Derwandi
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Their weekend family brunches (Friday-Saturday) include live oud music and a more extensive spread than the regular menu. Arrive by 1pm to secure the best seating in the traditional majlis-style area.
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Traditional Arabic restaurant with an authentic home-cooked feel. One of the few places in Dubai where the mezze genuinely competes with Beirut standards. Go with a group and order widely — the dishes are designed for sharing.
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Derwandi nails the Lebanese basics with grilled meats and mezze that actually taste like they're made fresh daily—skip the tourist traps and come here for proper charcoal-grilled chicken and their hummus that puts chains to shame. The Jumeirah location draws locals who know the owners keep portions generous and prices honest, no markup nonsense.
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