Late-Night Food in Dubai: Open After 1 AM

Quick answer

Dubai has several reliable options for food after 1 AM in 2026. Al Mallah in Deira stays open until 4 AM daily with shawarma platters priced at AED 28–32. Al Baik branches at Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates serve fried chicken until 3 AM. Al Ain Centre food court in Bur Dubai keeps counters open past 2 AM with Indian, Pakistani and Filipino meals between AED 18–25. Al Qouz 4 has 24-hour Indian and Filipino takeaways offering biryani bowls at AED 22. Al Karama has two 24-hour Filipino canteens serving adobo plates at AED 25.

Deira and Bur Dubai spots

Al Mallah on Al Maktoum Street remains the most consistent late-night option. Its kitchen closes at 4 AM every night. Order the chicken shawarma platter with fries and garlic sauce for AED 32. The branch near Baniyas Square also accepts cash and Careem Pay.

Al Ain Centre food court

The basement food court at Al Ain Centre on Khalid Bin Al Wajid Street stays operational until 2:30 AM. Four counters serve fresh chapati rolls, butter chicken bowls and Filipino adobo plates. Prices range from AED 18 to 25. Cash is preferred; most counters do not accept cards.

Al Karama 24-hour Filipino canteens

Two small canteens on 18th Street in Al Karama trade past 2 AM. They offer adobo rice plates, sisig skillets and sinigang soup for AED 25–30. Visitors should walk from Union Square station because parking fills up after 1 AM.

Mall-based chains still open

Al Baik at Dubai Mall operates until 3 AM on weekdays and 4 AM on weekends. Fried chicken broast pieces with garlic sauce and bread are priced at AED 24. Careem and Talabat riders pick up from the window after 1 AM.

Mall of the Emirates branch

The Al Baik counter at Mall of the Emirates closes at 3 AM. Same menu and price list. Visitors can pick up order from the window after entering through Entrance 4.

Al Qouz 4 24-hour takeaways

Two Indian and Filipino takeaways on 4th Street in Al Qouz 4 trade 24 hours. Biryani bowls with chicken or mutton are priced at AED 22. They accept both cash and card payments.

Delivery apps still accepting orders

Talabat and Deliveroo continue accepting orders until 3 AM from most listed locations. Careem NOW runs until 2 AM with minimum order value of AED 25. Drivers require building flat details and gate pass codes before arriving.

Practical tips

Carry cash in small denominations because many late-night spots run cash-only counters. Plan transport via Careem or Dubai Taxi after 1 AM because metro trains stop at 1 AM. Metro closure means visitors must rely on taxis or rideshare apps. Rides between Deira and Downtown Dubai cost AED 35–40 using Careem Comfort.

FAQs

Is Al Mallah open every night?

Yes, the Deira branch stays open until 4 AM every day including weekends and holidays.

Can visitors drive themselves after 1 AM?

Yes, parking lots at Al Mallah and Al Baik remain open past 1 AM. However, the metro stops at 1 AM so visitors must rely on taxis or rideshare.

Does Al Baik accept cards?

Al Baik does accept cards and Careem Pay at its mall branches.

Does Al Qouz 4 take delivery orders?

Yes, Talabat and Deliveroo continue receiving orders from Al Qouz 4 branches until 3 AM.

Are late-night spots safe for solo travellers?

Yes, the areas around Al Mallah, Al Baik and Al Qouz 4 remain busy until past 2 AM so solo travellers can visit without safety concerns.

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