaxing atmosphere is what you’ll experience at this restaurant while you’re tucking into delicious breakfast, bakery, and beverage options. This is one of the Palestinian restaurants that even offer catering if you’re holding any events at home and need to impress friends and family (!!)

📍 51 Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, Dubai

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Mama’esh

Mama’esh serves authentic Palestinian food, with its ingredients freshly imported from Palestine. Baked in an authentic wood-fired stone oven, their oven-baked dishes are a must-try – making Mama’esh one of the most traditional Palestinian restaurants in Dubai. According to Mama’esh, ‘Palestine is a bite away’ – and with their extensive menu of Palestinian dishes, we can assure you they aren’t lying!

📍 Various locations across Dubai.

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Bait Maryam

The renowned Bait Maryam by chef Salam Dakkak is the best place for home-cooked Palestinian food in Dubai. Inspired by chef Salam Dakkak’s mother, Maryam, Bait Maryam aims to create a homely vibe through its cosy ambience and delicious, comforting food. “My biggest achievements are that Bait Maryam is being recognised as a Palestinian restaurant and that I’m helping introduce my native country’s cuisine to the world,” shares chef Salam Dakkak.

📍 Cluster D, Jumeirah Lake Towers

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Bait Jafra

Located in Dubai Town Square, this bakery from Palestine serves everything from appetizers to desserts – leaving your stomach and heart full. With interiors that will take you down Palestine’s memory lane, Bait Jafra should certainly be on your list if you’re looking for some delicious and authentic Palestinian food.

📍 Dubai Town Square

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Nablus

As the name suggests, this Palestinian restaurant is inspired by the Palestinian city of Nablus and the birthplace of the traditional Middle Eastern dessert Kanafeh. Although Nablus is now a modern city in Palestine, this restaurant aims to treasure its traditional heritage through its interiors and authentic food. Needless to say, the mouthwatering Kanafeh dish at this restaurant is a must-try.

📍 Al Seef

The Palestinian Bakery

Enjoy freshly baked Palestinian treats, including delectable Maamoul bites, at The Palestinian Bakery‘s super cute kiosks located in Al Qouz as well as Al Khawaneej. However, if you wish to enjoy some freshly baked Palestinian treats from the comfort of your own home, the deliciousness can also be delivered straight to your doorstep.

📍 Al Qouz and Al Khawaneej

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You want to shop from some fabulous Palestinian-owned brands? Hit up these brands.