Al Fanar
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The upstairs majlis seating area takes reservations while the ground floor operates first-come-first-served. Visit during Ramadan for their exceptional iftar buffet featuring rare dishes like khanfaroosh that aren't on the regular menu.
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Heritage Emirati restaurant with a setting designed to evoke old Dubai. The traditional dishes — machboos, harees, and luqaimat — are the essential orders. One of the most atmospheric introductions to Emirati cuisine for visitors.
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Al Fanar nails traditional Emirati dishes you won't find everywhere else—the machboos and luqaimat are legitimately worth the trip. The setting's got character with old Dubai vibes, and at mid-range prices, you're getting solid portions without the tourist markup.
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