Best Indian Restaurants in Dubai by Region of India 2026

South Indian in Jumeirah and Al Quoz

Look for crisp dosas and filter coffee at places serving Kerala and Tamil Nadu food. Expect coconut-based curries, steamed idlis, and sambar that tastes like it came from a coastal kitchen. Portions stay generous and prices range from 45 to 75 AED per main.

Punjabi and North Indian in Deira and Bur Dubai

Old Dubai keeps the tandoor tradition alive. Seek thick butter chicken, garlic naan, and slow-cooked dal makhani near the creek. Most restaurants here still use clay ovens and serve lassi in steel glasses. Average spend sits between 80 and 120 AED for two people.

Gujarati Thali in Satwa and Karama

Vegetarian thalis arrive on steel plates with six to eight small bowls. Sweet-and-sour undhiyu, thepla, and hand-churned buttermilk form the core. These family-run spots charge 35 to 55 AED per thali and stay open late for workers on evening shifts.

Bengali Seafood in JLT and Marina

East Indian kitchens here focus on mustard fish, prawn malaikari, and luchi. Fresh hilsa arrives weekly and gets cooked with minimal spice to keep the river flavour. Expect mains from 65 to 95 AED and quick service during weekday lunch hours.

What to Order by Region

• South: masala dosa, appam with stew, filter coffee
• Punjabi: tandoori chicken, paneer butter masala, garlic naan
• Gujarati: undhiyu, thepla, shrikhand
• Bengali: doi maach, luchi alur dum, mishti doi

Most kitchens in 2026 accept card and cashless payments through common UAE apps. Book ahead on weekends, especially after 8 pm when offices close.

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