Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant
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The kubba halab (rice dumplings in yogurt soup) is only made on Fridays and Saturdays — call ahead to confirm. Sit on the floor seating area for the full cultural experience, and don't miss the cardamom tea service that comes with traditional sweets.
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Iraqi cuisine — genuinely rare in Dubai's restaurant scene. The masgouf fish (traditionally grilled over an open fire) and quzi lamb are the signature dishes. One of the few places to experience authentic Iraqi cooking outside Iraq.
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Samad Al Iraqi nails the classics—slow-cooked stews, grilled meats, and that flaky flatbread that'll ruin you for anywhere else. Hit it for lunch when the locals do and you'll get the real deal without the tourist markup.
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