Okay, not to spill the tea, but Dubai‘s best-kept secrets are about to be your new weekend plans. This spot is serving—think trendy new eats mixed with classic faves, and yes, it’s giving everything.
You can indulge in Temple’s famous ice cream without the trek to Jumeirah (thank us later). And if you’re as obsessed with Salt as we are, you’ll be glad to know it’s repping hard here too.
This place is a total food truck paradise, serving up aesthetics with a side of deliciousness. Whether you’re craving burgers, sweets, or something a little more extra, this place will satisfy all your cravings.
This is your guide to Al Khawaneej—a hidden gem that’s about to be your new go-to for all things food, fun, and aesthetic.
Burgers? Sushi? Pizza? All of the above
Slice and Bun
It’s like the cool kid of the burger and pizza world. A huge slice of pizza or a juicy burger? We want both RN.
Late Eatery
Hi, this is a new restaurant alert. If you’ve been on Dubai TikTok, then you’ve def seen this while scrolling. Good food, cute place, and nice people.
Salt
Guys, we found Salt. It’s a classic, and you can never go wrong with it. We 💖 it.
Sushi Station
Sushi station is an absolute fave. They have great sushi (they’re literally amazing), good prices, and now you have the convenience of ordering from your car. Drive-thru sushi? Yes, please.
Cut in Half
Sooo, Cut in Half made its way to Al Khawaneej, and we are *so* happy about it. Milkshakes, burgers, loaded fries, and homemade sauces. Yes, yes, yes, and yes.
Café + Deep Convos = 🤌
Feels
Grab a bite to eat, order your fave drink, and start the talking sesh with your bestie.
Seezn
You just know the convos here are *so* good. And so are the drinks, obv.
Cross
A coffee bar and a bakehouse. What more could you want?
Us 🤝 Dessert
BBQ Station
If you haven’t heard about this spot, it’s time to change that. Whether you’re team sweet or about that tangy sour flavor, BBQ Station has you covered with their to-die-for soft serve.
Cupagahwa
Ever heard of Greek Loqaimat drizzled with pistachio sauce? Yup, it’s as dreamy as it sounds. Need something to wash it all down? Whether you’re into cold drinks that hit the spot or traditional desserts that take you on cultural journey, Cupagahwa has both.
Temple Creamery
It’s not your average vanilla or chocolate. Oh no. One scroll through their feed, and you’ll be planning your visit ASAP.
Think creamy, dreamy ice cream that’s perfect for Dubai’s scorching heat, and a lineup of cool drinks that are as refreshing as they are Insta-worthy. And if you’re on the matcha hype train (who isn’t?), they have that too. But ofc, they’re mainly known for their cookies.
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