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From Persian and Iranian to Lebanese and Syrian, Dubai has a massive number of super quality Middle Eastern Restaurants.
Look below to see some of the most popular in the region.

Al Saffa

Al SaffaIndulge in the most luxurious Arabian cuisine at this traditional restaurant. Join the regulars and enjoy Rabsha with meat for just Dhs13. The most popular time of the day is the superb lunch buffet - a snip at Dhs20. The décor is mostly Syrian with partitions to separate bachelors, women and families.
Muraggabat Street, Deira
P.O.Box 39579
Dubai
Telephone 971 4 269 5558

Al Muntaha

Al MuntahaDine to the jazzy sounds of this restaurant's live band whilst enjoying the best views to be found anywhere in Dubai. The Al Muntaha towers hundreds of metres above the Arabian Gulf at the top of the Burj Al Arab hotel and serves a fantastic blend of top class cuisine.
Burj Al Arab Hotel, Jumeirah Beach
Tel: (04) 301 7600. Fax: (04) 301 7000.

Al Boom Floating Restaurant

Al Boom Floating RestaurantLocated on board a traditional dhow, the Al Boom is one of Dubai's finest seafood restaurants. Choose your fish from a vast display and have the chefs cook it to order. The boat adds a different dimension to your evening as it leaves the quayside and embarks on a river cruise leaving you to enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable dinner.
Al Garhoud Bridge, next to Wonderland, Al Garhoud
Tel: (04) 324 3000. Fax: (04) 324 3930.

Pierchic

PierchicFabulously popular with the in crowd this seafood restaurant offers stunning views out over the Arabian Gulf. The menu features some delights including poached Atlantic lobster with snow peas, Inoki mushrooms and passion fruit dressing or Arabian chilled seafood platter laced with Iranian caviar.
Madinat Jumeirah
Tel: (04) 366 6730. Fax: (04) 366 7788.

Club Joumana Sports Café

Club Joumana SportsFor delectable Lebanese and Arabic cuisine drop into the Club Joumana Sports Café at the Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa. Sports fans will love the huge TV screen that covers all the world's major sporting events as well as the superb atmosphere. This is a popular meeting place for expats supporting their national football teams during the big competitions.
The Jebel Ali Golf Resort and Spa
971 4 883 6000

Tehran By Night Restaurant and Night Club

Tehran by NightThis great restaurant serves up a mouth-watering range of Iranian specialities in comfortable surroundings. Clientele are a mixture of locals, business people and holiday makers who come to taste the speciality spiced lamb and rice.
Hotel St. George
971 4 225 1122

Carters

CartersNamed after the man who discovered Tutankhamen's tomb, this fabulous restaurant is situated in the mysterious pyramids at Wafi City. Enjoy the delicious menu during the day and evening before the venue transforms into one of the town's most happening nightspots with tope music played by resident DJ Mathew Charles.
Al-Qataiyat Road
The Pyramids at Wafi City, Bur Dubai
971 4 324 0000

Al Borz

Al BorzThis simple looking restaurant offers the very best in Iranian and Persian cuisine. The traditional dishes are very well prices and offer good value for money. Expect a warm and friendly welcome and don't forget to try the tasty Iranian sweets and strong tasty coffee.
Sh. Zayed Road
971 4 331 8777

Al Pasha Restaurant

Al Pasha RestaurantThe plush Arabian décor perfectly complements the Lebanese themed menu to offer diners a lovely atmosphere in which to enjoy their food. After diner the Arabic beats will get you dancing into the wee hours.
Airport Road
Garhoud
971 4 282 3464

Al Mushref

Al MushrefWhat better combination than belly dancing and kebabs? Located in the St George Hotel, Al Mushref boasts glass walls that offer stunning views over Dubai Creek and a really friendly atmosphere. Don't forget to try the delicious mezzos.
Al Ras, Near Public Library, Creek Road
971 4 225 1122

Celebrities

CelebritiesEnjoy an exotic fusion of Arabic and western style cooking at this elegant restaurant overlooking the Esplanade and a swathe of immaculately manicured gardens. Celebrities also has a separate bar with comfortable leather armchairs where you can relax with friends before or after your meal.
Jumeira Beach
One and Only Royal Mirage Resort
971 4 399 9999

Bazerkan Restaurant

Bazerkan RestaurantDine on fine Lebanese cuisine as you listen to the quality live entertainment at the Bazerkan Restaurant. The grilled specialities are an absolute must as are the mouth-watering sweets and strong Arabic coffee. Finish off the experience with a puff on the ubiquitous sheesha.
Capitol Hotel
Al Mina Road
971 4 346 0111